The long read: Drones for development take to Africa's skies
Drones are playing an increasingly vital role in a range of sectors across Africa, from agriculture to healthcare.
Zanu Pf’s elitist, populist factionalism as a national burden for Zimbabwe #CAB3
Zimbabwe’s Parliament witnessed a highly choreographed performance as Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi tabled Constitutional Amendment Bill Number 3. Packed with baffling aviation metaphors masking term-limit extensions and judicial overhauls, the reading exposed a deeply entrenched elitist factionalism. Zi
A Critical Review of "Celebration in the Air" by Secky
Celebration in the Air is a multilingual Afro-pop release by Secky that incorporates English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese. The track positions itself within a growing trend of African artists engaging with global audiences through cross-linguistic and cross-cultural composition. Stream 'Celebrat
Qing Madi and JTon Music: The facts of the legal battle so far
A summary of publicly reported facts in the dispute between Afrobeats singer Qing Madi and her former label JTon Music, as of early June 2026. Qing Madi, born Chimamanda Pearl Chukwuma, is a 19-year-old Nigerian Afrobeats singer. She signed with JTon Music, founded by Joy Tongo, as a minor, reported
Nigeria licenced 46 telecom challengers to rival MTN and Airtel. Few have taken off.
More than 40 MVNOs were licenced to disrupt Nigeria’s telecom market, but the sector remains far from delivering on its promise of greater competition.
South Africa: President Ramaphosa to Address Nation On Migration Strategy
[SAnews.gov.za] President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to address the nation on government's comprehensive strategy to manage migration, as concerns over illegal immigration continue to dominate public discourse.
Africa: South Africa to Send Envoys Across Africa and Globally to Tackle Migration Challenges
[SAnews.gov.za] President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that South Africa will dispatch envoys across the African continent and to other parts of the world, as government intensifies diplomatic efforts to address migration challenges facing the country.
Nigeria: Gunmen Abduct Cleric's 9-Year-Old Son in Ondo
[Vanguard] Suspected gunmen have abducted a nine-year-old boy, Olaosebikan Victor, during a midnight attack on Ugbosi Quarters in Idogun, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State.
Chinwe Enyinna to launch ‘My Garden of Thorny Roses’ in Lagos
Actress and broadcaster Layole Oyatogun will host the event, featuring a fireside conversation. The post Chinwe Enyinna to launch ‘My Garden of Thorny Roses’ in Lagos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Nigeria’s Daya taps Aptos to power Africa-Middle East stablecoin payments
By integrating with fintechs and payment providers that already serve businesses and consumers, networks such as Aptos gain access to real-world payment flows that can drive transaction volume, deepen liquidity, and strengthen network adoption.