DRC raises $1.25bn in first eurobond issue
DRC minister of finance Doudou Likunde hailed the issue as a vote of confidence in the country's economic direction as it navigates a $2.76bn IMF programme.
5 Veekee James Looks That Show Why Osas Ighodaro Is the Ultimate Muse
From the sculptural elegance of the AMVCA red carpet to high-profile international premieres, Osas Ighodaro has solidified her status as the primary muse for designer Veekee James. This style retrospective explores five of their most iconic fashion collaborations, featuring the viral "Mother Earth"
Caf president would welcome corruption investigation
Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe has "zero tolerance" for corruption, which he says is "worse than cancer".
Between fandom and dissent
Eritrea’s recent progress in AFCON qualifying offered a rare feel-good moment, but new player defections underline how fragile that progress remains amid the country’s political realities. Eritrea players celebrate during their historic aggregate victory over Eswatini to reach the next round of AFC
Nigeria concludes ₦4.65 trillion bank recapitalisation programme
The Central Bank of Nigeria has concluded its 24-month long bank recapitalisation programme which aims to strengthen the financial system.
Fashion Meets Sustainability: Afthonia Sample Sale 2026 Is Here!
Fashion lovers have something exciting to look forward to this May as Afthonia returns with another edition of its Sample Sale, following a successful debut in November 2025. The first edition drew a vibrant crowd of shoppers eager to get quality Nigerian fashion at great prices and this time, it’s
Who gets to be a civilian?
Often in war, language is twisted and used to change meaning, to dehumanize, to invent enemies, and to justify atrocities. Darfur, 2007. Image © Kursat Bayhan via Shutterstock.com In one of Sudan’s largest agricultural regions, where vast fields sustain millions of livelihoods, a woman we will call
Action needed to address Africa's structural challenges, says AfDB
A report from the African Development Bank shows that African countries are resilient in the face of headwinds but must do more to transform.
Africa's startup surge hits $705m as investment momentum builds
Venture capital flows into African startups accelerated sharply in early 2026, signalling a maturing ecosystem with broader geographic reach and more sophisticated funding structures.
Plan to scrap presidential elections puts Zimbabweans at loggerheads
The ruling party has unveiled a draft law that strips voters of the chance to elect the president.