Renewed positivity in South Africa’s listed property sector: what investors need to know

After a period of economic pressure and subdued investor sentiment, renewed positivity is emerging in South Africa’s listed property sector. Signs of stabilisation in valuations, improving operational performance by leading real estate investment...

Youths urged to embrace volunteerism, discipline as path to leadership

Ahead of the forthcoming general elections, Nigerian youths have been advised not to seat on the fence but embrace volunteerism, discipline, and service as the pathway to leadership. The admonition was given in Abuja by participants at the...

Feature: China’s 100% Tariff Removal: A Golden Opportunity For Africa’s Industrial Rise

Beijing, capital city of China Beijing’s decision to remove all tariffs on products from African countries with which it maintains diplomatic relations is seen by analysts as a transformative policy shift that could unlock unprecedented access to...

Nigeria trading across the continent under NIDO-Africa’s leadership

By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH In this insightful interview, Professor Jude Osakwe, Continental Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Organization (NIDO) Africa, highlights the rapidly shifting global trade landscape and the renewed focus on...

NUPRC, PTDF reiterate commitment to ethical governance in hydrocarbon sector

Oil & Gas THE Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting ethical governance as the foundation for sustainable growth in Nigeria’s and Africa’s hydrocarbon industry. Mr Gbenga Komolafe,...

Babar Azam Returns as Pakistan Unveils Squads for South Africa and Sri Lanka Series

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled a packed home-season lineup, announcing 15- and 16-member squads for a series of upcoming white-ball fixtures that include T20Is against South Africa, a tri-nation T20I series featuring Sri Lanka and...

UNICEF, GSMA Launch Africa Taskforce to Strengthen Child Online Protection

UNICEF and GSMA have launched the Africa Taskforce on Child Online Protection (COP), the first of its kind, to strengthen children’s safety, rights and wellbeing in the digital world. Launched at MWC25 Kigali, the Taskforce will serve as a...

‘Violation of constitutional rights,’ SP MP to raise Sarfaraz Khan’s non-selection in Parliament’s sports committee

After cricketer Sarfaraz Khan didn’t get selected for any team – be it Team India or the Indian A team – for the upcoming matches, Samajwadi Party MP Zia ur Rahman Barq said that he would raise the matter in Parliament’s Standing Committee for...

ASEAN Leaders, Global Reps To Attend 47th ASEAN Summit - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- The 47th ASEAN Summit, to be held in the capital from Oct 26 to 28, is described as a unique and historic event, with leaders from ASEAN member states as well as Timor-Leste confirming their attendance alongside...

St. Paul leaders, residents unite to reject hate flyers found in the community

About three weeks ago, laminated racist flyers were scattered in several St. Paul neighborhoods, according to St. Paul Police. Residents say the flyers were filled with hateful language targeting the African American community. Officers quickly...

10 ASEAN Leaders, Global Reps To Attend 47th ASEAN Summit - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- The 47th ASEAN Summit, to be held in the capital from Oct 26 to 28, is described as a unique and historic event, with all 10 ASEAN leaders, including Timor-Leste - participating for the first time - confirming...

"Anything we do is wrong": Gauteng activist Pieter Kriel discusses the world looking down on Africa

Gauteng human rights activist Pieter Kriel shared a video discussing how the world sees Africa and its people The political commentator said he wants Africa to stand on its own feet instead of bowing down to the East or the West Social media users...

Kearney appoints Claudio Campanini as Region Chair for Middle East & Africa

Kearney, a global strategy and management consulting firm, has appointed the Italian Claudio Campanini as Region Chair for the Middle East and Africa. The company veteran – who joined Kearney in 1994 – brings more than three decades of experience...

Eight pupils suspended after viral bullying video at South African school

South African authorities have suspended eight pupils linked to a case of alleged bullying that has caused national outrage. A video showing a horrific assault at Milnerton High School in Cape Town last week has been widely shared on social media....

Illicit cigarettes missing tax hurts all South Africans

Tax evasion means there is less money to spend to lift people out of poverty and improve their lives. There would probably be a few non-smokers – and public health activists – who would shed few tears about the news that South Africa’s cigarette...

Kenya lead Reunion by one shot at All-Africa Championship

Reunions captain Melliyal Schmitt in action during the East and Central All-Africa Championship Trophy at the Great Rift Valley Golf Resort in Naivasha, Nakuru, on October 22, 2025. [Mose Sammy, Standard] The opening round of the seventh edition...

Private sector contributes 70% of Africa’s GDP, 80% jobs, says Elumelu

Founder and Chairman of Heirs Holdings and Transcorp Plc, Tony Elumelu, has said the private sector accounts for more than 70 per cent of Africa’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and over 80 per cent of total employment across the continent. Speaking...

China Seeks to Delay and Divide: Tensions Rise as Trump Enforces New Tariffs and Democrats Stall U.S. Budget in Senate

The Chinese communist regime seeks time, uses strategies of dissociation and tension, and tries to make Donald J. Trump’s government yield in its current position. Meanwhile, Democrats continue with their budgetary hijacking in the Senate. When...

News digest: Blame the Brits, squeeze NGOs and media

Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video advertisement Hey hey hey, Today in Slovakia faithful (apologies — some of us are glued to The Celebrity Traitors on the BBC). Welcome to the Wednesday edition. Let’s find...

90 Officials from 6 countries begin leadership training in Accra

Ninety senior public sector officials from six African countries have commenced a six-month leadership and governance training under the second cohort of the Leadership Excellence in Africa’s Public Sector (LEAPS) programme. The new cohort...