April 29, 2026

KIGALI — African and global business leaders are set to converge in Kigali for the 2026 edition of the Africa CEO Forum, a high-level gathering expected to shape the continent’s economic direction amid shifting global capital flows.…

JOHANNESBURG — South African billionaire Johann Rupert has completed the sale of his investment firm’s remaining stake in FirstRand, marking the latest step in a multi-year strategy to shift capital away from listed financial assets.…

ACCRA — Ghana has launched a process to identify a strategic private investor to establish a new national airline, marking a significant step toward restoring a flag carrier more than two decades after the collapse of Ghana Airways. The…

The government of Madagascar has expelled a French diplomat, escalating tensions with France amid growing political instability in the country. The decision follows accusations by Malagasy authorities that the diplomat was involved in…

Global football governing body FIFA has approved two significant rule changes regarding red cards ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking a shift toward stricter enforcement of player conduct on and off the ball. The decision, finalized…