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Benin and Niger signal diplomatic thaw as Wadagni takes office
Benin and Niger are showing early signs of renewed diplomatic engagement following the inauguration of President Romuald Wadagni, in a moment that could reshape regional dynamics in West Africa.
Wadagni was sworn in on May 24 in Cotonou,…
Congo scraps visas for all Africans in bold push for continental integration
The Republic of the Congo has announced it will abolish visa requirements for all African citizens starting January 1, 2027, in a move that could reshape travel, trade, and regional cooperation across the continent.
President Denis Sassou…
Chad’s ‘At the Heart of Art’ festival empowers a new generation of creatives
In the Bakara district of N’Djamena in Chad, the third edition of the “At the Heart of Art” festival closed with powerful performances and a clear message: for many young people, art is becoming a pathway to opportunity rather than a…
Abdulsamad Rabiu nears $20 billion milestone as BUA Foods drives historic wealth surge
Nigeria’s second-richest man, Abdulsamad Rabiu, is edging closer to a historic financial milestone, with a net worth of $19.7 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. The latest valuation places him just $300 million short of…
Moroccan billionaire Anas Sefrioui shifts millions into Africa with major Gabon cement expansion
Moroccan billionaire Anas Sefrioui is expanding his industrial footprint in Gabon with a $45 million investment through CIMAF, reinforcing a growing shift toward African-led manufacturing and infrastructure development.
The move comes as…
Elohor Ebieroma builds digital marketplace to transform Africa’s agriculture
Elohor Ebieroma, a former executive at Jumia and M-KOPA, is building an agri-tech marketplace designed to improve trust, transparency, and efficiency across Africa’s agricultural value chains.
As Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of…
Why African Fashion is Becoming a Global Force in Culture and Luxury
African fashion is undergoing a powerful transformation, moving beyond traditional ceremonial wear into a central role within global luxury culture, red carpet identity, and international storytelling. What was once seen primarily as a…
Richemont Overtakes Walmart in North America Jewellery Market as Luxury Demand Surges
Johann Rupert’s Richemont has overtaken Walmart to become North America’s second-largest jewellery and watch retailer by sales, marking a major shift in the region’s retail landscape. The development highlights the growing dominance of…
Tinubu secures APC nomination, sets stage for Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race
Bola Ahmed Tinubu has secured the presidential nomination of the All Progressives Congress, positioning himself as the party’s candidate for Nigeria’s 2027 election. The move follows a landslide victory in the party primaries, reinforcing…
Benin’s Romuald Wadagni Sworn in as President, Vows Stability and Reform Amid Regional Tensions
Romuald Wadagni has officially been sworn in as president of Benin, marking a new chapter in the country’s political leadership following the departure of Patrice Talon. Wadagni, a former finance minister known for his technocratic…