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Ethiopia's state owned telecommunications company Ethio Telecom has reported a 47.5 percent increase in earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) for the financial year ending June 2026, driven by continued growth in its customer base and…

Nigeria has announced what could become one of the country's most important mining breakthroughs in decades after revealing a world class polymetallic mineral province in Kaduna State and confirming an estimated 3.3 million metric tonnes of…

The World Bank Youth Summit 2026 highlighted the urgent need to rethink how children and young people are taught, with speakers arguing that education systems must evolve beyond traditional academic models to prepare learners for an economy…

The World Bank Youth Summit 2026 highlighted the growing importance of a skills-first economy, with speakers arguing that governments, employers, educational institutions, and young people must work together to ensure artificial…

Young innovators participating in the World Bank Youth Summit 2026 were encouraged to view hackathons as the beginning of a longer journey rather than the final destination, as speakers emphasized that meaningful impact depends on continued…

South African-born biotechnology entrepreneur and physician Patrick Soon-Shiong has become the richest person in Los Angeles, with an estimated net worth of $8.4 billion according to Forbes' 2026 rankings. His rise from a young medical…

South Africa has resumed large scale maize exports as the country moves toward what could become the largest maize harvest in its history, creating a substantial grain surplus that may help strengthen food security across Africa.…

South Africa’s Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has welcomed Zimbabwe’s decision to lift its ban on maize and grain imports, calling it a significant step toward regional food security and economic stability. The announcement…