Instagram Makes Teen Accounts Private as Pressure to Protect Minors Grows
Instagram has introduced a significant change to its platform by making teen accounts private by default as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the...
Author : Eniola Oladele
Australia Arrests Dozens in Global Operation Targeting Criminals Using Encrypted App
Australian authorities have arrested dozens of individuals as part of a major international crackdown on criminal networks using an encrypted messaging app for illicit activities....
Facebook’s Parent Company Meta Bans Russian State Media Networks
In a significant move aimed at curbing the influence of disinformation, Facebook’s parent company, Meta, has announced the removal of Russian state media networks from...
Google Scores Rare Legal Victory as €1.49bn Antitrust Fine is Overturned
In a rare legal victory for Google, the tech giant has successfully overturned a €1.49 billion fine imposed by the European Union over antitrust charges....
African Aviation Nears Full Recovery to Pre-Pandemic Levels
Africa’s aviation industry is on the cusp of a significant rebound, with air traffic across the continent steadily returning to pre-pandemic levels. Following the severe...
Airbus Forecasts Africa’s Aviation Boom: 1,460 New Aircraft Needed by 2043
Airbus, one of the world’s leading aircraft manufacturers, has unveiled an optimistic forecast for Africa’s aviation sector, projecting a need for 1,460 new aircraft by...
Tito Jackson, Founding Member of the Jackson 5 and Brother of Michael Jackson, Dies at 70
Tito Jackson, the guitarist and founding member of the Jackson 5, passed away at the age of 70. His children shared the heartbreaking news on...
Military Training Camp in Mali’s Capital Under Attack: Army Reports Casualties
A military training camp in Mali’s capital, Bamako, has been targeted in a significant attack, according to reports from the Malian army. The assault, which...
Kenyan Shilling Holds Firm Against US Dollar Amid Stable Foreign Reserves
The Kenyan shilling has remained stable against the US dollar, providing much-needed confidence to businesses and consumers amid global currency fluctuations. As of mid-September 2024,...
Poultry Prices in Egypt Surge by Nearly 15% Since Early September
Poultry prices in Egypt have spiked by almost 15% since the beginning of September, putting pressure on consumers and raising concerns about food security in...
Ethiopia Focuses on Health Crisis Management and Organizational Reform in Strategic Session
Ethiopia recently held a high-level strategic session aimed at strengthening the country’s response to ongoing health crises while addressing the need for comprehensive organizational reform...
African Businesses Embrace Digital Transformation to Drive Post-Pandemic Growth
As the global economy continues to stabilize following the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, African businesses are increasingly turning to digital transformation as a...
African Stock Exchanges See Mixed Performance as Global Economic Conditions Shift
African stock markets experienced a day of mixed performance reflecting broader global economic uncertainty and shifting investor sentiment. While some major exchanges such as South...
Kenya Airways Enhances Nairobi Hub with Upgraded Facilities to Improve Passenger Experience
Kenya Airways, one of Africa’s leading airlines, has completed significant upgrades to its hub at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi. These enhancements are...
Ethiopian Airlines Launches New Direct Flight to São Paulo, Expanding Connectivity Between Africa and Latin America
Ethiopian Airlines has taken a significant step in enhancing global connectivity by launching a new direct flight from Addis Ababa to São Paulo, Brazil. This...
3 Dead After Trains Collide in Tragic Egypt Accident
According to initial reports, one of the trains may have been stationary when the other crashed into it, resulting in the fatal incident. Emergency responders...
Germany and Kenya Sign Landmark Labor Migration Agreement
Germany and Kenya have officially entered into a groundbreaking labor migration deal aimed at creating employment opportunities for Kenyan workers in Germany while addressing the...
Hundreds of Inmates Escape After Floods Breach Prison Walls in Devastating Incident
Hundreds of inmates have escaped from a prison after severe floods caused extensive damage, including the collapse of the prison’s perimeter walls. The incident occurred...
Cape Town to Implement 8-Hour Water Shutdown in 9 Areas for Essential Maintenance
Residents in nine areas of Cape Town will experience an eight-hour water supply shutdown as part of the city’s ongoing maintenance and infrastructure upgrade efforts....
PSL Club Unveils Orlando Pirates Midfielder in New Signing
In a significant move in the Premier Soccer League (PSL), an unnamed club has officially announced the acquisition of an Orlando Pirates midfielder, bolstering their...