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Calder departs as Two Circles media sales director
Paul Calder has left his position as director for media sales at Two Circles after less than 18 months with the international sports agency. He was appointed by the UK-based firm in August 2024 to lead the media rights sales process for European...
ATTA publishes new white paper to strengthen responsible wildlife tourism practices in Africa
The African Travel & Tourism Association (ATTA) has launched a new white paper designed to support more responsible and ethical wildlife tourism across Africa. Titled “Too Close for Comfort: Rethinking Human-Wildlife Boundaries for a Sustainable...
Shaheen-led Pakistan win toss, opt to field in first ODI against South Africa
Led by newly-appointed captain Shaheen Shah Afridi, Pakistan won the toss and opted to field first in the first One-day International of the three-match series against South Africa at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad on Tuesday. The match marks the...
CAF Champions League: Rivers United motivated to face Africa’s top clubs – Finidi
Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George is confident his team can compete with team’s in their CAF Champions League group, DAILY POST reports. The Port Harcourt club will face defending champions Pyramids FC of Egypt, Morocco’s RS Berkane,...
MaggieVerse: Storytelling, cultural Identity take centre stage as African Food Creators meet in Lagos
African food content creators, culinary experts, and brand leaders have embarked on exploring the evolving landscape of African cuisine and its growing influence on global food trends. At the conference, organised by Maggi, to introduce...
Media Denies Christian Genocide in Response to Trump’s Threat of Military Action in Nigeria
On the night of June 13, 2025, armed Fulani herdsmen descended on a Catholic farming community in Nigeria. By the time the night was over, more than 200 Christians — men, women, and children — lay dead amidst the ruins of their burnt-down homes....
Over 300,000 South Africans register as first-time voters ahead of 2026 local elections
Over 300,000 South Africans have registered as first-time voters this year, as the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) ramps up preparations for the 2026 local government elections. Speaking to the media on Tuesday, IEC deputy chief...
Historic harbour initiative set to transform South Africa's neglected coastal towns
A landmark initiative to develop new small harbours and revitalise neglected coastal towns has been launched in South Africa. Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala officially launched the Special Economic Zone framework...
Omdia: Abu Dhabi Media and STARZPLAY Partnership Highlights Growing Broadcaster Collaboration in MENA
Business Wire India According to Omdia research, broadcasters across the Middle East and North Africa are increasingly rethinking their digital strategies. Many are moving away from standalone OTT platforms and exploring partnerships with...
Keyamo asks African nations to strengthen air traffic management capacity
Festus Keyamo, the minister of aviation and aerospace development, has asked African countries to strengthen their air traffic management (ATM) capacity through strategic recruitment, training, and retention of skilled personnel to ensure safer...
South Africans go wild over woman's 1-minute R3000 trolley dash at Mall of Thembisa
A woman named Nthabiseng took on a one-minute "Spring trolley dash" shopping challenge, racing to fill her trolley with items worth up to R3,000 The clip of her dashing through the store, grabbing essentials with speed and confidence, has gone...
Chidimma Adetshina lives it up in Cape Town; Social media reacts: "What have we done to deserve all this?"
Chidimma Adetshina shared more photos of herself enjoying her stay in South Africa She wowed her Instagram followers with two posts showing off her glamorous outfits Social media users suggested she try acting, while others compared her to an...
NUPRC Boss To Address Pan-African Parliament In South Africa
The Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Gbenga Komolafe, has been named among leading continental experts invited to address the Sixth Ordinary Session of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) holding in...
Pakistan vs South Africa Unofficial Free Live Streaming 1ST ODI 2025: How To Watch PAK vs SA Cricket Match Live Online in India?
The Pakistan national cricket team will take on the South Africa national cricket team in the first ODI of the three-match series. The Pakistan vs South Africa 1st ODI 2025 will be played at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad on Tuesday, November 4....
Eskom assures South Africans its power system remains reliable
Eskom has assured South Africans that they do not need to fear load shedding, as the power system continues to operate reliably and effectively meets the country’s electricity demand. “The ongoing implementation of the Generation Recovery Plan is...
“Africa Must Invest, Not Just React, to Cyber Threats”, Former INTERPOL Cybercrime Chief, Craig Jones, Warns
Advertisements As Africa’s digital economy expands, so too does its exposure to cyber threats. Interpol’s latest Africa Cyberthreat Assessment Report reveals that cyber incidents have cost the continent over $3 billion since 2019, with Nigeria...
Ghana’s President wants to prove Ghana and all of Africa can stand on its own
“It will get me into trouble again!” laughs Ghana President John Mahama upon the conclusion of our interview. A few weeks earlier, Mahama’s Foreign Minister had visited the U.S. State Department, only to be immediately confronted with an op-ed...
Concern over impact of Avian Influenza outbreak on Critically Endangered African Penguin
The Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (SANCCOB) has reinforced its biosecurity protocols in response to the ongoing Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) outbreak affecting wild seabirds along South Africa’s...
ARCON inducts 45 fellows, honours leaders shaping Nigeria’s advertising industry
The Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) has conferred its highest professional honour — the Fellowship of the advertising profession — on 45 distinguished practitioners in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the...