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McLaren junior driver Ugo Ugochukwu delivered a masterclass at the Macau Grand Prix on Sunday, claiming victory in a race marked by a red flag and five safety car periods. The 17-year-old Nigerian-American showcased exceptional form throughout the weekend, starting […]
The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised an alarm over the rising prevalence of diabetes in Africa, warning that the number of people living with the condition could more than double by 2045 if immediate interventions are not implemented. Speaking […]
The largest planetarium in sub-Saharan Africa is set for a grand re-opening in Johannesburg early next year. The Wits Anglo American Digital Dome at Wits University has undergone a state-of-the-art transformation, featuring a digital dome that will immerse visitors in […]
The Consul General of France in Lagos, Laurent Favier, has highlighted the evolving and balanced cooperation between Nigeria and France. Speaking at the French Week 2024 Business Forum organized by the Franco-Nigerian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI), Favier said, […]
The World Bank and other financial institutions are in discussions about funding a massive hydro-power project in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) that could supply electricity across the entire African continent. The Grand Inga Dam, capable of producing 44,000 […]
Delegates at COP29 in Baku expressed cautious optimism as the United Nations’ annual climate conference entered its second day on Wednesday. ”Intense negotiations started just yesterday, but now we are seeing different opinions and comments from countries on what they […]
South African music sensation Tyla celebrated a major win at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs), taking home awards for Best Afrobeats, Best African Act, and Best R&B. Competing against heavyweights like Nigeria’s Ayra Starr, Tanzania’s Diamond Platnumz, and […]
The Minister of Environment, Mallam Balarabe Abbas Lawal, has emphasized the importance of a circular economy in balancing development and environmental sustainability, particularly within Nigeria’s construction, mining, and quarrying sectors. Speaking Thursday at a workshop in Abuja on “Mainstreaming Circular […]
Bitcoin reached a new all-time high of $81,858 late on Sunday, breaking through the $80,000 barrier amid growing optimism following the US election. The market’s positive sentiment is fueled by expectations that pro-crypto policies may take shape under President-elect Donald […]
Thousands gathered in Botswana’s capital, Gaborone, on Friday to witness the inauguration of Duma Boko as the nation’s new president, marking the end of the former ruling party’s 58-year reign. Boko, leader of the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC), called […]