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Africa targets US$50bn in deals as Nigeria secures IATF 2027

Former Nigerian president Olusegun Obasanjo, who chairs the IATF2027 Advisory Council, said preparations were already under way to ensure a successful event.

By Mthandazo Nyoni 5h ago

Africa targets US$50bn in deals as Nigeria secures IATF 2027

Engineering our energy sovereignty through African solutions

Before addressing the breakaway panel on Decentralised Energy Systems, it was both appropriate and necessary to acknowledge the leadership of the host nation.

By Edzai Kachirekwa Mar. 8, 2026

Engineering our energy sovereignty through African solutions

Learnmore Jonasi’s joke turns bitter

The Lion King soundtrack composer, Lebo M, responded harshly, accusing Jonasi of destroying culture and tradition.

By Sindiso Dube Mar. 8, 2026

Zim students join ‘transformational’ filmmaking academy

Twenty participants from Southern Africa are enrolled for the Lusaka-based course this year.

By Staff Writer Mar. 6, 2026

Zim students join ‘transformational’ filmmaking academy

Creative Economy Week champions skills, networks and market access

The series of curated events connects Zimbabwean talent with peers across Africa and the global diaspora.

By Khumbulani Muleya Mar. 6, 2026

Creative Economy Week champions skills, networks and market access

Major brokerage backs African Sun share buyback ahead of VFEX exit

African Sun last week announced plans to buy back up to 40% of its issued shares at US$5,17 each.

By Tatira Zwinoira Mar. 6, 2026

Major brokerage backs African Sun share buyback ahead of VFEX exit

Africa’s most aggressive policy rate, and what it means for Zim markets

Across Zimbabwe’s formal productive sector, the 35% policy rate has cascaded into extremely high lending costs.

By Blessing Kanyemba Mar. 6, 2026

Africa’s most aggressive policy rate, and what it means for Zim markets

Pan-Africanism: A path to a united and prosperous Africa

Pan-Africanism, at its heart, is a simple but powerful belief: that African people share a common history and destiny, and that unity is our greatest strength.

By Mitchel Chibaya and Olyn Marimanzi Mar. 6, 2026

Pan-Africanism: A path to a united and prosperous Africa

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African nations shielded from Russian recruitment as Zim activists demand action

Countries reportedly shielded from recruitment include Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Uganda, Ghana, Tanzania, Mozambique, Guinea, Angola, Namibia and Ethiopia.

By Nqobani Ndlovu Mar. 6, 2026