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Africa

Africa’s Untapped Tourism Economy Could Drive the Continent’s Next Growth Wave

Africa’s Tourism Economy Could Become a Multi-Billion-Dollar Job Engine, Says IFC’s Ethiopis Tafara

Africa may be sitting on one of the world’s most underleveraged economic opportunities. Despite its vast cultural heritage, wildlife reserves, coastlines and historical landmarks, the continent still attracts only 5% of global international tourist arrivals annually. For IFC Regional Vice…

Published by ttybrandafrica
May 28, 2026

Article

12 of World’s 20 Fastest-Growing Economies Are in Africa

AfDB President Sidi Ould Tah speaking during the 2026 African Economic Outlook presentation

Africa is rapidly strengthening its position in the global economy as 12 of the world’s 20 fastest-growing economies are now on the continent, according to the President of the African Development Bank Group, Sidi Ould Tah. Tah unveiled the figures…

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May 28, 2026

News

Seven Nigerian States Rich in Gold Deposits

Artisanal gold miners working at a mining site in northern Nigeria as the country expands its solid minerals industry.

Nigerian push to diversify its economy beyond crude oil is placing renewed attention on the country’s vast gold reserves, with several states emerging as major hubs for exploration and mining activities. Across Nigeria, gold continues to rank among the most…

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May 28, 2026

News

Why World Bank Pulled $717m Nigeria Power Funding Amid Electricity Crisis

World Bank Pulls $717m Nigeria Power Funding as Electricity Crisis Deepens

Nigeria’s electricity sector has suffered another heavy blow after the Federal Government and the World Bank jointly cancelled $717.7 million in undisbursed financing meant to support the country’s struggling power industry. The cancelled funds formed part of the $1.52 billion…

Published by ttybrandafrica
May 28, 2026

Fashion

Nike x Slawn 2026 Nigeria-Inspired Collection Drops with Jay-Jay Okocha and Patience Ozokwo

The campaign brings together football greatness, cinematic legacy, and music energy in a way that feels fresh and unapologetically African. Nike designed the collection to celebrate identity and expression. Slawn drove the visual direction with his raw graffiti-inspired style, and…

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May 28, 2026

News

Moniepoint Bets Big on Nigeria’s Future With N3bn University Tech Hubs

Moniepoint Launches N3 Billion University Innovation Hubs to Train 500 Developers Yearly Across Nigeria

Moniepoint has unveiled a bold N3 billion investment plan that will reshape how Nigeria develops tech talent. The fintech company will establish innovation hubs across three major federal universities, a move designed to produce about 500 developers every year and…

Published by ttybrandafrica
May 27, 2026

News

Ghana Launches E-Visa System and Waives Visa Fees for African Travellers

A modern airport scene in Ghana showing African travellers using digital immigration systems as President John Dramani Mahama announces the country’s new e-visa platform and visa fee waivers.

Ghana is opening its doors wider to Africa at a time when many countries across the world are tightening immigration rules. The West African nation has officially launched a new electronic visa platform while also removing visa fees for African…

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May 27, 2026

Global News

Stord Hits $3 Billion Valuation After Massive $250M Funding Round

Stord Raises $250M at $3B Valuation to Challenge Amazon Fulfillment Dominance

E-commerce logistics startup Stord has secured a massive $250 million funding round at a $3 billion valuation, marking one of the biggest growth stories in the global supply chain technology sector this year. The Atlanta-based company announced the funding on Tuesday as…

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May 27, 2026

News

Ghana Airlifts Citizens From South Africa Amid Rising Anti-Immigrant Tensions

Ghana Begins Emergency Repatriation From South Africa as Anti-Immigrant Protests Trigger Fear Among Migrants

Ghana has begun repatriating its citizens from South Africa after rising anti-immigrant protests created fear and uncertainty for foreign nationals living across the country. Early Wednesday morning, the first group of Ghanaians arrived at Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport to…