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Tech/Innovation

Joshen Indarjee Drives Township Tech Innovation as AfriBiz Connect Expands Digital Access Across South Africa

As technology reshapes Africa’s economic future, a new wave of entrepreneurs is building solutions grounded in local realities. Among them is Joshen Indarjee, Director of AfriBiz Connect, who continues to use digital innovation to support township businesses and strengthen community…

Published by ttybrandafrica
February 1, 2026

News

South Africa’s Mineral Wealth Is Bigger Than the Data Suggests

Global mining exploration statistics often tell an incomplete story, and South Africa is frequently misjudged as a result. International rankings suggest that the country contributes less than one percent of global exploration expenditure. However, this perception does not reflect reality…

Published by ttybrandafrica
February 1, 2026

News

US Repositions Africa Strategy With Investment-First Push as Global Competition Intensifies

Wireless telecom tower representing the new U.S.-backed broadband expansion project in Nigeria and West Africa.

The United States has launched a renewed Africa strategy centered on investment, infrastructure, and private capital as competition for economic and geopolitical influence across the continent intensifies. Rather than relying on traditional aid, Washington is now prioritising trade integration, infrastructure…

Global News

China, India Power Over 43% of Global Economic Growth in 2026 — IMF Forecast

Top 10 Contributors to Global Real GDP Growth in 2026

China and India are set to dominate global economic expansion in 2026, accounting for more than 43% of worldwide real GDP growth, according to new forecast data from the International Monetary Fund. The projection comes as global growth remains resilient…

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BRICS Builds Digital Payment System to Challenge SWIFT and Dollar Dominance

As India prepares to host the BRICS summit later this year, the bloc is quietly advancing plans for a new global payment system built around national digital currencies, a move that could reshape cross-border trade without launching a single BRICS…

Published by ttybrandafrica
February 1, 2026

Global News

Google Launches Project Genie AI for Real-Time Interactive World Creation

Google CEO Sundar Pichai has announced the launch of Project Genie, a new experimental artificial intelligence tool from Google DeepMind that allows users to create and explore interactive digital worlds in real time. Pichai shared the announcement on X, formerly…

Published by ttybrandafrica
February 1, 2026

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AEBS 2026 Sets Stage for African Businesses to Shine Globally

The African Entrepreneurship & Business Summit (AEBS) has officially announced its theme for 2026: “Made in Africa, Built for the World.” This year’s summit will take place in Lagos, Nigeria, in November, uniting Africa’s most ambitious entrepreneurs, investors, innovators, and…

Published by ttybrandafrica
January 30, 2026

Global News

China Grants Visa-Free Travel to UK Citizens as Starmer Resets UK–China Relations

China has agreed to allow British citizens to enter the country without a visa for up to 30 days, the UK government has announced, marking a major shift in travel and trade relations between the two countries. The decision followed…

Published by ttybrandafrica
January 29, 2026

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South Africa Proposes R100bn Fund to Scale Support for Black-Owned Businesses

South Africa has moved closer to launching a R100 billion ($6.3 billion) state-linked fund designed to expand support for Black-owned and Black-managed businesses, after the government published draft amendments to its empowerment rules. On Thursday, Trade, Industry and Competition Minister…

Published by ttybrandafrica
January 29, 2026

Tech/Innovation

PayPal Returns to Nigeria After 20 Year

PayPal has returned to Nigeria after nearly two decades, re-entering Africa’s largest economy through a partnership with local fintech firm Paga, a move that has stirred both excitement and resentment among Nigerians who were previously shut out of the global…