Davido transformed a global entertainment stage into a powerful call for justice on Wednesday, using his appearance at the FIFA World Cup Countdown Concert in Los Angeles to spotlight the plight of abducted schoolchildren and teachers from Oyo State, Nigeria.…

South African-born physician and biotech entrepreneur Patrick Soon-Shiong has risen to the top of Los Angeles’ wealth rankings.  His estimated net worth now stands at $8.4 billion, according to 2026 valuations. He now leads one of the most competitive billionaire…

Somali Referee Omar Artan Denied U.S. Entry, Returns Home to Hero’s Welcome What should have been a groundbreaking moment for African football has instead become one of the biggest controversies surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir…

Royal Air Maroc has taken a bold step in reshaping Africa’s long-haul aviation map. The airline has launched a nonstop service between Casablanca and Los Angeles, making it the second African carrier to connect directly to the US West Coast.…

The International Monetary Fund has approved a $250 million extended credit facility for Rwanda, marking a major financial lifeline for the East African nation as global economic pressures intensify in 2026.  The approval includes an immediate disbursement of $35.7 million…

Africa’s ambition to become a global economic powerhouse took center stage at Invest Lagos 3.0, where policymakers, investors, business leaders, and trade experts gathered under the theme, “Lagos Business Gateway to Africa: Powering Africa’s Next Era of Trade, Talent and…

Sudan has launched one of its most aggressive interventions yet in the country’s vast traditional gold mining industry, introducing emergency measures aimed at restoring control over a sector responsible for roughly 80% of national gold production. The move comes as…