27 h. ago NHBRC moves to discipline suspended CEO over George building collapse

NHBRC is in the process of instituting disciplinary action against its suspended CEO Songezo Booi.

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40 h. ago Powering AI with Purpose: The Race for Data Equity and Sovereignty

In one of the most critical sessions of the Global AI Summit Africa 2025, titled “Data: A Strategic Imperative for Adoption, Equity, and Sovereignty,” leaders from across sectors converged to explore the foundational role of data in Africa’s digital future. Moderated by Isobel Acquah, Executive Director of the Certa Foundation, the conversation centered around building… Read More »Powering AI with Purpose: The Race for Data Equity and Sovereignty The post Powering AI with Purpose: The Race for Data Equity and Sovereignty first appeared on iAfrica.

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46 h. ago System failures by NHBRC led to George building collapse: Simelane

The collapse, which took place during construction, caused 34 deaths and dozens of injuries.

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49 h. ago Lesotho Faces Economic Blow as Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Imports

Lesotho has become the world’s second hardest-hit country by President Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs, facing a 50% rate on all exports to the US—just behind China. The move threatens Lesotho’s thriving textile trade, including exports of Levi’s and Wrangler jeans, which have benefited from tariff-free access under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).… Read More »Lesotho Faces Economic Blow as Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Imports The post Lesotho Faces Economic Blow as Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Imports first appeared on iAfrica.

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49 h. ago Africa’s Top Fintech Open to Acquisition Amid Push for Profitability

Flutterwave, Africa’s most valuable fintech startup, has set its sights on profitability in 2025, according to CEO Olugbenga Agboola. Agboola, who made this revelation during a recent interview, also stated that the company is open to acquisition while remaining focused on long-term sustainability. With a valuation of over $3 billion and backing from investors such… Read More »Africa’s Top Fintech Open to Acquisition Amid Push for Profitability The post Africa’s Top Fintech Open to Acquisition Amid Push for Profitability first appeared on iAfrica.

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49 h. ago Niger Bets on Local Mining in Break From Western Partnerships

Niger’s military-led government is doubling down on resource nationalism, awarding copper and lithium mining permits to local firms as part of a broader, Sahel-wide push to reduce reliance on Western companies. The move echoes similar strategies in Mali and Burkina Faso, fellow junta-led states, which also favor domestic control and courting non-Western allies like China,… Read More »Niger Bets on Local Mining in Break From Western Partnerships The post Niger Bets on Local Mining in Break From Western Partnerships first appeared on iAfrica.

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68 h. ago Selective US Tariffs Spare Key South African Exports but Pose Challenges for Farmers

In a recent policy shift, the United States has imposed steep tariffs on several African nations, effectively signaling the end of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). Countries such as Lesotho, Madagascar, Mauritius, Botswana, and South Africa now face tariffs ranging from 30% to 50%. This move comes amid existing challenges in these nations,… Read More »Selective US Tariffs Spare Key South African Exports but Pose Challenges for Farmers The post Selective US Tariffs Spare Key South African Exports but Pose Challenges for Farmers first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago How a Ghanaian Lab Is Changing the Future of Global Cancer Research

Several years after losing his father to liver cancer, Ghanaian immunologist Yaw Bediako launched Yemaachi Biotech to close a critical gap in African cancer research. The company, situated in Accra, is building Africa’s largest cancer genomics database—the African Cancer Atlas—using samples from 7,500 patients across the continent. Despite Africa’s rich genetic diversity, only 2% of… Read More »How a Ghanaian Lab Is Changing the Future of Global Cancer Research The post How a Ghanaian Lab Is Changing the Future of Global Cancer Research first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago Nigerian Billionaire Joins IMF Advisory Council on Global Growth

Tony Elumelu, a Nigerian billionaire and philanthropist, has been appointed to the IMF’s newly established Advisory Council on Entrepreneurship and Growth. Joining global figures like Marc Benioff, Salesforce CEO, and Reema Al-Saud, Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to the US, Elumelu will help shape policies that promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable private sector-led growth. The council, created… Read More »Nigerian Billionaire Joins IMF Advisory Council on Global Growth The post Nigerian Billionaire Joins IMF Advisory Council on Global Growth first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago ANC Backs ActionSA Move To Halt VAT Increase, Easing Pressure On Taxpayers

The African National Congress (ANC) has endorsed ActionSA’s proposal to scrap the planned 0.5% VAT increase, aiming to provide relief for taxpayers already facing economic strain. ActionSA introduced an amendment to remove both the VAT and income tax increases proposed for the 2025/2026 fiscal year during Tuesday’s parliamentary joint committee on finance debate. ActionSA representative… Read More »ANC Backs ActionSA Move To Halt VAT Increase, Easing Pressure On Taxpayers The post ANC Backs ActionSA Move To Halt VAT Increase, Easing Pressure On Taxpayers first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago NW MEC for transport welcomes high court ruling on removal of BRP

The entity has been marred by financial difficulties and governance collapse.

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5 d. ago Uitenhage residents decry impact of Matanzima road bridge collapse

The alternative route is a gravel road which deteriorates the state of the vehicles.

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5 d. ago Kariega residents decry impact of Matanzima road bridge collapse

The alternative route is a gravel road which deteriorates the state of the vehicles.

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6 d. ago Orania leader defends town’s purpose amid EFF’s racism concerns

Orania Movement leader Jooste Strydom says Orania exists to preserve Afrikaans culture and identity

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6 d. ago +234 Art Fair Empowers Emerging Nigerian Artists and Redefines Patronage

The +234 Art Fair is revolutionizing art patronage in Nigeria by providing a platform for emerging artists. Showcasing over 300 works, including paintings, sculptures, and digital art, the fair encourages people from all walks of life to support the arts. This year’s theme focuses on building a community around art and strengthening the support system… Read More »+234 Art Fair Empowers Emerging Nigerian Artists and Redefines Patronage The post +234 Art Fair Empowers Emerging Nigerian Artists and Redefines Patronage first appeared on iAfrica.

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6 d. ago ‘At every step I want to cry’: Tourist describes Myanmar destruction

Tourist Ravil Nasretdinov said that a large number of high-rise buildings had collapsed.

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6 d. ago ANC and DA Resume Crucial Budget Talks to Avert Coalition Collapse

Negotiating teams from the ANC and DA resumed critical talks on the Budget Sunday afternoon, following an impasse on Friday that threatened the stability of the coalition government. A source familiar with the negotiations informed News24 that the ANC had reached out to the DA to restart discussions after talks stalled, aiming to secure an… Read More »ANC and DA Resume Crucial Budget Talks to Avert Coalition Collapse The post ANC and DA Resume Crucial Budget Talks to Avert Coalition Collapse first appeared on iAfrica.

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6 d. ago  Villa’s Rashford scores twice in FA Cup win over Preston, book semis

Rashford netted his first goal for Villa since a February loan move from Manchester United.

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6 d. ago KZN govt finds land to build houses for flood displaced families

Permanent houses for the flood victims will be built on seven parcels of land in KZN.

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7 d. ago PRASA’s test train run from Cape Town to Khayelitsha welcomed

The line was suspended in 2019 due to vandalism and theft.

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