4 h. ago Rape: S’African agencies slam judge for acquitting Nigerian pastor

Some South African government agencies have condemned the acquittal of a Nigerian televangelist, Timothy Omotoso, after spending eight years in detention for rape charges. The South Africa-based Nigerian pastor alongside his co-defendants, Lusanda Sulani and Zukiswa Sitho, was discharged and acquitted of rape, sexual exploitation, and human trafficking by Gqeberha High Court on Wednesday. Omotoso Read More

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16 h. ago Burna Boy, Tyla Lead As African Artists Earned $58m On Spotify In 2024

Nigeria and South Africa’s music industries hit new heights in 2024, earning a combined $58 million in royalties from Spotify alone, according to the streaming giant’s latest report. Spotify, in a statement released on Thursday, revealed that African music genres—particularly Nigeria’s Afrobeats and South Africa’s Amapiano—have seen “extraordinary growth across Sub-Saharan Africa’s music industries,” with […]

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21 h. ago Spotify royalty payouts to Nigerian, South African artists surge to $60m

Audio streaming giant Spotify’s (SPOT.N), opens new tab royalty payments to artists from Nigeria and South Africa – its two read more Spotify royalty payouts to Nigerian, South African artists surge to $60m

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34 h. ago Spotify paid Nigerian, S’African artists $59m royalty in 2024

Audio streaming giant Spotify significantly increased its royalty payouts to artists from Nigeria and South Africa in 2024, distributing nearly $59 million as global demand for African music continues to soar. The figures, released by the company on Thursday, underscore the growing international appeal of artists from the continent’s two biggest music markets. According to Read More

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63 h. ago FULL LIST: Nigeria, South Africa, 48 other African countries affected by Trump’s new tariffs

Tribune Online FULL LIST: Nigeria, South Africa, 48 other African countries affected by Trump’s new tariffs Here’s a full list of African countries affected by the new U.S. tariff policy, along with their current tax rates and the tariffs they charge the U.S: FULL LIST: Nigeria, South Africa, 48 other African countries affected by Trump’s new tariffs Tribune Online

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66 h. ago After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa

Tribune Online After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa After spending eight years in jail, Nigerian televangelist, Timothy Omotoso has been found not guilty of all charges in a highly publicised South African trial. Omotoso was accused of raping young women from his church in Port Elizabeth but consistently denied the 32 charges against him. The trial, which was broadcast live, drew widespread attention […] After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa Tribune Online

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68 h. ago Nigerian Televangelist Timothy Omotoso Acquitted Of Rape Charges In South Africa Faces Deportation

A Nigerian televangelist who was accused of raping young women in his South African church, Timothy Omotoso, has been found not guilty of all charges after spending eight years in jail. However, following Wednesday’s verdict, Omotoso will be deported to Nigeria, South African media outlet News24 has reported. In 2018, one witness told the court […]

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3 d. ago S’African court frees Pastor Omotoso of rape charges after eight years

A Nigerian televangelist, Timothy Omotoso, has been acquitted of rape charges by a South African high court after spending eight years in jail. The judge presiding over the case criticised the state prosecutor’s handling of the cross-examination, stating it was “shallow” and lacked the intention to uncover the truth. Omotoso and his two co-defendants were Read More

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3 d. ago Rape charges: Nigerian pastor acquitted after eight years in South African jail

By Seyi Babalola After eight years in prison, a Nigerian televangelist accused of raping young women in his South African church was found not guilty of all counts. Timothy Omotoso disputed the 32 counts in a live trial that drew widespread attention across the country. In 2018, one witness testified in court that she had […] The post Rape charges: Nigerian pastor acquitted after eight years in South African jail appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nigeria’s loss, South Africa’s gain: Medical cannabis industry and the cost of prohibition

Tribune Online Nigeria’s loss, South Africa’s gain: Medical cannabis industry and the cost of prohibition THE global shift toward legalizing and regulating cannabis for medicinal and industrial use has been transformative. Countries worldwide are recognizing the economic, medical, and industrial potential of cannabis, leading to groundbreaking reforms. However, while African nations like South Africa and Lesothoreap the benefits of progressive cannabis policies, Nigeria remains shackled by prohibitive laws that stifle […] Nigeria’s loss, South Africa’s gain: Medical cannabis industry and the cost of prohibition Tribune Online

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1 week ago Consumer advocacy group slams MultiChoice over unequal pricing for Nigerian, South African customers

Save the Consumers, a non-governmental consumer rights advocacy group has condemned MultiChoice Nigeria over its recent 21% increase. read more Consumer advocacy group slams MultiChoice over unequal pricing for Nigerian, South African customers

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1 week ago 2025’s Best Online Casinos South Africa: Top SA Casino Websites for Bonuses & Game Variety

Searching for an exciting online gambling experience in Mzansi? You’re in luck. The best South African online casinos bring world-class games, big bonuses, and a local touch. Gone are the days of dingy backstreet internet gambling sites that offer dime-a-dozen slots and little else. Crowning the best online casino in South Africa is no easy […] The post 2025’s Best Online Casinos South Africa: Top SA Casino Websites for Bonuses & Game Variety appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Group condemns Multichoice’s price disparity between Nigeria, South African customers

A Nigerian consumer rights group, Save the Consumers, has condemned MultiChoice Nigeria over its recent price hike on DStv and GOtv subscriptions, describing the move as “insensitive and exploitative.” The group made this known in a statement signed by the Executive Director, Aliyu Ilias on Sunday. The statement partly read, “Save the Consumers, a Nigerian Read More

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2 w. ago South Africa: No African country is important in Trump’s agenda – Shehu Sani

By Seyi Babalola Senator Shehu Sani, a former federal lawmaker, has indicated that no African country is important to President Donald Trump’s agenda. Sani asserted that no African country is essential in Trump’s agenda because the US President can say and do nasty things about Canada and Mexico. “The expulsion of South African Ambassador from […] The post South Africa: No African country is important in Trump’s agenda – Shehu Sani appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago US Deports South African Ambassador For Allegedly Hating America

The United States has ejected South African Ambassador to the country, Ebrahim Rasool over accusation of hating America by criticising the administration of President Donald Trump. In a post on X Friday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio wrote that Rasool was “no longer welcome in our great country,” calling him a “race-baiting politician who hates […]

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3 w. ago Trump administration expels South African Ambassador amid rising diplomatic tension

Ebrahim Rasool, South Africa’s Ambassador, has been barred from entering the Unites States by the Trump administration. In a social read more Trump administration expels South African Ambassador amid rising diplomatic tension

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3 w. ago South African presidency reacts to expulsion of ambassador from US

By John Ogunsemore The South African presidency said the expulsion of its Ambassador to the United States, Ebrahim Rasool, is “regrettable”. The presidency stated this in a short statement published on X on Saturday. However, it called for decorum on both sides to resolve the matter that precipitated the decision. “The Presidency has noted the […] The post South African presidency reacts to expulsion of ambassador from US appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago U17 Women’s World Cup: South Africa’s Bantwana arrive in Lagos for Flamingos clash

The South African U17 women’s team, Bantwana, arrived in Lagos on Wednesday evening ahead of their crucial FIFA U17 Women’s read more U17 Women’s World Cup: South Africa’s Bantwana arrive in Lagos for Flamingos clash

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3 w. ago Meet Bajabulile Tshabalala, AfDB presidential candidate prioritising infrastructure development

Bajabulile Tshabalala, a renowned South African economist and finance expert, has entered the race for the African Development Bank (AfDB) read more Meet Bajabulile Tshabalala, AfDB presidential candidate prioritising infrastructure development

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