Nigeria, Türkiye sign multiple deals to deepen economic co-operation

Nigeria's trade and investment relationship with Türkiye is set for a major boost following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's recent state visit to Ankara.  According to Dele Oye, Chairman of the Nigeria-Türkiye Business Council, more than nine bilateral agreements were signed across key sectors inclu…

Ramaphosa urges infrastructure push to drive continental growth

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has renewed calls for accelerated infrastructure investment across the continent, saying it is key to economic growth, inclusive development, and Africa's long-term resilience. Speaking during a virtual meeting of Heads of State and Government of the Preside…

Round up wrap with political analyst Mighti Jaime

On the roundup wrap segment of 'Rise and Shine' resident analyst Mighti Jamie, to talk to us about some of the stories highlighted earlier as well as throw forward to the week ahead... TALKING POINTS 1. Tunisia's President Kais Saied has extended the country's state of emergency until the end of …

World Laureates Summit opens in Dubai alongside World Governments Summit

The World Laureates Summit is sitting in Dubai, alongside the World Governments Summit marking a historic integration of science and government. The gathering features high-level forums and dialogue on artificial intelligence, biotechnology, quantum science, energy, climate, and emerging technolog…

Free SA raises alarm over draft hate speech regulations in SA

The Foundation for Rights of Expression and Equality, Free SA, has raised concerns over proposed regulations linked to South Africa's Hate Crimes and Hate Speech law.  The group warns that the draft rules could threaten privacy rights, blur the line between criminal hate speech and protected expre…

Media watchdog raises alarm over growing attacks on journalists in Botswana

 Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) in Botswana,  has condemned the emerging threats by the powers that be in the southern African country aimed at undermining media freedom. In recent months, journalists have been subjected to sustained public attacks, including accusations of misinformati…

Senior Boko Haram Commander killed in Borno: Nigerian Military

Nigeria's military says it has killed Abu Khalid, a senior Boko Haram commander, along with 10 other militants in northeastern Borno state. Abu Khalid was reportedly the group's second-in-command in the Sambisa Forest. The army says no soldiers were harmed, and operations continue against Boko Har…

DRC faces ongoing eastern conflict as Tshisekedi calls for national dialogue

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues to face unrest in the east, where fighting persists between government forces and Rwanda-backed M23 rebels.  President Félix Tshisekedi has called for an inclusive national dialogue, setting conditions that it should not question his legitimacy or p…

South Africa's Department of Health will this week begin the 2026 Human Papilloma Virus

South Africa's Department of Health will this week begin the 2026 Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Vaccination drive to protect girls aged nine years and older from developing cervical cancer later in life. South Africa continues to record a high number of cases of cervical cancer and related deaths ann…

New programme is set to equip young changemakers across Africa with essential digital and tech skills

A new programme is set to equip young changemakers across Africa with essential digital and tech skills. The Diana Award, in partnership with ServiceNow, will offer 10 weeks of hands-on experience in application development, AI, and ServiceNow fundamentals, with support to gain industry-recognised …