How MENA Nations are transforming global trade routes

Chloe Maluleke|Updated

Discover how initiatives like IMEC and enhanced regional cooperation are shifting the economic centre of gravity towards the Global South.

US flounders in global digital ranking, while economies that have embraced emerging technology rank high

Editorial|Published

Gaps in broadband access and other digital disparities identified in the data threaten to further fragment the global economic competitiveness scene

The price of power: money in American elections

Brandstories|Published

The deep pockets of political funding are shaking up the 2024 US election race.

BRICS on the rise: The new go-to for southern hemisphere's emerging nations

Brandstories|Published

A game-changer in the world of international co-operation, the BRICS group is becoming the go-to for developing countries in the southern hemisphere.

Former Flutterwave Employee Loses $900K Appeal against Flutterwave

Staff Reporter|Published

The company denied Odero’s accusations, including claims of bullying

Mpox vaccines expected to arrive in DR Congo within days: WHO chief

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

A first delivery of mpox vaccines is expected to arrive in the Democratic Republic of Congo in the coming days, the World Health Organization's chief Tedros Adhanom ...

At 87, pope defies expectations with epic tour

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

By embarking aged 87 on the farthest journey of his papacy, Pope Francis is doing something some believed impossible - and seeking to silence those who doubt his ...

September 2024: global events at a glance

Graphic News|Published

From political debates and elections to papal pilgrimages and tech launches, this month is packed with global events. Don’t miss the Harris-Trump showdown, German ...

Paris 2024 Olympics bid emotional farewell after ‘Seine-sational’ Games

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

France bids farewell to dazzling Paris Olympics after two weeks of celebration and sporting drama.

Biden clears way for Kamala Harris in US presidency race

Reuters|Published

Biden, in a post on X, said he would remain in his role as president and commander-in-chief until his term ends in January 2025 and would address the nation this ...

Olympic security plans for Paris include 15 000 troops, 30 000 police officers

Graphic News|Published

Organisers take strict security measures for 2024 Paris Olympics with thousands of troops, police.

Persistent protests turn violent in Nairobi

Reuters|Published

Opposition leader Raila Odinga, runner-up in the last four presidential elections, backed the protesters though they have called on politicians to keep out of it. ...

UK baby killer tried to kill yet again

Reuters|Published

She was jailed for life and told she would never be released. Letby denied having harmed any baby in her care.

Trump hails ‘big win’ in court

Reuters|Published

The ruling marked the first time since the nation’s 18th century founding that the Supreme Court has declared that former presidents may be shielded from criminal ...

Kenyan police kill 5 protesters

Reuters|Published

Music played from loudspeakers and protesters waved Kenyan flags and blew whistles in the few hours before the violence escalated.

Ford recalls 668 000 pick-up trucks worldwide

Reuters|Published

A loss of signal can cause a transmission downshift, regardless of vehicle speed, the company told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Israel set to move on Hezbollah

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

The war has sent tensions soaring across the region, with violence involving Iran-backed Hamas allies.

Hamas accepts ceasefire resolution, ready to negotiate over specifics – Official

Reuters|Published

Discussions also touching on postwar plans for Gaza will continue over the next couple of days, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in Tel Aviv after talks with ...

Ajay and Anil Gupta denied bail

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Ajay Gupta, 58, and another family member, Anil Gupta, were arrested in Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand State.