Bill Gates says Epstein wanted personal relationship, but he 'never reciprocated'
The Microsoft co-founder spent hours talking to lawmakers behind closed doors, where he also said Epstein used his marital infidelities to pressure him.
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More pain ahead for bitcoin investors
SpaceX’s much-anticipated public listing, set to be the largest ever, will likely keep cryptocurrency prices in the doldrums as retail investors attracted to new and risky AI stocks scramble to get a slice of the action. Celebrity billionaire Elon Musk’s rocket and satellite communications company — which merged with his AI start-up xAI earlier this…
Africa: From M-Pesa to Digital Identity – Africa’s Fintech Evolution
Sub-Saharan Africa is a global leader in the development of mobile financial services. Out of every ten mobile transactions worldwide, seven occur in Africa. The rapid spread of fintech, in which the Central Bank of Kenya played a key role, gave rise to the rapid development of the economic development and innovation. How It All…
Africa: FNB Named Africa’s Best SME Bank
First National Bank (FNB) has been named Africa’s Best SME Bank for 2026 at the Global Finance Awards, recognising its support for small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) across the continent. The award highlights FNB’s role in helping entrepreneurs access banking services, funding and business support. SMEs are widely regarded as the backbone of many…
When will the Iran war end? Here’s what Trump has said.
From virtually the start of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran in February, President Trump has insisted it is almost over. And he’s continued to give timelines ranging from a few days to a few weeks. Fifteen weeks later — three times longer than his initial four-to-five-week estimate — ending the war has proven elusive. The…
Women lead charge of IP, tech training ecosystem
Women made up the majority of South Africa’s public IP and tech transfer training regime. (Image source: 123RF) Some 3 100 intellectual property (IP) and technology transfer professionals have been trained over the past 15 years, with women accounting for more than 55% of participants. This is according to the National Intellectual Property Management Office…
Africa: ACI Africa Training Puts Tanzania At the Centre of Aviation Safety Drive
Dar es Salaam — Tanzania’s hosting of the Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) Inspection and Audit Training has drawn attention from aviation stakeholders, who see the event as a sign of the country’s growing role in advancing technical expertise and safety standards within Africa’s aviation industry. The five-day programme, being held in Dar es Salaam under…
Africa Prosecutors Association Inaugurates Permanent Headquarters in Morocco
The Africa Prosecutors Association has inaugurated its permanent headquarters in Rabat, Morocco, in a landmark move aimed at deepening cooperation among prosecution services across the African continent. The inauguration was presided over on June 10, 2026, by Kenya’s Director of Public Prosecutions and APA President Renson M. Ingonga, who described the development as a defining…
6 Best Platforms to Sell Walmart, Macy’s, and Nike Gift Cards for Cash in Nigeria (2026)
PARTNER CONTENT If you are wondering about where to sell your Walmart, Macy’s, or Nike gift cards for cash, your concerns are valid. Selling your gift cards for cash can really add some extra cool liquidity to your pocket. However, getting the right platform to do this is now more important than ever with the…
US inflation hits new three-year high amid energy price surge | Business and Economy News
Consumer inflation in the United States increased at the fastest pace in three years as surging oil prices amid tensions with Iran weigh on global energy markets before the US Federal Reserve’s policy meeting next week. Inflation rose by 0.5 percent in May compared with the prior month, following a 0.6 percent jump in April,…