African Media Delegation Explores India’s Growth and Innovation Firsthand

African Media Delegation Explores India’s Growth and Innovation Firsthand

India hosted over 20 journalists from 10 North and West African nations for a week-long familiarization tour, offering firsthand exposure to its development journey and deepening Africa-India cooperation. The visit organized by the Ministry of External Affairs was part of India’s broader outreach strategy to build deeper ties with Africa through diplomacy, development, and media….

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African Media Delegation Explores India’s Growth and Innovation Firsthand

Africa: At EU Parliament, Kalu Advocates for Near-Shoring to Boost Africa’s Economic Growth,

…Urges More Investments Nigeria’s Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has proposed the concept of “near-shoring” as a solution to boost Africa’s economic growth and reduce migration. Near-shoring involves taking technology and industrialization closer to raw materials in Africa, creating value-added products and jobs for African youths. Speaking during…

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A Key Driver of Brand Growth

A Key Driver of Brand Growth

Consumer attention is one of the most precious commodities on the internet, and the battle for views and engagement is becoming fiercer. For brands to stand out, they need short, engaging content that delivers key messages quickly—before the next viral trend takes over. Short-form content, from TikTok videos and Instagram Reels to bite-sized social media posts…

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African Media Delegation Explores India’s Growth and Innovation Firsthand

Africa: President Boakai Champions Regional Economic Integration and Growth At West Africa Economic Summit

Abuja, Nigeria — President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., today delivered a compelling address at the inaugural West Africa Economic Summit (WAES), reaffirming Liberia’s unwavering commitment to regional economic integration, sustainable development, and peace across the sub-region. Addressing the Summit’s High-Level Panel at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, President Boakai praised the leadership of…

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DStv Stream sees soaring growth as MultiChoice shifts focus

DStv Stream sees soaring growth as MultiChoice shifts focus

While DStv’s traditional satellite business faced challenges last year, its streaming-only subscriptions have shown exceptional growth, with DStv Stream revenues increasing by 48% between the 2024 and 2025 financial years. Read: iPadOS 26 unleashes Mac-like productivity Originally launched as DStv Now in 2014, the service was initially exclusive to satellite subscribers. In 2020, MultiChoice introduced…

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African Media Delegation Explores India’s Growth and Innovation Firsthand

Africa: UK to Empower Women, Drive Economic Growth Across Africa

The British Deputy High Commissioner, Mr. Jonny Baxter, reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to supporting inclusive economic growth and sustainable development across the country. He made this statement at the second edition of W.O.M.A.N by Alitheia, a high-level forum for Women in Manufacturing, Agribusiness, and Nutrition and key stakeholders, hosted by Alitheia Capital, a pioneer in…

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African Media Delegation Explores India’s Growth and Innovation Firsthand

Africa: Two New World Bank Reports Offer Roadmap for Sierra Leone’s Sustainable Growth Amid Climate Threats

Freetown — The World Bank today launched the Sierra Leone Country Economic Memorandum (CEM) and the Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR), two core analytical reports that provide essential insights into the country’s economic and climate challenges, offering strategic pathways for sustainable growth and resiliencee. “These reports provide a comprehensive roadmap for addressing the economic…

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Showmax subscriber growth soars after relaunch

Showmax subscriber growth soars after relaunch

MultiChoice reports a significant 44% increase in Showmax subscribers just over a year after the video streaming service’s relaunch, despite its withdrawal from countries outside Africa. Read: Bandwidth Blog & Smile 90.4FM Tech Tuesday: Physics turning lead into gold! Showmax 2.0, a joint venture between MultiChoice (70% share) and Comcast’s NBCUniversal (30%), rolled out in…

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