South Africa’s exit from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list in October 2025 marked a pivotal moment for the country’s financial services sector. Originally added due to weaknesses in its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) framework, South Africa’s removal recognised substantial progress in strengthening its regulatory regime and fulfilling the commitments outlined…
The Tunisian docudrama The Voice of Hind Rajab, which generated strong pre-ceremony buzz, ultimately failed to secure the award for the continent. The weekend was all about the 98th Academy Awards, which took place on Sunday at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood to honour the best films released in 2025. For the 21st consecutive year,…
Find out which films and stars have won the famous golden statuettes at the ceremony in Los Angeles.
These are the key developments from day 1,459 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Listen to this article | 5 mins info Published On 22 Feb 202622 Feb 2026 Click here to share on social media share2 Share Here is where things stand on Sunday, February 22: Fighting A Russian drone attack on Ukraine’s northeastern Sumy region killed…
These are the key developments from day 1,449 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Listen to this article | 6 mins info Published On 12 Feb 202612 Feb 2026 Click here to share on social media share2 Share Here is where things stand on Thursday, February 12: Fighting Ukraine’s capital Kyiv came under Russian missile attack early on…
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas says the move is a response to Tehran’s deadly crackdown on protesters.
Here is where things stand on Monday, January 25: Fighting More than 1,300 apartment buildings in the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, were still without heating following Russia’s missile and drone attacks on Saturday, according to Mayor Vitalii Klitschko. Over the past week alone, Russia launched more than 1,700 attack drones, at least 1,380 guided aerial bombs,…
These are the key developments from day 1,430 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Published On 23 Jan 202623 Jan 2026 Click here to share on social media share2 Share Here is where things stand on Saturday, January 24: Fighting Four people were killed and five were injured in Russian attacks on Cherkasy, in an area…
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON came to a thrilling conclusion, with Senegal crowned champions and the standout performers recognized in the individual awards. The tournament had everything — drama, controversy, record-breaking goals, and unforgettable individual displays. As the dust settles, fans across the continent are celebrating the best performers of the competition. Champions…
These are the key developments from day 1,425 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Published On 18 Jan 202618 Jan 2026 Click here to share on social media share2 Share Here is where things stand on Monday, January 19: Fighting Russian attacks killed three people, including a 20-year-old woman, and injured 11 others in Ukraine’s Kharkiv…
