President Donald Trump on Saturday said on Truth Social that he had offered the job of White House press secretary to Dana White, the CEO and president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. “I am pleased to announce that the Great Dana White, a violent Fighter and Warrior, has been offered the job of Press Secretary…
Former Senegalese President Macky Sall announced on Saturday, October 17, 2026, his withdrawal of his candidacy for the post of Secretary-General of the United Nations. In a statement released from Marrakech, the former head of state said he wants to promote an international consensus. This announcement follows the vote held on October 16, 2026, at…
Company GM Tony Shi details Vivo’s local strategy, operating in a highly competitive market and the role of memory costs in rolling out its foldables locally. Chinese smartphone vendor Vivo wants to be listed among the top three smartphone brands in South Africa, targeting a sweet spot position in an extremely competitive market. Tony Shi,…
A legal expert has challenged arguments that the United Kingdom’s present government cannot be held responsible for wrongdoing committed during the colonial era, saying changes in political leadership do not change the identity of the state under international law. Dr. Asikia Karibi-Whyte, a jurisprudence and international law expert, made the argument during a panel discussion…
Nigeria’s extensive coastline, inland waterways and rich cultural heritage provide a strong foundation for the development of a world-class aqua tourism industry. To this end, Chairman Bras Marine & Yacht Services, Prince Yomi Sonuga, has been championing the call to make Nigeria an aqua-tourism destination through greater investment in boating safety, modern marine infrastructure, navigation…
South Africa and Kenya have rejected the notion that Africa is merely a spectator in a rapidly changing global order, with Presidents Cyril Ramaphosa and William Ruto asserting that the continent is increasingly shaping global debates on governance, finance, development and peace. Responding to questions from journalists at a media briefing following their bilateral talks…
SpaceX, which is getting set to publicly disclose its IPO prospectus, has picked Goldman Sachs to lead what’s likely to be a record offering, according to people familiar with the matter. Goldman will have the lead left position on the prospectus, followed by Morgan Stanley, and then Bank of America, Citigroup and JPMorgan Chase, said…
At today’s Ministerial Meeting on the Reform of the UN Security Council, held on the margins of the Africa-France Summit in Nairobi, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, reaffirmed Africa’s united & principled position on UN Security Council reform. The Chairperson underscored that “Africa is not asking for a favour;…
Dar es Salaam — IN a world where political shocks often unsettle markets and deter investment, Tanzania offers a compelling story of resilience and recovery. East Africa’s most peaceful nation extends a confident invitation to the international community, anchored in the strength of its economy, the richness of its natural assets and the breadth of…
Addis Ababa — – Ethiopia is translating long-held development ambitions into concrete achievements, reinforcing its role as a regional powerhouse and positioning itself as Africa’s leading renewable energy hub, according to the Government Communication Service (GCS). In a statement released today, GCS highlighted the inauguration of major development projects under the leadership of Prime Minister…
