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Africa’s Richest Man Aliko Dangote Unveils 20,000MW Power Plan to Boost Energy Supply

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SPE Nigeria Annual International Conference and Exhibition

Akpabio Rejects Oshiomhole’s Proposal to Suspend MTN, DSTV Licences

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Crest Africa: How Strategic Storytelling Is Helping African Companies Build Global Influence

Africa’s Digital Future Will Be Decided by Data Governance, Not Just Digital Adoption

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Africa’s Richest Man Aliko Dangote Unveils 20,000MW Power Plan to Boost Energy Supply

“Stop Asking Me When I’m Dropping New Music” — Davido Fires Back at Fans

Crest Africa: Remote Work and Global Talent Demand Continue to Reshape Africa’s Digital Workforce and Jobs in Africa

Uganda Coffee Exports Rise Slightly in March on Improved Harvest

Lagos Gridlock Fears Grow as FG Moves to Partially Shut Eko Bridge for Emergency Repairs

Top 10 African Countries With the Most Powerful Passports in 2026

Natural Rubber Prices Expected to Rise in 2026 as Demand Grows and Supply Stays Tight

SPE Nigeria Annual International Conference and Exhibition

Akpabio Rejects Oshiomhole’s Proposal to Suspend MTN, DSTV Licences

How a Stable Naira Is Quietly Fixing Nigeria’s Economy

Top 10 Most Profitable Nigerian Stocks in April 2026

Crest Africa: How Strategic Storytelling Is Helping African Companies Build Global Influence

Entrepreneurs News

Michelina Chindiya: Inspiring Strength, Confidence & Self-Love Through Fitness

Paul Olivier Ahoua: Building Intelligent Systems That Turn Conversations Into Growt

Co-Creating the Future: How Louis Awode is Aligning Grassroots Development with Global Sustainability Goals

Africa’s Next Global Brands Must Own Perception — By Oladotun Olakanmi

Abid Khouloud: AI‑Driven Mental Health Innovator Transforming Children’s Care

Roye Okupe: Turning African Legends into Global Stories Through Comics and Animation

Clarisse Iribagiza: The Rwandan Tech Pioneer Betting on Africa’s Deep Tech Future

Amr Abodraiaa: The Egyptian Tech Founder Reimagining Global Healthcare Through Digital Innovation

Business News

Woman of Impact

Precious Moloi-Motsepe: A Visionary Woman Transforming Africa Through Fashion, Philanthropy, and Leadership

Defying Violence and Building Peace: Hajer Sharief, A Symbol of Strength for African Women

Sahle-Work Zewde, Ethiopia’s First Female President and a Beacon for African Women

Yvonne Chaka Chaka: Africa’s Princess of Music, Empowerment, and Change

Ellen Johnson Sirleaf: The Iron Lady Who Redefined Leadership for African Women

CASTER SEMENYA: AFRICA’S ATHLETIC CHAMPION AND ADVOCATE FOR FAIRNESS

WENDY ACKERMANWENDY ACKERMAN: A SOUTH AFRICAN ICON OF IMPACT, COMPASSION, AND EMPOWERMENT

Dr Nkosazana Dlamini‑Zuma: A Woman of Wisdom, Purpose, and Unshakable Impact

Discover Africa News

The Lost Kingdoms of Africa: Rediscovering Civilizations Through Tattoos, Beads, and Griot Stories

Kalahari Desert, Botswana: Whispering Sands and Survival Stories in Africa

Benin’s Floating Canoe Villages: Discover Africa’s Unique Waterway Communities

Siwa Oasis, Egypt: Explore Hidden Temples and Forgotten Desert Histories

Accra, Ghana Travel Guide: Experience Modern Life with Deep Cultural Roots

Drakensberg Mountains Adventure: Peaks, Valleys, and African Legends

Seychelles Coral Reefs Travel Guide: Africa’s Underwater Wonderland

Ksar Draa: The Sahara’s Hidden Fortress

Lifestyle

Young Jonn Admits He’s “One-Dish Diner”—Monogamy Not On Menu While Career Gains Traction

Davido Opens Up on Struggle With Peace of Mind: Despite Success, Craves Quiet

Popular Fuji Singer, Saheed Osupa Admits Using ‘Juju’ For Success

Singers Simi and Adekunle Gold welcome their second child

I’m no longer interested in Grammy, Western validations’ – Davido

Funke Akindele’s ‘Behind the Scenes’ Sets New Nollywood Record in UK, Ireland, US and Canada

Anthony Joshua to relocate to Dubai from the UK

Why I’m not a single mum — Annie Idibia

Crest Africa Under 40

Mayowa Akande, CEO of Vazzel: The Engineer Turning Fashion Into a Smarter, Borderless Marketplace

Eliud Luutsa, Co-Founder and CEO of Innobid: The Visionary Redefining Procurement Transparency Across Africa

Michael Collins, Founder and CEO of MCO Penny Limited: The Strategist Transforming Nigeria’s Public Sector Finance

Philip Boye-Doku, Co-founder & CEO of PayBox Global: The Developer Who Decided Africa Deserved Better Financial Tools

Nzambi Matee, Founder & CEO of Gjenge Makers: Turning Nairobi’s Plastic Waste into Sustainable Building Materials

Femi Aluko, CEO of Chowdeck: An Engineer Rewriting Nigeria’s Food Delivery Story

Oluwatomi Ayorinde, CEO of Timon: Powering Africa’s Fintech Evolution from Local Access to Global Payments

Isaack Damian Buhiye: CEO of Firm 23 Transforming Tanzania’s Legal Landscape Through Innovation

Entertainment

“Stop Asking Me When I’m Dropping New Music” — Davido Fires Back at Fans

Rudeboy Questions Public Silence Over Justice Crack Treatment

“My wife doesn’t really cook, I enjoy cooking” — Singer Banky W opens up on marriage and IVF journey

My Father Does Not Believe I Am an Actor – Uzor Arukwe

Teni Makanaki Responds to Renewed Concern Over Drastic Weight Loss as Viral Images Spark Health Speculation

Ashmusy Freezes Her Eggs, Sparks Debate as Sarah Martins Issues Warning

“Knowing Your Worth Is Good; I Can’t Apologize For That” – Burna Boy’s Mother Bose Ogulu Defends Son Against Arrogance Accusations

“Why Modern Marriages Don’t Last” — Don Jazzy Sparks Debate With Unusual Theory

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Crest Africa: How Strategic Storytelling Is Helping African Companies Build Global Influence

Crest Africa: Why Data and Analytics Are Becoming the Backbone of Decision Making in African Businesses

Crest Africa: Why Digital Transformation Is No Longer Optional for African Businesses in 2026

Crest Africa: The Growing Influence of African Creators in the Global Digital Economy

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Careers

Crest Africa: Remote Work and Global Talent Demand Continue to Reshape Africa’s Digital Workforce and Jobs in Africa

Crest Africa: Shift Toward Profitability Redefines Startup Growth Strategy Across Africa’s Tech Ecosystem and the Future of Work

Crest Africa: Fintech Expansion in Africa Gains Momentum Amid Rising Regulation and Digital Payment Growth Creating New Career Opportunities

Crest Africa: AI Adoption Accelerates Across Nigeria’s Business Landscape as Enterprises Integrate Automation Tools and Redefine Skills in Demand

Crest Africa: Why Global Employers Are Targeting African Talent in 2026 and How to Position Yourself for Remote Career Growth

Crest Africa: How to Position Yourself for Remote Opportunities as Global Companies Build African Operations in 2026

Crest Africa: Nigeria’s Open Banking Push Is Creating a New Wave of Career Opportunities Across Digital Finance and Fintech in West Africa

Crest Africa: How AI-Powered Hiring Tools Are Reshaping Africa’s Recruitment Landscape and What Skills You Need to Stay Competitive in 2026

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Markets

How a Stable Naira Is Quietly Fixing Nigeria’s Economy

Naira Breaks 3-Year “April Curse,” Gains Strength Against Dollar in Surprise Turnaround

NGX ETF Market Slides in April 2026 as Broad-Based Losses Hit Nigerian Funds

Nigeria Targets N700 Billion Liquidity Mop-Up as Central Bank of Nigeria Opens First May 2026 T-Bills Auction

Brent Crude Surges Past $126 as Trump Weighs Fresh Military Strikes on Iran

Dangote Refinery Increases Petrol Price Amid Global Market Pressures

Nigeria’s Stock Market Hits Record Investor Participation in Q1 2026 as NGX Activity Surges to Historic Highs

Naira Weakens to N1,369/$ as External Reserves Drop $731 Million

Technology News

Opinion Piece (Thought Leadership)

Africa’s Digital Future Will Be Decided by Data Governance, Not Just Digital Adoption

Written by Samiat Akande, Data Protection Specialist & Advocate for Digital Equity Africa’s digital transformation is often framed through the lens of access smartphones...

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Crest Africa: The Growing Influence of African Creators in the Global Digital Economy

IoT West Africa 2026 Concludes in Lagos with Strong Focus on Africa’s Digital Infrastructure Future

Crest Africa: How Nigerian Fintech Companies Are Redefining Digital Banking in Africa

Crest Africa: How AI Agents Are Transforming Business Operations Across Africa in 2026

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