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For the first time in history, Africa has taken the helm of the G20 — a milestone moment offering the continent a platform to reshape conversations about global economic governance. South Africa’s presidency arrives at a period of intense geopolitical volatility, mounting trade frictions, and a rapidly fragmenting multilateral order. As the first African nation…
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As record heat waves and worsening water scarcity strain the region, experts are warning that North Africa must rapidly diversify its energy mix to avoid deepening dependence on fossil fuels and economic vulnerability. Over the past two decades, electricity use across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) has tripled, increasing by more than 1,000…
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A new generation of Nigerian fintech startups is transforming how young people engage with the financial markets, democratizing access to investments once reserved for the wealthy elite. With sleek mobile apps and simplified digital onboarding, companies such as Trove Finance, Bamboo, Cowrywise, RiseVest, I-Invest, and PiggyVest are fueling a surge of retail investors — particularly…
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The 2025 Chinese‑English Singing Competition in Abuja offered more than a platform for musical talent, it was a live demonstration of cultural diplomacy in action. The event, which featured both Chinese and Nigerian contestants, deliberately emphasized inclusion of Nigerian indigenous languages in performances, signaling China’s growing interest in Nigeria’s music ecosystem as part of its…
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HYBE, the South Korean powerhouse behind BTS, NewJeans, and Seventeen, has once again proven that it’s not just a music label it’s a global entertainment machine. The company reported over half a billion USD in revenue for Q3 2025, marking a stunning 231% surge in concert income year-on-year. It’s a remarkable figure even by K-pop…
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In Lagos this week, the air feels charged not just with rhythm, but with remembrance. A new exhibition celebrating the life and influence of Fela Anikulapo Kuti has opened in Nigeria’s cultural capital, bringing together over 440 carefully curated items that trace the revolutionary musician’s journey from man to myth. Hosted in collaboration with the…
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Johnny Drille has released a brand-new single titled I’m Available, marking another chapter in his ongoing exploration of love, sincerity, and connection through sound. The song, which dropped on November 7, 2025, reaffirms his commitment to heartfelt storytelling the kind of soul-soft music that first endeared him to fans across Nigeria and beyond. Produced under…
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When Wizkid and Asake stepped onto the Red Bull Symphonic stage in Brooklyn, it wasn’t just another performance, it was a statement of how far Afrobeats has traveled and how seamlessly it continues to evolve. Performing their collaborative single “MMS”, the duo fused Lagos rhythm and Western orchestral sophistication in a night that felt like…
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In a music landscape dominated by loud trends and viral hooks, sometimes the quietest records say the most. The Canadian indie band fanclubwallet has released a new project that feels like a deep breath a tender exploration of illness, recovery, and the fragile strength that comes from surviving your own storm. Known for their bedroom-pop…
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The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has always been more than a shrine to guitar riffs and leather jackets. It’s a mirror reflecting how music, culture, and rebellion evolve over time. And this year’s inductees Outkast, The White Stripes, and Cyndi Lauper, among others prove one thing beyond debate: “rock” is no longer a…