China has deployed two of its most advanced naval warships for their first-ever combat exercises, marking a significant show of military capability and intent. The drills involve the Type 055 destroyers, widely regarded as among the most powerful surface combat ships in the world. These vessels are part of the People’s Liberation Army Navy and…

Europe’s largest economy, Germany, is grappling with a deepening labour crisis and is increasingly looking to India to help fill the gap. The country is currently facing a massive shortage of skilled workers, driven largely by an ageing population and declining birth rates. As older workers retire in large numbers, there simply aren’t enough younger…

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has announced an ambitious $20 billion semiconductor project dubbed “TeraFab,” aimed at transforming how advanced chips are built. The initiative is designed to bring chip design, memory production, and processor packaging all under one roof, a move that could significantly streamline the manufacturing process for next-generation AI hardware. TeraFab is expected…

Plans for one of Africa’s most ambitious energy projects the Inga 3 Hydropower Project are back in motion as the Democratic Republic of the Congo and South Africa revive talks around the long-delayed $10 billion development. The project, part of the wider Grand Inga scheme on the Congo River, has been under discussion for years…

The Lagos State Government has taken legal action against Allen Onyema, CEO of Air Peace, over an alleged ₦94 million tax liability. According to reports, Lagos authorities claim that Onyema failed to fully remit personal income taxes tied to earnings and financial activities within the state. The government is now seeking to recover the outstanding…

Prominent Tunisian activist Saadia Mosbah has been sentenced to eight years in prison on charges of money laundering and illicit enrichment, in a case that is drawing strong international reaction. Mosbah, 66, is the founder and head of the anti-racism organization Mnemty and has long been a leading voice defending Black Tunisians and sub-Saharan migrants.…

Legendary actor and martial artist Chuck Norris has passed away at the age of 86, marking the end of an era for action cinema and martial arts culture worldwide. According to a statement released by his family, Norris died on March 19, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. His passing has since been confirmed by multiple…

Shares of Figma have taken a sharp hit, falling roughly 12% in just two days, after Google introduced a new AI-powered design concept dubbed “vibe design.” Google unveiled updates to its AI tool Stitch, positioning it as a next-generation design platform that allows users to: Generate full UI designs using prompts Use voice commands to…

Global beverage brand Ovaltine has announced plans to invest €24 million in building what is set to become one of Africa’s most advanced manufacturing plants in Lagos. The new facility will focus on producing Ovaltine’s popular malt-based drinks, targeting both the Nigerian market and wider distribution across West Africa. The investment underscores growing confidence in…