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Experts Urge Fintech Sector to Shift Toward Institutional Stability and Better Governance
Financial experts at the Africa Technology Expo argue that fintechs must move beyond their startup roots and adopt institutional-grade governance to secure long-term investment.
Central African Republic announces cholera epidemic following 24 fatalities
The Central African Republic reports a cholera outbreak with 24 fatalities and 197 cases confirmed in districts near Bangui.
African Nations Advancing to the 2026 World Cup Knockout Stage
Six African teams have successfully advanced to the 2026 World Cup Round of 32, with Ghana and Cape Verde being the most recent to qualify.
IATA Executive Highlights Barriers to African Aviation Growth
IATA executive Kamil Al-Awadhi warns that ignored bilateral agreements, excessive taxes, and poor policy coordination are severely limiting the growth of the African aviation industry.
Wakanow CEO Attributes High African Airfares to Structural Hurdles
Wakanow CEO Bayo Adedeji explains that structural barriers like taxes and lack of regional integration, rather than airline greed, make African air travel expensive.
PwC Report Highlights Resilient Growth Trends Among African Family Enterprises
PwC's 2025 survey reveals that African family businesses are outperforming global sales averages by prioritizing technology, reputation, and disciplined growth strategies.
AFNIS 2026: President Tinubu Calls for Unified African Strategy to Maximize Mineral Wealth
President Bola Tinubu urges African nations to unite, cease raw mineral exports, and prioritize local processing and industrialization to boost the continent's economic future.
Egypt Becomes Fourth African Nation to Secure Victory at 2026 World Cup
Egypt defeated New Zealand 3-1, becoming the fourth African nation to win a match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.