South Africa’s Kutlwano Letlhaku, Mfundo Vilakazi and Asekho Tiwani by Staff Reporter Wednesday Apr 23, 2025. 15:00 With the South Africa Under-20 team set to depart for Egypt on Wednesday, April 23, we look at three players who could be key to Amajita’s trophy challenge at the 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations.Raymond Mdaka’s side will kick off their Group A campaign against host nation Egypt on Sunday, April 27 before taking on Tanzania, Sierra Leone and Zambia in the two weeks to follow.Asekho TiwaniThe 19-year-old left-back is the captain of the team and will join them in Egypt after…
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Leadership Lessons for Africa’s Ruling ElitesMy search for African inspiration has landed me in Nigeria, where the visionary Aliko Dangote has established Africa’s largest oil refinery, an impressive $20 billion investment. The refinery is now operating at over 85% capacity in crude oil distillation. In 2023, the IMF doubted it would surpass a third of its 650,000-barrel-per-day capacity by 2025, yet it is already proving otherwise. At some point, Dangote considered buying the North London Football Club, Arsenal—a top-tier English team competing in the Premier League—for $2 billion, but instead, he chose to channel that money into this massive, transformative…
@shameelahhicks Wunmi Mosaku is officially one to watch—not just on screen, but on the red carpet, too. The Sinners star has been making serious style waves while promoting the Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan blockbuster, and her recent press looks are proof that she’s stepping into full fashion-girl territory. Since kicking off her press tour in late March, Mosaku has delivered over ten standout looks, each one more head-turning than the last. With the help of her stylist Shameelah Hicks Senat, she’s leaned into sculptural shapes, fluid tailoring, and bold colour stories, balancing elegance with edge in a way…
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but the adventure doesn’t end at the summit. Beyond the breathtaking views and the physical challenge of reaching the peak, there’s a rich cultural, historical, and ecological tapestry surrounding this majestic mountain. The journey through Kilimanjaro’s diverse landscapes offers more than just a climb; it’s an opportunity to connect with Tanzania’s deep heritage, its vibrant people, and the unique wildlife that inhabits the lower slopes. In this blog post, we’ll explore the culture, history, and wildlife of Kilimanjaro, providing a deeper understanding of the mountain that goes beyond the summit. The Rich Culture…
The Venice Biennale is a study of global politics in miniature. While most nations exhibit in the shared complex of former shipyards, the Arsenale, a privileged few maintain permanent standalone buildings in the Giardini, the event’s historic heart since 1895. This leafy enclave is dotted with 29 national pavilions: European countries dominate, compared with just three from South America, two from Asia, and a solitary African representative, alongside the US, Canada, Australia, Russia and Israel (with Qatar soon set to join the fold). If the Biennale is, as often described, the Olympics of the cultural world, this arrangement makes it…
You’re reading an excerpt from the WorldView newsletter. Sign up to get the rest, including news from around the globe and interesting ideas and opinions to know, sent to your inbox on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.The term “globalist” is mostly invoked in the pejorative. The West’s right-wing nationalists, in particular, have for years laid the failures and ills of their societies at the feet of “globalists” — conjuring a caricature of well-heeled, jet-setting elites who pursue multinational capital and cosmopolitan schemes supposedly at the expense of their countrymen. The anti-globalist mission is at the heart of President Donald Trump’s second…
In SummaryAfrica’s wealth management market is projected to reach US$843.61 billion in assets under management by the end of 2025.Africa’s GDP is expected to grow, with some nations potentially exceeding 5% growth in renewable energy, technology, and financial services.Assets under management in Africa’s wealth management market are projected to reach US$843.61 billion in 2025. Financial Advisory is expected to dominate the wealth management market with a projected volume of US$798.88 billion. Deep dive!!Africa’s investment landscape in 2025 showcases a dynamic blend of established institutions and emerging firms, reflecting the continent’s economic growth and diversification. In 2025, Africa’s wealth management market is projected…
The context Echoes of War has a strong political message and tackles themes of social justice and bad governance. It was written and directed by former Kakamega senator Cleophas Malala. The play was disqualified at the regional drama festival level under unclear circumstances. A former student challenged the decision in court, and the high court ordered its reinstatement. This sparked national interest, especially online, as clips seemingly from the play, began circulating widely. The play was due to be performed on 10 April 2025. But on 9 April, police blocked Malala from entering the school. Journalists covering the scene were…
Ghanaian authorities have failed to protect the human rights of hundreds of women accused of witchcraft, Amnesty International has warned. Attacks by their accusers are forcing them to flee their communities in fear for their lives, taking shelter in camps with rudimentary facilities. Issued on: 20/04/2025 – 15:59 4 min The human rights NGO interviewed 93 people who had been accused of witchcraft living in four camps in northern Ghana over the last two years – 82 of them women, most aged 50 to 90.The resulting report, entitled Branded for Life, details how those sheltering in these camps, run by traditional priests,…
Imagine you are an African woman, preparing a delicious supper for your husband. You pour your heart and effort into every dish. Then you call him to enjoy the meal. But he only tastes a small portion, a nibble here and there. After that he gets up, walks into the kitchen and starts preparing more food. How would you feel? Chances are, you’d feel incompetent; as though you didn’t do enough. And this is regrettably how many of us approach Jesus’ finished work: like it needs more, our own contribution. In the same way that the husband shows he doesn’t…