Australian Researchers Turn Farm Waste into Durable Products with On-Farm Recycling Machine
A team of researchers from La Trobe University in Bendigo has developed a groundbreaking solution to one of agriculture’s most persistent waste challenges, synthetic bale twine. The strong plastic cord used to bind hay and crops has long been destined…
Global Child Labour Drops to 138 Million, but Pace Too Slow to Meet 2025 Target — UN, ILO Warn
A new joint report by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has revealed that nearly 138 million children worldwide were still engaged in child labour in 2024 — including 54 million involved in…
Africa Launches Its Own Credit Rating Agency to Counter Global Bias
African economies have concluded on how they would be assessed on the global stage. This time, it would be through a new African-led credit rating agency which is set to begin operations by the end of September. According to a Bloomberg report, the…
“Tinubu May Lose 2027 Like Jonathan Did in 2015” – Senator Ndume Warns
A Nigerian Senator, Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, has cast doubt over President Bola Tinubu’s chances of winning the 2027 presidential election, warning that elite endorsements may not translate into electoral victory. Speaking during an interview…
Prince William to Champion Ocean Protection at Monaco Summit
Prince William will travel to Monaco this weekend to deliver a major speech urging global collaboration to protect the world’s oceans, as part of activities marking World Oceans Day. The Prince of Wales will address delegates at the Blue Economy and…
Nigeria Embraces Partnership to Empower 20 Million Youths
Nigeria is making plans to equip over 20 million young people with digital skills and entrepreneurship training by 2030, marking a major push to transition them from learning to earning. This ambitious drive comes through the Generation Unlimited Nigeria…
KPMG Urges Nigerian Banks to Embrace Blockchain
Despite a surge in crypto adoption among Nigerians, most banks in the country remain on the sidelines. But global consultancy firm KPMG believes the wait-and-see approach may soon cost them. In a newly released report, developed in partnership with…
Bill Gates Pledges Majority of $200bn Fortune to Health and Education in Africa
Tech billionaire and philanthropist Bill Gates has revealed that the bulk of his estimated $200 billion fortune will be spent on improving healthcare and education systems across Africa over the next two decades. Speaking at the African Union…
France to Ban Smoking in Children-Frequented Public Areas from July 2025
France has upped its fight against tobacco by banning smoking in outdoor public spaces where children are likely to be present, starting July 1, 2025. The new regulation will prohibit smoking at beaches, parks, school entrances, bus stops, and sports…
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o: The Kenyan Literary Giant Who Gave Africa Its Voice
The end of an era. Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, the towering Kenyan novelist, essayist, playwright, and unapologetic crusader for African identity, has died at the age of 87. His daughter, Wanjiku wa Ngugi, broke the news in a heartfelt Facebook post on Wednesday,…