From large-scale phishing attacks to data leaks caused by outdated digital infrastructure, the threat landscape in several African countries intensified significantly, with millions of online accounts compromised and a sharp rise in cybersecurity breaches. African countries experienced a notable rise in cybersecurity breaches in January 2025, compromising millions of online accounts. Common attack methods include…
South Africa’s government has assured that its HIV/AIDS treatment program remains fully funded for the current financial year, despite the recent withdrawal of U.S. support. South Africa’s government confirmed full funding for its HIV/AIDS treatment program despite U.S. support withdrawal. The country remains committed to ensuring uninterrupted medication access for patients, serving 7.7 million individuals…
The Trump administration has announced it will freeze all health funding to Zambia due to unchecked and widespread corruption recently observed in the nation’s health sector. The Trump administration declared a freeze in health funding to Zambia due to corruption in the health sector. An investigation revealed systematic theft of donated medical supplies, leading to…
A low Consumer Price Index change ordinarily indicates that prices are either growing slowly, remaining stable, or even declining somewhat, which is typically good news for any given economy, especially for African countries suffering high levels of inflation. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the lowest cost of goods and services…
If all things work according to plan, the Trump administration has arranged plans to welcome the first set of white refugee farmers from South Africa next week. The Trump administration plans to welcome a group of white South African farmers classified as refugees next week. This initiative follows controversies surrounding South Africa’s land reform laws,…
Not all economy class cabins are created equal. From luxurious legroom to gourmet meals, these airlines prove that flying in coach can still be a premium experience. Top airlines are improving their economy class with enhanced comfort and services. Singapore Airlines provides ergonomic seats, personalized meal options, and iconic cabin service. Economy class experiences now…
In a historic first, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, an American-Peruvian cleric, was elected the 267th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church. The announcement was made today in the Vatican following the conclusion of the conclave. He will be called Pope Leo XIV, making him the first American to hold this papal office. Cardinal Robert Francis…
Ghana has marked a major step in its efforts to revitalise domestic fuel production with the arrival of its first shipment of Angolan crude oil. Ghana received its first shipment of Angolan crude oil, marking a significant step in revitalizing domestic fuel production. Operational challenges at Sentuo were previously attributed to financial and political constraints,…
Mali owes over $94 million to the agency managing a key hydroelectric dam that also supplies power to Senegal and Mauritania. The funding shortfall threatens the continued operation of the dam, raising fears of worsening power outages in Mali. As of 2021, only 53% of Malians had access to electricity, according to the World Bank.…
