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Ijebu-Jesa is truly blessed with many individuals who have given so much to the world in terms of creative and visual arts. Even today, the ancient town still boasts of …

Africa: All of Africa Today - February 26, 2026

26 February 2026

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East Africa: The New Scramble for Horn of Africa - Global Powers' Expanding Footprint - Ethiopia's Maritime Ambition

26 February 2026

[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU), convened in Addis Abeba from 11 to 15 February 2026, occurred at a moment when the continent's developmental aspirations were in direct collision with a fracturing global order. While the summit's official theme, 'Water as a Vital Resource for Life, Development, and Sustainability,' sought to prioritize the 'Africa Water Vision 2063,' the proceedings were profoundly overshadowed by the agenda of [...]

Zimbabwe: Govt Lithium Export Ban Sparks Hope for Value Addition

26 February 2026

[263Chat] Government's decision to ban the export of raw minerals including lithium concentrate has been welcomed by industry groups as a major step towards boosting local manufacturing and maximising returns from the country's natural resources. [...]

Nigeria: Nigeria Secures $100 Million From European Bank to Finance Project Bridge

26 February 2026

[Premium Times] The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, confirmed the investment grants in a statement on Wednesday. [...]

Uganda: Foot &amp; Mouth Disease Outbreak Shuts Ntungamo Livestock Markets

26 February 2026

[Nile Post] Ntungamo District is grappling with a rapidly spreading outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) that has paralyzed livestock markets, disrupted revenue collection, and highlighted tensions between veterinary authorities and farmers resisting vaccination. [...]

South Africa: 80% of Joburg Trading Permits Uncollected - South African News Briefs - February 26, 2026

26 February 2026

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Nigeria: Oil Theft - Tantita Donates Command &amp; Control Centre to NSCDC, Says 15 Personnel Killed

26 February 2026

[Vanguard] ABUJA -- No fewer than 15 personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps NSCDC have lost their lives over the years while fighting oil theft in the Niger Delta. [...]

Nigeria: Zamfara Govt Reinstates 650 Verified Local Govt Staff

26 February 2026

[Vanguard] The Zamfara State Government has approved the reinstatement of 650 verified staff across its Local Government Areas, with immediate effect on salary payments. [...]

Kenya: Pesalink and Papss Unlock Cross-Border Payments in Local Currencies in Kenya

26 February 2026

[Afreximbank] Instant 24/7 bank-to-bank transfers across African borders in local currencies Simpler cross-border payments for individuals, businesses, and SMEs 80 plus Pesalink network participants now linked to 160 plus PAPSS participating banks [...]

North Africa: Firm Taps Biometric Tech to Boost Healthcare Access in N. Africa

26 February 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- A humanitarian initiative in northern Mauritania is leveraging biometric technology to improve healthcare access for thousands of patients without official documentation. [...]

South Africa: Does SA's Foot-and-Mouth Disease Strategy Have the Endurance It Requires?

26 February 2026

[Daily Maverick] Foot-and-mouth disease does not spread because paperwork fails. It spreads because immunity gaps open. And immunity gaps open when timing slips. [...]

East Africa: Addressing Non-Tariff Barriers Key to Accelerating Intra-EAC Trade - Experts

26 February 2026

[New Times] East Africa's private sector has issued a call for action, warning that the region risks missing its integration targets unless governments move decisively from policy reform to implementation. [...]

Sudan: Minister of Industry and Trade Announces Large Number of Factories in Khartoum Entering Production

26 February 2026

[SNA] Khartoum -- Minister of Industry and Trade, Mahasin Ali Yagoub, announced that a large number of factories in Khartoum State have entered the production phase, noting that the remaining factories are expected to commence operations in the near future. She confirmed that electricity supply issues are on the verge of being resolved. [...]

Zimbabwe: Retail Giant OK Zimbabwe Enters Corporate Rescue

26 February 2026

[263Chat] Retail chain OK Zimbabwe has been placed under corporate rescue with effect from 24 February 2026 after suppliers stopped extending credit pushing the company into financial distress. [...]

South Africa: Eskom Notes Sibanye Stillwater High Court Judgement

26 February 2026

[SAnews.gov.za] Eskom is studying the high court judgement brought by Sibanye Stillwater and others, setting aside the power utility's refusal of Sibanye's wayleave application to develop a 50MW behind the meter Photovoltaic (PV) power plant to supply electricity to Sibanye's Kloof Mine. [...]

South Africa: Budget 2026 Balances Redistribution and Fiscal Responsibility - Masondo

26 February 2026

[SAnews.gov.za] Deputy Finance Minister, Dr David Masondo, says the 2026 Budget is redistributive while balancing the need for fiscal discipline. [...]

South Africa: Budget Restores SA's Credibility

26 February 2026

[SAnews.gov.za] The key economic milestones reflected in the 2026 Budget indicate that government's implementation of structural reforms to support economic recovery has strengthened the country's global standing. [...]

Africa: Africa Infrastructure Financing Facility Launched to Strengthen Continental Financial Sovereignty

26 February 2026

[Afreximbank] African Heads of State and Government on February 14, 2025, formally launched the Africa Infrastructure Financing Facility (AIFF), a coordinated, Africa-led platform designed to accelerate the preparation and facilitation of financing for priority cross-border infrastructure projects aligned with Agenda 2063. [...]

Namibia: Decision On Omaheke Uranium Mining Will Be Based On Science - Government

26 February 2026

[Namibian] The ministry of environment has said it will make its decision on the proposed uranium mining project in the Omaheke region based on science, not political considerations. [...]

Zimbabwe: Govt Reviews Business Fees and SME Laws to Boost Informal Sector

26 February 2026

[263Chat] The Zimbabwean government is reviewing business fees and modernising the legal framework for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) as part of efforts to strengthen the sector and encourage formalisation, Minister Monica Mutsvangwa has said. [...]

South Africa: Blind to the Burden - Why the 2026 Budget Fails 5 Million South Africans

26 February 2026

[Health-e] The 2026 budget speech delivered by finance minister Enoch Godongwana appears disconnected from the scientific and clinical evidence emerging daily from public health facilities. [...]

Tanzania: Bold Tax Reforms Key to One Trillion-Dollar Economy Dream

26 February 2026

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA'S ambition to become a one-trillion-dollar economy by 2050 will require bold fiscal reforms, stronger domestic revenue mobilisation and a more inclusive tax administration system. [...]

Malawi: Solar Power Is Taking Off in Malawi - but Poor Households Need Financial Help to Make It Work for Them

26 February 2026

[The Conversation Africa] Access to electricity is widely seen as a cornerstone of sustainable development. It improves quality of life, enables household income generation, and raises living standards. Despite this, 760 million people around the world live without it. [...]

Ghana: Finance Remains Key Challenge Confronting Cashew Farmers - Cashew Watch Ghana

26 February 2026

[Ghanaian Times] Cashew farmers in the Bono Region have received training in financial management to enhance their access to credit, improve productivity, and boost their livelihoods. [...]

Nigeria: Petrol Price Drops to ₦1,034.76 in January Amid Sustained Decline

26 February 2026

[Vanguard] Nigeria's average retail price for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) fell to ₦1,034.76 in January 2026, continuing a downward trend that has seen consumers pay less for petrol both year-on-year (YoY) and month-on-month (MoM). [...]

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,464

27 February 2026

These are the key developments from day 1,464 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. [...]

LIVE: Kabul bombed as Pakistan declares ‘open war’ on Afghanistan

27 February 2026

Pakistani and Afghan officials have both declared full military operations as border clashes intensify. [...]

Pakistan says ‘patience has run out’ as it bombs Taliban across Afghanistan

27 February 2026

Al Jazeera's correspondent in Kabul reports explosions and anti-aircraft fire as Pakistan bombs the capital city. [...]

US tax agency broke privacy law ‘approximately 42,695 times’, judge says

27 February 2026

Federal judge rules that the Internal Revenue Service violated its code by giving immigration agency confidential data. [...]

Cuba says speedboat attackers from Florida planned to destabilise country

26 February 2026

Associates of one of the passengers killed in the alleged raid attempt said he sought to overthrow Cuba's government. [...]

Why are many Western leaders visiting China?

26 February 2026

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is in Beijing, saying he wants to reset ties. [...]

Ecuador hikes tariffs on Colombian imports to 50 percent starting March 1

26 February 2026

The new announcement from Quito follows an initial 30 percent tariff imposed by the Andean nation in early February. [...]

Israeli attacks on Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley kill Syrian teenager

26 February 2026

One killed and 29 others wounded in latest Israeli attack in violation of ceasefire. [...]

Family of UN rapporteur Albanese sues Trump administration over sanctions

26 February 2026

Albanese, a supporter of Palestinian rights, has faced US sanctions since July over her criticism of Israel. [...]

Columbia University says US immigration agents lied to detain student

26 February 2026

Administrators say agents 'made misrepresentations', claimed missing person search to detain woman at school building. [...]

Iranian foreign minister says US, Iran moving closer to deal

26 February 2026

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the US and Iran have moved closer to reaching an agreement. [...]

Columbia University students protest ICE arrest at university housing

26 February 2026

Protesters gathered at Columbia University after Department of Homeland Security agents detained a student on campus. [...]

US-Iran talks conclude with claims of progress but few details

26 February 2026

Technical discussions to continue in Vienna, but unclear whether differences can be resolved to avoid war. [...]

US government asks Supreme Court to allow deportation of Syrian migrants

26 February 2026

Trump has pushed to strip migrants of Temporary Protected Status, arguing that their countries are no longer unsafe. [...]

Kenyan man charged with duping people to fight for Russia in Ukraine war

26 February 2026

Kenya's director of public prosecutions office says Festus Omwamba is accused of human trafficking. [...]

After State of the Union, Trump’s agenda faces new political reality

26 February 2026

US president strikes triumphant tone in speech but faces legal setbacks and hurdles in Congress as midterms approach. [...]

Journalists demand Israel end Gaza entry ban

26 February 2026

The Foreign Press Association of Israel and the Palestinian Territories is demanding Israel let journalists into Gaza. [...]

How US economic warfare pushed Cuba to humanitarian collapse

26 February 2026

The US has eased its fuel embargo on Cuba, after sanctions helped pushed the country to what the UN calls “humanitarian [...]

International doctors forced to leave Gaza over Israeli demands

26 February 2026

Seventeen aid groups have petitioned Israel’s Supreme Court after the government moved to ban 37 NGOs in Gaza. [...]

Hillary Clinton calls for Trump to testify at US House Epstein hearing

26 February 2026

The former secretary of state accused the Republican-led panel of seeking to protect political allies in probe. [...]

India and Israel pledge to boost cooperation on trade, defence

26 February 2026

Narendra Modi's visit to Israel has drawn criticism at home amid tensions over Israel's genocidal war on Gaza. [...]

Blood tech: UK’s use of Israeli spyware that helps underpin a genocide

26 February 2026

Despite its public objections to Israel's actions, the UK is buying spyware developed and tested on Palestinians. [...]

Afghanistan launches attacks against Pakistan, draws ‘immediate response’

26 February 2026

Afghanistan says 'large-scale offensive operations' launched; Pakistan reports inflicting 'heavy casualties' in clashes. [...]

India beat Zimbabwe by 72 runs to chase T20 World Cup semifinal spot

26 February 2026

India knocked out a defiant Zimbabwe in a high-scoring match in Chennai to keep alive their chances of making the semis. [...]

Trump U-turn: Is Venezuelan oil really available to Cuba again?

26 February 2026

The US says it will licence entities to sell the oil to Cuba except those linked to the Cuban government and military. [...]

Oxford Street pedestrianisation plans approved

26 February 2026

City Hall hopes to stop traffic from using the street by September. [...]

Murder accused 'traumatised' by deaf woman's death

26 February 2026

A man with the nickname Nasty denies killing a deaf woman he pushed out of a car after a night out. [...]

Oasis fan death prompts Wembley safety review

26 February 2026

Lee Claydon from Bournemouth fell from an upper level at the stadium during an Oasis concert. [...]

Call reporting murder marked as hoax by police

26 February 2026

Two women killed by the same man reported him to the police before he murdered them. [...]

Ancient felled oak tree was healthy, report finds

26 February 2026

An ancient oak tree felled in north London showed little evidence it needed to be cut down, a report concludes. [...]

Met officer sacked for running coffee business

26 February 2026

PC Stanley Kennett operated The Coffee Cycle while suspended on full pay, a police tribunal hears. [...]

Tracey Emin says her artwork My Bed would be 'tidy, clean and boring' if she made it today

26 February 2026

Her Turner Prize-nominated messy bed caused a stir in the late 1990s and is now going back on display. [...]

Adverts to return to giant Euston departures board

26 February 2026

Network Rail was criticised in 2024 for displaying adverts on the screen instead of train information. [...]

Corbyn set to become Your Party parliamentary leader

26 February 2026

Ex-Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn's supporters won 14 of the 24 seats on Your Party's central executive committee (CEC). [...]

The families forced to move hundreds of miles from London for a home

26 February 2026

Councils say a lack of housing in London means they have to move people to north-east England. [...]

Barbican tower plans scaled back after backlash

26 February 2026

Developers say they have made "substantial" revisions to the 1 Silk Street scheme. [...]

Strike will not affect Windrush line, TfL says

26 February 2026

RMT members employed by a rail maintenance firm are walking out in a dispute over pay and conditions. [...]

'It's a nightmare' - The London borough with England's lowest recycling rate

25 February 2026

Tower Hamlets' residents say despite their best efforts, recycling in the borough is tricky. [...]

Nominations open for BBC Make a Difference Awards

24 February 2026

BBC Radio London is offering the chance to celebrate those whose efforts deserve wider recognition. [...]

'Each empty home shows there is a problem' - housing leaders call for action

23 February 2026

Estimates suggest more than a million homes in England are currently unoccupied. [...]

'LGBTQ+ museum lets community tell their stories'

22 February 2026

The recently reopened Queer Britain is among a handful of dedicated LGBTQ+ museums worldwide. [...]

How Londoners used data to survive the Great Plague

22 February 2026

A study suggests London's elite used death toll data to alter their behaviour to navigate the deadly plague. [...]

Teenage girls lured into forced sex by gangs in London, BBC finds

18 February 2026

Our investigation reveals gangs from a range of ethnic backgrounds are operating widely in the capital, exploiting girls and young women. [...]

Last-ditch call to save police front counters

18 February 2026

Ten Met Police front counters, where the public can speak to officers, are due to close at the end of February. [...]

Met using e-bikes and drones to catch phone thieves

17 February 2026

The force also warns that young children are being targeted over social media to steal phones. [...]

Dogs, tea, snacks: an alternative mental health A&E

17 February 2026

Karalyn, a patient, says she prefers the Ladbroke Grove centre as there's more certainty and calm. [...]

How have Chelsea made biggest loss in English football history?

26 February 2026

Chelsea recorded a pre-tax loss of £355m for 2024-25 - the highest loss ever made by an English football club - according to financial figures released by Uefa. How did it happen? [...]

Spurs relegation fight toughest of career - Tudor

26 February 2026

Tottenham interim manager Igor Tudor says trying to save the club from Premier League relegation is "probably" the toughest challenge of his career. [...]

How Rosenior's 'son' Sarr got Chelsea call after 'emotional' Afcon

26 February 2026

Senegal's 20-year-old defender Mamadou Sarr is pushing for a first Premier League start when Chelsea face Arsenal after a rapid rise under Liam Rosenior. [...]

Brentford boss Andrews signs new deal to 2032

26 February 2026

Brentford head coach Keith Andrews signs a new contract with the club, running until 2032. [...]

Markets digest bank earnings after recent turmoil

14 April 2023

Still haven't filed your taxes? Here's what you need to know

14 April 2023

So far this tax season, the IRS has received more than 90 million income tax returns for 2022. [...]

Retail spending fell in March as consumers pull back

14 April 2023

Spending at US retailers fell in March as consumers pulled back amid recessionary fears fueled by the banking crisis. [...]

Analysis: Fox News is about to enter the true No Spin Zone

14 April 2023

This is it. [...]

Silicon Valley Bank collapse renews calls to address disparities impacting entrepreneurs of color

13 April 2023

When customers at Silicon Valley Bank rushed to withdraw billions of dollars last month, venture capitalist Arlan Hamilton stepped in to help some of the founders of color who panicked about losing access to payroll funds. [...]

Not only is Lake Powell's water level plummeting because of drought, its total capacity is shrinking, too

21 March 2022

Lake Powell, the second-largest human-made reservoir in the US, has lost nearly 7% of its potential storage capacity since 1963, when Glen Canyon Dam was built, a new report shows. [...]

These were the best and worst places for air quality in 2021, new report shows

22 March 2022

Air pollution spiked to unhealthy levels around the world in 2021, according to a new report. [...]

Big-box stores could help slash emissions and save millions by putting solar panels on roofs. Why aren't more of them doing it?

20 March 2022

As the US attempts to wean itself off its heavy reliance on fossil fuels and shift to cleaner energy sources, many experts are eyeing a promising solution: your neighborhood big-box stores and shopping malls. [...]

Look of the Week: Blackpink headline Coachella in Korean hanboks

18 April 2023

Bringing the second day of this year's Coachella to a close, K-Pop girl group Blackpink made history Saturday night when they became the first Asian act to ever headline the festival. To a crowd of, reportedly, over 125,000 people, Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa and Rosé used the ground-breaking moment to pay homage to Korean heritage by arriving onstage in hanboks: a traditional type of dress. [...]

Scientists identify secret ingredient in Leonardo da Vinci paintings

30 March 2023

"Old Masters" such as Leonardo da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli and Rembrandt may have used proteins, especially egg yolk, in their oil paintings, according to a new study. [...]

How Playboy cut ties with Hugh Hefner to create a post-MeToo brand

11 April 2023

Hugh Hefner launched Playboy Magazine 70 years ago this year. The first issue included a nude photograph of Marilyn Monroe, which he had purchased and published without her knowledge or consent. [...]

'A definitive backslide.' Inside fashion's worrying runway trend

6 April 2023

Now that the Fall-Winter 2023 catwalks have been disassembled, it's clear one trend was more pervasive than any collective penchant for ruffles, pleated skirts or tailored coats. [...]

Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals sneakers sell for a record $2.2 million

12 April 2023

In 1998, Michael Jordan laced up a pair of his iconic black and red Air Jordan 13s to bring home a Bulls victory during Game 2 of his final NBA championship — and now they are the most expensive sneakers ever to sell at auction. The game-winning sneakers sold for $2.2 million at Sotheby's in New York on Tuesday, smashing the sneaker auction record of $1.47 million, set in 2021 by a pair of Nike Air Ships that Jordan wore earlier in his career. [...]

The surreal facades of America's strip clubs

6 March 2023

Some people travel the world in search of adventure, while others seek out natural wonders, cultural landmarks or culinary experiences. But French photographer François Prost was looking for something altogether different during his recent road trip across America: strip clubs. [...]

Here's the real reason to turn on airplane mode when you fly

7 April 2023

We all know the routine by heart: "Please ensure your seats are in the upright position, tray tables stowed, window shades are up, laptops are stored in the overhead bins and electronic devices are set to flight mode." [...]

'I was up to my waist down a hippo's throat.' He survived, and here's his advice

12 April 2023

Paul Templer was living his best life. [...]

They bought an abandoned 'ghost house' in the Japanese countryside

10 April 2023

He'd spent years backpacking around the world, and Japanese traveler Daisuke Kajiyama was finally ready to return home to pursue his long-held dream of opening up a guesthouse. [...]

Relaxed entry rules make it easier than ever to visit this stunning Asian nation

31 March 2023

Due to its remoteness and short summer season, Mongolia has long been a destination overlooked by travelers. [...]

The most beautiful sections of China's Great Wall

18 September 2023

Having lived in Beijing for almost 12 years, I've had plenty of time to travel widely in China. [...]

10 December 2021

Nelly Cheboi, who creates computer labs for Kenyan schoolchildren, is CNN's Hero of the Year

12 December 2022

Celebrities and musicians are coming together tonight to honor everyday people making the world a better place. [...]

CNN Heroes: Sharing the Spotlight

10 December 2022

Donate now to a Top 10 CNN Hero

26 November 2021

Anderson Cooper explains how you can easily donate to any of the 2021 Top 10 CNN Heroes. [...]

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27 February 2026

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27 February 2026

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OLUWASEMIRE ALUKO (AGBAARAGBA): AN UNSUNG HERO WHO GAVE SO MUCH BUT HONOURED LESS