Facebook expects future growth to ‘decelerate significantly’ | Business and Economy News
The social media giant did, however, beat Wall Street estimates for the second quarter due to increased ad spending. Facebook…
Wagner, an investigation into Putin’s mercenaries
This is part 1 of a 2-part investigation series The atmosphere was festive once again at La Brasserie Kiss. On…
China court jails billionaire pig farmer for ‘provoking trouble’ | China News
Sun Dawu, chairman of Dawu Agriculture Group, was handed 18 years in jail on a range of charges, including ‘provoking…
Who’s who in the race to be Governor of Anambra State
By Anthony Ademiluyi Co Founder at The Vent Republic Anambra State is a bastion of Igbo intellectual and commercial life.…
What’s really behind China’s cooperation with Europe in Africa?
And, when it comes on the heels of the G7 summit which Xi Jinping dismissed as international politics of the…
Fries with that? McDonald’s sales soar on crispy chicken sandwich | Business and Economy News
As its dining rooms reopened, the fast food giant drew customers in with new products like its crispy chicken sandwich.…
Hundreds of foreign-trained doctors shut out as Covid rages
“Here’s the experience of our doctors: if they don’t have 50,000 rand ($3500) bribe, they fail the South Africa medical…
Libya’s new interim government is facing an arduous task | Politics
The parliamentary and presidential elections planned for the end of the year give the long-suffering people of Libya reason to…
Former footballer Djibril Cissé rocking the Afro-house scene
Djibril Cissé, a national striker, had not set foot in the country of his father – Mangué Cissé, a former…
After Kenya, Creditinfo aims to expand SME scorecard to Tanzania
The company has an existing credit bureau in Tanzania meaning the scorecard can be deployed there with “minimal” investment, he…
Armenia says 3 soldiers killed in gun battle with Azeri forces | Conflict News
Both countries report escalation and blame the other side for initiating the deadly border clashes. Armenia has said three of…
Ghana’s new census is more inclusive, but there is room for improvement
For the first time, a digital data capture and transfer system was used. The use of digital innovations offered important…
Google parent sees record quarterly profits on back of retail ads | Business and Economy News
With consumers spending more time online during the pandemic, retailers have been pushing to reach them there. Google parent Alphabet…
Affordable hepatitis drug offers new hope to millions | Health News
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Malaysia has registered the world’s first affordable – and effective – new drug for hepatitis C,…
New Zealand nurses mull new offer after strike over pay, hours | Health News
Wellington, New Zealand – In the 25 years Lisa* has been a healthcare assistant, short-staffing has only got worse. Her…
Osinbajo’s chances grow slimmer as cabal tightens grip on presidency
Feted as an accomplished technocrat who managed to get things done while Buhari was away on repeated bouts of ill…
Nigeria: Why homophobic pastors should remain outside politics
In Africa’s most populous nation, a differing of opinions is a given. But when it comes views on homosexuality and…
Premium 5G iPhones and subscriptions propel Apple sales | Business and Economy News
Apple said on Tuesday that iPhone sales were $39.57bn in its third fiscal quarter, up nearly 50 percent from a…
Can William Ruto secure support from Mount Kenya in time for 2022?
The Mount Kenya voting bloc comprises 11 out of 47 counties. In the next election that is set for 2022,…
‘Mental health’ behind Biles’ shock Olympic team final exit | Olympics News
The retirement from the gymnastics team competition has left Simone Biles’ future participation at the Tokyo Games in limbo. Reigning…