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Banking jobs in Kenya and, by extension, most African markets have carried a certain social prestige thanks to stable salaries, pension plans, and confidence in a sector that seems too important to shrink.  But the proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) is threatening to rewrite this promise. Looking at a bank like Standard Chartered Kenya (StanChart)

Happy pre-TGIF. ☀️ Very few events can earn the tag of unprecedented in Nigeria’s tech ecosystem, especially in the last ten years. If, like us, you have followed the ecosystem religiously in this time, you would have seen it all. Exits, mega-rounds, acquisitions, shutdowns, layoffs, and even the occasional initial public offerings (IPOs).  But when

Ministry of Public Health and WHO joint mission covered six health regions and highlighted the need for stronger coordination, better use of resources and improved access to care Bissau—The Ministry of Public Health and WHO in Guinea-Bissau carried out a joint mission to regional health facilities between 28 and 31 May 2026, visiting health structures

Praia, Cabo Verde. The World Health Organization (WHO) participated virtually in the 9th International Congress on Ageing, held from 18 to 22 May, under the theme “Ageing without growing old ”. The event was organized by the Portuguese Association of Social Gerontology (ANGES) and brought together experts, academics, policymakers and professionals from different countries to discuss

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1 of 7 | On June 5, 1976, the Teton River Dam in Idaho, the remains of which are pictured, collapsed as it was being filled for the first time, killing 11 people, flooding 300 square miles and causing an estimated $1 billion damage. File Photo courtesy the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation

1 of 3 | Mark Wahlberg attends the world premiere of "The Family Plan" at the Chelsea at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas on December 13, 2023. The actor turns 55 on June 5. File Photo by James Atoa/UPI | License Photo June 5 (UPI) -- Those born on this date are under the sign

Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has revealed that departing manager Pep Guardiola considered quitting the club “100 times” before eventually stepping down at the end of the season. Guardiola brought an end to his remarkable decade-long reign at the Etihad Stadium after winning six Premier League titles, a UEFA Champions League crown and a

One year to the end of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s first term in office, as Nigerians and indeed the wider world assess the administration’s scorecard, a pertinent question arises: who are the biggest contributors to the success stories being recorded? A very strong candidate is Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman/CEO, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). Listen

In a decisive move to plug financial leakages and restore public trust, the Federal Government is leveraging technology to overhaul its procurement processes through a digital procurement initiative. With this move, the government, through the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) aims to systematically minimise corruption risks, eliminate bureaucratic bottlenecks, and usher in a new era

Every kidnapping in Nigeria starts with an act of terror: armed men block roads, invade schools, and raid communities, causing victims to vanish. Families endure anguish, while government officials respond and security agencies act. Social media buzzes with outrage, and after some time, another abduction occurs, perpetuating the cycle. What is often treated as a

Hezbollah rejects renewed Israel-Lebanon ceasefire Hezbollah has rejected a renewed US-backed ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon, raising fresh doubts over efforts to halt fighting along the border. Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem described the deal as “humiliating” for Lebanon and said it effectively served Israeli interests. The agreement, announced by the United States, Israel and

Legend Internet Plc, Nigeria’s first listed internet service provider, reported a sharp decline in half-year revenue thanks to rising operating costs, weaker broadband sales, and growing debt pressures. Revenue fell 18.8% to ₦505.36 million ($368,000) in the six months ended January 2026, down from ₦622.64 million ($453,400) in the corresponding period in the previous year