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A fund manager has asked the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) to investigate Safaricom over what he says is preferential treatment for its new money market product, Ziidi. The May 26 letter by I.C. Law LLP, which mentions Cytonn CEO Edwin Dande as its client, claims that Safaricom is distorting the market by giving Ziidi

SmartCash Payment Service Bank (PSB), a subsidiary of Airtel Nigeria, has partnered with Leadway Assurance to offer mobile-based car insurance services. This marks a strategic shift for SmartCash PSB as it seeks new ways to grow within the constraints of its payment service banking licence. The new partnership enables SmartCash users to seamlessly access Leadway’s

Sierra Leone deploys AVoHC-SURGE team to halt mpox outbreak sharkahm@who.int Fri, 13/06/2025 - 18:41 13 June 2025...

Improving cholera outbreak response in Angola’s hardest-hit regions gamboo@who.int Fri, 13/06/2025 - 13:13 13 June 2025...

We love seeing new wedding trends, and this wedding guest vow is such a fun and heartwarming idea to incorporate into your big day. After exchanging their vows, these lovebirds gave their guests a special moment to read out their own vows aloud—and it was such a funny yet sweet moment! It was all about

Hey there, gorgeous bride-to-be! Now that you’ve said yes to the love of your life, it’s time to say yes to the bridal look that will have all eyes on you on your big day. Today, we’ve got this stunning bridal inspo that’s giving elegance, class, and a touch of sultry glam. This gorgeous dress

When two people are meant to be, love will always find a way to bring them together in the most beautiful way. The first time Edisemi heard about Osaze from a friend, she made a playful remark about setting them up. Unknown to her, Osaze had already come across her photos a few days earlier

The wedding reception comes with a lot of fun moments… one of which is the groom’s squad dance. This groom took the moment seriously and turned it into a full-on performance! As a fitness junkie, he merged his dance moves with some exercise routines and it was just so hilarious to watch. His groomsmen tried

Oracle’s co-founder, Larry Ellison, saw his wealth grow by $40 billion in just two days after the company reported strong earnings. The stock jumped to 13%, then rose 7% by midday Friday, reaching a record high of about $215 per share. AI Boom Drives Growth On Thursday, Oracle shares jumped 13 per cent after the

A high-power meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the North-East, on Sunday, ended in chaos after key party leaders endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term while conspicuously omitting Vice-President Kashim Shettima, who is a prominent son of the region. The volatile incident, which took place in Gombe State, fueled pre-existing speculations

MultiChoice, the owner of DStv, has begun testing weekly subscriptions in Uganda. If successful, the company intends to expand this model to other markets, including Nigeria. The trial, which started seven weeks ago, is part of MultiChoice’s effort to better align its pricing with customer cash flows. “It is a big change and we think

In a bold stride toward advancing financial inclusion and literacy, HerVest, an inclusive fintech platform, hosted the third edition of its flagship event, ValueUp 3.0, in Lagos. The event, themed “Financial Wellness: Adapt, Grow & Thrive,” brought together professionals, entrepreneurs, and young changemakers to explore actionable strategies for financial resilience and long-term economic stability. In

Dangote Petroleum Refinery will start a new fuel distribution program on August 15, 2025, to improve Nigeria’s fuel supply. It will directly deliver petrol (PMS) and diesel to fuel stations, businesses, airlines, and other large users. To make things easier, it is offering free transportation to reduce delays and costs. To support this plan, the

Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, has announced that it will start rolling out advertisements on the messaging app, marking a significant shift from the platform’s long-standing ad-free model. Announced on Monday, 16 June, the ads will not show up in personal or group chats but will instead be introduced in the app’s Updates tab