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British Gas Boss Warns UK Electricity Bills Will Soar by 2030

By City A.M - Feb 13, 2026, 2:00 PM CST Chris O’Shea, CEO of Centrica, predicts that UK electricity prices in 2030 will be higher than they were at the peak of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, primarily due to "system costs" from years of underinvestment. Britain's network companies have been approved for a £28
Technology

Eden Life pauses consumer business to refocus on corporate clients

Eden Life, the Nigerian home services startup known for its food, cleaning, and laundry subscriptions, has paused its consumer-facing business to concentrate on its higher-margin corporate catering and industrial food operations. The company said the move is a strategic reset aimed at reaching profitability by 2026. In a statement made available to TechCabal on Wednesday, Eden
Technology

Can prediction markets fix a multi-billion-dollar information gap for African startups?

Consider a hypothetical but common scenario in Africa’s tech ecosystem: A fintech startup raises $35 million in 2023 to bring embedded finance to SMEs across East Africa. The thesis was elegant: small businesses needed working capital, banks weren’t serving them, and mobile money made digital lending feasible. Eighteen months later, they’d burned through the capital
Beauty & Health

Uganda Strengthens District-Level Readiness as WHO Boosts Support for Public Health Emergencies

As Uganda continues to grapple with recurrent public health emergencies driven by epidemic-prone diseases and climate-related disasters, a new wave of strengthened district-level preparedness is emerging, thanks to sustained technical support from the World Health Organization (WHO). In the first quarter of 2025 alone, Uganda recorded 10 public health emergencies, eight of which were infectious
Beauty & Health

Neglected Tropical Diseases: an urgent challenge for Angola’s health and development

By: Dr. Nzuzi Katondi, WHO Neglected Tropical Diseases Officer in Angola World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day (NTD), marked every year on January 30, is an opportunity to reflect on a public health problem that continues to affect millions of people around the world and thousands of Angolans, especially in the most vulnerable communities. NTDs encompass
Technology

“I had no assumptions. I was just building:” Day 1-1000 of Selar

In 2025, Selar, an e-commerce startup that helps creators sell products, paid out over ₦18 billion ($12.8 million) to its African users. While the numbers might look good in isolation, the added context that this came within a decade of the startup’s launch and is almost double 2024’s ₦9 billion ($6.6 million) in payouts shows
General News

Man indicted for the alleged murders of 2 officers in Flagstaff, Ariz.

Feb. 13 (UPI) -- A grand jury on Friday indicted Terrell Storey for murder and on 58 other charges after allegedly causing the deaths...
Sports

Al-Shabab 2-5 Al-Ahli: Toney and Mahrez on target in rout

Sports

CAF President Patrice Motsepe confirms who will host WAFCON 2026

Nigeria Super Falcons during the 2025 Women's Africa Cup of Nations WAFCON Finals match between Morocco and Nigeria (Photo: ImagoxMansa Ayoola) The Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe has confirmed that the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON 2026) will proceed in Morocco as planned, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Morocco, having successfully hosted the
Sports

Inter Milan vs Juventus Bet Builder Tips – 4/1 Serie A Special, Analysis & Predictions

In what is a blockbuster Serie A showdown on Saturday night, Inter Milan will...

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Technology

“I had no assumptions. I was just building:” Day 1-1000 of Selar

In 2025, Selar, an e-commerce startup that helps creators sell products, paid out over ₦18 billion ($12.8 million) to its African users. While the numbers might look good in isolation, the added context that this came within a decade of the startup’s launch and is almost double 2024’s ₦9 billion ($6.6 million) in payouts shows
Technology

Digital Nomads: Africa enters the golden passport market as the world tightens rules

On the storm-scarred hillside of Roseau Valley, Dominica, the tiny Caribbean island nation, a passport is funding a geothermal plant for clean energy. In Basseterre, St. Kitts, it once funded 60–70% of government revenue. In Valletta, Malta, it helped topple a prime minister: Joseph Muscat resigned in December 2019 amid revelations linked to the murder
Technology

Eden Life pauses consumer business to refocus on corporate clients

Eden Life, the Nigerian home services startup known for its food, cleaning, and laundry subscriptions, has paused its consumer-facing business to concentrate on its higher-margin corporate catering and industrial food operations. The company said the move is a strategic reset aimed at reaching profitability by 2026. In a statement made available to TechCabal on Wednesday, Eden
Business

Sierra Leonean oil minister visits Oiden Energies as company expands to W’African nation

Foday Mansaray, director-general of Sierra Leone’s Petroleum Directorate, on Tuesday paid an official visit to Oilden Energies, an engagement that marked a significant milestone in strengthening regional energy cooperation and private sector partnerships. The visit forms part of efforts being made by the company to expand its operations to the West African nation. During the
Business

INEC fixes Feb 2027 for presidential, national assembly polls

…conducts state gov’ship, state assemblies’ polls in March The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed February 20, 2027 for the conduct of the Presidential and National Assembly elections, while Governorship and State Houses of Assembly polls will hold on March 6, 2027. Joash Amupitan, Professor and INEC Chairman, announced the timetable during a Press
Business

Stakeholders advocate private sector solutions for Nigeria’s IDP Crisis

Ubon Udoh, managing director and CEO of the Abdul Samad Rabiu Initiative for Africa (ASR Africa), has called for a decisive shift towards local innovation and strategic private sector partnerships to address Nigeria’s internal displacement crisis. Speaking at a high-level summit, he emphasised that leveraging home-grown technology is the key to transitioning from temporary relief
Business

5 tech-inspired Valentine gifts for loved ones

As Valentine’s Day approaches, tech gifts are increasingly replacing traditional flowers and chocolates, as lovers look for more practical and lasting ways to express affection. Smart watches, wireless earbuds and other technology products are topping wish lists across Nigeria and globally. Demand typically spikes in the week leading up to February 14, with shoppers prioritising
Business

Nigeria launches BOGA fund to drive economic diversification

The federal government has launched the Nigeria Beyond Oil and Gas Alliance (BOGA) Fund Programme, a two-year initiative aimed at accelerating economic diversification and strengthening long-term resilience beyond the oil and gas sector. The initiative is designed to assess risks and opportunities in Nigeria’s evolving energy landscape and to develop policy options that support structural

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Osimhen master playmaker as Galatasaray secure big 5-1 win vs Eyüpsor

Victor Osimhen. Photo Credit: Galatasaray/X Victor Osimhen showed another side of his game on Friday night as he helped Galatasaray to a comfortable 5-1 victory over Eyüpspor in the Turkish Super Lig, Soccernet.ng reports. Known mainly for his goals, the Nigeria striker became the chief creator this time, setting up two goals in a performance
Technology

Top phones to surprise your partner this Valentine’s Day

Table of contents Last Valentine’s Day, someone close to me spent hours choosing between perfumes, flowers, and chocolates. Months later, many of those gifts were already forgotten, but the phone their partner bought was still in daily use. That moment shows how gift choices have changed. People now prefer items that remain useful long after
World News

A global trust crisis

There’s a reason trust dominated so many conversations at the World Economic Forum in Davos last month, as leaders grapple with rising public skepticism, political turbulence and ongoing questions about accountability.  Trellis data partner GlobeScan’s long-running public opinion tracking reveals public trust is eroding across major institutions, with global companies, NGOs and government entities facing

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Food & Travel

Reluctant Traveler Eugene Levy: Kicking His Own Bucket List

Eugene Levy, considered “Canada’s National Treasure,” is also one of Hollywood’s most popular comedic...
Beauty & Health

WHO joins the Ministry of Health and Wellness in the Sensitization March against cancer

WHO Representative, Dr Abdou Salam Gueye, joins the Health Minister, Honorable Anil Kumar Bacchoo in the sensitization march on 3 February 2025 to commemorate World Cancer Day. The Junior Minister of Health and Wellness, Honourable Anishta Babooram, Junior Minister of Finance, Honourable Dhaneshwar Damry, Honourable Dr Babita Thannoo, Member of Parliament, students from the University

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Technology

“I had no assumptions. I was just building:” Day 1-1000 of Selar

In 2025, Selar, an e-commerce startup that helps creators sell products, paid out over ₦18 billion ($12.8 million) to its African users. While the numbers might look good in isolation, the added context that this came within a decade of the startup’s launch and is almost double 2024’s ₦9 billion ($6.6 million) in payouts shows
Technology

Digital Nomads: Africa enters the golden passport market as the world tightens rules

On the storm-scarred hillside of Roseau Valley, Dominica, the tiny Caribbean island nation, a passport is funding a geothermal plant for clean energy. In Basseterre, St. Kitts, it once funded 60–70% of government revenue. In Valletta, Malta, it helped topple a prime minister: Joseph Muscat resigned in December 2019 amid revelations linked to the murder
Technology

Eden Life pauses consumer business to refocus on corporate clients

Eden Life, the Nigerian home services startup known for its food, cleaning, and laundry subscriptions, has paused its consumer-facing business to concentrate on its higher-margin corporate catering and industrial food operations. The company said the move is a strategic reset aimed at reaching profitability by 2026. In a statement made available to TechCabal on Wednesday, Eden
Technology

Can prediction markets fix a multi-billion-dollar information gap for African startups?

Consider a hypothetical but common scenario in Africa’s tech ecosystem: A fintech startup raises $35 million in 2023 to bring embedded finance to SMEs across East Africa. The thesis was elegant: small businesses needed working capital, banks weren’t serving them, and mobile money made digital lending feasible. Eighteen months later, they’d burned through the capital
General News

Man indicted for the alleged murders of 2 officers in Flagstaff, Ariz.

Feb. 13 (UPI) -- A grand jury on Friday indicted Terrell Storey for murder...
General News

Coyne Schofield, U.S. women crush Italy to reach Olympic hockey semifinal

1 of 5 | United States forward Kendall Coyne Schofield skates after scoring her...
General News

AU Summit: Nigeria Pushes For Health Security Sovereignty in Africa

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US Bill Proposing Sanctions Against Kwankwaso ‘Fishy,’ Says Ndume

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Electronic Transmission: Why Are Our Leaders Afraid Of Transparency? — Idowu | Hard Copy

Business

Sierra Leonean oil minister visits Oiden Energies as company expands to W’African nation

Foday Mansaray, director-general of Sierra Leone’s Petroleum Directorate, on Tuesday paid an official visit to Oilden Energies, an engagement that marked a significant milestone in strengthening regional energy cooperation and private sector partnerships. The visit forms part of efforts being made by the company to expand its operations to the West African nation. During the
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Bayo Ojulari Must Probe NNPCL’s Past Finances – Dan Kunle | Politics Today

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