At a time when many countries are calling for a ban on smart glasses due to privacy and security concerns, Meta on Thursday, September 24 2026, launched its first camera-free artificial intelligence glasses, introducing the Ray-Ban Meta Audio as an alternative to camera-equipped smart glasses while retaining features such as music playback, phone calls, speech translation and access to its AI assistant.
Thursday, 24 September 2026
Meta Launches Camera-Free Ray-Ban AI Glasses
10th AFRIMA Set for Lagos in May 2027 as AU Unveils Global Calendar
The 10th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) will take place in Lagos, Nigeria, from May 18 to 23, 2027, with the grand awards ceremony scheduled for May 23.
Oyedele Calls for Affordable Capital to Close Africa’s Infrastructure Gap
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, has called for more affordable capital to finance infrastructure development across Africa.
Mbappé Leaves Nike for On in Major Move into Football
Swiss sportswear brand On has made a major entry into football by signing a boot deal with French star Kylian Mbappé, ending his 20-year partnership with US sportswear giant Nike.
Oando Shareholders Reaffirm Support for Company at 47th AGM
Shareholders of Oando PLC have reaffirmed their support for the company’s strategic direction and growth ambitions at its 47th Annual General Meeting (AGM), with all resolutions presented at the meeting passed.
9th .ng Awards Open for Public Nominations
The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) has opened nominations for the 9th .ng Awards, inviting individuals and organisations to nominate businesses, digital initiatives and internet users making an impact through the .ng domain.
Monday, 21 September 2026
Dangote’s ₦2.15tn IPO Boosts Nigerian Fintech Customer Acquisition
Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s ₦2.15 trillion public share offering is creating a major customer-acquisition opportunity for Nigerian fintech and digital investment platforms.
AU, AFRIMA Unveil Global Calendar for 10th AFRIMA Edition in Los Angeles
The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), in partnership with the African Union (AU), has unveiled the official global calendar for its landmark 10th edition in Los Angeles, California, as the continental music awards platform continues preparations for its milestone anniversary.
Verto Launches Multi-Currency Corporate Card in Partnership with Visa
Verto, a B2B global payments platform, has launched a new multi-currency corporate card in partnership with Visa, aimed at helping African businesses simplify international transactions and reduce foreign exchange costs.
Thursday, 17 September 2026
Celine and Reebok Launch $750 Freestyle Lo Collaboration
Afreximbank, TopTier Sports Management Unveil Legends Football Match for CANEX WKND 2026
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), through its Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) programme, and TopTier Sports Management, What Media Group, have announced plans for a landmark Legends Football Match as a major event at CANEX WKND 2026 in Lagos, Nigeria.