Microsoft to discontinue WordPad from Windows after nearly 30 years

Microsoft is no longer updating WordPad and intends to remove it from a future release of Windows. Instead, Microsoft Word, a paid word processor that has always been far more feature-rich than the basic WordPad tool that has shipped as part of Windows since Windows 95, would be recommended.

Google Appoints Alex Okosi as Managing Director for Africa

Tech giant Google has announced the appointment of the current Managing Director for YouTube in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Emerging Markets, Alex Okosi, as the new Managing Director for Google in Africa.

Global Players Show Interest in African Sustainable Mining

Following the global energy transition, mining firms have been pressed to embrace sustainable business practices and low-carbon technologies in order to reduce negative environmental repercussions. Mining activities in Africa have begun to prioritise sustainable ways to achieve environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and good business practices. As a result, the sustainable mining industry has become an increasingly appealing investment option for global players eager to increase their returns on investment while also championing climate protection and resilience.

Showmax CEO Yolisa Phahle take a bow, Marc Jury takes over as interim CEO

Yolisa Phahle, CEO of Showmax, has stepped down as she prepares to leave MultiChoice and begin her retirement. As Yolisa Phahle prepares to retire, MultiChoice Group has hired Marc Jury as interim CEO of its Showmax company.

IFMA Nigeria Chapter to Co-Host the Event on Sustainable Facility Management at the Big 5 Construct Nigeria

The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) Nigeria Lagos Chapter will co-host an event on "Delivering Effective and Sustainable FM in the Built Environment" at Big 5 Construct Nigeria, Nigeria's largest construction industry event. The event will be held on Thursday, 7th September, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos.

New Research: Interest rates on bonds are five times those on World Bank loans

...African countries to pay US$56 billion more on debt raised on capital markets from 2017 to 2021

...G20 leaders urged to act urgently to increase access to affordable capital

A new analysis from The ONE Campaign shows that the combination of rising interest rates and lack of sufficient affordable capital from the World Bank is increasing economic pressures on vulnerable countries already at high risk of debt distress.

Zoho Reaches Major Milestone of 100 Million Users

Zoho Corporation, a global software-as-a-service company, today announced that it is now serving 100 million users across its 55+ business applications. This makes the tech company stand out in the SaaS industry, being the first bootstrapped organisation to achieve such a feat. This milestone comes on the heels of its amazing $1 billion yearly revenue, showcasing the company's tremendous expansion in the tech industry.

Afreximbank acquires land for African Trade Centre in Egypt’s New Administrative Capital

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has signed a formal agreement to acquire land for the New Administrative Capital African Trade Centre (NAC-ATC), which will house the Bank's headquarters, as well as other trade-supporting facilities and entities, in Cairo, Egypt's new administrative capital. The agreement calls for the construction of a complex that will include a conference centre, a hotel, an exhibition centre, an innovation hub, and retail facilities.

LG’s Ultra-Large TVs boast gaming, personalized experiences and everyday sustainability

Where would you rather have your TV: mounted on a stand or on the wall in the living room for immersive gaming, in the bedroom for late-night Netflix binges, or at your desk for a presentation? The brand name on everyone's lips is LG TV, regardless of your response.

Africa’s participation increasing ahead of the Rugby World Cup 2023

Participation increases by 11 per cent to 8.4 million in 2023 as the sport continues to experience accelerated growth after the global pandemic; 57 per cent of players in the post-COVID-19 era are pre-teen, 24 per cent of them girls; Almost a quarter of total participants are female with a strategic focus on growth; World Rugby and Unions implement lowered tackle height in the community game; World Rugby is investing £575 million in the development of the sport between 2020-23.

Coronation Art Gallery Celebrates Arts and Culture in Nigeria

...Hosted Creme de la crème at a Spectacular Evening of Elegance

Renowned for its commitment in promoting art and culture, the Coronation Art Gallery, hosted an unforgettable evening that brought together esteemed guests, art enthusiasts, and high-profile personalities in Nigeria. The event, which took place at the Coronation Art Gallery in the heart of Victoria Island recently, was an enchanting convergence of creativity, music, and champagne.

Tor'Q Autofest: Fearless Energy Set to Ignite Car Drifters, Super Bikers for Electrifying Displays

Nigeria's number one energy drink, Fearless, from the esteemed stable of Rite Foods Limited, has thrown its weight behind the TOR'Q Autofest scheduled for November 26, 2023, at Eko Hotel, Lagos.

Emirates marks one of its busiest summers ever

Emirates, the world’s largest International Airline, marks one of its busiest summers ever, carrying over 14 million passengers with average seat load factors exceeding 80% across its global network between June and August.