By Joe Udo LAGOS (CONVERSEER) – Forbes has released the latest list of richest black people in the world. Below is the full list of the world’s black billionaires in 2025. 1. Aliko Dangote Net Worth: $23.9 billion | Source of Wealth: Cement, sugar | Citizenship: Nigeria The founder and CEO of Dangote Group began…
…The parties have been added to a court case brought by the African Energy Chamber against Hyve Events SA Limited JOHANNESBURG (CONVERSEER) – Sankofa Events Limited and Paul Sinclair have been added to a court case brought by the African Energy Chamber (AEC) to the High Court of the Republic of South Africa against Hyve…
Mali arrests French national over alleged destabilisation plot By Joe Udo BAMAKO (CONVERSEER) – Mali’s transitional government has announced the dismantling of a network accused of attempting to destabilise national institutions, with multiple arrests carried out on 1st August 2025. Interim Minister of Security and Civil Protection, Major General Daoud Aly Mohammedine, disclosed the development…
Mali coup plot By Joe Udo BAMAKO (CONVERSEER) – At least 45 Malian soldiers, including two generals, have been arrested over an alleged attempt to “destabilise the institutions” in the West African country, authorities confirmed at the weekend. Among those detained is General Abass Dembele, a former governor of the central Mopti region, widely regarded…
…as ECN targets nationwide solarisation, boosts renewable push amid power challenges By Joe Udo ABUJA (CONVERSEER) – The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) says it is intensifying efforts to drive a nationwide shift towards renewable energy, with solar power identified as a key strategy for addressing Nigeria’s electricity deficit – despite criticism of exporting power…
By Frank Ulom NEW YORK (CONVERSEER) – Three Ghanaian nationals have been extradited to the United States to face charges over their alleged roles in an international criminal organisation accused of stealing more than $100 million through romance scams and business email compromise schemes. The U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay…
ABIDJAN (CONVERSEER) – The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group has approved a grant of $5.3 million to implement the Project to Strengthen the Public-Private Partnership Environment for the Promotion of Private Investment in The Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, Madagascar and Togo. The project, approved in Abidjan on 27 June 2025, will be…
JOHANNESBURG (CONVERSEER) – The Coca-Cola Company today announced that Luis Felipe Avellar will become president of the Africa operating unit effective from 1st Septempber. Avellar currently serves as president of the company’s Mexico operations, which are part of the Latin America operating unit. Avellar will succeed Luisa Ortega, who, as previously announced, is taking a…
LAGOS (CONVERSEER) – Nollywood is a universe of its own, filled with stories that grab you from the first scene and don’t let go. If you’re looking for a new obsession, look no further than Africa Magic Showcase. Three of its most compelling series, The Yard, Close of Business, and Dear Future Me, are delivering…
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