Mitchelle Daka has made history as the inaugural Miss Universe Uganda. The entrepreneur and mental health advocate will represent Uganda at the country’s first-ever Miss Universe appearance in Puerto Rico this November.
Africa’s tech ecosystem is expanding rapidly, but accessibility still lags behind. In this interview, Stephanie Egharevba explains why inclusion must go beyond awareness and how founders, developers, and policymakers can build systems that truly work for everyone.
Lagos extends the 2025 individual tax filing deadline to 14 April 2026, giving residents more time to submit accurate returns via the eTax platform.
A record 27 Black billionaires made the Forbes 2026 list this year — up from 23 in 2025. Their combined wealth stands at $121 billion. Nigeria leads the entire list with four names, including Aliko Dangote at number one as the richest Black person on the planet.
Filing your tax returns does not have to feel overwhelming. Whether you earn a salary, run a business, or have multiple income streams, this guide breaks down everything you need to know in simple steps. From understanding who needs to file to submitting your returns and getting your Tax Clearance Certificate, you will learn how to stay compliant without the stress.
Did you know Ryan Coogler was $200,000 in student debt while filming Creed — a movie that opened to $42.6 million in its first weekend? A decade later, he negotiated to own the rights to Sinners, the most nominated film in Oscar history. This is not just an awards story. It is a story about a filmmaker who refused to let Hollywood own what he built.
From finding your signature scent to getting feedback that sounds like it came from a senior professional, your AI assistant is capable of far more than most people realise. Here are five things worth trying today.
Applying to university shouldn’t feel like a lottery. Fiyinfoluwa turned his personal admission struggles into KollegeScout, a platform helping students make informed decisions and connecting universities with the right candidates.
Money is not disappearing in 2026, but it may be harder to manage without the right knowledge. This is why financial literacy is more important now than ever before.
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Nigeria’s chess community has a new young star to celebrate. Fourteen-year-old Goodness Ekunke won the inaugural FIDE World Amateur Rapid Chess Championship in Abuja, finishing ahead of seasoned players from Nigeria and beyond to claim a historic world title.
History has been made. Nineteen-year-old Jessica Oji delivered a dominant performance to win gold in the women’s shot put at the World U20 Athletics Championships, becoming the first Nigerian to claim a field event title at the competition.
Mitchelle Daka has made history as the inaugural Miss Universe Uganda. The entrepreneur and mental health advocate will represent Uganda at the country’s first-ever Miss Universe appearance in Puerto Rico this November.
Shalom Osiadi didn’t set out to build another fintech app. He set out to solve one of Africa’s biggest business challenges: moving money across borders with speed, stability and trust. Through Esca, he’s building the financial infrastructure helping businesses manage liquidity, treasury and cross-border payments with confidence.
The Super Falcons are back in top form. Nigeria produced their best performance of WAFCON 2026 with a commanding 6-2 victory over Egypt to seal a quarter-final place. Here’s how the knockout stage is shaping up and why the clash with Cameroon could define their title defence.
The Nigerian Academy of Letters has named veteran filmmaker Tunde Kelani as the recipient of its 2026 Award of Excellence in Humanistic Practice, honouring his decades-long contribution to preserving Nigerian languages, culture and history through film.
Lagos is preparing to welcome African football’s biggest stars as CAF completes inspections for the 2026 CAF Awards. The event marks Nigeria’s return as host after more than a decade and comes alongside the country’s hosting of the CAF General Assembly.
A moment of conviction led Oluwasikemi Akinniyi to stop complaining about Nigeria’s education system and start building change. Through ConnectED, she is helping students develop systems thinking, problem-solving skills and the confidence to see themselves as changemakers.
Who is the Arugba, and why is she so important to the Osun-Osogbo Festival? From the sacred selection process to the symbolism behind the famous procession, here’s everything you need to know about one of Nigeria’s most revered cultural traditions.
Marvel’s success in bringing Wakanda to life is deeply connected to African talent. Explore the actors from across the continent who have portrayed iconic kings, warriors, leaders and heroes, and how their performances have left a lasting mark on the Marvel Cinematic Universe.