China’s Zijin Mining to acquire Ghana’s Akyem Gold Mine in $1 billion deal
Zijin plans to begin underground operations at Akyem by 2028, extending the mine’s life until 2042.
Month: October 2024
Diamond Platnumz bags 5 titles in the 2024 Tanzania Music Awards
These include the Best Male Artist of the Year, Best Male Performer of the Year, and Best Collaboration of the Year.
Meta reintroduces facial recognition to combat “celeb-bait” scams
As part of the trial, Meta plans to enroll 50,000 celebrities and public figures
Kenyans with over half a million in bank accounts drop
NCBA led in the number of customers with deposits over KES 500,000, boasting 416,481 accounts, followed by Equity Bank with 124,098.
Protests Erupt in Mozambique Following Disputed Elections
Opposition candidates claim that the poll was rigged.
KCSE Exams Begin with Record 965,501 Candidates
This year’s exams will take place in 10,755 centres, hosting a record-breaking 965,501 candidates, increasing from last year’s 903,138.
Chinese Textile Company Creates World’s Largest Jeans at 250 Feet Long
This new world record has been achieved by a team of over 30 skilled garment makers who dedicated 18 days to the project.
One Direction’s Liam Payne Dies at 31
Liam Payne passed away after falling from a balcony in his hotel room in Buenos Aires, according to police reports.
Jumia to Exit South Africa and Tunisia by End of the Year
According to Dufay, macroeconomic challenges, high competition, and limited growth potential contributed to the decision to exit these markets.
85 More Countries Get Access to Spotify’s Video Service
Spotify has expanded its music video feature to 85 more markets globally, granting Premium subscribers access to a limited catalogue…