Swansea vodka brand bought by US Buzzballz owner in £300m deal The Welsh vodka company has been acquired by US spirit giant Sazerac The Independent UK · Sep 16
AU Small Finance Bank vehicle loan portfolio crosses Rs 50,000-crore mark Achieving a remarkable milestone, AU Small Finance Bank's vehicle loan portfolio exceeded Rs 50,000 crore in assets under management by August 2026. Since its inception in 1996, the bank has expanded its reach, assisting over 13.7 lakh customers nationwide. This segment not only leads AU SFB's lending activities but also… The Economic Times · Sep 16
African Union peacekeeping is growing as UN missions decline: research finds a mixed record of success When violent conflict erupts in Africa, attention often turns to the United Nations, major powers, or external donors. Yet over the past two decades, the African Union (AU) has become one of the continent’s most important peace and security actors. The Conversation · Sep 14
Former Swansea City ballboy Charlie Morgan, kicked by Eden Hazard in 2013, set to sell £500 million Au Vodka empire for reported £100 million payout Charlie Morgan, the former Swansea City ballboy who made headlines after Eden Hazard kicked him during a 2013 League Cup match, is reportedly close to a £500 million sale of his Au Vodka business. Morgan co-founded the brand in 2015 with Jackson Quinn, and the deal could reportedly earn each… The Times of India · Aug 16
Ethiopian rebels condemn army drone strikes ADDIS ABABA - Rebel authorities in the Tigray region of Ethiopia on Tuesday accused the federal government of carrying out deadly drone strikes in the northern region, denouncing “a serious escalation” amid fears of a new war. Bangkok Post · Aug 11
5 best new Netflix movies and shows to stream this week (Aug. 10-16) Dig into all the new Netflix movies and shows this week, including "Tires" season 3, "Don't Say Good Luck" and more. Tom’s Guide · Aug 10
7 new horror movies on Netflix, Paramount+, Shudder, and more in August 2026 August is packed full of great horror movies — here are seven recommendations to keep you entertained this month. TechRadar · Jul 31
Ghanaians ask ICC to investigate xenophobic violence in South Africa Two Ghanaian nationals have petitioned the International Criminal Court to open a preliminary investigation into attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa, arguing the violence could amount to crimes against humanity, as Ghana's president repeated his call on Thursday for the African Union to address the ongoing unrest. Radio France Internationale · Jul 24
Ghana’s president asks for AU debate on South Africa’s ‘escalating xenophobic attacks’ Ghanaian President John Mahama on Thursday called for an African Union (AU) debate to "formally address the escalating xenophobic attacks" on foreign nationals in South Africa. More than 160,000 foreign nationals have left South Africa and several have died over the past two months amid rising hostility against undocumented migrants. France 24 · Jul 23
After historic World Cup success, why does Cabo Verde still grapple with identity issues? The island was a shining light for Africa at this year’s tournament, but its modern relationship with continental solidarity and oneness is far more complex The Guardian - UK · Jul 10
GTA 6 pre-orders are now LIVE: Here’s how to secure your copy of Grand Theft Auto VI today GTA 6 pre-orders are live right now. Here's how to secure your copy of this highly anticipated game ahead of its November 19 launch day. Tom’s Guide · Jun 25
Reliance, financials and defence top investment picks as market leadership broadens: Rahul Shah Reliance Industries is poised for a turnaround, with strong earnings, a Jio Platforms IPO, and AI/energy investments promising significant returns. Small banks are also attractive due to improving fundamentals and valuations. While IT valuations are cheap, earnings growth is a concern. Financials, particularly large private banks and NBFCs, remain a… The Economic Times · Jun 22
Ghana to advance reparatory justice at first major gathering since landmark UN resolution Heads of state and participants from more than 80 countries at three-day event in Accra to pursue actionable commitments to reconciliation and restitution The Guardian - UK · Jun 17
Gold Mining Stocks Look Like a ‘Gold Mine.’ Start Buying Now Before Time Runs Out. Crashing from their 2026 highs, gold mining stocks present a buy-the-dip opportunity. The structural bullish story stays intact, and the plummet looks like a good opportunity to buy now. Barchart · Jun 13
AAP · Jun 9 UQPAY Integrates with Circle Payments Network to Advance Its Global Account Infrastructure SYDNEY, June 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- UQPAY (AU) has integrated with Circle Payments Network (CPN), a coordination layer operated by Circle Technology Services, LLC, an affiliate of Circle Internet Group, Inc. (NYSE: CRCL) that enables cross-border stablecoin transactions. At UQPAY, our Global Account infrastructure supports end-to-end cross-border fund management —…
The Guardian - UK · Jun 6 The Africa exception: the slavery reparations debate was once ‘unthinkable’. Now it is unavoidable The architect of the African Union’s reparations framework for the historic UN resolution explains why demands for historical justice are inseparable from the struggle for Black sovereignty
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France 24 · May 21 India-Africa summit postponed due to Ebola outbreak, first case confirmed in South Kivu India and the African Union (AU) on Thursday postponed the India-Africa Forum Summit scheduled for next week in New Delhi, due to the "emerging public health situation" in Africa, India's foreign ministry said, in an apparent reference to the Ebola outbreak. A first Ebola case was confirmed in the DR…
The Conversation · May 20 Africa’s capital must stay home to plug its financing gap: how it could be done Africa is providing cheap liquidity to wealthy nations. In return it is paying huge interest rates to external institutional investors at the cost of its own development.
AAP · May 19 GoFormz Launches Australian Data Center, delivering In-Country Data Sovereignty to Construction and Energy Enterprises SAN DIEGO, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GoFormz today announced the launch of its Australian data center, enabling Australian-based businesses to be provisioned entirely in-country, with customer data stored, processed, and governed under Australian Privacy Principles. GoFormz, a platform for complex field operations and enterprise-grade data capture, provides an always-on…
Evening Standard · May 19 Famous British soft drinks brand launches first alcoholic beverage The two new drinks are flying off the shelves - but will only be available for a limited time this summer
Radio France Internationale · May 14 Macron announces Paris funding conference to support African peace efforts A conference on financing the African Union's peace efforts will be held in Paris by the end of this year, French President Emmanuel Macron said while on a visit to Ethiopia.
inkl · May 8 Australia's digital payments overhaul is quietly reshaping consumer expectations Australia has spent the better part of a decade rebuilding its payments infrastructure from the ground up. What began as a technical project to modernise legacy banking systems has become something far more consequential — a fundamental shift in what everyday Australians expect from any service that handles their money.
Euronews · Apr 14 Algeria hit by two suicide attacks during Pope Leo XIV's visit, sources say No link has yet been established between the attacks and the pope's visit to the country, which was conducted under tight security.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 27 UN’s landmark slavery ruling energises African Union’s fight for reparations Despite resistance from states who had role in chattel slavery, many feel this is an idea whose time has come