Taiwan’s bustling night markets and other interesting places

It is interesting that one of the first things a Taiwanese asks a visitor to the country is: “Have you visited the Night Market?” If your answer is no, the next response... Read more »

OpenAI to introduce ads in ChatGPT globally, begins test 

OpenAI has announced that it will be rolling out advertisements in ChatGPT, beginning with a test in the coming weeks. According to the company’s X post on Friday, the test will begin... Read more »

Dennis Isong: Is It Safe to Buy Land in Lagos??

Buying land in Lagos is a topic that generates strong opinions. Some people believe it is the smartest investment anyone can make in Nigeria, while others share cautionary tales. The truth lies... Read more »

Capital market operators react as SEC raises minimum capital requirements 

Capital market operators (CMOs) have largely welcomed the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) decision to significantly raise minimum capital requirements across Nigeria’s capital market. A cross-section of market operators sampled by  Nairametrics described the move... Read more »

From Aníkúlápó to Yoh! Bestie: The African Films and Shows We’re Excited About on Netflix 2026

Photo Credit: Teniola Aladese/Instagram Grab your popcorn and clear your schedules, BNers! If you thought 2025 was a vibe, Netflix is making sure 2026 is an absolute cinematic feast. The streaming giant... Read more »

UK medical graduates prioritised under new NHS specialty training bill

The British government has introduced the Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill to prioritise UK-trained medical graduates for specialty training posts in the National Health Service (NHS). Secretary of State for Health Wes Streeting... Read more »

Nigeria soft-launches national industrial policy to drive jobs, sustainable growth

…Tinubu expected at official launch next month – Enoh The Federal Government, on Thursday, soft-launched Nigeria’s National Industrial Policy, setting out an ambitious framework aimed at accelerating job creation, boosting productivity and... Read more »

Ghana’s Cocoa Trade: Navigating regulations for local and international participation

Ghana ranks as the second-largest producer of cocoa globally, with its beans highly valued for their reliable quality and rich taste. Recognising its strategic importance, the Government of Ghana has instituted a... Read more »

Which African Football Legends and Icons Never Won the AFCON Title?

Mo Solah on Instagram In football, there are different metrics to measure a player’s legendary or iconic status. It could be goals they score for their clubs and countries, or trophies or... Read more »

What investors expect in Francophone Africa in 2026

In Francophone Africa, where venture funding is still dominated by a handful of large deals, investors say 2026 will be defined less by headline numbers and more by whether fintech interoperability, climate... Read more »