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Why owning an electric vehicle in South Africa is becoming more appealing

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EFCC Begins Probe Of 24 Nigerian Youths Arrested In Ghana For Alleged Cybercrimes

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said it has launched a formal investigation into 24 Nigerian youths recently arrested in Ghana over allegations of internet fraud. The suspects, arrested on April 17, 2025, by Ghana’s Economic and …

Nigerian Railway Corporation Resumes Warri-Itakpe Train Services After Three-Week Suspension

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced that the Warri-Itakpe Train Service (WITS) will resume operations on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, following a three-week suspension caused by technical and operational challenges, including multiple engine …

Court Orders Nigerian Government To Maintain Status Quo In Marriage, Citizenship Registration Contract Dispute

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Monday ordered the Nigerian government and other involved parties to maintain the status quo in an ongoing contract dispute concerning the automation of marriage and citizenship registrations. The case, filed by …

Local banks bet on Pan-African payment system to spur trade

From left: KCB Group CEO, Paul Russo, Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui and PAPSS CEO, Mike Ogbalu III, during the launch of the Pan-African Payment & Settlement System in Nairobi, on February 27, 2025.  [Wilberforce Okwiri,Standard] Kenya's …

Yale delegation explores academic collaborations in South Africa and Kenya

April 15, 2025 Estimated read time: 3 minutes In March 2025, a Yale delegation traveled to South Africa and Kenya to explore academic and institutional collaborations including those in nursing and global health. The visits reflect Yale’s ongoing …

South Africa will defend sovereignty, President Ramaphosa’s party says amid US tensions

Gwede Mantashe PRETORIA, South Africa – A senior figure from South Africa’s ruling ANC party has defended his country’s sovereignty amid growing tensions with the US over race relations and a new land law. “We are a free country, we’re a sovereign country. …

1951 to 2025: 6 Sports Championships Where Egypt Hit a Home Run in Hosting

Egypt’s contributions in international sports extend beyond athletic achievements. The country has consistently stepped up as a reliable host for major global competitions. This is especially true when Africa or the Middle East needed a stage. With Cairo …

Egyptian-Israeli meeting held in Cairo to discuss Gaza ceasefire proposal: sources

CAIRO, April 28 (Xinhua) -- A meeting is currently underway in Cairo between Egyptian officials and an Israeli security delegation, led by Israeli Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer, to discuss a new proposal aimed at achieving a ceasefire in Gaza, …

Roundup: Trump's call for free U.S. passage through Suez Canal sparks outcry in Egypt

CAIRO, April 28 (Xinhua) -- U.S. President Donald Trump's recent call for free passage of American ships through the Suez Canal has triggered widespread condemnation in Egypt, where legal experts, political leaders, and citizens have denounced his …

Political Science Association worries about Nigeria’s drift towards one-party state

The Nigerian Political Science Association, NPSA, has expressed concern about the drift towards a one-party state in Nigeria. President of the association, Professor Hassan Saliu, in a strong-worded statement in Ilorin on Monday, lamented that the trend of …

UN Chinese Language Day celebrated at Egyptian Chinese University in Cairo

CAIRO, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Hundreds of Chinese language learners and enthusiasts gathered on Sunday at the Egyptian Chinese University (ECU) in Cairo to mark UN Chinese Language Day, themed "Chinese: A Gift Across Time and Space." The event was …

Libya's western-based presidency council stresses strengthening partnership with Russia

TRIPOLI, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Deputy President of the Libyan Presidency Council Abdullah Allafi stressed here on Monday the importance of strengthening partnership with Russia to support Libya's political process "led by the Presidency Council.…

Nigeria’s naira continues to appreciate against dollar in black market

Nigeria’s currency, the naira, continued its appreciation against the dollar at the parallel foreign exchange market on Monday. Exchange rate data shared by the National President of the Association of Bureau de Change Operators, Aminu Gwadebe, showed that …

Morocco’s capital market regulator, SEC to collaborate for investment in mutual funds

The Moroccan Capital Market Authority says its plans to collaborate with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to invest mutual funds in Nigeria. A mutual fund is an investment fund that pools money from many investors to purchase securities. …

NEPC: Nigeria’s non-oil exports rose by 24.75% to $1.79bn in Q1 2025

The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) says the country’s non-oil exports recorded $1.791 billion as revenue in the first quarter (Q1) of 2025. Nonye Ayeni, executive director (ED) of NEPC, spoke on Monday in Abuja. “This year, the Nigerian Export …

Terra Quantum partners with Siemens to unlock quantum advantage for sovereign automotive and drone systems

Terra Quantum and Siemens integrate quantum tech into digital twin environments, accelerating secure, sovereign innovation in mobility and aerospace. MUNICH, GERMANY, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world of accelerating technological …

iRAYPLE Showcases Smart Logistics Advancements at KOREA MAT 2025

HANGZHOU, ZHEJIANG, CHINA, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From April 22 to 25, 2025, iRAYPLE participated in KOREA MAT 2025, one of Asia’s leading logistics exhibitions, held at Korea KINTEX. At the event, iRAYPLE showcased its latest …

Téléphonie mobile : fidélité en hausse, 79% des Suisses romands sont affiliés au même opérateur depuis au moins 2 ans

En 2025, 21% des Suisses romands ont changé d'opérateur au cours des deux dernières années, contre 31% en 2024. LAUSANNE, VAUD, SWITZERLAND, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- La guerre des prix que se livrent les opérateurs mobiles depuis …

Mobiltelefonie: steigende Treue, 78% der Schweizer Bevölkerung ist seit mindestens 2 Jahren beim selben Anbieter

In 2025 haben 22% der Schweizer Bevölkerung in den letzten zwei Jahren den Anbieter gewechselt, gegenüber 28% in 2024. LAUSANNE, VAUD, SWITZERLAND, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Der Preiskrieg, den sich die Mobilfunkbetreiber seit …

Neuroendocrinology pioneer's century-long journey celebrated in special Festschrift

A tribute in Brain Medicine offers insights into Dr. Seymour Reichlin's scientific brilliance at 100 years old, highlighting his contributions to endocrinology. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a …

The Law Offices of Colby Lewis Launches 'Hold My Briefcase' Podcast

Texas Attorney Demystifies Complex Legal Issues for Everyday People HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Law Offices of Colby Lewis announces the launch of "Hold My Briefcase," a new podcast dedicated to …

New Book Explores Controversial Legal Dispute Involving LDS Law Firm

The Mormon Mafia and ME by Brett L. Eliason Investigates a Controversial Family Estate Case SALT LAKE, UT, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A compelling new release, The Mormon Mafia and ME by Brett L. Eliason, presents a …

DIDWW acquires its own virtual phone numbers in Denmark, the Czech Republic, Spain and Costa Rica

DUBLIN, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DIDWW, a global telecom provider of fully compliant two-way SIP trunking services to operators and businesses, has further expanded the coverage of its virtual phone numbers. Denmark, the Czech Republic, Spain, …

inGeniti Recognized as a Top Emerging Energy Innovator at DISTRIBUTECH 2025

inGeniti’s Optima platform solves the last-mile challenge for DERs, connecting, monitoring, and optimizing any electrical device, anywhere. IRVINE, CA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- inGeniti, the company solving the …

VitalPBX Unveils VitXi 4.5.0-4 and 4.2.0-7: Enhanced HID Headset Support, App Badging, and More

VitalPBX releases VitXi 4.5.0-4 and 4.2.0-7, bringing App Badging, HID headset controls, and smarter call notifications. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VitalPBX proudly announces the latest releases of VitXi …

From Award to Impact: How Ascendo AI’s 2025 Win Is Redefining Service Leadership in a Volatile World

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our AI doesn’t replace people; it equips them to thrive. Ascendo AI’s AI-native platform addresses plummeting customer experience scores, employee burnout, and fragmented tools, …

SendQuick and pQCee Announce Strategic Partnership to Drive Quantum-Ready Solutions

Empowering Over 1,000 Enterprises and SMEs with Post-Quantum Messaging and Authentication Capabilities SINGAPORE, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SendQuick Pte Ltd, a trusted provider of messaging and authentication platforms and pQCee Pte Ltd, a …

Microsoft Teams Phone Solutions: Operator Connect vs Direct Routing

ORANGE, CA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With Microsoft Teams at the heart of collaboration, businesses are now integrating voice to make it their primary phone system. The decision comes down to Operator Connect versus …

ParentShield Mobile Network Extends Protective Features to Support Elderly Mobile Users

ParentShield’s safety features, designed for children, are now being used to help protect elderly mobile phone users from scams and fraud DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ParentShield, a mobile network …

GL Communications Advances ED-137 Solutions for Air Traffic Communication Testing

GAITHERSBURG, Md., April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GL Communications Inc., a global leader in telecom testing solutions, addressed the press regarding their ED-137 testing solutions for Air Traffic Management (ATM) networks. The solutions are fully …

As Penetration of 5G Home Internet Service Grows Among U.S. Households, New Horowitz Study Shows High Satisfaction

Penetration of 5G home internet has now reached 12%, and satisfaction with the service is just as high as traditional home internet services IRVING, TX, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mobile providers like T-Mobile, AT&T …

QED-C® Report Identifies Breakthrough Use Cases at the Intersection of Quantum Computing and Artificial Intelligence

Quantum Economic Development Consortium Members — including IBM and NVIDIA —  Contribute to Report on Transformation Potential of Complementing Technologies ARLINGTON, VA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Quantum Economic …

AIA Queens Welcomes Jesus Bravo to Board of Directors

Bravo brings technical expertise in architectural building documentation and a commitment to advancing professional resources within the AEC sector. QUEENS, NY, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GPRS is pleased to announce the …

Whiteswan Identity Security and WaveStrong Announce Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Enterprise Identity Protection

Whiteswan has joined forces with Wavestrong to offer cutting-edge identity security solutions. Stop identity attacks with the Whiteswan SentraID platform. BELMONT, CA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WaveStrong has partnered with …

ProHance Participates as Silver Sponsor at SWPP Annual Conference in Nashville

ProHance showcases advanced workforce management capabilities at SWPP, strengthening its position as a leader in productivity solutions. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ProHance participated as the silver …