APO International Bantu Gazette Launches Flagship Magazine Focused on African Perspective, Progress and Voice Bantu Gazette (www.BantuGazette.com), a new quarterly publication committed to advancing African perspectives on politics, culture, and economic transformation, has officially launched (https://apo-opa.co/4nStYEk). The magazine introduces a platform that presents Africa’s stories through the voices of those who live them. Grounded in the belief that narrative power must be anchored on African soil, Bantu Gazette explores how the continent defines its own direction through stories told by Africans themselves. It […] today2 October, 2025
APO International Binance Launches The Blockchain 100 Award to Honor Top Creators Driving Blockchain Innovation Binance (www.Binance.com), the world’s largest crypto exchange by trading volume and users, today announced the inaugural launch of The Blockchain 100 (https://apo-opa.co/42kDgRn). This new annual awards show is designed to recognize and celebrate the most influential creators advancing blockchain education, innovation, and community engagement. The Blockchain 100 aims to spotlight individuals and teams who have made outstanding contributions to the blockchain ecosystem through education, information sharing, and inspirational content. By honoring creators […] today2 October, 2025
APO International Vivashan Muthan Appointed as Head of Export Sales and Operations at RS South Africa With a career spanning engineering, business development, and sales leadership across Sub-Saharan Africa, Vivashan Muthan brings a wealth of expertise to his new role as Head of Export Sales and Operations at RS South Africa (https://Africa.RSDelivers.com). Known for building systems that drive growth and resilience in real-world markets, Muthan is set to lead the company’s export strategy into a new era of scale and impact. Muthan’s professional journey has […] today2 October, 2025
APO International Nigeria Promotes Multi-Pillar Mining Sector Expansion Strategy at African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 Nigeria unveiled a multi-pillar mining sector expansion and beneficiation strategy at African Mining Week (AMW) 2025, aimed at shifting the country from exporting raw minerals to producing value-added products. Presenting the plan, Yusuf Farouk Yabo, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Mines, said the strategy is designed to unlock Nigeria’s mineral wealth while driving industrialization and regional integration. The first pillar focuses on beneficiation and value addition, with Nigeria […] today2 October, 2025
APO International Network International and Magnati merge to create the leading fintech across the Middle East & Africa Network International (www.Network.ae), a leading fintech company across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), and Magnati, a leading payment solution provider in the UAE, today announced the completion of their strategic merger under the ownership of a Brookfield-led consortium. The merged entity will operate under the name Network International LLC. With an expanded suite of solutions, ranging from digital payments and data-driven insights to SME lending and advanced fraud […] today2 October, 2025
insert_link APO International ESPN Africa Linear Channels Now Available on Disney+ in South Africa From today, 02 October 2025, Disney+ customers in South Africa have access to both ESPN and ESPN 2 linear channels, bringing the greatest sporting moments from US and International sporting leagues to the existing vast content library on the platform. At no extra cost, fans will be able to schedule appointments with thrilling matchups, unmissable moments and heart-pounding programming from the two channels. The action is already underway, with […] today2 October, 2025
insert_link Entertainment Sean “Diddy” Combs faces sentencing this week Photo: Reuters/Jane Rosenberg Sean “Diddy” Combs will be sentenced on 3 October 2025, following his conviction on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. The charges stem from a federal trial in which Combs was found guilty of orchestrating interstate sexual encounters involving male escorts and his former girlfriends, which he filmed. Each count carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison. CBS News reports that federal prosecutors […] today2 October, 2025
APO International Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Seeks Investors to Unlock 90% of it Untapped Minerals The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is seeking investment partners to unlock 90% of its mineral resources which remain untapped. Speaking at African Mining Week 2025 in Cape Town, Louis Watum Kabamba, DRC Minister of Mines, urged industry leaders to partner with the country in driving sustainable mining sector growth. “Ninety percent of our minerals are not yet exploited. We are offering them. The DRC is seeking industry movers […] today2 October, 2025
APO International Namibia Wins ExxonMobil Foundation STEM Africa Award at African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 Namibia has been awarded the top prize of the ExxonMobil Foundation STEM Regional Finals during the African Energy Week: Invest in African Energy Awards&Gala Dinner on September 30. The team was recognized for its innovative waste-to-energy project. Using a 3D-printed frame, the system converts fish waste into bio-feed for plants. The project promotes sustainable farming, turns organic waste into valuable nutrients and supports efforts to combat hunger in rural […] today2 October, 2025