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Riley’s Test debut on hold

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has revealed how Riley Norton suffered a “bad” injury in training and the initial prognosis for the 20-year-old lock. The former

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Building the Future Generation of Entrepreneurs in East Africa

Building the Future Generation of Entrepreneurs in East Africa The world marks Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSME) Day on June 27, a United Nations observance that recognizes the role small businesses play in creating jobs, strengthening economies, and opening pathways to opportunity.  This year, the global theme, “The Future

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Education

Expanding Access to Secondary Education in Uganda

Expanding Access to Secondary Education in Uganda For many young people in Uganda, financial hardship and social pressures can create significant barriers to completing secondary education. These challenges disproportionately affect vulnerable students, particularly girls at risk of early and forced marriage, limiting opportunities for future learning and economic participation. To

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One Student’s Mission to Ensure Every Child Belongs

One Student’s Mission to Ensure Every Child Belongs For many young people, secondary school is a time to focus on exams and dreams for the future. For Irusho, an Asante Africa alumni and secondary school student in Tanzania, it became an opportunity to challenge a reality she could no longer

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A Father Driven by Purpose and Love, Samuel Lugendo

A Father Driven by Purpose and Love, Samuel Lugendo As the world celebrates Father’s Day, we shine a light on Lugendo Samuel, the Youth Livelihood Programme (YLP) Coordinator at Asante Africa Foundation, whose life is a powerful example of dedication, sacrifice, and unwavering love for his children. For Samuel, fatherhood

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Entertainment

Wunmi Adelusi: How to Know When It’s Time to Switch Jobs or Careers

In an article, I made the case that consistency, left unexamined, can quietly become your greatest limitation. My point was to mention that the goal is not just to be consistent, but to be consistently growing. What happens when you discover that the path you’ve been walking  (diligently, faithfully, consistently)

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Cynthia and Ebuka Obi-Uchendu Are Expecting Their Third Child

Cynthia Obi-Uchendu poses with her baby bump for a photoshoot. Credit: Kunmi Owopetu. Congratulations are in order for media personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu and his wife, Cynthia Obi-Uchendu, who are expecting their third child together. Cynthia shared the happy news with a series of beautiful maternity photos, with Cynthia proudly showing

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OPay Introduces Emergency Lock and Safety PIN to Help Users Stay Protected

OPay, a leading fintech company in Nigeria, has introduced two new security features, Emergency Lock and Safety PIN, designed to give customers greater control over their money during security emergencies and unexpected situations. The new features reaffirm OPay‘s commitment to putting customers first by providing practical tools that help users

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Watch Tems Perform “What You Need” at the BET Awards

Photo Credit: Dreamville Fest/Instagram. Our very own Grammy-winning singer, Tems, delivered a captivating performance at the BET Awards, taking to the stage with her signature soulful vocals. Performing before a global audience is not new to Tems. The superstar has performed on several global stages, including recently performing at the

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