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The association helping Black fashion designers make it on the runways

Africanews EN • 26 Jan 2026, 12:00

A decade ago, Michelle Francine Ngonmo, a 38-year-old Italian-Cameroonian, founded the Afrofashion Association after noticing the lack of diversity in creative industries like fas…

A decade ago, Michelle Francine Ngonmo, a 38-year-old Italian-Cameroonian, founded the Afrofashion Association after noticing the lack of diversity in creative industries like fashion. The association has helped thousands of people - and continues its work, like most recently on the runway in Milan.

Access Bank to host Africa Trade Conference 2026

Premium Times Nigeria • 26 Jan 2026, 11:36

The conference will bring together policymakers, global investors, development finance institutions, multinational corporations, and African business leaders, creating a curated …

The conference will bring together policymakers, global investors, development finance institutions, multinational corporations, and African business leaders, creating a curated ecosystem of influence and action. Keywords: Access Bank The post Access Bank to host Africa Trade Conference 2026 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

How CBN is building bigger, resilient banks through recapitalisation

Vanguard Nigeria • 26 Jan 2026, 11:27

By Babajide Komolafe, Economy Editor The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has continued to drive his vision of regulatory excellence aimed at st…

By Babajide Komolafe, Economy Editor The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has continued to drive his vision of regulatory excellence aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s financial system. The ongoing bank recapitalisation exercise, with about 20 banks already meeting the new minimum capital requirements, underscores the apex bank’s resolve to entrench […] The post How CBN is building bigger, resilient banks through recapitalisation appeared first on Vanguard News.

Venezuela has had enough of orders from Washington, says interim leader Rodríguez

Africanews EN • 26 Jan 2026, 11:10

Venezuela has had enough of US orders, the country’s interim president Delcy Rodriguez told oil workers on Sunday.

Venezuela has had enough of US orders, the country’s interim president Delcy Rodriguez told oil workers on Sunday.

US, Nigeria diverge in details over strikes on militants

Africanews EN • 26 Jan 2026, 10:54

Immediately following surprise US strikes targeting militants in Nigeria, it remained unclear who or what was actually hit as Washington and Abuja told slightly different stories.

Immediately following surprise US strikes targeting militants in Nigeria, it remained unclear who or what was actually hit as Washington and Abuja told slightly different stories.

Afreximbank terminates credit rating relationship with Fitch

African Business • 26 Jan 2026, 10:19

Afreximbank has brought an end to its credit rating relationship with the US giant after controversy over its June downgrade.

Afreximbank has brought an end to its credit rating relationship with the US giant after controversy over its June downgrade.

'Tired but resolved': Minnesotans protest after second fatal ICE shooting

Africanews EN • 26 Jan 2026, 09:56

Minnesotans expressed their grief and anger on Sunday as hundreds braved the cold to protest the state's second fatal shooting by federal immigration agents.

Minnesotans expressed their grief and anger on Sunday as hundreds braved the cold to protest the state's second fatal shooting by federal immigration agents.

SADC team joins Mozambique flood rescue effort

Africanews EN • 26 Jan 2026, 09:42

A regional emergency team has arrived in Mozambique to help deal with the aftermath of severe flooding.

A regional emergency team has arrived in Mozambique to help deal with the aftermath of severe flooding.

Heirs Holdings Announces Two New Non-Executive Board

Premium Times Nigeria • 26 Jan 2026, 09:07

The new directors bring extensive expertise in finance, energy, governance, and global markets and their appointments demonstrate Heirs Holdings’ ongoing commitment to strong corp…

The new directors bring extensive expertise in finance, energy, governance, and global markets and their appointments demonstrate Heirs Holdings’ ongoing commitment to strong corporate governance. The post Heirs Holdings Announces Two New Non-Executive Board appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Goma one year on: Entrepreneurs rebuild after M23 takeover

Africanews EN • 26 Jan 2026, 07:36

One year later, Gentil still keeps the images of his looted shop, filmed by passersby. Like many entrepreneurs in Goma, he chose to get back on his feet, not to give up, and to re…

One year later, Gentil still keeps the images of his looted shop, filmed by passersby. Like many entrepreneurs in Goma, he chose to get back on his feet, not to give up, and to resume his activities despite an economy that remains extremely fragile.

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