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Optasia’s AI-powered fintech solutions support credit access and digital financial services across Africa and emerging markets.

JSE-listed Optasia raises over $300 million in refinancing to boost Africa’s fintech growth

Optasia raises over $300 million in refinancing backed by Standard Bank to scale fintech services across Africa and emerging markets.

Omokolade Ajayi April 10, 2026

Outgoing Chief Executive Officer John Lamola

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After reports reveal quiet $58 million bailout, SAA CEO John Lamola resigns

During John Lamola's tenure, the airline said it focused on restoring core operations and rebuilding its network.

Omokolade Ajayi April 10, 2026

Tripoli Zoo reopens, offering Libyan families a rare escape

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Tripoli zoo reopens, offering Libyans rare escape from conflict

After nearly two decades behind closed gates, the Tripoli Zoo has reopened, giving families in Tripoli a place to gather again. For many, it is a small but meaningful break from years of conflict that reshaped daily life. The return of visitors to one of the capital’s largest public spaces reflects a cautious sense of relief. Libya remains divided and…

Oluwatosin Alao April 10, 2026

Business Hot News

Why Capitec boosted Gerrie Fourie’s pay 59% to nearly $6 million in his final year as CEO

Capitec lifted Gerrie Fourie’s pay 59% to $5.62 million in 2025 after strong profit growth and a decade of rapid digital expansion.

Feyisayo Ajayi April 10, 2026

Adewale Tinubu, chief executive officer of Oando Plc, plans a $750 million drilling campaign following the company's Angola oil block win.

Business Hot News

After Angola oil win, Nigerian energy mogul Adewale Tinubu plans $750 million drilling campaign

After Angola oil win, Oando plans $750 million drilling campaign targeting 300 percent output growth across West Africa.

Omokolade Ajayi April 10, 2026

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Inside Four Seasons Desroches, Seychelles’ exclusive island resort

JSE-listed Optasia raises over $300 million in refinancing to boost Africa’s fintech growth

After reports reveal quiet $58 million bailout, SAA CEO John Lamola resigns

Tripoli zoo reopens, offering Libyans rare escape from conflict

Why Capitec boosted Gerrie Fourie’s pay 59% to nearly $6 million in his final year as CEO

After Angola oil win, Nigerian energy mogul Adewale Tinubu plans $750 million drilling campaign

JSE-listed Optasia raises over $300 million in refinancing to boost Africa’s fintech growth

After reports reveal quiet $58 million bailout, SAA CEO John Lamola resigns

Tripoli zoo reopens, offering Libyans rare escape from conflict

JSE-listed Optasia raises over $300 million in refinancing to boost Africa’s fintech growth

After reports reveal quiet $58 million bailout, SAA CEO John Lamola resigns

Tripoli zoo reopens, offering Libyans rare escape from conflict

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