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Breaking News Today – Tuesday 20 January 2026
Business News Today Asian Stocks Fall as Trump's Greenland Tariff Threats Rattles Markets Asian equities declined amid renewed trade-war fears today after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened tariffs on European nations opposing his push to control Greenland. The dollar weakened, U.S. Treasury yields rose to four-month highs, and safe-haven assets like gold and the
No Free Lunch Podcast – Identity Fraud Landscape in Africa
In this episode of "No Free Lunch," host Greg Stewart delves into the complex world of identity fraud with guest Tom Schoon, head of partnerships for Africa at Sumsub. The discussion centers around Sumsub's 2025 Identity Fraud Report, which highlights a significant shift in the fraud landscape across Africa. The report reveals alarming growth rates
BMW Group posts modest sales growth in 2025
BMW Group closed 2025 with steady global sales and a clear shift towards electrified models. The company delivered 2,463,715 vehicles worldwide, a 0.5% increase compared to 2024. Electrified deliveries rose 8.3% year-on-year to 642,087 units, supported by 442,072 fully electric vehicle sales across global markets. Electrified models made up 26% of total group deliveries, while
Libya Starts First Deepwater Exploration Well in the Gulf of Sirte
Libya has begun drilling its first deepwater oil and gas exploration well in the Gulf of Sirte, bringing offshore exploration back into focus after decades of mainly onshore development. The project involves Italy’s Eni and Saipem, BP, the Libyan Investment Authority, and Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC), according to local media reports dated January 17.
Youth-Led SME Growth Barriers in Africa That Need Attention in 2026
Youth-led SMEs are building real businesses across Africa not as a future promise, but as a present day response to unemployment, rising living costs, and gaps in service delivery. They are running logistics routes, supplying local retailers, building digital products, and turning skills into income in markets that reward speed but punish mistakes. The challenge
BAT's Exit from South African Cigarette Production: The Illicit Trade Tipping Point
In a landmark decision that highlights the deepening crisis in South Africa's tobacco industry, British American Tobacco South Africa (BATSA) announced on January 15, 2026, that it will cease local production of factory-manufactured cigarettes and shutter its sole remaining manufacturing facility in Heidelberg, Gauteng, by year's end. This decision, is driven by the rampant illicit
Practical Tech Upgrades for African Mining SMEs
African mining SMEs are among the sector’s most active and essential operators, but they also carry some of its highest exposure to risk. They move people and parts, keep equipment running, and deliver services under tight timelines often in environments where small mistakes can escalate quickly. The challenge is that many SMEs are expected to
Breaking News Today – Monday 19 January 2026
Business News Today China'a Economy Population and Production – on a Decline China’s population fell by 3.39 million to 1.405 billion in 2025, marking the 4th straight year of decline, following a 1.39 million drop in 2024. It also marked the lowest population since 2017, with the total number of births declining to 7.92
Agentic AI Disruption — Preparing African Workforces for Autonomous Systems
Africa's journey with artificial intelligence (AI) has been one of cautious progress amid global acceleration. While the continent hosts fewer AI startups compared to regions like North America and Asia—accounting for just 2-3% of global AI ventures—corporate adoption is surging. The Boston Consulting Group's (BCG) AI Radar report for 2026 highlights this momentum, revealing that
Supply Chain Diversification — Lessons from Global Shifts for African Manufacturers
Decade of Supply-Chain Disruption In the wake of a tumultuous decade marked by geopolitical tensions, pandemics, and environmental crises, global supply chains have undergone profound transformations. The US-China trade wars, the COVID-19 pandemic, Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and disruptions in key trade routes like the Red Sea and Suez Canal have exposed the vulnerabilities of
Founder Fridays: Maiyo Febi & Associates
Leadership development across Africa is often framed as strategic, performance driven and heavily focused on outward results. This is especially true in executive environments where confidence is rewarded, vulnerability is hidden, and success is measured through targets rather than personal growth. For Maiyo Febi, this was not just a gap in the market but a
Vodacom Named Africa’s Top Employer for a Third Consecutive Year
Vodacom Group has again taken the top spot as Africa’s number one employer, securing a third consecutive certification from the Top Employers Institute. The recognition strengthens the company’s position in the race for scarce digital talent, as telecoms groups build deeper skills pipelines, stronger leadership benches, and higher retention across multiple African markets. This year’s
THE MINING WRAP
Amazon Web Services (AWS) will be the first customer for Rio Tinto’s low-carbon Nuton copper, following the industrial scale deployment of Nuton’s bioleaching technology. The agreement ties copper supply to corporate decarbonisation targets and strengthens the market case for alternative recovery methods that can reduce emissions intensity while maintaining output. BHP and Rio Tinto Explore
Breaking News Today – Friday 16 January 2026
Business News Today Detroit Motor Show Highlights Shifting Trend Away from EV's At the iconic International Auto Show this week, saw a visual shift away from EV's after the US changed its subsidy policy. One of the two tracks used for test driving new vehicles and showcasing new models, used to be set aside
Mazda Confirms New CX-5 Engines for SA Ahead of 2026 Launch
Mazda has confirmed key powertrain details for the next-generation CX-5 heading to South Africa and will launch the local range with a 2.5-litre petrol engine. The brand will add a mild-hybrid version later as it broadens the lineup. “The next-generation CX-5 marks a significant milestone for Mazda globally. While we look forward to introducing it
AI Radar Report 2026 – Sharp AI Investment Growth Anticipated This Year
CEO’s Double-Down on Investments Despite No clear Path for Returns Boston Consulting Group today released their BCG AI radar 2026 report with telling statistics about the general direction of AI adoption. BCG’s third AI Radar draws on a survey of 2,300 C-level executives from 16 countries and provides a fairly robust outlook on the AI
Have HMI and Smart PPE Reached African Mining at Scale?
African mining technology adoption is often described as a push for “modernisation.” However, the strongest Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) and wearable deployments are not driven by hype. Mines are investing for practical reasons, including reducing exposure to harm while keeping production steady. With pressure rising to cut high-consequence incidents such as fatalities and environmental disasters,
Amazon Kuiper Wins NCC Permit to Launch Satellite Internet in Nigeria
Nigeria’s satellite internet market is preparing for a major new entrant. Amazon has received a seven-year landing permit from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The approval clears Project Kuiper to start providing broadband services from February 2026. The NCC said the authorisation follows international regulatory standards. It also supports Nigeria’s plan to widen broadband delivery
Business School – Understanding AI and how it Works – Lesson 2
Understanding AI Subfields This AI lesson provides detailed breakdowns of: Each section includes how it works and real-world African applications. Introduction Artificial Intelligence is not a single technology but rather a collection of specialised fields, each addressing different aspects of how machines can learn, understand, and interact with the world. This tutorial breaks down the
Breaking News Today – Thursday 15 January 2026
Business News Today Bitcoin Bounces Back Yesterday saw crypto majors surging back into the investor spotlight Yesterday, January 14, 2026, with Bitcoin (BTC) briefly hitting highs above $97,500, up about 4.4% amid renewed risk-on sentiment and ETF inflows. This was its strongest level in over two months, driven by technical breakouts and macro factors