Former two-time UFC Middleweight Champion Israel Adesanya has been officially inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame, joining the Fight Wing for his iconic 2019 clash with Kelvin Gastelum. The ceremony took place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, with Adesanya receiving one of the sport’s highest honours in front of a global audience. Adesanya, 35, was recognised […]
When Funke Egberongbe received a letter from Irish immigration authorities years ago, it felt like the final blow. It wasn’t just the threat of deportation, it was the fear that everything she had hoped, prayed, and endured for would be erased in a single decision. But she didn’t fold. She held on. Nearly two decades later, that same woman, […]
Abidemi Babatunde Babalola – an unsung scholar until now has shattered long‑held assumptions about African innovation. His groundbreaking work on ancient glass bead production in Ile‑Ife has earned him the prestigious 2025 Dan David Prize, often regarded as the world’s largest award in historical research, carrying a $300,000 award . Babalola’s research uncovers a vibrant history of indigenous glassmaking […]
Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt has been officially named a Guinness World Records ICON, in recognition of his enduring dominance in track and field and his unbroken world records that continue to defy time. The announcement was made this week by Guinness World Records, honouring Bolt not just for his achievements, but for the global inspiration he represents in […]
At 29, Michelle Adepoju is redefining luxury fashion by blending her British-Nigerian heritage with traditional African craftsmanship. Her brand, KÍLÈNTÁR, has emerged as a beacon of innovation, sustainability, and cultural pride in the fashion industry. Pulse NigeriaForbes+11Essence+11Essence+11 Growing up in the UK, Adepoju developed a passion for fashion early on, often reimagining thrift store finds into unique pieces. This […]
Who is Danny Manu? The British-Ghanaian Tech Visionary Breaking Language Barriers – One Earbud at a Time By all accounts, Danny Manu shouldn’t be here. Not in the halls of global tech recognition. Not on Forbes’ radar. And certainly not as the mind behind one of the most groundbreaking communication tools in the world today: earbuds that translate languages […]
Jamie Foxx’s Emotional Comeback At the 25th BET Awards in Los Angeles, Jamie Foxx received the prestigious Ultimate Icon Award, marking a triumphant return after suffering a near‑fatal stroke in April 2023. Presented by Stevie Wonder, Foxx broke down during his acceptance speech, calling it his “second chance” at life. He offered heartfelt thanks to his sister Deidra and […]
In 2025, the number of female billionaires has reached a new high, with 406 women making Forbes’ list of the world’s 3,028 billionaires, accounting for 13.4% of the total. This marks a slight increase from 2024, where women represented 13.3% of the list. Forbes Here are the top 10 richest women in the world as of 2025: 1. Alice […]
Herbert Mensah is a big name in the world of sports in Africa. He has done amazing things for rugby, especially in Ghana, and his journey shows how strong leadership and a passion for growth can make a difference. In March 2023, Herbert became the President of Rugby Africa. He brought a lot of experience and new ideas to […]
At 17, most teenagers are focused on navigating adolescence. Mongiwa Hazel Ntuli was navigating university-level actuarial formulas—and graduating. One of the youngest-ever graduates from the University of Pretoria, Hazel earned her degree in Actuarial Science before many students her age had even chosen a career path. But this isn’t just a feel-good story about academic brilliance. It’s a story […]
