Africa’s Leading Online Fashion Retailer Is Shutting Down

 

Industrie Africa, the continent’s leading online multi-brand fashion retailer, is closing down just five years after launch, highlighting the volatility of the current e-commerce model on a regional and global scale.

On April 30, the e-commerce platform founded by Tanzanian fashion entrepreneur Nisha Kanabar will transition into Industrie Africa Plus (IA+), an advisory firm that will collaborate with luxury hotels, cultural institutions, and premium retail hubs to showcase fashion from the continent in new physical locations, such as concept

Nine Tanzanian art groups awarded grants

 

NINE Tanzanian Art groups have been awarded a total of 188.4m/- under the Feel Free Grant 2026, a major initiative aimed at strengthening the country’s fast-growing creative industry.

The Grants administered by Nafasi Art Space recognise outstanding creativity and socially impactful work across a range of artistic disciplines.

Speaking in Dar es Salaam early this week, the Director of Nafasi Art Lilian Hipolity said the findings would support innovative projects, expand artistic expression and

Celine Dion Announces Comeback Concerts Amid Battle With Incurable Disease

 

Famous Canadian music star, Celine Dion, has announced return to the stage after years of her battle with incurable illness.

Announcing her return in a now trending video shared on her Instagram page to celebrate her 58th birthday, the singer said she’s returning with with a concert series in Paris, France starting from September September 12 to October 14 2026.

While appreciating her fans for their prayers and love, Celine Dion said “You have

‘Eat Your Award,’ Lily Afe Reacts To AMVCA Snub

Nigerian actress and film producer Lilian Afegbai, popularly known as Lily Afe, has reacted to the list of nominations for the upcoming Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA). 

The actress expressed disappointment over her omission from the Best Supporting Actress category.

Lily Afe spoke out after she was not nominated for her role as Idia in To Kill a

Funke Akindele, Toyin Abraham Unfollow Each Other After Iyabo Ojo’s Movie Premiere Drama

 

Nollywood movie giants, Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham have unfollowed each other on Instagram.

The development came a few hours after Funke publicly snubbed Toyin during Iyabo Ojo’s movie premiere on Sunday.

Reacting to the snub, Toyin vowed never to greet Funke again, stating that she has

Ultra-Processed Foods Linked To 67% Higher Risk Of Heart Attack, Stroke — Study

 

Consuming high amounts of ultra-processed foods, such as chips, frozen meals, sugary drinks, and packaged snacks, may significantly increase the risk of serious cardiovascular problems, including heart attacks and strokes.

A major U.S. study found that individuals who ate about nine servings of these foods daily had a 67 per cent higher risk of heart attacks, strokes, or death from heart disease compared to those who consumed roughly one serving per day. The association was even stronger among Black Americans than in other racial groups.

Presented at the American College of Cardiology Annual Scientific Session, the study found that each additional daily serving of ultra-processed food increased the

12 Tons Of Kitkat Bars Swiped In Europe Chocolate Heist

 

Thieves have pulled off a sweet heist in Europe, stealing 12 tons of KitKat bars worth a fortune in chocolate joy. 

The truck carrying 413,793 units of KitKat’s new Formula One-themed chocolate range vanished while traveling from central Italy to Poland. 

In a statement, KitKat revealed that the confectionery, which is manufactured by Swiss firm Nestle, was stolen when the vehicle was distributing the bars along a