Wondering what grabbed headlines in Africa this May? We’ve got you covered with the top stories you should know about. From thrilling sports transfers to urgent weather warnings and lively business initiatives, here’s what’s shaping up across the continent.
Trent Alexander-Arnold’s switch from Liverpool to Real Madrid caught many by surprise. The deal, valued at €10 million, comes just in time for the 2025 Club World Cup, as FIFA’s special transfer window made the move possible. This ends a memorable stint for the player at Anfield and sets him up for an exciting new chapter in Spain.
Transfers like this don’t just affect clubs—they create buzz across the sports community in Africa and beyond. Fans are already keen to see how Alexander-Arnold adapts to his new team and competition.
Small and medium-sized businesses in Nigeria have a new ally. Access Bank teamed up with Deloitte to roll out an SME Business Clinic countrywide. This initiative provides entrepreneurs with expert advice on finance, compliance, and growth—tailored to help Nigeria’s SMEs thrive.
Over 50 professionals from Deloitte are personally guiding business owners in different cities. These one-on-one sessions are designed to take the stress out of managing your business’s money and regulations, giving local owners a better shot at success.
On the flip side, challenges like education testing controversies and legal disputes highlight ongoing social tensions. For instance, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council is up in arms about the UTME exam resit rules in Southeast Nigeria, demanding fair treatment after technical glitches disrupted the process. Meanwhile, a defamation case involving social critic VDM and gospel singer Mercy Chinwo is making headlines, raising questions about free speech and accountability.
Weather is another pressing concern. South Africa faces heavy rainfall warnings, with floods risking damage and displacement. These alerts show how unpredictable weather impacts the daily lives of many communities, reminding everyone to stay prepared.
May 2025 showed us Africa's vibrant mix of sports excitement, entrepreneurial energy, social debates, and environmental challenges. Staying tuned to these stories helps us understand the continent’s pulse and what’s coming next.
Trent Alexander-Arnold leaves Liverpool for Real Madrid in a €10m deal, joining the Spanish giants before the 2025 Club World Cup. The transfer leverages FIFA's special window and ends his storied time at Anfield.
Access Bank and Deloitte have joined forces to launch a nationwide SME Business Clinic, providing expert guidance and tools for Nigerian small and medium-sized enterprises. Over 50 Deloitte professionals are offering one-on-one advice on financial management, compliance, and growth strategies in cities across Nigeria.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council is demanding automatic 300 scores for Southeast UTME candidates after JAMB rescheduled exams due to technical issues. The organization calls the resit unfair, citing stress and security concerns, and threatens legal action over what it deems systemic injustice.
Severe weather warnings are out for much of South Africa as heavy rains are set to hit central and eastern provinces until 8 January 2025. Major flood risks could threaten infrastructure, displace communities, and disrupt essential services. Authorities urge caution amid escalating orange and yellow-level weather alerts.
Social critic VDM skipped a court hearing in the defamation suit brought by gospel singer Mercy Chinwo, prompting a bench warrant for his arrest. Chinwo accuses VDM of false claims about her finances and alleged manipulation of her former manager’s detention, which her legal team says is baseless. VDM, meanwhile, claims the judiciary cannot silence him.
