Joy Onuorah, THEWILL

Paramount Seals $110bn Warner Bros Deal With Streaming Shake-Up Ahead

The transaction closed on Tuesday, October 6, according to a regulatory filing. Warner Bros. Discovery became a wholly owned subsidiary of the combined business, now called Skydance Corporation, with its shareholders receiving approximately $31.02 per share in cash.

Diesel Relief In Doubt As G7 Oil Pledge Faces Delivery Questions

Plans to ease global diesel shortages face uncertainty over how much additional fuel countries will supply, as the International Energy Agency prepares to work through the G7’s emergency reserves pledge.

South Africa Puts Batteries, Gas First In 9.6GW Power Push

South Africa will prioritise 9.6 gigawatts of battery storage and gas-fired power, putting the ability to deliver electricity when needed ahead of another round of wind and solar procurement.

South Korean Megachurch Fears Data Leak Affecting 850,000 Members

South Korea’s Yoido Full Gospel Church said on Wednesday that personal information relating to 850,000 members may have leaked, as investigations into suspected cyberattacks spread to two of Seoul’s largest congregations.

IMF Warns Of Higher Bills As AI Boom Bypasses Many Economies

Countries receiving little of the investment pouring into artificial intelligence still face the rising energy costs and financial pressures reshaping the global economy, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warned on Wednesday.

Visa Opens Doors To 21 African Fintechs Seeking Investors And Customers

Visa has selected 21 African fintech companies for an accelerator that will connect founders with financial institutions, technical specialists and prospective investors as they seek to expand their businesses.

ARC Scholarships Offer Nigerians Tuition, Travel And Living Support To Study Abroad

Nigerian graduates seeking postgraduate training in actuarial science, insurance and agricultural statistics have until early Thursday to apply for scholarships covering tuition, living expenses and travel at participating African institutions.

₦13.3bn Paid, ₦1.7bn Pending In Tertiary Staff Loan Scheme

Nigeria’s tertiary institution staff loan scheme has paid ₦13.3 billion to 7,450 beneficiaries, with another ₦1.7 billion undergoing institutional processing.

$1.5m Climate Research Grants Close For Nigerian Applicants

Eligible Nigerian researchers have until 5 pm WAT on Tuesday, October 6, to submit letters of intent for Simons Foundation grants supporting research into solar radiation management.

Nigerian Nonprofits Have Until 5pm To Apply For Citi’s $500,000 Grants

Nigerian non-profits helping young people develop digital skills and find work have until 5 pm WAT today, October 6, to submit an initial application for Citi Foundation grants worth $500,000 each.

About Me

Joy Onuorah is a business journalist and brand communications specialist covering financial markets, artificial intelligence, digital economy, and the ideas reshaping business across Africa and the global market. Beyond her reporting for TheWill, Joy uses brand strategy, storytelling, copywriting, and high-value SEO to help brands build lasting market authority.
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