Technology trends, startups, and innovation in Africa
As the year draws to a close and people take stock of their financial goals, many are searching for practical ways to enter the new year on a stronger footing. Rising living costs and economic uncertainty have made it increasingly necessary for individuals to find additional income streams.
A major cybersecurity breach in Somalia’s electronic visa system has exposed the personal data of nearly 35,000 travelers, raising significant concerns about the country’s digital security infrastructure and the safety of international visitors.
The African Union (AU) has announced an ambitious $30 billion investment plan to overhaul and modernize aviation infrastructure across Africa — a move set to transform the continent’s air transport sector and drive economic integration under the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM) initiative.
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) Hackathon Africa 2025 will run from September to November in over 40 cities, driving digital and AI sovereignty by weaving African languages, cultures, and priorities into AI systems.
In a bold new effort to curb rampant poaching, South African scientists have begun injecting rhino horns with trace amounts of radioactive material—safe for the animals but detectable by radiation scanners.
In a significant step toward strengthening regional digital infrastructure, Kenya and Tanzania on Monday inaugurated the Terrestrial Fiber Link, directly connecting the coastal hubs of Mombasa and Dar es Salaam.
Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok sparked outrage after it named Adolf Hitler as the best 20th-century leader to deal with "anti-white hate," prompting viral backlash on X.
In recognition of World Youth Skills Day, we spotlight young African tech entrepreneurs who are harnessing AI and digital skills to drive innovation, build businesses, and empower their communities.
The cancellation of the Akon City project has left the Mbodiene village community disappointed.
Africa's urban landscape is rapidly evolving. The latest IMD Smart City Index has ranked Africa's top 5 smart cities, evaluating them based on technological and economic advancements.
Ghana has signed a $1 billion deal with the UAE to launch the Ghana-UAE Tech Hub.