Morning heat sits on the fields, noisy birds, a short beep on a farmer’s phone. Smart farming tips arrive, seed orders confirmed, harvest pickup set. Nigerian agritech looks practical today, not distant at all. Smart farming through tech sits in real soil. That’s how it reads here. Why Nigeria needs “smart farming” Smallholders still do […]
Mobile payments are redefining how people live, work and transact money in Central Africa. By bridging the financial gap, these systems empower people and small businesses especially in the rural and underserved areas. This is because people are now able to access savings, credit and insurance services that they were previously unable to reach because […]
Sub-Saharan Africa’s credit services provider, Unifi, enables its customers to apply for short-term personal loans and have the money in the bank within minutes. This incredible speed puts Unifi way ahead of similar products in the industry and makes life easier for customers in underserved markets. ‘While all of our customers are formally employed, like […]
Controversial Namibia Cull: Drought Food Security Response Namibia, known for its abundance of wildlife, is experiencing one of the worst droughts of the century, which has led to a drastic measure being put forward: the culling of over 700 wild animals for meat to feed the underprivileged populations. This has been described as a highly […]
Al-Qaeda-linked terrorists killed at least 100 people, including troops and peasants, in the Barsalogho commune in central Burkina Faso in a catastrophic attack spanning over the weekend. One of the bloodiest events this year in the nation of conflict-torn West Africa, the attack happened around 80 kilometers from the city, Ouagadougou. Video footage examined by […]
On Sunday, a number of airstrikes on the village of Tinzaouatine, in northern Mali bordering Algeria, killed 21 civilians, including 11 children. The airstrikes hit a pharmacy before reaching the nearby civilians. This was confirmed by Mali’s armed forces, who claimed the operation was to neutralize terrorists in the region. The coalition groups of the […]
Nigeria’s energy landscape is about to be turned upside down by the Dangote refinery on the outskirts of Lagos, which is due to start producing petrol in mid-September. This huge industrial complex, built by Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, has a processing capacity of 650,000 barrels a day and is positioned as a key player […]
Declared a public health emergency in response to the growing MPox epidemic across the African Union, the health watchdog of the union As the virus is spreading quickly, Jean Kaseya, head of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), makes a major call to action with her declaration. “I declare with a […]
Under the continuous crisis, the field hospital of the United Arab Emirates in Gaza keeps offering vital medical treatments to Rafah people. The medical team has been treating a consistent flow of injured women and children as well as patients with chronic conditions, according to orthopaedic surgery expert Dr. Saif Al-Mehrzi of the hospital. Among […]
Prices on the menu at a small hotel on the outskirts of the Ethiopian capital have been erased. It was no mistake, say the waiters, as businesses in Addis Ababa struggle with rampant inflation since the government introduced a flexible exchange rate policy at the end of last month. The value of the Ethiopian birr […]
Black culture is a complex tapestry of art, music, and history spanning the vivid rhythms of jazz to the bold designs of traditional African fabrics. Representing resilience, power, and beauty, flowers have been rather important in African American society. Ten flowers having particular significance and symbolism within black culture—each a potent mirror of the community […]
Boasting an ultra-fast processor and plenty of storage capacity, this smartphone has a stunning screen and a robust battery to keep you on the move. You’ll be able to capture every detail of every moment thanks to its advanced camera system, which includes an impressive 200 megapixel sensor for crystal-clear photos. Adopt the future of […]
The Connected Africa Summit 2024 is poised to transcend the conventional boundaries of growth by focusing on shaping the future of a connected Africa while unlocking growth beyond mere connectivity. With leaders like President William Ruto and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi at the forefront, this summit is set to drive Africa’s technological advancement. During […]
Woolworths farmers have taken a significant step towards agricultural innovation by launching the Farming for the Future campaign, which embraces the power of technology. At the heart of this initiative is the integration of drone technology to identify plants under stress, enabling farmers to make data-driven decisions and conserve water resources. By utilizing drones equipped […]
In the pursuit of optimizing utility revenue collection, the implementation of prepaid smart meters and effective customer management strategies has proven to be a transformative approach. This article explores a successful case study where a utility company achieved significant revenue growth by adopting prepaid smart meters and taking proactive measures against non-paying customers. Discover how […]
Nearly 70% of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Africa have recognized the positive impact of technology on their growth and resilience, leading them to invest in technology solutions over the past 12 months. This significant adoption of technology indicates that SMEs in Africa are embracing digitalization and its potential benefits. The recently launched report, […]
In 2004, Larry Page and Sergey Brin introduced Gmail, forever changing the landscape of email communication. As Gmail celebrates its 20th anniversary, we look back at its remarkable evolution and the transformative impact it has had on the way we connect and communicate. Launched on April 1st, Gmail’s debut seemed like an April Fool’s joke […]
The United States has filed a lawsuit against Apple, alleging that the tech giant has employed anti-competitive practices that negatively impact both consumers and developers. Attorney General Merrick Garland stated that the Department of Justice, along with 15 states and the District of Columbia, has sued Apple in the U.S. District Court for the District […]
The EU’s Strategy on Africa and Digital Transformation The European Commission’s president, Ursula von der Leyen, has demonstrated a strong commitment to Africa by visiting the African Union headquarters in Ethiopia twice within her first 100 days in office. The European Union’s Strategy on Africa, released in March 2020, outlines five key pillars, with digital […]
Morocco has unveiled its ambitious plan, known as the “Morocco Offer,” aimed at fostering the development of the green hydrogen sector within its territory. Recognized as a promising future exporter of green hydrogen, the country is now taking concrete steps to realize this potential by releasing initial details of its hydrogen strategy. According to a […]