The country of São Tomé and Príncipe, which is one of the smallest in Africa, has taken a big step towards closing its digital gap. Starlink is an internet service that uses satellites and was created by SpaceX. It has now been made available across the country. This move promises to make big changes in […]
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 […]
Google, an American multinational technology company, introduced its Search Generative Experience (SGE) as an opt-in experiment in Search Labs in Africa on 9 November, 2023. Google’s AI-powered experience is available in various countries in Africa. Search Generative Experience (SGE) aims to redefine the capabilities of a search engine and how social media users interact with […]
In April, Smart Africa held its Transform Africa Summit in Zimbabwe. Attended by 5 heads of state and ministers from 44 countries alongside 4,000 delegates from 91 countries, the event also saw the consummation of multiple deals significant for Africa’s digital future. Smart Africa is a bold and innovative commitment from African heads of state […]
Social media platform X, previously Twitter, will soon come up with xAI integration. Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup xAI will also get a new app soon. Elon Musk’s startup xAI’s integration into the X app will help to transfer the social media platform into an ‘everything app’. In July, Elon Musk launched his artificial intelligence […]
The price of DStv and GOtv packages have increased in Nigeria, with a raise of at least 19 per cent. Multichoice Nigeria, the Pay-TV operator, has declared an increase for its DStv and GOtv packages. The latest increment will take effect on November 6. This move has drawn sharp criticism from Nigerians. How much is […]
Malawi in southeastern Africa has a fertile soil and a subtropical climate well-suited for agriculture, with more than 80% of its population engaged in farming. While the agricultural sector is a mainstay of the economy, the climate emergency has made rainy and dry seasons less consistent, which could significantly impact crop yields. A number of […]
Enhancing cybersecurity in East Africa CyberSOC Africa, a leading cybersecurity company, has taken a significant step towards bolstering digital security in East Africa by expanding its operations into Kenya. This strategic move is part of the company’s broader vision to extend its cybersecurity services and expertise across the African continent. Empowering government agencies and organizations […]
The Federal government of Nigeria has said that around three million jobs will be created in the digital technology sector within four years. Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, the current Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency of Nigeria, said that three million jobs would be created within the next four years. On the sidelines of […]
Africa’s cloud market is growing fast with various cloud partnerships. Africa is one of the global regions where a large portion of demand for cloud services is expected to increase in the coming years. The demand for cloud computing services in the African continent is growing at a rate between 25% and 30% annually. Recently, […]
X Corp, formerly known as Twitter, has experienced a significant decline in user visits, affecting the popularity of the micro-blogging site. The decline in X global traffic can be challenging for Elon Musk, who purchased the social media platform in October 2022. In September, social media platform X witnessed decline in user visits, which decreased […]
Africa’s tech ecosystem has experienced exponential growth in recent years, enjoying a glorious ride of securing investments worth millions in its early days to attracting billions today. The successes are not that hard to track amid prominent surging numbers of startups across the continent and the daily funding rounds. Between 2022 and April 2023, 711 […]
Technology is redundant if there is no power to drive it. While Africa’s economic potential is enormous, the critical barriers to overcome remain political and infrastructural, not technical. This year’s Africa Tech Festival will bring these challenges under the spotlight and discuss the essential role of sustainability and renewable energy in advancing tech growth. Returning […]
Netflix, an American over-the-top streaming service company, is expected to increase its subscription price. It could hike prices after the end of the Hollywood actors strike. Will Netflix hike prices in the African region? What can Africans expect? Netflix’s crackdown on password-sharing increased its subscribers by about 6 million in the third quarter. Netflix curbed […]
Microsoft has bought Activision Blizzard for a big amount of $69 billion (R 1,311,504 million). This is one of the biggest deals ever in gaming history. Here’s why this is a big deal and what it could mean for you and other gamers in Africa. Why Did Microsoft Buy Activision? Microsoft, the company that makes […]
Adobe just had its Adobe MAX 2023 conference, and they unveiled some cool stuff about AI and creativity. They’re really focusing on using AI in their Creative Cloud apps. They introduced three new AI models in their Firefly family. One is for images, another for vector graphics, and the third helps make template designs quickly. […]
Netflix, the subscription video on-demand over-the-top streaming service, has planned to end its free mobile plan in Kenya. Netflix has decided to discontinue its free mobile plan in Kenya after two years. Under the plan, users were able to access a quarter of Netflix shows and movies without paying money for two years. Now, Netflix […]
Toyota, in partnership with Sasol and Air Products, recently demonstrated their hydrogen ecosystem in South Africa. They showcased the first hydrogen-powered drive on local soil. The potential of hydrogen in SA has emerged as a game-changer in sustainable transportation. However, there are challenges to overcome before hydrogen fuel becomes a viable option in the country. […]
Frogfoot Networks, has announced a new prepaid fiber offering called Frogfoot RISE. They plan to roll out this service to around 40,000 to 45,000 homes over the next three to six months. The initial phase will focus on areas in the Western Cape, such as Vrygrond and Phillipi, which currently have limited access to fiber […]
Different social media platforms are getting popular in Africa in 2023. GeoPoll, the world’s largest mobile survey platform, has also conducted research across four African countries – Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa – to analyze top social media trends in Africa in 2023. Do you want to know about surprising social media trends in […]