A digital transformation is unfolding across Africa, with digital payments projected to add $1.5 trillion to the continent’s...
EDITOR'S PICKS
At Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona, Spain, Econet Wireless Zimbabwe (ZSE: ECO.ZW) and Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) announced...
Dr. Angela Tabiri had not set out to become a mathematician. Growing up in Ashaiman, a bustling, working-class...
TOP TRENDING
A new report from NETSCOUT Sytems reveals a troubling trend in the intersection of cyberwarfare and global sociopolitical...
Before enrolling in a recent training program led by Amazon Web Services (AWS), Cecilia K’Owiti, a second-year computer...
A digital transformation is unfolding across Africa, with digital payments projected to add $1.5 trillion to the continent’s...
Kenya’s younger generation is emerging as a driving force behind the country’s digital asset adoption, recognizing the potential...
Automated processes across banking, financing, insurance and other financial services are dependent on complex infrastructures that span both...
Google is rolling out AI-powered weather forecasts across Africa, offering a new level of precision in short-term precipitation...
Google has introduced Gemini 2.5, the latest iteration of its artificial intelligence model, which the company describes as...
Global cryptocurrency exchange Binance hosted a community event in Kenya, bringing together regulators, industry leaders, and crypto enthusiasts...
As Africa’s Web3 economy expands, cryptocurrency fraud has emerged as a major concern, prompting industry leaders and regulators...
FUTURISM
Kenya’s healthcare leaders bet on AI to cut costs and expand coverage
As Kenya embraces artificial intelligence in health insurance, industry leaders see a future where real-time data and automation reduce costs, improve efficiency, and expand access—bringing affordable healthcare closer to millions
How mobile health is expanding telemedicine access across Africa
Emerging technologies like AI-powered diagnostics and enhanced mobile networks are driving advancements
AKABAS: Kick off 2025 with new Performance Max features
New controls and reporting improvements are coming to Performance Max. The ability to segment your asset group performance is rolling out now in all Performance Max campaigns. You can break down your results more granularly, including seeing conversions by device, time and more
Sub-Saharan Africa lags behind in global AI revolution – Report
In a stark illustration of the widening global technology gap, Sub-Saharan Africa has emerged as the region most vulnerable to disruption from artificial intelligence. Despite having one of the world's youngest populations – a potential advantage in the digital age – the region faces deep structural challenges in education, labor protection, and technological infrastructure.
Samsung goes ‘all in’ on generative AI as it prepares to launch the Galaxy S25 Series in Kenya
With One UI 7, Samsung introduces its inaugural fully integrated AI platform, transforming the device into an AI companion capable of understanding natural language via text, speech, and images. This advancement might establish a new benchmark for multimodal mobile AI, fostering an era of unparalleled creativity
Quantum leap or quantum risk? Balancing innovation and security in South Africa
The dual nature of quantum computing—as both a catalyst for innovation and a potential security risk—necessitates a balanced approach
Breaking new ground in light-based computing: The next wave of photonic innovation
Experts have noted several challenges that must be addressed in moulding the future of optical modulators, including technological bottlenecks, high production costs, non-uniformity in devices, substantial time investment and lack of standardized procedures
4IR STARTUPS
Hydrobox secures $9 million to expand clean energy access in Kenya
Hydrobox has powered over 10,000 homes and small businesses, delivering not just electricity but also transformative opportunities
Black Founders Fund startups raised $379 million, created 6,000 jobs – Report
Despite Africa’s rising status as a global innovation hub, Black entrepreneurs still face substantial barriers, including limited access to capital. African startups account for less than 1% of global venture capital funding, with women-led and marginalized entrepreneurs particularly underrepresented
XA Network launches XA Africa to connect African startups to global expertise
XA Africa aims to connect exceptional African tech founders with seasoned investors and industry experts, primarily from global and regional technology companies, to provide not just capital but also the guidance and support needed to scale their ventures
BuuPass expands bus management system
Beyond improving internal efficiencies, the BMS offers rich customer and business analytics, providing insights into passenger trends, popular routes, and overall business performance. This data-driven approach allows operators to optimize routes, improve scheduling, and avoid under- or over-servicing specific areas
Kenyan electric mobility firm Roam shines on global 2024 Impact/100 list
The company's work directly supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on reducing carbon emissions (Goal 13: Climate Action), promoting sustainable urban transport (Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities), and fostering economic growth and job creation (Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth)
Ghanaian startup Kofa is expanding its battery-swapping with the launch of $8 million SPV
Kofa will focus on managing the battery network and supporting SPV operations, ensuring users have access to fully charged batteries anytime
South African startup Fintr uses gamification to teach financial literacy to youth
Almost 1,000 people have so far used Fintr’s digital games, and the company is set on expanding its offering. It has built FinMaster, a board game that aims to be the modern-day Monopoly, and is taking pre-orders
METAVERSE
As Africa positions itself as a global hub for business process outsourcing (BPO), new research warns that nearly...
Before enrolling in a recent training program led by Amazon Web Services (AWS), Cecilia K’Owiti, a second-year computer...
Google is rolling out AI-powered weather forecasts across Africa, offering a new level of precision in short-term precipitation...
Google has introduced Gemini 2.5, the latest iteration of its artificial intelligence model, which the company describes as...
As artificial intelligence accelerates demand for high-performance computing (HPC), the race is on to keep the world’s data...
At Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona, Spain, Econet Wireless Zimbabwe (ZSE: ECO.ZW) and Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) announced...
Health insurance and technology leaders in Kenya see Artificial Intelligence (AI) and real-time data as pivotal tools for...
Artificial intelligence (AI) systems, increasingly embedded in sectors like healthcare, law enforcement, and education, are not the neutral...
When discussing advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI) models, whether they are niche analytical tools or Large Language Models...
EDITOR'S PICKS
A digital transformation is unfolding across Africa, with digital payments projected to add $1.5 trillion to the continent’s...
At Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona, Spain, Econet Wireless Zimbabwe (ZSE: ECO.ZW) and Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) announced...
Dr. Angela Tabiri had not set out to become a mathematician. Growing up in Ashaiman, a bustling, working-class...
BLOCKCHAIN
How Trump’s tariffs are triggering global crypto tumult
These developments have jolted crypto markets into a state of high alert. As trade tensions rose, the report shows, Bitcoin's price swings intensified—culminating in one of its sharpest one-day drops since the COVID-19 crash of 2020. Volatility, particularly for Ethereum, spiked to above 100%, from a pre-crisis level of around 50%
How Kenya’s youth population is driving digital asset adoption, blending crypto with legacy finance
Kenya has long been a leader in mobile money adoption, and now young people are extending this innovation into digital assets. From freelancers accepting global payments to small business owners using crypto for cross-border transactions, digital assets are opening up new economic opportunities that complement traditional financial systems
Kenya’s ICT Ministry reiterates its commitment to crypto education
Binance is investing in crypto education and upskilling initiatives through programs like Crypto School, which provides locally tailored courses for Kenyans to learn about cryptocurrency and blockchain at their own pace. Binance Academy also continues to provide educational resources to help users make informed financial decisions
How Binance is tackling crypto scams and pushing for regulatory clarity in Africa
While regulatory uncertainty has slowed crypto adoption in some nations, recent collaborations with industry leaders are helping governments formulate clearer frameworks and strengthen cybersecurity defenses
Binance’s International Women’s Day event highlights the need for more female voices in Web3
Women were encouraged to step up as leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs in the Web3 space, with the ultimate goal of positioning Africa as a key player in the global digital economy
KHOMIAKOV: The long game of crypto: Mastering risk management and security
Criminals can break into wallets, exchanges, or blockchain networks by exploiting vulnerabilities in their security systems. These are technical, often highly sophisticated attacks that use malware, phishing links, or direct code exploitation to siphon funds
Binance’s 21st milestone: Paving the way for regulatory opportunities in Kenya
Markets across the globe are recognising the role of digital assets in shaping the future of finance. As seen in Brazil, clear regulatory frameworks can unlock new opportunities for businesses and users in Kenya
AI / BIG DATA
In Africa’s tech outsourcing boom, AI threatens nearly half of jobs by 2030
Customer experience roles, which account for 44% of employment in the BPO sector, are among the most affected, with half of tasks in these roles being automatable. Finance and accounting positions in the BPO sector face similar challenges, with nearly two-thirds of junior-level tasks at risk.
Kenyan computing students get a head start with AWS cloud training at UoN
As part of its outreach, AWS encouraged students who completed the training to pursue certification as AWS Cloud Practitioners and explore additional courses on AWS Educate and AWS Skills Builder, which offers over 500 free online courses
Google brings AI-powered weather forecasts to Africa, filling crucial data gaps
Using AI and satellite observations, the model was able to fill in the gaps, even in areas where radar was unavailable, overcoming previous limitations in data sparse regions
Google unveils Gemini 2.5, its most advanced AI model yet
Developers and enterprises can start experimenting with Gemini 2.5 Pro in Google AI Studio now, and Gemini Advanced users can select it in the model dropdown on desktop and mobile
The race to cool AI: Vertiv’s thermal solution tackles high-density computing
The system is optimized for environments where supply water temperatures fluctuate up to 40°C and cold plate functionality reaches 45°C, making it particularly suited for high-density AI workloads.
Kenya’s healthcare leaders bet on AI to cut costs and expand coverage
As Kenya embraces artificial intelligence in health insurance, industry leaders see a future where real-time data and automation reduce costs, improve efficiency, and expand access—bringing affordable healthcare closer to millions
How AI systems are entrenching global racism
Experts advocate for mandatory third-party bias audits, transparency laws forcing companies to disclose training data, and global standards anchored in human rights frameworks like the UN’s International Convention on Racial Discrimination
CYBER SECURITY
A new report from NETSCOUT Sytems reveals a troubling trend in the intersection of cyberwarfare and global sociopolitical...
Automated processes across banking, financing, insurance and other financial services are dependent on complex infrastructures that span both...
As Africa’s Web3 economy expands, cryptocurrency fraud has emerged as a major concern, prompting industry leaders and regulators...
Africa’s digital transformation is unfolding at a breakneck pace, with internet users surpassing 700 million and mobile technologies...
Connectivity and automation have undeniably revolutionised the manufacturing sector, boosting efficiency and productivity. However, they have also introduced...
The United Nations aviation agency, based in Montreal, is investigating an information security breach involving the alleged release...
A cyberattack on Kenya’s Micro and Small Enterprise Authority (MSEA) has compromised sensitive government and business data, with...
In a landmark collaboration, Kaspersky has partnered with INTERPOL and AFRIPOL for Operation Serengeti, a continent-wide initiative targeting...
Kenya lost a staggering $83 million (Sh10.71 billion) to cybercrime in 2023, according to the Communications Authority of...