East African Community places universities at centre of regional AI strategy
The East African Community adopts an AI strategy focusing on universities to boost AI skills, research and Kiswahili AI standards across member states.
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Absa cuts debt review time from four days to one using AI
Absa uses AI to reduce debt review application processing from four days to one, improving efficiency and customer experience.
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South Africa’s PSET launches AI-first platform to automate student admissions
PSET’s new platform uses AI to reduce workload in South African admissions offices, speeding up application processing and improving efficiency.
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Ocient raises $100m to boost enterprise agentic AI platform
Chicago-based Ocient secured $100 million in Series C funding to accelerate its AI data analytics platform for large-scale enterprise use.
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AI-powered appliances face infrastructure hurdles in Africa
Unstable power and limited internet access could delay AI appliance adoption in Africa, despite growing interest from manufacturers.
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Humble Robotics raises $51 million to develop autonomous freight trucks
Humble Robotics secured $51 million in Series A funding to advance autonomous electric trucks for regional freight, aiming for a 2027 commercial launch.
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African startups use US for fundraising, UK for licences, UAE for operations
A study of 100 African tech firms shows US leads in incorporation, UK in licences and teams, UAE in operations.
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Kalepa raises $75m to expand AI insurance software
Kalepa secured $75 million in Series B funding to grow its AI platform for insurance underwriting and enter new markets.
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Kenya leads East Africa in youth AI readiness, ranks 22nd in Commonwealth
Kenya tops East African Community countries in youth AI readiness, scoring 48.7 and ranking 22nd among 56 Commonwealth nations.
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Google DeepMind launches Gemini Omni 1.2 Flash with 15-second video clips and 30% lower cost
Gemini Omni 1.2 Flash offers longer 15-second videos, improved consistency, multi-turn editing, and 30% cost reduction for video generation.
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Web3Bridge shifts focus from developer training to startup incubation
After seven years training blockchain developers, Nigerian firm Web3Bridge launches a founder residency to support African tech startups.
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CSIR develops underwater system to transmit sonar data faster
South African researchers are advancing underwater communication tech that can transmit sonar images to the surface almost instantly.
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South African manufacturer scales output for global satellite industry
A Somerset West company is scaling production for the global space industry, with hardware already used on over 2,500 satellite missions worldwide.
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US backs Phalaborwa rare earths project with $50 million
The rare earths project in Phalaborwa receives $50 million investment to support a sustainable mineral supply chain.
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Wits Physicist Advances Quantum Internet Project in South Africa
South Africa’s quantum internet project led by Wits physicist Andrew Forbes could transform national infrastructure, offering speeds millions of times faster than today.
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Senegalese Architect Advances Earth Construction in Dakar
Nzinga B. Mboup leads the way in earth architecture Senegal, promoting sustainable building practices rooted in tradition.
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Kenya and Ghana Confront Toxic E‑Waste Dumping in Landmark Policy Brief
Examine the crisis of toxic e‑waste dumping in Kenya and Ghana and the urgent need for enforcement of recycling laws.
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Tanzania Parliament Urges Acceleration of ICT Backbone to DR Congo
Tanzania’s Parliamentary Committee on Infrastructure has urged government to fast‑track the National ICT Backbone extension into DR Congo.
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SALT and Lesedi Help Classify Unusual Stellar System from Rubin Data
South African telescopes are responding to Rubin Observatory alerts. SALT and Lesedi are helping classify a rare stellar system and boosting astro-tourism in Sutherland.
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Cassava Technologies Launches Cloud Partner Programme to Accelerate AI Adoption
Get insights into the Cassava Cloud Partner Programme and its role in enhancing technology collaboration across continents.
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South African researchers detect cosmic radio laser
South Africans react to the fascinating findings of a radio laser, a megamaser that reveals insights into galaxy collisions.
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Archaeologists in Egypt have uncovered a 4,300‑year‑old intact mummy at Saqqara
Archaeologists uncover a 4,300‑year‑old intact mummy at Saqqara. The discovery has people debating on grave ethics and cultural preservation. #Egypt #Saqqara #Archaeology
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Lenacapavir Arrives in Kenya as Trust Collides With Memory
Lenacapavir arrives in Kenya, bringing hope for HIV prevention amid public skepticism and concerns about medical trust.
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Rwanda signs AI partnership with Anthropic for public services
Rwanda has signed an AI partnership with Anthropic to deploy AI in health, education, and public services. Commentary frames this as another leapfrogging moment. Skipping legacy systems.
Environment
Access to electricity in Africa through solar micro-grids
Access to electricity in Africa is advancing with solar micro-grids, offering new solutions for towns, villages and businesses.
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Africa rare earths project secures $20m state backing
The Africa rare earths project in Northern Cape gets $20 million investment to support critical mineral production by 2030.
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Tanzania begins drone use in agriculture after national launch
Tanzania begins drone use in agriculture to enhance farm productivity and pest control as part of a national program.
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Kenya most active social media nation as users spend five hours daily
Kenya is the most active social media nation, with users spending five hours daily on various platforms and growing rapidly.
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Zanzibar receives first 10 electric buses at Malindi Port
Zanzibar electric buses arrive, marking the start of the Zan Bus project aimed at modernizing public transport in Zanzibar.
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Addis Ababa to host World Internet Conference in September, first time outside China
World Internet Conference Addis Ababa will host the global tech summit in September, the first time the event is held outside China.
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Africa’s First Seat at Wikimedia: Bobby Shabangu Elected to Board
Bobby Shabangu elected as first African to Wikimedia Foundation Board of Trustees, marking historic representation.
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Telecom Namibia announces N$2.3 billion investment to upgrade national network
Telecom Namibia network upgrades will receive N$2.3 billion to expand fibre, improve mobile speeds and cut telecom prices in 2026.
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South African Astronomers Solve Mystery of Misbehaving Red Supergiant Star
South African astronomers solve misbehaving star mystery using SALT and confirm the red supergiant is reshaped by a companion star.
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Huawei highlights automation and AI as pillars of modern power grids
Huawei has outlined how automation, digitalisation and artificial intelligence are reshaping power grids as utilities adapt to renewable energy and rising electricity demand.
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Africa adopts AI-driven healthcare as Gates, OpenAI back $50m rollout
Africa is scaling AI-driven healthcare as the Gates Foundation and OpenAI launch a $50m programme targeting clinics and workforce shortages.
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Africa’s biggest plastic recycler to build $60m Nigeria plant for 100,000‑tonne waste stream
Africa’s largest plastic recycler invests $60m in a Nigeria plant to process 100,000 tonnes a year and make food‑grade rPET by July 2026.
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Masakhane Hub Announces Funding to Boost AI for 50 African Languages
Masakhane Hub launches funding to support AI datasets for 50 African languages and improve digital inclusion across the continent.
Business
Vodacom named Africa's Top Employer for third year running
Vodacom Group named Africa’s Top Employer for a third consecutive year by the Top Employers Institute, recognised for innovation and ethical AI.
Business
The BRICS Shift: Africa’s Place in a Changing Global Economy
Africa is entering a decisive moment in global economics. For decades, international trade has been shaped by institutions and systems largely centred around Western economies.
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BRICS Pay: What it is and how it works
BRICS Pay is a digital system that lets BRICS nations make cross‑border payments using their own currencies.
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How Digital Public Infrastructure is reshaping health and identity in rural Zambia
Digital public infrastructure and SmartCare Pro are improving health records, identity access and service delivery in rural Zambia.
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Senegal prepares for Robotics for Good Youth Challenge 2026
Senegal launches its Robotics for Good Youth Challenge, preparing young innovators for the 2026 global finals in Geneva.
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Zimbabwe advances digital push with new ZIMSAT‑3 satellite
Zimbabwe advances digital push with the new ZIMSAT‑3 satellite to enhance connectivity and support broadband expansion.