Crypto moves in minutes; the law takes months
A Chainalysis executive says speed and interoperability are the biggest weaknesses in tackling crypto-enabled financial crime in Africa.
Intel, Submer partner on MEA AI Infrastructure
Partnership pairs Intel's compute platforms with Submer's cooling and delivery expertise across the region.
Monster expands into Africa via UniComs
New licensing deal brings Monster's audio and cable products to African retail shelves.
US backs African digital infrastructure
US development finance body joins AFC and Vision Invest in a multi-million dollar African infrastructure push.
New roadmap targets 1bn connected Africans
The roadmap sets out three priorities for closing the gap: accelerating migration from 2G and 3G handsets to 4G/5G smartphones, integrating energy and connectivity investment, and cutting the cost of reaching rural and underserved communities.
Senegal secures major tech investment
US-based firm Cybastion has announced a $300 million investment to develop data centres, strengthen cybersecurity and deepen technology transfer.
CANAL+, LALIGA team up against piracy
Deal spanning nearly 50 countries marks a new stage in the fight against illegal sports streaming.
Cloud security in an age of complexity: the risk hasn't gone away
The technology may have matured, but the risks have evolved alongside it. Stronger cloud security is now essential to sustain resilience, trust, and growth.
Africa does not have an electricity problem - it has a reliability problem
The uncomfortable truth sits with the energy industry itself. Much of the power Africa needs already exists on paper. It sits in installed capacity that never reaches a socket.
Interoperability, not apps, wins Africa
PawaPay COO Jamie Steell says differing regulations, currencies and consumer behaviour make a pan-African super-app unlikely, calling instead for better B2B payment infrastructure.
Spiro, Yadea target Africa’s EV boom
Under the agreement, the companies will co-develop customised two-wheeler platforms for African roads and commercial use.
Senegal boosts public sector digital skills
The programme aims to equip public servants with skills for a more digital administration.
NEC promotes Nganga in East Africa
Appointment puts local leadership at the centre of NEC XON’s regional growth strategy.