Tech
Kenya Wildlife Service is employing advanced technologies to improve wildlife and ecosystem protection. The organization’s efforts are being highlighted as a response to biodiversity loss, which is recognized as an economic, security, and moral concern. On World Wildlife Day, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) launched the Global Conservation Tech and Drone Forum in Nairobi. Director […]
Kenya’s Special Envoy on Technology, Ambassador Philip Thigo, recently emphasized the need for actionable, measurable impact in the development of Artificial Intelligence. His advocacy at the India AI Action Summit in New Delhi underscores Kenya’s commitment to shaping the future of AI, particularly for the Global South. As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms global economies, Ambassador […]
The African Diaspora Network (ADN) will host the African Diaspora Investment Symposium (ADIS23) in Silicon Valley, California, from March 22 to 24. The event will take place at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View. ADIS23 marks the eighth annual global convening celebrating the entrepreneurial and innovative spirit of Africans, the African Diaspora, and supporters […]
Authentic Interactions, also known as AI Inc., has announced the addition of four advisors to its leadership team. The company, an AI lab focused on creating hyper-realistic digital humans, aims to expand its reach and accelerate its mission with this strategic move. New Advisor Appointments Authentic Interactions has welcomed Adam Cheyer, co-founder of Siri; Tom […]
Nearly 70% of Africa’s economy operates within the informal sector, with millions of small traders, cross-border merchants, and micro-entrepreneurs primarily using cash for transactions. This reliance on cash creates vulnerabilities including theft, financial loss, and limited access to formal economic systems. Mukuru, a financial platform, aims to bridge the gap between Africa’s formal and informal […]
Recent year-end job data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics has prompted discussions regarding a potential white-collar slump or hiring recession. A new predictive model from Toptal, a global staffing consultancy, suggests possible improvements in the U.S. labor market ahead. U.S. Job Market Trends Job growth across the entire U.S. market has been declining at […]
Safaricom is investing $500 million to transform itself from a telecom provider into a tech leader by 2030. The company is focusing on AI, fintech, and infrastructure upgrades to support Kenya’s businesses, farmers, and entrepreneurs. M-PESA Fintech 2.0: Africa’s Next-Gen Mobile Money Revolution Safaricom is taking M-Pesa to the next level by embedding AI into […]
Kenya has embraced digital transformation, evident in initiatives like eCitizen and national strategies for artificial intelligence. However, progress is tempered by challenges including reliance on manual processes, cybersecurity threats, uneven digital skills, and limited internet access in certain regions. A new book, Understanding Technology in the Context of National Development: Critical Reflections, authored by Dr. […]
TECNO is conducting technology carnival activations across Africa to celebrate the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025. The activations aim to bring the excitement of the tournament to fans throughout the continent. AFCON 2025 and TECNO’s Involvement TECNO, an official global sponsor of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco […]
Moniepoint Inc., a digital financial service provider, has announced the opening of applications for the second cohort of its DreamDevs initiative. The program aims to develop technology talent across Nigeria and address the tech talent gap within the continent. The announcement was made Thursday by Felix Ike, chief technology officer of Moniepoint Inc. Program Overview […]