Africa Matters

Africa Tech Festival: GSMA Highlights the Role of Digital Transformation in Africa’s Growth

Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian It’s almost impossible to find a South African adult living in a city or town whose life hasn’t been deeply impacted by access to the internet, data, and digital tools. Whether through personal use or via friends and family, digital connectivity has become a cornerstone of modern life. Yet, it is surprising that one…

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Building Bridges to the Future with Technology: Alderman Vos’s Vision

Africa Tech Festival 2024: Technology as a Bridge to the Future, Says Alderman James Vos The Africa Tech Festival 2024 concluded on Thursday at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), with Alderman James Vos, the City of Cape Town’s mayoral committee member for economic growth, delivering a keynote address. As Africa’s largest tech festival, the event brought together…

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Empowering Africa’s Youth: The Role of Digital Platforms in New Enterprises

The digital era is transforming entrepreneurship worldwide, and African youth are embracing these opportunities with ingenuity and purpose. With greater access to technology, an awareness of local market demands, and expanding support systems, young Africans are establishing innovative businesses that are both profitable and socially meaningful. Across nations like Tanzania, Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa, a new generation of…

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Monks and Hoorah Forge Partnership to Drive AI-Led Growth Across Africa

By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian In a major step towards enhancing AI-driven marketing in Africa, full-service digital marketing agency Hoorah announced that global advertising giant Monks has acquired a 25% stake in the business. This strategic partnership aims to expand Monks’ footprint in Africa while accelerating the use of AI-first solutions in the region. Unlocking AI-Driven Services Formerly…

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Africa’s Young, Tech-Savvy Population: The Key to Digital Growth and Innovation

By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian The rapid advancements in digital technology are reshaping Africa’s business landscape, driving economic growth and unlocking new development opportunities. Despite historical gaps in economic infrastructure, digital innovations are enabling businesses to thrive across the continent. Africa is positioning itself as a leader in embracing these technological advancements, which are unfolding at a remarkable…

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Zeno Emerges from Stealth to Replicate Tesla’s Vision for Africa and Beyond

By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian When Elon Musk unveiled Tesla’s first “master plan” in 2006, the idea that batteries could revolutionize the automotive industry—and global energy systems—seemed far-fetched. Yet today, electric vehicles are gaining market share, and large-scale batteries are replacing fossil-fuel power plants on electrical grids. This year alone, U.S. developers plan to add 15 gigawatts of…

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Africa Aerospace and Defense 2024 opens in South Africa

The Africa Aerospace and Defense (AAD) 2024 kicked off Wednesday in Pretoria, the administrative capital of South Africa, showcasing the latest advances in technology, goods and services from the international defense industry. Running until Sunday, the 12th edition of the AAD features cutting-edge innovations in aviation, aerospace, and defense. Segomotso Tire, chairperson of the AAD Executive Committee, emphasized that…

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Elon Musk Announces Progress for Starlink in South Africa

By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Elon Musk has revealed that SpaceX’s satellite internet service, Starlink, is currently awaiting regulatory approval in South Africa. This update comes after a South African user expressed frustration on Twitter/X about the slow internet service available on his farm. The user, who posted a photo of a fixed wireless-access antenna on his farm,…

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How Botswana Secured Starlink Ahead of South Africa

By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Botswana recently became the latest Southern African country to launch Starlink’s satellite internet services. This development follows the approval of a local license for Starlink, with Namibian telecom company Paratus signing on as the local reseller. Meanwhile, there is renewed hope that South Africa might eventually license Starlink in the future. However, a…

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Starlink Aims to Disrupt Africa’s Internet Market with Router-Free Service

By Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian Elon Musk’s Starlink is poised to shake up Africa’s internet landscape with a new router-free service, potentially disrupting the market dominance of established telecom giants like Safaricom and MTN. By eliminating the need for costly hardware, Starlink aims to lower barriers to internet access in a region where high costs have long limited…

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Elon Musk’s Starlink Now Operational in Botswana

By Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian Starlink, SpaceX’s Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite internet service, has officially launched in Botswana, marking the country as the latest addition to the growing list of African nations where Starlink is operational. Botswana granted an operating license to SpaceX’s Starlink unit, aiming to enhance connectivity in the country, which struggles with high data costs….

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Unlocking Africa’s Digital Future: Insights into the Malabo Convention

By Elizabeth Antidius Shumbusho | Africa Guardian Wolfpack Information Risk and CyberArk recently hosted an exclusive webinar focusing on the African Union’s Convention on Cyber Security and Personal Data Protection, commonly known as the Malabo Convention. This pivotal event took place on August 22, 2024, and provided essential insights into the impact of this landmark treaty on businesses operating…

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Unveiling Cyberthreats in Africa

By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Africa has increasingly become a prime target for cybercriminals. Recent data from Check Point revealed that in the second quarter of 2024, Africa experienced the highest average number of cyberattacks per organization globally, with an alarming average of 2,960 attacks per week. This marks a 37% increase compared to the same period in…

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ALX Equips Africa’s Youth for a Tech-Driven Future

By Elizabeth Antidius Shumbusho | Africa Guardian Africa stands on the brink of a technological revolution, powered by a rapidly growing young population eager to adopt digital skills and tools. With a significant portion of its population under the age of 25, as highlighted by recent data from Wikipedia, the continent is uniquely positioned to leverage technology and bypass…

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Fireblocks Partners with Yellow Card to Boost Cross-Border Crypto Transactions in Africa

Edited By Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian Fireblocks, a leading provider of digital asset infrastructure, has announced its collaboration with Yellow Card, a major stablecoin on/off ramp in Africa. This partnership aims to simplify and enhance cross-border cryptocurrency transactions across the continent. The announcement, made on X, highlights the ambitious plan to expand to 14 million wallets through Fireblocks’…

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India’s Tech CEO Boom: Lessons for Africa

By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian In today’s world, the global competition for talent and innovation is more intense than ever. Unfortunately, South Africa and other African nations are losing some of their brightest minds and most skilled professionals to the world. This trend is particularly evident in the West, where countries like the United States and major corporations…

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African News Agencies Transform Revenue Streams Amid Digital Challenges

By Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian Since the invention of the printing press, news agencies have grappled with finding sustainable revenue models. Deodatus Balile, president of the Eastern Africa Editors Society and managing editor of Jamhuri Media in Tanzania, highlighted at the recent INMA News Media Summit that the profitability of news media has always been tied to the…

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Africa’s Data Centre Market and Digital Transformation Pathways

By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Africa’s data centre (DC) market and its evolving digital landscape reflect a dynamic blend of immense potential and significant challenges. As the continent advances toward digital transformation, sustainability in data centre design has become increasingly vital. Africa’s high temperatures require additional cooling, making access to renewable energy crucial, especially for multinational hyperscale providers….

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