Author: Smart Megwai

Android users could soon be streaming Apple TV+’s award-winning content directly from their smartphones. A recent job listing suggests that Apple is finally developing a dedicated app for the rival platform, marking a significant shift in the company’s traditionally closed-off strategy. This move could open up a massive new audience…

Pick n Pay’s on-demand grocery service, Asap!, has emerged as a dominant force in the South African market, securing the second-place position among on-demand grocery providers. This achievement comes as the retailer reported a 74.4% surge in online sales for the 52 weeks ending February 25, 2024, primarily fueled by…

YouTube Music’s latest feature is transforming how we find songs. Now, you can simply hum a tune into your Android phone, and the app will work its magic – like having a song detective in your pocket! This follows YouTube’s August announcement in a blog post that it would be…

The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has been fined R500,000 by the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) for refusing to air a Democratic Alliance (DA) election advertisement. This decision has sparked a broader debate about media freedom and the independence of public broadcasters in South Africa. Icasa’s complaints…

The NBA’s influence extends far beyond the basketball court, and its latest move in Africa proves just that. The recent announcement of the “Triple-Double: NBA Africa Startup Accelerator” program showcases a bold new strategy – leveraging technology to drive the growth of basketball and the wider sports industry across the…

MTN Ghana announced today that it will phase out physical scratch cards by June 30, 2024, signaling a significant shift towards digitalisation and environmental responsibility. This decision comes as part of the telecom giant’s broader strategy to lead digital solutions in the country and align with the Ghanaian government’s digitalisation…

Bolt’s recent announcement of a new bidding system for rides is a significant shift in the Nigerian ride-hailing landscape. But this move isn’t happening in a vacuum. It’s a direct response to the growing influence of inDrive, a competitor that has been steadily gaining traction with its unique customer-driver negotiation…

Egypt’s Vision 2030 is a bold plan to transform the nation into a modern, tech-driven economy, and eFinance Investment Group’s recent acquisition of stakes in two leading digital payment firms, Al Ahly Momkn and EasyCash, signals a significant step towards achieving this goal. This strategic move by eFinance, a state-owned…

The African tech world is buzzing with excitement and new ideas. Even though some reports talk about ups and downs in funding, that’s just a small part of the story. African tech is like a big, colorful picture, full of creativity and endless possibilities. While there may be challenges, the…

Kenya is rapidly becoming a hotbed for digital infrastructure development, with not one, but two massive geothermal-powered data center projects underway. This surge in activity signals a pivotal moment in the East African nation’s technological evolution, showcasing its commitment to sustainable innovation and solidifying its position as a frontrunner in…

Nigeria is on the cusp of a digital transformation, and the catalyst could be a staggering 1.4 petabytes of data. The Nigerian government’s ambitious plan to launch a state-of-the-art data center with this immense storage capacity is set to redefine the nation’s digital landscape. But what does 1.4 petabytes actually…

The Lagos State Government has launched a new Cybersecurity Operations Centre (CSOC) to protect its digital infrastructure from cyber threats. This cutting-edge facility, unveiled at the Year 2024 Ministerial Press Briefing on Monday, May 20th, is set to become the nerve center for monitoring, detecting, and responding to cyber threats…

Justice Emeka Nwite, today, denied bail to Tigran Gambaryan, a Binance employee facing charges of money laundering and terrorism financing. The decision has been met with strong condemnation from Binance, who asserts that the charges against Gambaryan are “meritless.” The atmosphere in the courtroom was tense as the judge announced…

Liquid Intelligent Technologies, a pan-African technology leader, and Eutelsat Group, a global satellite operator, announced a strategic distribution partnership today to expand low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite services. This collaboration will bring enterprise-grade LEO satellite services to a broader range of businesses and communities across the continent. This partnership is…

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has officially granted a license to the Institute of Information Management (IIM) to conduct examinations and certify data protection professionals within the country. This decision aims to cultivate a robust domestic talent pool of certified data protection officers, addressing the growing demand for expertise…

Leading telecommunications companies Orange and Vodacom are reportedly engaged in discussions to form a strategic partnership in Africa, aimed at reducing costs and expanding network coverage across the continent. This potential collaboration could revolutionise the African telecommunications landscape, bringing enhanced connectivity and digital services to millions. Sources reveal that the…

In a surprising turn of events, BritBox, the UK-centric streaming service, is set to bid farewell to South Africa after a relatively short three-year stint. This unexpected exit, confirmed by the company to multiple sources including MyBroadband and TechCentral, marks the end of an era for local Anglophiles who have…

In a harrowing tale of survival amidst tragedy, 29-year-old electrician Delvin Saers from Mossel Bay Town in South Africa was pulled from the rubble of a collapsed building in George after enduring over 24 hours trapped beneath the debris. Saers’ rescue, facilitated by desperate voice notes he sent to his…

MultiChoice Africa Holdings (MAH), a leading provider of entertainment and educational content across the continent, and Uganda’s Ministry of ICT and National Guidance have announced a strategic partnership aimed at bolstering local content production, promoting digitalization, and fostering skills development within the country’s creative industries. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)…

Zeepay, fresh off a $3 million equity investment from Verdant Capital Hybrid Fund, has secured regulatory approval from the Bank of Ghana (BoG) for its outbound money transfer service. This landmark achievement establishes Zeepay as the first mobile money operator to receive such authorization under the BoG’s regulatory sandbox framework.…