As South Africa’s cities become denser and more interconnected, safety must be treated as core infrastructure. Phillip de Vos of Waterfall City explains why proactive security, technology and public-private cooperation should be built into urban development from the outset.
South Africa’s Crypto Rules Could Change How Regional Remittances Are Settled
South Africa’s proposed crypto rules could allow authorised providers to use crypto behind the scenes to settle selected regional remittances.
Kenya’s Diesel Import Costs Fell 24%, but Pump Prices Stayed High
Kenya’s diesel price has fallen KSh5 per litre after import costs dropped 23.9%, while petrol and kerosene prices remain unchanged.
FMYD and NiYA Partner with Cascador to Open a New Path to Capital for Nigeria’s Young Entrepreneurs
Nigeria’s FMYD and NiYA have partnered with Cascador to support 20 young founders, with eight set to receive up to ₦5 million each in non-dilutive funding.
Why African Tech Startups Choose Singapore as the Strategic Base for International Expansion
African tech startups are increasingly looking to Singapore as a strategic base for international investment, corporate structuring and expansion beyond African markets.
The Light That Fails: Rethinking Rural Electrification in Angola
Angola’s rural schools need more than electricity connections. Reliable power, solar-plus-battery systems, local technical skills and better financing could transform rural electrification.
Bowmans Joins South African AI Association Advisory Board to Support Responsible AI
Bowmans has joined the South African AI Association’s Advisory Board, strengthening the focus on responsible AI, governance and regulation as South Africa develops its national AI policy.
Travel Scams Are Rising: What African Travellers and Tourism Businesses Need to Know
Kaspersky research highlights a growing threat to travellers as cybercriminals exploit trusted airline, transport and booking brands. For Africa’s increasingly digital tourism sector, stronger cybersecurity and greater customer awareness are becoming essential to protecting payments, personal data and trust.
The Invisible Workload: How Technology Can Help Women Advance Their Careers
The invisible mental, emotional and logistical workload carried by many women can constrain career advancement and entrepreneurship. Lungi Sangqu argues that technology can reduce administrative friction and return valuable time and attention—but only if digital tools complement, rather than replace, a fairer distribution of care at home, in workplaces and across funding systems.
Saruni Basecamp Earns B Corp Certification in Kenya
Saruni Basecamp has earned B Corp Certification in Kenya, highlighting its commitment to sustainable tourism, wildlife conservation and community empowerment across East Africa.