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By Marcel Timmer, country manager at Red Hat Netherlands Digital sovereignty is one of the most important tech discussions of the moment. It involves not only who controls data but also the autonomy of nations, organisations, and individuals in the digital space. DIgital sovereignty means full control over your own digital footprint; it means avoiding lock-in; but it also means being able to fully understand all interactions between internal and external systems. So that is the crux of the story: control and protect data to remain agile and resilient. But why is this such a challenge – and what is…

At just 22, Claudia is already a force to reckon with in Kenya’s entertainment scene. The Samburu-born beauty, known for her vibrant energy and unique hosting style, has conquered it all – from MC gigs and content creation to scriptwriting and acting. Now, Claudia is taking the reins as the host of Take Me Home Season 2, stepping into the spotlight after King Kalala. The hit reality dating show follows three couples on the brink of splitting up, who are whisked away to a luxurious villa – but there’s a twist: their exes are tagging along. With emotional dates, soul-baring conversations, and…

LG is set to unveil its new Google Cast-integrated hotel TVs at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2025, the international systems integration and audiovisual exhibition taking place in Barcelona, Spain, from February 4-7. Google Cast, Google’s technology that lets you stream your favorite entertainment and apps from your phone, tablet or computer right to your TV, enhances the guest experience with LG Hotel TVs by providing secure and convenient access to OTT streaming services. With this user-centric innovation, LG is reinforcing its leadership in the hospitality TV market, which continues to be a key area of focus for the company’s fast-growing…

In recent years, digitization in Africa has gained significant momentum with various initiatives to enhance the region’s digital transformation and economic growth. The African Union launched its Digital Transformation Strategy for Africa (2020-2030) with the intention of creating a secure digital market by 2030. The Eastern Africa Regional Digital Integration Project (EARDIP) is a transformative initiative to enhance access and economic growth in the East African region. With such and more initiatives, the continent’s digital transformation is accelerating. However, African businesses still operate in a distinct environment with unique infrastructure challenges and opportunities. Factors including power reliability, internet connectivity, and…

Applications are now open for the 2025 Qualcomm Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program. As the first initiative of its kind in Africa, this equity-free mentorship program will identify promising early-stage startups keen on applying advanced connectivity and processing technologies to innovative end-to-end systems solutions, including hardware, and provide these companies with business coaching, access to engineering consultation for product development, and guidance on protecting intellectual property. Program Benefits Mentorship Skilling Visibility Program Timeline Also Read: i3 Africa Issues Call for Applications for Its 3rd Cohort

 Smile ID has released its 2025 Digital Identity Fraud in Africa Report, highlighting critical fraud trends across the continent. The report reveals that East Africa recorded the highest rejection rate for combined biometric and document verification attempts, reaching 27% in 2024, primarily due to the reliance on outdated, inconsistent, and poor-quality identity documents, which hindered the verification processes. Smile ID’s report offers clear, actionable strategies to help leaders safeguard trust, revenue, and operational stability in 2025.  Drawing on anonymised data from over 110 million identity verification checks conducted by Smile ID across Central, East, West, and Southern Africa in 2024, the report uncovered sophisticated fraud…

Fahari Aviation is set to host the inaugural  AdvancedAir Mobility (AAM) Symposium from March 18th to 19th, 2025, in Nairobi, Kenya. This premier event  will serve as a platform to unlock the transformative potential of Advanced Air Mobility and explore its diverse  applications across the African continent.   As a key player in deploying drones and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) to address critical transportation challenges across Africa’s vast landscapes, Fahari Aviation is firmly committed to sustainable development in the region. The innovation arm recognizes the unique opportunity that AAM presents to bridge the gap between Africa’s growing urban centers and expansive…

Microsoft South Africa has announced the launch of Microsoft’s AI skilling initiative for South Africa, a programme aimed at empowering one million South Africans with growing in-demand digital skills by 2026. “Harnessing the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic vision, but a tangible reality for organisations seeking to achieve exponential growth and optimisation,” says Lillian Barnard, President for Microsoft Africa. “We have set an ambitious target to deliver future ready skills to four million African youth for digital, cyber and AI technologies. Through this initiative, we believe we will make significant strides toward reaching this…

Introduction Futures trading in cryptocurrency has gained immense popularity among traders looking to capitalize on price movements without owning the underlying asset. Unlike spot trading, where investors buy and sell actual cryptocurrencies, futures trading allows traders to speculate on price fluctuations using contracts. This trading method provides opportunities for leverage, risk management, and hedging, making it a crucial tool for experienced traders. Cryptocurrency futures trading can be highly profitable, but it also carries significant risks due to the market’s volatility. Understanding how futures contracts work, the different trading strategies, and the potential pitfalls can make a difference between success and…

By Christopher Saul, Territory Sales Lead for East Africa at Red Hat Financial inclusion across East Africa would not be possible without technology. Digital innovation has given rise to an ecosystem where citizens and organisations can access essential services and participate in their economies in a convenient and practical way. Since 2011, the number of adults in Sub-Saharan Africa who own an account has more than doubled, with much of that growth driven by the adoption of mobile money accounts. Kenya is home to a robust mobile money market, as evidenced by the number of people who have both bank…