From Lagos to Nairobi

Microsoft and Ericsson are raising the bar for PC connectivity. The two tech giants are collaborating to integrate 5G capabilities directly into Windows 11, a move that promises to transform how laptops, tablets, and hybrid devices connect, work, and compute. This isn’t just about faster downloads; it’s about redefining mobility, cloud access, and real-time collaboration…

Africa’s startup ecosystem is evolving at breakneck speed, and PayMob is emerging as a standout player in the continent’s fintech space. Founded to solve long-standing pain points in digital payments, PayMob has built a platform that simplifies transactions for both merchants and consumers, connecting businesses to digital finance in a market where cash has historically…

In a landmark leap for artificial intelligence adoption in Africa, the Government of Rwanda and US‑based AI research company Anthropic have formalized a three‑year partnership to deploy AI across key public sectors — with a sharp focus on health outcomes, education, and government systems. This collaboration marks the first multi‑sector government partnership for Anthropic on…

YouTube, the world’s largest video platform, went dark for millions of users in a rare system-wide outage that sent shockwaves across social media and streaming communities. From the United States to India, users reported blank feeds, missing recommendations, and error messages, leaving creators and viewers alike stranded in what quickly became one of the most…

In a world where billions of digital tools assume users can hear and speak, a Nigerian-UK startup is rewriting the rules. TalkSign has unveiled an AI-powered platform that translates sign language into speech and text in real time, bridging a communication gap that has persisted for decades. The launch is a milestone not just for…

In a move that resonates beyond Nairobi’s financial district, Rebecca Mbithi has been appointed Managing Director of Ecobank Kenya, marking a defining moment in East Africa’s banking landscape. Her appointment, effective 9 February 2026, comes at a time when competition, digital transformation, and regulatory expectations are reshaping the region’s financial sector. Mbithi’s ascent to the top job…