Despite surface similarities, four industry experts who spoke to TechCabal argue that Starlink and Amazon are not competing for the same prize in Nigeria.

Gold surged to a fresh record above $5,100 an ounce on Monday, extending one of the strongest rallies in modern market history as investors rushed into the safe-haven asset amid rising geopolitical tensions, policy uncertainty in Washington, and a weakening U.S. dollar. Spot gold rose 2.2% to $5,089.78 an ounce by 0656 GMT, after earlier […] The post Gold blasts past $5,100 as investors flee to safety amid Trump-driven trade shocks and global unease appeared first on Tekedia.

Former European Commission President José Manuel Barroso has issued a stark assessment of transatlantic relations, declaring them at their “lowest moment” since NATO’s founding in 1949. This comes as President Donald Trump’s disruptive diplomacy—epitomized by his persistent push to acquire Greenland—fuels a profound loss of confidence across the European continent. In an exclusive interview with […] The post Europe-US Alliance Enters ‘Rupture Phase’ Amid Greenland Tensions and Eroding Trust, Warns Ex-EC Chief Barroso appeared first on Tekedia.

A review of Africa’s 2025 startup funding data through a gender lens once again exposes deep and persistent inequalities. Despite an already weak baseline, the situation has deteriorated further. According to a report by Africa: The Big Deal, in 2025, startups founded solely by women accounted for less than 1% of total funding, mixed-gender founding […] The post African Startup Funding in 2025: Gender Gap Deepens as Women-Led Startups Attract Less Funding appeared first on Tekedia.

Abuse allegations rarely stay hidden forever. A report is made. Concerns circulate quietly at first, then more openly. Meetings are held. Statements are issued. And then, in many cases, momentum fades. Time passes. Attention shifts. The people most affected are left waiting while familiar systems fall back into place. When nothing changes after allegations surface, […] The post When Abuse Allegations Surface and Nothing Changes appeared first on Tekedia.

Many industrial breakthroughs appear to be pure progress at launch. They solve stubborn engineering problems, scale quickly, and quietly become the default across sectors. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a large family of fluorinated chemicals, fit that pattern. They offered reliability in high-heat, high-stress environments and spread through manufacturing, consumer goods, and public safety supply […] The post When Innovation Backfires: How PFAS Created Multi-Billion-Dollar Legal and Economic Risks appeared first on Tekedia.

IT News Africa is proud to announce that KYCDD, a leading South African compliance and workflow automation platform, has joined Digital Retail Africa 2026 (#DRA2026) as a Silver Sponsor. The event, taking place on 26 February 2026 at Southern Sun Cape Town, will bring together retail leaders, innovators, and decision-makers to explore strategies for thriving […]

In today’s digital healthcare environment, data is at the heart of every medical practice. From patient records and referrals to imaging, billing, and internal communication, healthcare professionals rely on technology more than ever to deliver quality care. Yet with this increased reliance comes growing complexity: data security risks, regulatory compliance, fragmented systems, and rising software […]

The Trump administration is pressing ahead with an investment strategy that places the U.S. government directly inside industries it considers vital to national security and technological leadership, with a planned 10% stake in USA Rare Earth marking the latest and one of the clearest examples yet of that approach. Under the deal, Washington will take […] The post Trump Administration Deepens State-Backed Push Into Critical Minerals with 10% USA Rare Earth Stake appeared first on Tekedia.

AI-ENABLED TECH IS AFRICA’S GROWTH CATALYST, IF THE CONTINENT CAN OVERCOME CHALLENGES As Africa emerges as a digital powerhouse, global and local companies are increasingly investing in transformative fields like… TechCity

European equities opened the week on a cautious footing on Monday, eking out modest gains as investors balanced a resurgence of geopolitical tensions with a packed global calendar of corporate earnings and central bank decisions. The pan-European Stoxx 600 index was up almost 0.1% by 8:45 a.m. in London, with most sectors trading in positive […] The post European Stocks Inch Higher as Markets Weigh Trade Tensions, Earnings Deluge, and Fed Outlook appeared first on Tekedia.

Africa & Middle East Reinforces US$1.5 Trillion AI Ambitions as Egypt Hosts the Year’s First All-AI Industry Summit & Showcase Egypt is once again at the center of Africa’s AI momentum as international technology experts, influential policymakers and startups prepare to convene at Ai Everything MEAEgypt 2026, the world’s first all-AI expo and summit of… TechCity

Organizations invest heavily in firewalls, intrusion detection systems, endpoint tools, and vulnerability scanning. Of course, these are all necessary and valuable cybersecurity layers. But the one element that so often falls short is not the technology but the people who use it daily. The reality is that phishing emails are the number one way hackers […]

Nigeria has doubled revenue from the electronic money transfer levy (EMTL) tax after enforcing compliance on fintechs.

The Mastercard Economics Institute has just released its Economic Outlook 2026, offering fresh insights into the forces expected to shape South Africa’s economic trajectory in the year ahead. The ‘Economic Outlook 2026’ report draws on a multitude of public and proprietary data sets, including aggregated and anonymized Mastercard sales activity, as well as models that […]

Geoff Jennett, the former CEO of Johannesburg Stock Exchange-listed real estate investment trust (REIT) Emira, has been appointed as a non-executive director to the board of Heartwood Properties Limited, a commercial property development and investment company listed on the Cape Town Stock Exchange. Jennett, who has 35 years’ experience in financial management, strategic planning, and […]

In a notice in the Kenya Gazette, the Competition Authority said it had cleared the deal, subject to KCB Group protecting Riverbank’s customer data and maintaining the company’s existing contractual obligations.

African tech is therefore entering a more disciplined phase. Scale will come less from speed than from execution, regulation, and selective acquisition.

In today's edition: Quidax hits pause on P2P trading || Government services in SA to be linked by digital ID || Andela acquires Woven to scale AI Engineering Talent || Chery acquires Nissan’s South African plant

Enterprise video surveillance has entered a period of rapid change. What was once centered on recording video for after-the-fact review has evolved into real-time intelligence that supports safety, compliance, and operations. In 2026, enterprises are no longer asking whether to adopt AI-powered surveillance, but which platform can deliver intelligence without locking them into rigid architectures. […] The post Avigilon vs Axis vs Coram: AI Video Analytics and Open Surveillance Platforms Compared appeared first on Tekedia.

Retail crypto traders are increasingly revisiting the idea that modest early investments can grow into life-changing positions — and one project at the center of that discussion is Ozak AI ($OZ). With the token currently priced at $0.014 in Phase 7 of its presale, a number of analysts and influencers argue that a simple $300 […] The post A Simple $300 Buy-In Could Reach $150K–$450K If Ozak AI Hits Its High-End Long-Term Range appeared first on Tekedia.

The smartphone industry is moving faster than ever, and 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting years yet. From AI-powered features and next-generation processors to revolutionary camera systems and longer-lasting batteries, phone manufacturers are preparing to redefine what users can expect from their devices. As competition intensifies among top brands like […]

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He was betrayed by his own brothers, sold into slavery, and eventually thrown into prison. Yet even in confinement, Joseph deployed his gifts. Two of Pharaoh’s servants had troubling dreams, and Joseph interpreted them, a pro bono service, freely offered, yet delivered with excellence. But he also did something profoundly strategic: he asked one of […] The post “Remember Me”: The Lessons from Joseph On Career Elevation appeared first on Tekedia.

The United States is in active discussions with Chevron and other major oil producers and service providers about a fast-track plan to increase Venezuela’s crude oil production. This move underscores how energy policy, geopolitics, and economics are converging following the dramatic shift in power in Caracas. Senior U.S. officials told Bloomberg News that Washington has […] The post U.S. Plans to Rapidly Revive Venezuela’s Oil Output by Harnessing Chevron and Major Service Firms appeared first on Tekedia.

Singapore will invest more than S$1 billion ($778.8 million) in public artificial intelligence research through 2030, deepening a multi-year push to position the city-state as a leading hub for AI development, deployment, and governance. The Ministry of Digital Development and Information said on Saturday that the funding will be directed at priority research areas, including […] The post Singapore Commits over S$1bn to Public AI research as Global race for Talent and Compute Intensifies appeared first on Tekedia.

President Trump criticized wind energy—often calling it part of the “Green New Scam”—and specifically targeted wind turbines which he frequently refers to as “windmills”. In his remarks, he said:” There are windmills all over Europe. There are windmills all over the place and they are losers. One thing I’ve noticed is that the more windmills […] The post Implications of Trump’s Criticism of Wind Energy  appeared first on Tekedia.

How to Undo an Email You Sent by Mistake We’ve all been there. You hit Send, then immediately notice the typo, the missing attachment, or worse, the… TechCity

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Gmail Spam Filter Glitch Causes Inbox Chaos, Google Confirms Issue Is Fixed If your Gmail inbox suddenly looked messy over the weekend, you were not imagining things. Important emails were… TechCity

Lagos's 6,000 km fiber and AI-driven traffic network reduce congestion, expand connectivity, create tech jobs and modernize city services by 2027. The post Lagos Digital Highway Explained: The Real Impact on Traffic, Data, Smart City Tech & Jobs appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Rwanda's fintech funding surged six-fold as government programs and a national fintech strategy draw investors with non-dilutive funding and tax breaks. The post Rwanda Fintech Funding Boom: Why Investors Are Backing Rwanda’s Next Wave of Startups appeared first on Tech In Africa.

How AI agents speed development, reduce costs, and automate customer support for African startups and SMEs with limited resources. The post OpenAI Launches “Agent” Tools: What It Changes for African Startups, SMEs and Customer Support appeared first on Tech In Africa.

BOTSAT-1 provides hyperspectral Earth imagery to boost farming, border monitoring, disaster response, and guide rural internet rollout while building local space expertise. The post Botswana Launches First Satellite: What It Means for Internet, Space Tech & National Security appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Explains Starlink’s unlicensed status in South Africa, likely licensing timeline, estimated costs, setup steps, performance data, and legal risks. The post Starlink in South Africa: Pricing, Availability, Setup Guide & Legal Status (2026 Update) appeared first on Tech In Africa.