The Africa Jobs Fund (AJF) is a new philanthropic investment fund which aims to raise $100 million to support companies that create jobs across Africa.

South Africa-headquartered 4Sight Holdings is positioning itself as a key player in Africa’s AI economy, leveraging a “Cape to Cairo” strategy built around cloud, industrial technology and intelligent automation Buoyed by strong FY26 results announced on Wednesday, 4Sight Holdings chief executive officer Tertius Zitzke outlined an ambitious vision to position the company at the centre […]

Switching between different Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbots or agents can feel like moving into a new house. Many users are eager to try Anthropic’s AI assistant, Claude, because it proves helpful in assisting with tasks.  However, the biggest hurdle for users might be the thought of starting from scratch. The hesitation to switch often boils […]

Jensen Huang says parents should stop fixating on which university subjects will remain “safe” from artificial intelligence, arguing that the AI era is more likely to increase the value of human creativity, judgment and communication skills than eliminate them. Speaking to Singapore’s Channel NewsAsia on Monday, the Nvidia chief executive said the rapid spread of […] The post Nvidia’s Jensen Huang says It Won’t Matter What Subject You Studied, AI Will Increase Creativity & Productivity appeared first on Tekedia.

If you were allowed to change one thing about your life’s journey, you may be tempted to alter its course and pull at a few threads—erase a wrong decision here, or fast-forward through a difficult season there.  Ruby Igwe, the Regional Director for West and Central Africa at ALX Africa, a tech-enabled career accelerator, explicitly […]

Table of contents Why won’t these phones get Android 17? Flagships and Fan Edition phones Foldables Galaxy A series Galaxy M and F series Tablets What One UI 8.5 means for your phone Samsung phones that are getting Android 17 What this means for you Android 17 is almost here. Google is expected to release  […]

Ferrari shares tumbled sharply on Tuesday after the iconic Italian luxury carmaker unveiled its first fully electric vehicle, the Luce, in a high-profile event in Rome, revealing deep investor concerns about the transition to electrification and potential dilution of the brand’s legendary combustion-engine heritage. The Maranello-based company described the Luce, Italian for “light”, as evoking […] The post Ferrari’s First Electric Vehicle ‘Luce’ Sparks Sharp Selloff as Investors and Fans Question Brand Direction appeared first on Tekedia.

Sam Altman said the rapid rise of artificial intelligence has not caused the widespread destruction of white-collar jobs that many in the technology industry once feared, marking a notable shift in tone from one of the sector’s most influential figures as businesses grapple with how AI will reshape employment. Speaking virtually at a conference hosted […] The post OpenAI’s Altman Admits He Predicted Wrongly That AI Will Trigger White-Collar Jobs Collapse appeared first on Tekedia.

The pitch that built Australia’s software industry was simple, and it worked. Join us early. Take less salary than you could earn at a multinational. If the company wins, you win too. Two founders in Sydney, bootstrapped, burning through their savings, offering a deal that required people to believe in something that did not yet […] The post CEO of Dovetail Software Ran the Numbers on Australia’s CGT Changes & You Won’t Like Them appeared first on Tekedia.

In today's edition: SA sets January 2027 for revised AI policy || Namibia Telecom faces regulatory scrutiny || Pepkor’s phone financing business is growing || PayPal, Vodacom partner in Tanzania

There is no doubt that we are in an era in which everyone must consider communication an essential ingredient for navigating life. This is premised on the fact that technology, in its various forms, has continued to shape the actual outcome of every human activity. In addition, communication is a strategic tool, as our lives […] The post How Ojebuyi’s Communication Research Strengthens Governance, Institutional Processes and Organisational Effectiveness appeared first on Tekedia.

The debate over potential jet fuel shortages in Germany has become an unexpected source of anxiety for travelers, exposing broader concerns about Europe’s aviation sector, energy security, and economic resilience. A recent survey suggests that many German travelers are increasingly unsettled by discussions surrounding fuel supply disruptions, especially as the summer travel season approaches. While […] The post Rising Jet Fuel Shortage in Germany Causing Flight Disruption appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin’s market structure has once again revealed a familiar pattern: while retail investors panic during periods of volatility, large holders—commonly referred to as whales—continue to accumulate aggressively. This divergence between institutional-scale conviction and retail fear has become one of the defining characteristics of the modern crypto cycle. As prices fluctuate sharply and headlines amplify uncertainty, […] The post Retail Investors’ Panic Is One of the Characteristics Determining Crypto Market Cycle appeared first on Tekedia.

In the latest Federal Open Market Committee minutes, a majority of policymakers signaled that a further interest rate hike could still be warranted, underscoring the persistence of inflationary pressures and the central bank’s reluctance to declare victory too early. The discussion revealed a committee still grappling with uneven progress on disinflation, particularly in services inflation […] The post Majority of Policymakers Signal Further Interest Rate Hike Could still be Warranted appeared first on Tekedia.

For 8 weeks, join us at the Nigeria Capital Market Masterclass as we explain the mechanics of Nigeria’s capital market. You will learn how markets truly work, from the structure of the ecosystem to regulations, products, operators, infrastructure, securities exchanges, depositories, technology systems, derivatives, investment banking, wealth creation, and the emerging digital architecture shaping the […] The post Register and Master the Mechanics of Nigeria’s Capital Market appeared first on Tekedia.

How to Protect Your Kids Online Without Destroying Their Trust The internet can help children learn, connect, and explore. However, it also comes with risks. From scams and… TechCity

As the Crypto market is now moving from the major Cryptocurrencies to the AI-based early-stage Tokens. The Return on investment from these Large Cap Cryptos and AI-based tokens have teh huge difference. Ozak AI, which is an Early stage AI based token, is one of the top AI-based tokens on the List. The analysts say […] The post Growth Models Project Ozak AI Could Outperform Large-Cap Crypto by Over 20× Based on Presale Entry Levels appeared first on Tekedia.

Bank of Ghana suspends MTN Ghana’s planned 0.75% wallet-to-bank transfer fee pending consultations with industry stakeholders.

Tekedia Capital is excited to join Pioneer Fund, Orange Collective, Founders Future, Phosphor Capital, Rebel Fund, Lobster Capital, Y Combinator, and other investors to support Didit which just raised a US$7.5 million Seed round to build the infrastructure for identity and fraud management in the AI era. Didit is already profitable, growing more than 30% […] The post Tekedia Capital Backs the Trust Infrastructure for the AI Economy, Didit appeared first on Tekedia.

Rach Finance is building crypto payment rails and an OTC desk for stablecoin payments and currency conversion in Africa.

Oil prices fell sharply after President Donald Trump signaled that the United States would take a more patient and diplomatic approach toward Iran, easing fears of an immediate escalation in Middle East tensions. The market reaction highlighted how sensitive global energy prices remain to geopolitical developments, particularly those involving Iran and the strategically vital Strait […] The post The Decline in Oil Prices Reflects More Than Optimism About Diplomacy appeared first on Tekedia.

Many critics argue that Strategy’s Bitcoin strategy resembles a highly leveraged carry trade wrapped inside a public company. The concern is not simply that the firm owns a massive amount of Bitcoin, but that it financed much of that accumulation with debt, preferred shares, and continuous equity issuance tied to the assumption that Bitcoin’s long-term […] The post Critics Argue MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Strategy Resembles a Highly Leveraged Investment Vehicles appeared first on Tekedia.

The crypto market has entered a phase that rewards precision over enthusiasm. Bitcoin is stabilizing between $76,000 and $77,500 after weeks of consolidation, the Altcoin Season Index sits suppressed in the 30-40 range, and Bitcoin dominance holds firm at 58-60%. This is not a market where everything rises together. It is a market where capital […] The post TURBO Presale Review: Why BlockDAG’s First Utility Token Is May 2026’s Biggest 100x Opportunity appeared first on Tekedia.

Artificial intelligence has rapidly evolved from a futuristic concept into the defining technological race of the modern economy. Governments, startups, and trillion-dollar corporations are spending unprecedented amounts of money to dominate the AI era. Discussions about AI often focus on capability: smarter models, faster inference, autonomous agents, and breakthroughs in reasoning. Yet the next major […] The post Future of AI Will Not Simply be Determined by Who Builds the Smartest Systems, But Who Wins The Unit Economics appeared first on Tekedia.

European markets turned cautious on Tuesday as renewed U.S. military strikes in southern Iran interrupted a recent rally driven by hopes that Washington and Tehran were moving closer to a deal that could ease one of the biggest geopolitical shocks to hit global markets this year. The pan-European STOXX 600 slipped 0.2% by mid-morning trading […] The post European Stocks Pause Near War-Era Highs As Fresh U.S. Strikes On Iran Jolt Markets appeared first on Tekedia.

Beltone Venture Capital, the corporate venture arm of Egypt’s Beltone Holding, recorded a 271 percent rise in operating revenue in Q1 2026, driven by a partial exit from Cairo-based last-mile logistics startup Bosta. The unit posted EGP 190 million (approximately $3.8 million) in revenue for the three months ended March 31, up from EGP 51 […] The post Beltone Venture Capital Posts 271% Revenue Jump After Partial Bosta Exit appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Nigerian agribusiness Tomato Jos Farming and Processing Limited has obtained a $2 million impact-linked debt facility from Sabou Capital to scale its operations in Kaduna State. The facility will fund an expansion of Tomato Jos’s smallholder farmer network and increase its tomato paste manufacturing output for the West African market. The company currently sources from […] The post Tomato Jos Secures $2M Debt Facility From Sabou Capital to Grow Processing Capacity appeared first on Tech In Africa.

  Cape Town-based Mia Healthcare Technologies has raised ZAR 15 million (approximately $920,000) from the Vumela Fund, a venture capital fund managed by Edge Growth and backed by FNB, to scale its network of dental clinics across Southern Africa. Founded in 2021 by Dr. Zane Stennings and Dr. Karishma Soni, the healthtech startup operates mobile […] The post South Africa’s Mia Healthcare Raises $920K to Scale Dental Clinics Across Southern Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, today announced a broad set of product innovations spanning its industrial software portfolio at AVEVA World 2026. The updates will make it faster and simpler for industrial organisations to put their operational data to work, driving better decisions, stronger compliance, and AI enhanced intelligent operations. For industrial organisations, […]

The findings arrive as Elon Musk-owned Starlink has secured authorisation in at least 25 African countries.

Search interest in Arafat Day has surged across the world in the past 24 hours, with countries in West Africa emerging as unlikely leaders in online attention as Muslims seek information on prayers, fasting and the timing of one of Islam’s holiest days. Analysis of global search behaviour shows a sharp rise in queries linked […] The post West Africa drives global interest in Arafat Day as Muslims seek prayers, fasting guidance appeared first on Tekedia.

If you have been in Dublin on a game day, you already know that there is a drastic transformation of the city. This change happens quickly; it is almost like hitting a switch (the past that the city was just like before). By the time you are on your way to the stadium, you will […] The post Matchday in Dublin: Exploring the Atmosphere, Rivalries, and Traditions Behind Ireland’s Biggest Rugby and Football Events appeared first on Tekedia.

George Odo, a senior partner at pan-African private equity firm AfricInvest, has spent close to two decades reading markets before they fully reveal themselves.

As you may know, an acquisition is when a larger company buys a startup – either for its technology, team, customer base, or market position. Many founders picture that moment as a distant milestone… something that happens after years of scaling. However, recent data tells a different story. In the first half of 2025, 3,113 […] The post Why Startups Need to Prepare for Acquisition Earlier Than They Think appeared first on Tekedia.

The setback has triggered renewed scrutiny over how generative AI is being used in policymaking and exposed weaknesses in government oversight.

Francophone Africa has the EV economics. What it lacks is the policy architecture to match. Here's where the gap is and what it costs.