Football is often described as more than just a game, and nowhere is this more evident than in the culture of its fans. Across continents, football supporters form communities that go far beyond simply watching matches. They create traditions, develop shared identities, and express deep emotional connections to their teams. This culture has evolved over […] The post Football Fan Culture: Identity, Passion, and Philosophy Behind the World’s Most Devoted Communities appeared first on Tekedia.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | April 20, 2026 Key Points Main Story The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced the successful completion of its scheduled system maintenance, restoring full access to its digital registration and compliance services nationwide. In a public notice issued on April 20, 2026, the Commission confirmed that all online services — including […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

European venture capital firm Speedinvest has formalised its long-running commitment to the Middle East and Africa with the launch of its first flagship fund dedicated to the region, drawing in three of the world’s most significant institutional investors. The fund is backed by Mubadala Investment Company, the Qatar Investment Authority, and EIB Global, the development […] The post Speedinvest Launches Dedicated MEA Fund Backed by Mubadala, QIA, and EIB Global appeared first on Tech In Africa.

India’s currency and bond markets are entering the week with a measure of relief from softer oil prices, but the underlying picture remains fragile as disruption in the Strait of Hormuz persists and a ceasefire deadline between Washington and Tehran approaches. The Indian rupee closed at 92.9250 per dollar on Friday, down modestly on the […] The post Rupee, Bonds Steady as Oil Retreats, but Hormuz Disruption and Iran Deadline Keep India on Edge appeared first on Tekedia.

A startup founded by two operators with deep roots in East Africa’s fintech ecosystem has closed a seed round that backs its bet on an emerging question every organisation is now wrestling with: how do you actually run a workforce that mixes people and AI agents? Lua has raised $5.8 million in a seed round […] The post Lua Raises $5.8 Million to Build the Operating System for Human and AI Agent Teams appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Africar Group has launched Koto.sn, Senegal’s first and only dedicated platform for comparing new car prices. The platform is the first of its kind in the country, offering a centralized pricing resource that did not previously exist in the Senegalese market. The platform lists 24 car brands and over 114 models at launch, including Suzuki, […] The post Koto.sn Launches as Senegal’s First New Car Price Comparison Platform appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The United States is the current rotating chair of the Group of 20, which represents 85 percent of the global economy.

"I really wish I had (Hellen) there, but she texted me yesterday and said 'I know you can do it, I believe in you - just go out there and show them who you are'," Lokedi said.

China’s exports of rare-earth magnets posted a modest annual decline in March while extending a monthly rebound, underscoring a market increasingly shaped by geopolitics as much as industrial demand. Figures from the General Administration of Customs show outbound shipments reached 5,238 metric tons in March, down 1.6% from a year earlier but up 10.5% from […] The post China’s Rare-Earth Magnet Exports Edge Lower Year-on-Year, U.S. Shipments Extend Decline appeared first on Tekedia.

QXO has agreed to acquire TopBuild in a $17 billion cash-and-stock transaction, accelerating a rapid consolidation strategy that is reshaping the U.S. construction supply chain and testing whether scale can unlock durable pricing power in a traditionally fragmented industry. The deal will create the second-largest publicly traded building products distributor in North America, with more […] The post QXO to Acquire TopBuild in $17bn Deal that Signals High-Stakes Bet on Scale, Data Center Boom appeared first on Tekedia.

Nyaberi and his squad will now shift focus to their upcoming fixtures, knowing that consistent performances and better finishing could make the difference in their push for promotion as the season enters its decisive stage.

Google is in discussions with Marvell Technology to develop a new set of custom AI chips, a move that reflects a broader shift among hyperscalers toward tighter control over the infrastructure underpinning artificial intelligence. According to The Information, the collaboration would focus on two components: a memory processing unit designed to work alongside Google’s tensor […] The post Google Eyes Custom AI Chips With Marvell as It Presses Challenge to Nvidia’s Dominance appeared first on Tekedia.

Fears that agentic artificial intelligence could dismantle the traditional software industry are prompting a strategic response from incumbents, with Microsoft advancing a framework that would fold AI agents into the same commercial logic that has underpinned enterprise software for decades. The argument, articulated by Microsoft Executive Vice President Rajesh Jha, is that AI systems will […] The post Microsoft’s ‘Agent Seats’ Vision Challenges Narrative of AI Disrupting Software Industry appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin erased its recent weekend gains and briefly dipped below the $74,000 level on Sunday evening, as escalating geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran triggered a risk-off sentiment across global markets. The price of the crypto asset dipped after the US military seized an Iranian cargo ship, putting pressure on a ceasefire between […] The post Bitcoin Drops Below $74,000 as Iran Rejects Second Round of US Peace Talks Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions appeared first on Tekedia.

The France centre-back's current deal expires this summer, five years after he joined from RB Leipzig for £35m.

Ongwae emphasized that the team’s approach after the break was deliberate and calculated, especially in light of unexpected personnel challenges.

Africa’s startup ecosystem continues to project resilience, with funding totals holding firm and signaling sustained investor confidence. Yet beneath these strong headline figures lies a more fragile reality. A recent report by Africa: The Big Deal reveals that capital is increasingly concentrated in larger, later-stage deals, while the early-stage segment, where future industry leaders are […] The post Africa’s Startup Funding Holds Strong at The Top, But Early-Stage Deals Show Signs of Strain – Report appeared first on Tekedia.

Key points Main story A Nigerian subscriber has publicly criticised MTN Nigeria on social media platform X over what he described as unusually rapid data depletion, reigniting debate about billing transparency in the country’s telecommunications sector. In a complaint that has gained traction online, the customer alleged that his weekly data subscription was exhausted in […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Looking ahead, Muyoti challenged his forwards to maintain their sharpness in front of goal, emphasizing consistency in the final stretch of fixtures.

The court has certified the matter as urgent and directed the respondents to file their responses within seven days.

With athletes already arriving and final preparations underway, focus now turns to Friday’s competition

Macharia was granted Ksh.5 million bond with two sureties of a similar amount or an alternative cash bail of Ksh.1.5 million.

Gachagua claimed that areas where the Head of State is unpopular have been most targeted in discrimination. 

Raducanu competed at Indian Wells in early March but then skipped the Miami Open and the Linz Open, which had been due to be her first clay court event of the year.

The drive, backed by the hashtag #RejectFuelPrices, kicked off over a week ago after the government shot up fuel prices to over Ksh. 200, with Kenyans blaming the Energy Ministry for scandals, poor management and corruption, leading to the steep hike in fuel prices 

They are alleged to have trafficked cannabis weighing approximately 16.084 kilogrammes with a street value of over Ksh.480,000, contrary to the law.

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga speaks during a tour in Kakamega on January 18, 2026. Photo/ODMOrange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Oburu Onginga has dismissed calls to remove the party’s affiliates serving in President William Ruto’s government.Oburu, in a meeting with religious leaders from Nyanza region on Friday, questioned how the removal of the said officials would benefit the region. “Kenya is not yours Kenya is for everybody so I am telling those who are demanding the sacking of our people who are in government to shut up,” said the ODM leader. In his argument, the parties calling for the removal of ODM-affiliated government officials would not benefit from emerging vacancies. “If they are sacked, will you get a replacement from this area?” he paused. He used the platform to defend party members facing public criticism, framing the backlash as politically motivated.Recently, there have been calls for removal of Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi over the Ksh. 4.8 billion fuel scandal.Oburu had earlier dismissed calls for Wandayi’s removal, terming them as political witch hunts. “Attempts at public lynching of cabinet secretaries Lee Kinyanjui and Opiyo Wandayi, who are not accounting officers, as some leaders are attempting, will only derail the investigations and politicise the scam as we Kenyans are wont to do,” said Oburu in a statement on April 7. Wandayi and Kinyanjui, who are Energy and Trade ministers respectively, have been targets of scrutiny over their involvement in the illegal importation of fuel. ©Citizen Digital, Kenya

Injera said he was impressed by what he saw in the Hong Kong series and believes the team has what it takes to shine in Spain.

Terra Industries, Africa's most-funded defence startup, is building a drone factory in Accra as drone warfare intensifies across the Sahel.

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Manchester United moved ten points clear of Chelsea in the race for top-five qualification after Matheus Cunha’s first-half finish secured a 1-0 win at Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening, delivering a result that leaves Liam Rosenior’s side staring at the very real prospect of missing European football entirely as their goalless run deepens into a […] The post Bruno Fernandes Sets Up Cunha Strike as Manchester United Damage Chelsea’s Champions League Hopes appeared first on Gooner Daily.

In today's edition: Prosus sells Delivery Hero stake to Uber || Nigerian telcos temporarily suspend airtime lending || Absa to launch mobile virtual network || Kenya’s proposed rules for lenders

The biggest risk of a botched super app launch is that it gives customers a reason to consider alternatives. Airtel Kenya and digital banking apps from Equity and KCB, among tens of other fintechs, have been waiting for exactly this kind of opening.

Good People, I am delighted to share that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Nigeria has granted my company Approval-in-Principle (AIP) to operate a new securities exchange in Nigeria. This is a full-service exchange (yes, “stock market” lol) designed to support public markets, private markets, and derivatives, covering instruments such as equities, corporate and government […] The post Contisx Securities Exchange Receives AIP from SEC Nigeria appeared first on Tekedia.

Deutsche Bahn (DB), Germany’s state-owned rail operator, has announced a major push to modernize its stations as part of ongoing efforts to address long-standing infrastructure issues. According to DB Chairwoman Evelyn Palla, the company plans to invest €4 billion per year in station renovations through 2030. This amounts to more than €20 billion over the […] The post Deutsche Bahn to Modernize its Stations to Address Long-standing Infrastructure Issues  appeared first on Tekedia.

Cerebras Systems has officially filed to go public, positioning the startup as one of the most ambitious challengers yet to Nvidia’s near-monopoly in high-performance AI hardware. CEO Andrew Feldman has long described the company’s technology as “the fastest AI hardware for training and inference,” and the IPO filing marks the latest step in Cerebras’ push […] The post Cerebras Systems Files for IPO, Taking Direct Aim at Nvidia with Massive Wafer-Scale AI Chips appeared first on Tekedia.