The President said continued education reforms as well as ongoing expansion of research and technology institutions, are part of the government’s deliberate strategy to achieve national transformation.

This comes after Meta Inc, the owner of Instagram and Facebook, has discontinued its end-to-end encryption services for Instagram private chats as of May 8, 2026.

This comes amid a surge in reported cases of intimate partner violence, sexual violence, femicide, and other forms of gender-based violence that have claimed the lives of women and girls in tragic circumstances.

Iran has been at war with the United States and Israel since February 28, though a fragile ceasefire has been in place since April 8.

The proposal, contained in the Finance Bill 2026, could increase the cost of imported batteries, electric buses, and related components.

The Reds splashed out a record £450 million ($609 million) on new players last summerm but that investment has so far reaped little reward.

South African insurance platform, Naked, has become the first company in the world to successfully develop and deploy a native app in ChatGPT that can provide a final, binding car insurance quote. The launch also appears to make Naked the first South African company to release a native app in ChatGPT, representing an early step towards a future […] The post Naked becomes the world’s first to give a final car insurance quote in ChatGPT appeared first on Tech In Africa.

A Guide to AI for Agriculture and Food Security in Africa Modern food systems in Africa face many challenges, including erratic weather and growingpopulations. While traditional farming often struggles… TechCity

The 'Finale' hitmaker's Bien’s outfit featured Mobutu’s signature aesthetic - including a military-inspired tailored suit, dark shades, and a leopard-print cap reminiscent of the late Zairean leader’s iconic style. 

President William Ruto is expected to host a state luncheon in Wajir.

Mbappe has faced criticism from the club's own fans in recent weeks, in part for going on holiday to Sardinia during his recovery from a thigh injury.

If you do not like your teacher, you will likely struggle in the class. If you do not like your school, you may never fully engage in your program. And if you do not like your nation, you may see only barriers and miss the opportunities hidden within it. That is why I often remember […] The post Thriving as a Nigerian Youth: Winning the Battle of the Mind appeared first on Tekedia.

73% of respondents expressed support for Sifuna’s faction, with party leader Oburu Oginga only getting 24% support for his Linda Ground. 

The government now wants machines to take over. Treasury documents tabled in parliament show Kenya has allocated KES 1.18 billion ($9.1 million) next financial year to expand Nairobi’s Intelligent Transport System (ITS) Phase III, an AI-powered network of smart traffic lights, surveillance cameras, and road sensors that could gradually reduce the need for traffic police officers at major junctions across the capital.

According to the survey, Kindiki’s dominance reflects what TIFA described as a strong voter preference for continuity and stability within Ruto’s political camp as the country gradually shifts focus toward the 2027 election.

A recent controversy on Polymarket has highlighted the growing tensions between financial innovation and ethical conduct. The platform, which allows people to bet on the outcomes of real-world events, recently faced a backlash after hosting a market speculation on the fate of a U.S. pilot shot down in Iran. The event sparked political opposition, triggered […] The post The 2026 Ethics Crisis: Defining the Boundaries of Prediction Markets appeared first on Tekedia.

Ulinzi have endured an inconsistent campaign marked by a series of managerial changes due to a spate of poor results, with the soldiers facing the relegation threat for the first time since their promotion to the top-flight league in 1998.

A Spanish judge said in January all concerts held at the stadium, including that of American superstar Taylor Swift, had exceeded noise limits and there were sufficient "indications" to consider the reported nuisances a criminal offence.

Software was supposed to make things easier for small businesses in Australia. Instead, many teams are stuck juggling half a dozen platforms. Customer details live in one system. Scheduling sits somewhere else. Invoices are handled separately. Reporting usually ends up back in spreadsheets. At a certain point, the problem is no longer a lack of […] The post Why Custom Software Development for Small Business Matters in 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.

Tether Operations Ltd. has frozen $213 million in USDT held across 48 wallets connected to Gurhan Kiziloz, founder of a prominent iGaming and technology group, acting at the direction of Brazilian authorities conducting a sweeping inquiry into an alleged gambling tax shortfall and a series of token sales the country now considers unregistered. The freeze […] The post Gurhan Kiziloz Faces $213M Tether Freeze Amid Brazil’s Sweeping Gambling Tax & ICO Inquiry appeared first on Tekedia.

JuiceMe today announced the acquisition of Ajiraworks, a compliance-led employment firm operating across the UK and Kenya, and the appointment of its founder, Catherine Ochako, as Global Director, Employer of Record (EOR). Ochako also joins JuiceMe as a board member and shareholder. The transaction brings proven operational assets, compliance infrastructure, and cross-border employment intellectual property […] The post JuiceMe Acquires Ajiraworks and Appoints Founder Catherine Ochako as Global Director, EOR to Lead African Expansion appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Plans to open the border had earlier been initiated in 2023.

They were arrested on Wednesday after being found to have used forged documents and fraudulent account details to steal the funds.

Concerns about heat already prompted FIFA to mandate a cooling break during each half of the World Cup matches that will take place between June 11 and July 19 in 16 stadiums across the United States, Mexico and Canada.

The United States is co-hosting the World Cup with Canada and Mexico. The tournament kicks off on June 11.

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The players, dressed in red and black tracksuits, were presented at a stage in the central Tehran square of Enghelab, where crowds of people cheered for them, according to videos aired on state TV.

Lawyers defending the process told the court that attempts to compare the Senate to a tribunal were misguided, arguing that the Senate performs a unique constitutional oversight role that is distinct from judicial or quasi-judicial bodies.

Starlets, who eliminated Namibia 7-1 on aggregate in the first round, travel to Uganda for the first leg on May 22 at FUFA Stadium in Kabaka, before the return leg fixture on May 30 at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi.

Internet fraud factories have flourished in war-torn Myanmar, part of Southeast Asia's thriving scam economy, targeting web users worldwide with romance and cryptocurrency investment cons.

The highly anticipated event will bring together football fans, local leaders, and youth groups for a decisive showdown between Sibanga FC and Kapsara FC, with the final match scheduled to kick off at 12:00 PM, presenting a culmination of weeks of competitive fixtures across the tournament.

The public market debut of Fervo Energy is shaping up as one of the clearest signals yet that investors are betting the next phase of the artificial intelligence boom will not be driven only by chips and software, but by the scramble for dependable electricity. The Houston-based geothermal developer raised $1.89 billion in an upsized […] The post Fervo’s $1.89bn IPO Signals Wall Street’s New Bet on AI-Powered Electricity Demand appeared first on Tekedia.

The partnership between Kraken and Franklin Templeton represents a structural convergence between traditional asset management and on-chain financial infrastructure. The collaboration signals a shift in how regulated investment products may be issued, traded, and settled, moving from legacy rails toward blockchain-based tokenization systems designed for efficiency, transparency, and composability. Franklin Templeton has already established itself […] The post Kraken and Franklin Templeton Partner for Tokenized Financial Products appeared first on Tekedia.

The expansion of KRWQ, the Korean won-pegged stablecoin, onto the Solana blockchain marks a significant development in the evolution of digital finance in Asia. By bringing Korean won liquidity onchain through one of the world’s fastest blockchain networks, KRWQ is positioning itself at the center of a growing movement toward tokenized payments, decentralized finance, and […] The post South Korea’s KRWQ Expands to Solana for Deeper Liquidity Flow appeared first on Tekedia.

Nigeria’s financial ecosystem is evolving rapidly, and digital payments are becoming central to everyday economic activity. From mobile banking applications to fintech startups and blockchain-based payment systems, the country has emerged as one of Africa’s most dynamic digital economies. In this environment, Stable Naira (SNR) is beginning to change the conversation around digital payments in […] The post Stable Naira is Helping Reshape Notions around Stablecoins in Nigeria appeared first on Tekedia.

Global demand for electric vehicles extended its upward trajectory in April, but the growth is increasingly being shaped by energy insecurity, uneven subsidy regimes, and intensifying geopolitical friction in oil markets, rather than uniform structural adoption alone. Data from consultancy Benchmark Mineral Intelligence showed global registrations of battery-electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids rose 6% year-on-year […] The post Energy shock from Middle East tensions spurs global EV demand for second month appeared first on Tekedia.