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X slashes payouts to clickbait and content aggregator accounts
X says it is reducing payments to accounts that rely heavily on clickbait and high-volume content aggregation. This follows its ongoing effort to prioritise higher-quality content on the platform. The decision targets creators who use misleading headlines, exaggerated claims, or engagement-driven tactics. These are designed mainly to attract clicks rather than provide meaningful information. Monetisation,
Energy Startup PowerLabs Raises Pre-Seed Funding to Scale Platform
Nigerian energy and climate-tech startup PowerLabs has raised an undisclosed pre-seed round to scale its AI-driven energy orchestration platform for commercial and industrial users. The company develops intelligent energy applications, devices and services designed to help businesses access reliable electricity at lower cost while reducing downtime and emissions. Its approach combines multiple power sources including
Boundless Strengthens Creative Leadership with Fran Luckin
Fran Luckin moves to join Roanna Williams at independent media agency Boundless, showing ongoing change in South Africa’s 7 billion USD advertising industry as it moves away from established multinational networks toward more agile, independent models. For one industry veteran, the decision to reunite with trusted collaborators and join forces with long-admired creative leader Roanna
Kenyan Startup Drinkmates Launches Social Logistics Engine for Meetups
Kenyan startup Drinkmates has introduced what it describes as a “social logistics engine,” a platform designed to enable spontaneous, real-world meetups through real-time geospatial signaling. Based in Nairobi, Drinkmates is available on the Google Play Store and aims to remove the coordination friction that often slows down social interactions among urban professionals across Africa. The
Governance – South Africa's Achilles Heel
By Noah Ncube Every South African knows the moment when government failure becomes real. It is when the tap runs dry. When refuse piles up on the pavement. When potholes multiply faster than they are repaired. Or when a municipal bill arrives for services that were never delivered. These are symptoms of a deeper structural
DRC Advances Satellite Ambitions with New China Unicom Deal
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is accelerating its efforts to bridge its digital divide through satellite technology, signing a new memorandum of understanding with Unicom Airnet, a subsidiary of China Unicom, to explore a potential telecommunications partnership. Announced on Tuesday, April 7 by the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications, the agreement marks a fresh
New Podcasting Rules – Must Build the Industry – Not Just Police It
By Mohale Moloi Having produced podcasts for both big brands and passionate people, I have noticed a pattern in kick-off meetings. There is a palpable excitement fueled by the belief that setting up these microphones, cameras and having the most interesting guests will lead to a lucrative new revenue stream. People don’t just start podcasts
Libya Taps Chevron to Study Untested Offshore Block NC146
The agreement focuses on technical and geological studies to better understand what the block holds. They have no drilling planned yet, and no one has made an investment decision. For now, the work involves gathering data that will shape what comes next and determine if the block is worth developing. NOC Chairman Masoud Suleman said
Orange Côte d'Ivoire Launches “Mobile Pro” to Power SME Growth
Orange Côte d'Ivoire has launched “Mobile Pro,” a mobile service aimed at entrepreneurs and small businesses, positioning it as a tool to improve how teams stay connected and manage day-to-day operations. Built Around How Small Businesses Actually Work The service bundles calls, SMS, and data into weekly and monthly plans, giving businesses predictable costs. Some
Glencore’s South Africa Ferrochrome Operations Hangs in the Balance as Power Talks Stall
Glencore’s ferrochrome operations in South Africa face growing uncertainty as negotiations with government over discounted electricity tariffs continue to stall. The company has made it clear that without lower power costs, its smelters—already operating at a loss—cannot remain viable, putting as many as 1,500 jobs at risk. Power Costs and Ongoing Negotiations At the centre
New tax year: Why SMEs Should Treat Tax as a Full-Year Strategy
As the new tax year gets underway, South African SMEs are navigating an increasingly complex operating environment marked by rising costs, tighter margins, and ongoing economic pressure. Yet despite these challenges, many businesses still approach tax as a once-off compliance exercise, something to address at filing season rather than as an integral part of their
Three-time Founder Sim Shagaya Launches Myka, a New Nigerian Insurance Startup
Sim Shagaya, the entrepreneur behind Konga and uLesson, has launched Myka, a new insurance company in Nigeria. The startup is currently accepting waitlist sign-ups Shagaya, who also founded E-Motion, described Myka on LinkedIn as a “rethink of how insurance works in Nigeria.” He did not share details on the specific products or the official launch
Nigeria's CBN Tightens Remittance Regulations for Greater Oversight
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced new regulations for International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs), including major players like Western Union and MoneyGram. Starting May 1, these operators must open Naira-denominated settlement accounts with licensed banks in Nigeria. The move is designed to channel remittances through official financial systems. The decision affects millions of
Cost-of-Living Anxiety is Reshaping Consumer Behaviour
By Bonita Christie, Business Unit Director, Publicis Commerce Experiential Before the fuel price increase is announced, South African consumers are already doing the mental arithmetic. They know it is coming. And so, quietly and without fanfare, they begin to edit, not just their spending, but their relationship with brands. The cost-of-living conversation is not new,
WOMEN AND SKILLS POSITIONED AT THE HEART OF AFRICA’S MINING FUTURE
Africa’s mineral wealth is once again at the centre of global competition, Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, Chancellor of the University of Johannesburg, said in a forthright address at the recent Mining Skills Lekgotla held at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand. Focusing on opportunities for women in mining and the future of transformation in the sector,
Regenesys Launches Landmark Summit and Dedicated School of AI
South Africa stands at a critical juncture in the global artificial intelligence (AI) race. While the continent's largest economy has seen rapid adoption of AI tools in sectors like banking, healthcare, and public services, it continues to grapple with a severe skills deficit, high youth unemployment, and a persistent brain drain, particularly in the skill
Closing Africa’s Tech Skills Gap Needs Honesty & Collaboration in 2026
Across Africa, organisations are talking loudly about skills shortages, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. What’s less clear is whether the way we build and sustain technology talent is genuinely keeping pace with that conversation. Genevieve Koolen, HR Director at SAP Africa, says there is a noticeable shift away from purely qualification-led hiring toward skills-based thinking, but
Call for entries: Intercultural Innovation Hub 2026
Founded in 2011, the Intercultural Innovation Hub (IIH) is a joint initiative by the BMW Group and the United Nations Alliance of Civilisations (UNAOC), supported by Accenture. In 2026, the search is on again for projects worldwide that build inclusive societies and drive social change through intercultural innovation. Global impact through social innovation The Intercultural
Tanzania Breaks Ground on $273 Million Fuel Storage Project at Dar es Salaam Port
Tanzania held a groundbreaking ceremony on March 3, 2026, for the construction of 15 petroleumstorage tanks at the Port of Dar es Salaam. The government launched the project in 2024 at a cost of 701.8 billion Tanzanian shillings ($273 million). Once completed, the facility will add 378,000 cubic metres of fuel storage capacity. The presidency
Palo Alto Networks Expands Focus on Africa as Cyber Threats Accelerate
Global cybersecurity company Palo Alto Networks is increasing its focus on Africa as digital transformation accelerates, and cyber risks intensify across the continent. With more than 70,000 organisations relying on its AI-powered security platforms worldwide, the company says protecting critical infrastructure and digital systems has become directly tied to economic stability. The Shrinking Window for