The author, Endeavor South Africa CEO Alison Collier A structural shift is under way in global venture capital, with investors increasingly turning to emerging markets as performance in traditional tech hubs moderates. The best risk-adjusted returns are no longer concentrated in a handful of established ecosystems — and this is not a philosophical shift, it’s…
The US defence secretary confirms a US military base was hit by Iran on Sunday.
Lenovo already boasts an extensive lineup of gaming handhelds, but at MWC, the company proved there is always room for innovation. Their latest project, the Legion Go Fold, is an ambitious concept built around a flexible OLED display. While the hardware initially appears ungainly, the level of adaptability is genuinely intriguing. Read: Sony LinkBuds Clip…
On Monday morning, Brent crude climbed 9 per cent to $79.41 per barrel from $72.87 on Friday — a seven-month high — based on figures from FactSet. Oil prices surged on Monday while global equities slid, as escalating hostilities between the United States, Israel, and Iran rattled energy markets and heightened fears of a prolonged…
Most Americans feel the Trump administration has not clearly explained the U.S.’ goals in the conflict with Iran. Explanation — or the perceived lack of one — is linked to whether people support it or not. The longer Americans believe the conflict will last, the more they disapprove. Half the country believes it’ll be months,…
Digital transformation outpaces talent supply, forcing local companies to upskill internally. (Image created via ChatGPT) The South African education system’s inability to sufficiently equip students for a technology-driven economy is among the key factors that have intensified the country’s IT skills crisis. This is the sentiment shared by industry pundits from training providers and business…
Growth-stage startups across the continent can now apply for Google Accelerator Africa 10, a three-month hybrid program targeting companies building AI-driven solutions. The 12-week “AI First” program is designed for Series A startups based in Africa or developing Africa-focused products powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning. Selected companies will gain access to Google’s technical…
Gender diversity declined in African tech funding in 2025 even as total investment volumes recovered, according to the latest African Tech Startups Funding Report by Disrupt Africa. A total of 178 startups raised $1.64 billion during the year. While the number of funded ventures dipped slightly, total funding increased 46.2% compared to 2024. Only 30…
US Navy ‘will begin escorting’ oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway, if necessary, US President Trump says. Listen to this article | 2 mins info Published On 3 Mar 20263 Mar 2026 Click here to share on social media share2 Share plus2googleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo President Donald Trump has announced that the…
The GSMA Handset Affordability Coalition — comprising six of the largest mobile operators in Africa — on Tuesday announced that six countries on the continent have been earmarked for the launch of its low-cost device priced at just US$40 (R660). The announcement was made during a press conference at the African Pavilion stand at Mobile…
