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Africa: Ethiopia’s Multifaceted Achievements Serve As Model for Africa, Say Social Media Influencers

eriinfo.com4 weeks ago05 mins

Addis Ababa — Leading African social media influencers attending the African Social Media Influencers Summit (ASMIS) 2026 in Addis Ababa said Ethiopia’s progress in infrastructure, technology, and cultural preservation offers valuable lessons for the rest of the continent. The summit has brought together prominent digital creators, media personalities, communication experts, and content producers from across…

'I will serve not rule over Hungary,' says new PM

eriinfo.com4 weeks ago01 mins

Nearly a month ago Péter Magyar steered his Tisza party to a landslide victory, sweeping away 16 years of rule by Viktor Orbán.

Datatec is firing on all cylinders

eriinfo.com4 weeks ago03 mins

Datatec group CEO Jens Montanana JSE-listed international ICT group Datatec has flagged a sharp jump in earnings for its 2026 financial year, with headline earnings per share (Heps) expected to come in 51-59% higher than the prior year on the back of strong second-half performance from its Westcon International and Logicalis International divisions. In a…

Volcano erupts in Indonesia, killing at least 3 hikers in an off-limits area, police say

eriinfo.com4 weeks ago03 mins

Three hikers — two Singaporeans and a local — who were in an off-limits area died Friday in an eruption of Indonesia’s Mount Dukono volcano, officials said. Several others were missing. The eruption on Halmahera island sent an ash cloud about 6 miles into the air, but no towns or villages were close enough to…

Analysis: AI stocks surge amid bubble concerns

eriinfo.com4 weeks ago09 mins

Some AI stocks might burst. (Graphic: Nicola Mawson | Freepik & Pexels) Within the past week, several tech stocks – especially those associated with artificial intelligence (AI) – have run up to new heights, with warnings that some of these shares could burst. Lofty valuations are being reached as tech stocks are proving to be…

Health benefits of an onion

eriinfo.com4 weeks ago05 mins

An onion is a powerful ally for health. INFOGRAPHIC/AEN. By PATRICK MAYOYO [email protected] Often relegated to the background of our meals, the onion is emerging as a nutritional superstar, praised not only for its flavour but also for its impressive health benefits. Nutritionists and health experts are increasingly highlighting how this common kitchen staple can…

US military kills two people in new eastern Pacific Ocean attack | News

eriinfo.com4 weeks ago03 mins

The killings mark the third attack in May alone by the US military in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Published On 9 May 20269 May 2026 The United States military said it killed two people, leaving one survivor, in its latest attack on vessels in the eastern Pacific Ocean. US Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) announced the attack…

Altron’s FY26 earnings seen firmer as platforms power growth

eriinfo.com4 weeks ago04 mins

JSE-listed Altron has firmed up its earnings guidance for the year ended 28 February 2026, with headline earnings per share (Heps) from continuing operations now expected to rise by 31-37% — broadly in line with the more than 30% growth flagged in the group’s 12 February trading statement. In an updated trading statement issued on…

Revival of Blackberry nostalgia and keyboard fuels smartphone startups

eriinfo.com4 weeks ago09 mins

The Clicks Communicater smartphone on display. Startup Clicks Technology makes a Blackberry phone. Clicks When Apple launched the iPhone in 2007, physical keyboards quickly lost ground to touchscreens and faded from mainstream smartphones. Now, a new wave of startups, including U.K.-based Clicks Technology and Chinese firm Unihertz, is bringing them back and carving out a…

68% of passwords can be cracked within a day

eriinfo.com4 weeks ago07 mins

AI-driven cracking tools expose weaknesses in modern password practices. (Image source: 123RF) More than 50% of leaked passwords end with a number, and the “@” symbol appears in 10% of cases, according to Kaspersky research. This highlights persistent weaknesses and predictability in user password behaviour, particularly as AI is increasingly being used by hackers to…