The sheer scale of the distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks on South African internet infrastructure in recent days does not make sense considering the relatively small amounts the attackers are trying to extort. A senior South African network security specialist, who asked for anonymity given the nature of his work, told TechCentral on Tuesday that the…
Addis Ababa — African countries must stop exporting raw minerals and focus on local processing and manufacturing, if the continent is to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and build inclusive, long-term prosperity, Tanzania Minerals Deputy Minister Steven Kiruswa said. In an exclusive interview with the Ethiopian News Agency, Kiruswa said sustainable development requires Africa…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo a “public health emergency of international concern”, with cases now confirmed in neighbouring Uganda. Here is what you need to know. What is Ebola? Ebola is a serious potentially fatal infectious disease. It causes fever, damage to blood…
US president also says he could again strike Iran if progress on ceasefire is not made within ‘days’. Published On 19 May 202619 May 2026 United States President Donald Trump says Chinese leader Xi Jinping has assured him that Beijing would not send weapons to Iran during the ongoing war. The statement on Tuesday came…
Mozilla has confirmed that it will officially launch its free virtual private network (VPN) feature in South Africa in June 2026. Embedded directly within the Firefox internet browser, the service will allow local users to mask their IP addresses and encrypt their online browsing traffic without the need to download external applications or software extensions….
Nairobi — Much of the conversations around the future of technology is shaped by what we can see the apps we use, the platforms we engage with and the innovations redefining how we live and work. Artificial intelligence, fintech and immersive digital experiences dominate headlines and capture our imagination. But the true story of technological…
The government of Togo has announced the removal of visa requirements for citizens of all African countries visiting the country for short stays of up to 30 days. The announcement was made on Tuesday in a statement issued by Togo’s Ministry of Security through its official X (formerly Twitter) handle. According to the ministry, the…
APA Corporation’s Beryl Alpha oil platform in the North Sea. Courtesy: APA Corporation Oil prices fell on Tuesday after U.S. President Donald Trump said he would postpone a planned military strike on Iran following requests from key Middle Eastern leaders, easing fears of an imminent escalation that could further disrupt global crude supplies. International benchmark Brent…
The Western Cape Government, Department of Infrastructure implemented Bentley Systems’ AI-powered Blyncsy technology to monitor approximately 5,000 kilometers of roadway to detect critical infrastructure issues. (Image courtesy of Bentley Systems) Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced a landmark partnership with the Western Cape Government, Department of Infrastructure to implement…
President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has reaffirmed his commitment to boosting food security across Africa through large-scale fertiliser investments, declaring that the continent has the capacity to feed itself and become a net exporter of agricultural products. Dangote made this known while addressing journalists in Gode, in Ethiopia’s Somali region, during a high-profile…
