Africa: IGAD Envoy to Sudan – ‘Quintet to Convene Meeting for Those Absent From Berlin Conf’

Africa: ‘Why Men Aren’t Wired to Be Committed to One Partner’ – Akon

Senegalese-American singer Akon has sparked debate after suggesting that men are not naturally wired for commitment, arguing that most relationship problems women face stem from infidelity. The five-time Grammy-nominated musician made the remarks during a recent interview with The Shade Room, where he spoke at length about relationships, gender dynamics, and his personal views on…

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iME appoints Carol Tshabalala as CEO, Africa

iME appoints Carol Tshabalala as CEO, Africa

UK-based video technology company iME has announced the appointment of Carol Tshabalala as chief executive officer for Africa, as it strengthens its expansion across key markets on the continent. Carol Tshabalala | image supplied The appointment was confirmed by iME CEO Tandi Potgieter, as part of the company’s broader global growth strategy across its core…

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TCL to debut world-first SQD-Mini LED TVs in South Africa

TCL to debut world-first SQD-Mini LED TVs in South Africa

TCL is set to disrupt the South African home entertainment market by becoming the first brand to launch Super Quantum Dot (SQD) Mini LED smart TVs locally. This move comes as the company continues its aggressive expansion, promising flagship-tier technology without the prohibitive “premium” price tag typically associated with high-end displays. Read: Cape Town’s AI…

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Africa: All of Africa Today – April 17, 2026

Africa: All of Africa Today – April 17, 2026

  18 Killed in Zimbabwe Highway Omnibus Explosion At least 18 people have died after a commuter omnibus caught fire and exploded along the Bulawayo-Beitbridge Highway. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) said the fatal incident occurred between Chipangali and the Gwanda tollgate. The authorities have indicated that further details regarding the tragedy will be released during the…

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Africa: IGAD Envoy to Sudan – ‘Quintet to Convene Meeting for Those Absent From Berlin Conf’

Africa: AI – ‘African Govts Are Using ‘Smart City’ Systems to Monitor Dissent and Consolidate State Control’

CIVICUS discusses the spread of AI-powered surveillance in Africa with Wairagala Wakabi, executive director of the Collaboration on International ICT Policy for East and Southern Africa (CIPESA) and co-editor of Smart City Surveillance in Africa: Mapping Chinese AI Surveillance Across 11 Countries, the latest report by the African Digital Rights Network (ADRN) and the Institute…

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Africa: IGAD Envoy to Sudan – ‘Quintet to Convene Meeting for Those Absent From Berlin Conf’

Africa: Keyamo Calls for Aircraft Maintenance Hubs in Africa to Stop Capital Flight

Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has called for urgent and unified action to transform Africa’s aviation sector, insisting that the region must become self-sustaining in aircraft maintenance to curb current capital flight from the continent. Speaking at the 2026 Ethiopian Aviation Forum in Addis Ababa, Keyamo commended Ethiopian Airlines and described…

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