Mombasa, Kenya — The room was loud – not with argument, but with laughter. The question looked simple. “Real men ask for permission before escalating physical touch. True or false?” For a room filled with sexual and reproductive health and rights practitioners, the answer might seem obvious. But the room did not move so quickly….
Arriving shortly after the 25th anniversary of the Game Boy Advance’s US release, retro hardware maker Ayaneo has revealed its latest handheld: the Konkr Pocket Advance. Designed as a modern tribute to Nintendo’s iconic horizontal handheld, the device pairs classic ergonomics with upgraded display technology, expanded controls, and contemporary connectivity. Read: WalletDoc to be acquired…
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan. Laure Andrillon/Reuters Intel forecast quarterly profit and revenue above estimates on Thursday, pushing its shares up 5.2% in after-hours trade and helping prompt the company to boost spending plans over the next two years as an AI data centre buildout increases demand for its CPUs. Intel expects third-quarter revenue between US$15.8-billion…
Supercell opened applications for its first Developer Grants Program for African game studios, offering equity-free funding of between $20,000 and $200,000. The Finnish company behind Clash of Clans, Hay Day and Clash Royale plans to select 3 to 5 studios for the first cohort. Applications close on Aug. 9, shortlisted teams will be contacted in…
Sony has announced a historic restructuring of its gaming ecosystem, confirming that PlayStation will transition entirely to a digital-only distribution model. Production of physical game discs will be permanently discontinued starting January 2028, after which all new PlayStation titles will be sold exclusively via digital downloads and retail product keys. Read: Rocket Lab acquiring Iridium…
Google Play today launched its first Indie Games Fund, committing $1 million to support rising, innovative game studios from across 32 countries in Africa to scale their games and reach a global audience. The fund provides equity-free capital, technical support, and expert mentorship empowering African game developers with the skills and resources they need to…
ITWeb TV speaks to Gareth Redelinghuys, country MD at TrendAI, about the impact that AI continues to have on cyber security, in terms of both defence and attack. Business leaders need to understand this dynamic and how best to protect their ‘crown jewels’. AI remains a double-edged sword. While defenders are tapping into its speed,…
So, Amazon has finally launched Prime in South Africa. For R59/month, or R399/year, shoppers get free delivery, video and gaming. It’s aggressive pricing. But what stands out more is how long it took to get here. Amazon has been selling to South Africans for two years – and serving them, through other businesses, for far…
Published On 19 May 202619 May 2026 Victor Wembanyama outduelled Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to lead the San Antonio Spurs to an epic 122-115 double-overtime triumph over the Oklahoma City Thunder in game one of the NBA Western Conference finals. Wembanyama scored 41 points and pulled down 24 rebounds in the thrilling game on Monday. He forced…
South African National Parks (SANParks) chairperson Beryl Ferguson says Africa’s Travel Indaba is more than a marketplace – it remains a melting pot for initiatives that expand the horizons of the tourism industry. Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026 started on Tuesday and ends on Thursday, and is being held under the theme: “Unlimited Africa: Growing Africa’s…
