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Personal takes and commentary on tech policy, society, and innovation in Africa.
AI Goes to DC: What Sam Altman Told the U.S. Senate & Why We Should Pay Attention
If you thought AI was just about ChatGPT answering your questions or drawing cartoons on your phone, think…
AI-Powered Governance Takes Centre Stage at Africa CEO Forum
The 2025 Africa CEO Forum just wrapped up in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire—and while business leaders, heads of state,…
Starlink Reboots in Congo—From Ban to Bandwidth
Just a few months ago, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) banned Starlink, citing “unauthorised operations.” Fast forward…
Cybersecurity or Cyber Silencing? New Bills Raise Eyebrows
Zambia is back in the headlines—but this time, it’s not about load shedding or maize shortages. In April…
Trump, Tariffs & Trojan Horses: A New Frontier for Cybercriminals
The recent imposition of sweeping tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump has disrupted global trade dynamics, particularly affecting…
Unlocking Intra-African Digital Trade: Is Namibia Cyber Ready?
The recently concluded Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Digital Trade and Services Forum, held in May 2025…
Honouring a President Who Believed in a Connected Zambia
When Edgar Chagwa Lungu, Zambia’s sixth president, passed away on 5 June 2025 at the age of 68,…
Mauritius: Africa’s Cybersecurity Lighthouse in a Turbulent Digital Sea
When you hear the word “Mauritius,” most people think about beach holidays, offshore bank accounts, or honeymoon trips.…