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Kenya Becomes Africa's Second-Biggest Startup Hub
Innovation5h ago

Kenya Becomes Africa's Second-Biggest Startup Hub

Kenya just ranked as Africa's second most innovation-ready economy, with Nairobi startups raising nearly $1 billion in 2025. The East African nation is proving that smart policy and digital infrastructure can build a thriving tech ecosystem.

Regional: africa innovation startup (ZA)2 min read
Liberia's Main Hospital Unveils $133M Transformation Plan
Health & Wellness5h ago

Liberia's Main Hospital Unveils $133M Transformation Plan

Liberia's largest hospital just launched an ambitious five-year plan to build a modern medical center and trauma unit that will serve over 5.5 million people. The project addresses critical infrastructure gaps and brings hope for better healthcare access across the nation.

AllAfrica - Health3 min read
South Africa Fires 5 Officials, Reopens Fraud-Free Office
Solutions5h ago

South Africa Fires 5 Officials, Reopens Fraud-Free Office

After cracking down on corruption, South Africa's social security agency has fired five officials and rebuilt its fraud-prevention systems. The Johannesburg office is now serving vulnerable citizens again with stronger safeguards in place.

AllAfrica - Headlines2 min read
5 AI Tools Help African Startups Compete Globally
Solutions5h ago

5 AI Tools Help African Startups Compete Globally

African founders are using AI to replace entire departments and compete with well-funded global startups using tiny teams. Five essential tools are turning small African companies into powerhouses without bloating payroll.

Techpoint Africa3 min read
6 Startups Bring Insurance to 20M African Farmers
Solutions5h ago

6 Startups Bring Insurance to 20M African Farmers

Only 3% of Africans have insurance, leaving millions vulnerable when disaster strikes. Six innovative startups are using mobile money and smart tech to protect over 20 million people across the continent.

Techpoint Africa3 min read
South African Rooibos Exports Hit Record 10,930 Tonnes
Planet Wins11h ago

South African Rooibos Exports Hit Record 10,930 Tonnes

South Africa's beloved rooibos tea just smashed export records, reaching over 10,930 tonnes shipped to more than 50 countries in 2025. Farmers are getting creative with carbon-trapping soil techniques to protect this unique crop that grows nowhere else on Earth.

Daily Maverick3 min read
200-Year-Old Cathedral Still Anchors South African City
Global News11h ago

200-Year-Old Cathedral Still Anchors South African City

In the heart of Nelson Mandela Bay, a 200-year-old cathedral continues to stand as a living monument to history, faith, and community. St Mary's Cathedral, designed by the city's first architect in 1825, houses artifacts some believe date back to the 14th century.

Daily Maverick3 min read
Kenya Launches Twice-Yearly HIV Prevention Injectable
Health & Wellness11h ago

Kenya Launches Twice-Yearly HIV Prevention Injectable

Kenya just became one of the first countries in the world to offer a revolutionary HIV prevention drug that only requires two shots per year. The free injectable could protect millions and dramatically reduce new infections across the nation.

AllAfrica - Health3 min read
Kenya Launches HIV Prevention Shot with 99.9% Success Rate
Health & Wellness11h ago

Kenya Launches HIV Prevention Shot with 99.9% Success Rate

Kenya began administering a groundbreaking HIV prevention injection that's taken just twice a year and reduces transmission risk by more than 99.9 percent. The drug is free for recipients, offering new hope to 1.3 million Kenyans living with HIV.

AllAfrica - Headlines2 min read
Morocco Helps Raise $9B for Central African Republic
Solutions11h ago

Morocco Helps Raise $9B for Central African Republic

After peaceful elections brought stability to the Central African Republic, Morocco helped organize a donor conference that secured $9 billion for rebuilding the war-torn nation. The funds will support infrastructure, development, and peace efforts across the country.

Google News - Morocco Progress3 min read
Nigeria Joins India AI Summit With MacArthur Foundation
Innovation17h ago

Nigeria Joins India AI Summit With MacArthur Foundation

Nigerian leaders in digital rights, journalism, and civic tech joined India's major AI summit to help shape how artificial intelligence serves everyday people. The MacArthur Foundation backed the diverse delegation to ensure African voices influence global AI rules before they're set in stone.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
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Innovation17h ago

Biometric Tech Brings Healthcare to 350K Undocumented People

A volunteer medical group in Mauritania is using facial recognition to create patient records for thousands who lack birth certificates or ID cards. The offline technology works in remote desert areas and protects privacy while ensuring better care.

AllAfrica - Innovation2 min read
Kenya Links 240 African Banks for Instant Local Payments
Solutions17h ago

Kenya Links 240 African Banks for Instant Local Payments

Kenya just plugged into a continent-wide payment network that lets 240 African banks send money across borders instantly in local currency. No more waiting days or losing money to expensive dollar conversions.

TechCabal3 min read
Tanzania Invests in Mental Health Through Family Support
Solutions17h ago

Tanzania Invests in Mental Health Through Family Support

Tanzania is launching a nationwide push to strengthen families and reduce mental health challenges through education and social welfare programs. The government recognizes that healthy families build stronger, more resilient communities.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
South Africa's EV Charging Surges 142% in a Single Year
Videos17h ago

South Africa's EV Charging Surges 142% in a Single Year

South Africa's electric vehicle charging network just proved that clean transportation is taking off on the continent. One major company alone powered enough charging sessions to drive 78 times around the globe.

CleanTechnica3 min read
South Africa Teams Up to Tackle Child Literacy Crisis
Solutions17h ago

South Africa Teams Up to Tackle Child Literacy Crisis

Hundreds of thousands of South African children can't read a single word after three years of school, but provinces and donors are now joining forces to turn the tide. A powerful new partnership is bringing hope to a generation at risk.

AllAfrica - Headlines2 min read
Kenya Banks Launch Instant Payments Across Africa
Solutions17h ago

Kenya Banks Launch Instant Payments Across Africa

Sending money across Africa just got faster and cheaper. Kenya's Pesalink network partnered with a Pan-African payment system to enable instant cross-border transfers in local currencies.

AllAfrica - Headlines2 min read
Africa Solar Boom: Record 2025 Powers New Energy Future
Planet Wins17h ago

Africa Solar Boom: Record 2025 Powers New Energy Future

After years of lagging behind, Africa just hit a solar power milestone that's lighting up the continent and offering hope to millions without reliable electricity. Record solar installations in 2025 are transforming how Africa powers its future.

Google News - Renewable Energy Breakthrough3 min read
Six South African Provinces Fight Child Literacy Crisis
Solutions23h ago

Six South African Provinces Fight Child Literacy Crisis

After years of diagnosis, six South African provinces are finally rolling out massive reading programs to help the 70% of young students who can't read at grade level. Provincial governments and donors are investing millions in proven teaching methods that could change millions of children's lives.

Daily Maverick3 min read
South Africa Launches New HIV Vaccine Trial Without US Funds
Community Heroes23h ago

South Africa Launches New HIV Vaccine Trial Without US Funds

A groundbreaking HIV vaccine study in Cape Town is moving forward after South African researchers regrouped when US funding vanished. The trial tests a novel approach that could finally unlock the key to preventing HIV.

AllAfrica - Health3 min read

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