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Airtel Africa Partners with Starlink for Rural Internet
SolutionsFeb 19

Airtel Africa Partners with Starlink for Rural Internet

Millions across 15 African countries could soon get reliable internet access without needing cell towers. Airtel Africa is teaming up with SpaceX's Starlink to bring satellite connectivity directly to mobile phones in remote areas.

TechCabal2 min read
Nigeria Brings Weather Alerts to 100K Farmers by Phone
InnovationFeb 13

Nigeria Brings Weather Alerts to 100K Farmers by Phone

Nigerian farmers will soon receive personalized weather forecasts and planting advice directly on their mobile phones, helping them make smarter decisions about when to plant, fertilize, and harvest. The pilot program starts with 100,000 farmers and could scale to millions across Africa.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
Sweden Bans Phones in Schools to Help Kids Focus Better
SolutionsJan 28

Sweden Bans Phones in Schools to Help Kids Focus Better

Sweden is taking a bold step to help students concentrate and protect their mental health by banning mobile phones during the entire school day for children up to age 16. The nationwide policy aims to reduce distractions and give parents backup in limiting screen time at home.

Phys.org - Technology2 min read
Apple's iOS 26.3 Lets You Hide Your Location from Carriers
InnovationJan 27

Apple's iOS 26.3 Lets You Hide Your Location from Carriers

Apple is rolling out a groundbreaking privacy feature that lets iPhone users hide their precise location from mobile carriers while keeping full service quality. Your carrier will only see your general neighborhood instead of your exact street address.

Google News - Technology2 min read
Indian Police Return 173 Stolen Phones to Owners
Community HeroesJan 18

Indian Police Return 173 Stolen Phones to Owners

Police in India tracked down 173 lost and stolen mobile phones and returned them to their owners using a national device registry. The successful recovery shows how technology is helping reunite people with their digital lifelines.

The Hindu2 min read