Author: Anita Bosman
Brazzaville: TECHz – News Desk On February 28, 2026, in Brazzaville, Minister of Posts, Telecommunications, and the Digital Economy, Léon Juste Ibombo, received a Chinese delegation during the launch of rehabilitation works on the Congo-Ocean Railway (CFCO). The discussions focused on the integration of satellite communications and navigation systems, including the BeiDou Navigation Satellite System, to support the modernization of the CFCO. Minister Ibombo emphasized that these technologies are essential rather than a luxury for the Congo. He noted that satellite systems enable better connectivity for rural areas, optimize natural resource management, secure critical infrastructure, and link the country’s major…
Dakar: TECHz – News Desk On March 1, 2026, the Minister of Communication, Telecommunications, and the Digital Economy of Senegal, Mr. Alioune Sall, received H.E. Ms. Laure Huberty, Ambassador of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, accompanied by the resident representative of LuxDev, Luxembourg’s Development Agency. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral digital cooperation and exploring high-impact initiatives to advance Senegal’s digital economy. Discussions emphasized the development of a structured and competitive FinTech ecosystem in Senegal. Key priorities included improving the regulatory framework to foster innovation while maintaining financial stability, promoting regional collaboration within the UEMOA space for scalability and interoperability,…
Abuja: TechZ – News Desk On March 3, 2026, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) announced a collaborative effort with 60 other Data Protection Authorities (DPAs) to enforce privacy rights in the use of artificial intelligence (AI). The initiative centers on the “Joint Statement on AI-Generated Imagery and the Protection of Privacy”, coordinated by the International Enforcement Cooperation Working Group (IEWG) of the Global Privacy Assembly. This collaboration highlights growing concerns over AI tools capable of generating realistic images and videos of identifiable individuals. The Joint Statement raises specific concerns regarding the misuse of AI-powered tools to produce non-consensual imagery,…
Barcelona: TECHz – News Desk Day One set the tone. Day Two raised the stakes. As the Fira Gran Via filled up on Tuesday morning, MWC Barcelona 2026 shifted from grand declarations to ground-level action. The halls felt denser, the conversations more specific, and the announcements more pointed. If Day One was about establishing the ambition of The IQ Era, Day Two was about showing what that ambition looks like in practice, on the exhibition floor, in the session rooms, and across the industry partnerships taking shape in real time. From 5G Standalone roundtables and O-RAN summits to the latest…
Centurion: TECHz – News Desk SES, a leading space solutions company, along with IoT technology provider Advannotech and additional service providers are collaborating to bring technology to South Africa’s next generation of farmers. The project would enable young farmers to get a feel for data-driven agribusiness while participating in the Enterprising Africa Regional Network (EARN), a hands-on program combining practical farming, business skills and innovation for success. The program aims to leverage technology to tackle food insecurity and economic growth through a climate-smart training farm in Centurion, South Africa and has successfully completed a three-month proof-of-concept trial. Using IoT over…
Mountain View: TECHz – News Desk SentinelOne has been recognized by Software Analyst Cyber Research (SACR) as a leader in its inaugural “Unified Agentic Defense Platforms Majestic Technoscope” evaluation. The report, which is the first of its kind, evaluates the convergence of AI and data security as well as the emergence of unified AI and data cybersecurity platforms. The evaluation includes a mix of cyber platform giants and emerging startups. SentinelOne earned the coveted Innovator distinction – the highest ranking in the report, defined as players (who) are strong in both their Purpose (strategic vision, market understanding) and Delivery (execution,…
Barcelona: TECHz – News Desk Cassava Technologies, a global technology leader of African heritage, has announced the launch of Cassava Autonomous Network, an agentic solution designed to significantly improve network performance across Africa. This solution is the first African-ready, autonomous network built specifically to self-optimise mobile Radio Access Networks (RAN) and tailored for the unique complexities of Africa’s connectivity landscape. Powered by NVIDIA AI infrastructure, NVIDIA NIM microservices, and the NVIDIA Network Configuration Blueprint, Cassava Autonomous Network offers policy-driven automation that replaces manual network adjustments with continuous, intelligent optimisations. The solution reduces operational bottlenecks and increases efficiency by up to…
Dakar: TECHz – News Desk The Comptroller-General of Police, Abdoul Wahabou Sall, Deputy Director-General of the National Police (DGA), received a delegation from Meta, led by the Manager of Law Enforcement Relations and Public Policy for Francophone Africa. The meeting focused on key areas of cooperation, including strengthening collaboration on public safety, with a particular emphasis on the protection of young people and minors, and presenting Meta devices and programs designed to support law enforcement operations. Meta representatives reaffirmed their commitment to support the National Police through capacity-building initiatives. Following the discussions, the DGA instructed the Meta focal point at…
Johannesburg: TECHz – News Desk Duxbury Networking has been appointed the exclusive distributor of Milesight surveillance solutions in South Africa, expanding its surveillance portfolio with a platform designed to deliver AI-driven analytics, rapid deployment, and open integration for modern security environments. The appointment strengthens Duxbury’s Surveillance pillar, which focuses on delivering integrated video, analytics, storage, and monitoring solutions that generate actionable insight rather than passive footage. Milesight adds a flexible, performance-driven surveillance option that complements Duxbury’s existing portfolio, enabling the company to design solutions suited to a broader range of project requirements, operational environments, and budget structures. Milesight’s platform is…
Nairobi: TECHz – News Desk The Ministry of Information, Communications & The Digital Economy, in collaboration with the ICT Authority, has officially launched the 2026 edition of CyberGame Kenya, a nationwide initiative aimed at bolstering digital security across the country. The event was inaugurated virtually by the Principal Secretary for ICT and the Digital Economy, Eng. John Tanui, CBS. CyberGame Kenya 2026, themed Securing Kenya’s Digital Future, commenced on 1 March and will run until 9 May 2026. Building on the success of last year’s inaugural edition, the competition has sparked a nationwide interest in cybersecurity excellence, attracting students, professionals,…