Category: Patch Notes
China details crewed moon landing plans
By Aishah Karim November 4, 2026
China unveils its detailed roadmap for a crewed lunar landing before 2030, including test missions and a lunar lander for three astronauts.
Airtel Nigeria launches Open Network for feedback
By Mariam Yusof October 31, 2026
Airtel Nigeria launches Open Network for subscriber feedback to improve network coverage.
Moonshot Conference Sets ‘Courage and Conviction’ Theme
By Aishah Karim October 27, 2026
Moonshot conference heads to Lagos with a ‘Courage & Conviction’ theme, set for October 28-29 2026 at the National Theatre, defining Africa’s tech future.
Girls face barriers to tech careers despite education rights
By Siti Abdullah October 24, 2026
Girls face barriers to tech careers despite education rights, highlighting the need for equitable opportunities and resources to overcome gender biases.
Finserve Africa MD Eva Ngigi Sarwari Dies at 45
By Mariam Yusof October 21, 2026
Managing director of Finserve Africa Eva Ngigi Sarwari dies at 45 during a business trip to China, a sudden loss for the banking sector.
KEPSA Opposes Internet Metering Bill Over Privacy, Cost Fears
By Aishah Karim October 15, 2026
KEPSA opposes Kenya's internet metering bill, citing privacy risks and higher costs for users.
Dan Kwach returns to Cassava Technologies to lead AI data
By Aishah Karim October 9, 2026
Dan Kwach returns to Africa Data Centers to lead AI data center expansion in Nairobi.
Safaricom introduces Shari’ah-compliant fund for M-PESA investors
By Aishah Karim October 7, 2026
Safaricom’s new Shari’ah-compliant fund for M-PESA investors avoids interest and restricted sectors, offering profit-sharing via My OneApp or *334# with KES 100
Google’s AI Assistant to Make Phone Calls for Users
By Mariam Yusof October 6, 2026
Google AI assistant Gemini is being built to place phone calls for users, with the Call for Me trial live, though the feature remains unofficial.
Wikimedia Anambra Network Boosts Local Knowledge Contributions
By Mariam Yusof October 3, 2026
Wikimedia Anambra Network trained 102 contributors who added 63,000+ entries on Wikipedia, Wikidata, and Wikimedia Commons, boosting Anambra State’s global know