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Media often tout fintech as answer to Africa’s problems, overlooking its downsides
African headlines often praise fintech as solving the continent's economic problems, but some political economists and social theorists challenge this narrative
March 11, 2024
Science & Technology
Global sector correction leads to sharp drop in start-up funding
Funding for tech start-ups dried up last year, mirroring a phenomenon seen across the continent and beyond as international funders pulled out in the worst year for venture capital in nine years
February 5, 2024
Environment
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Building climate-resilient African cities — experts outline what is needed
Window of opportunity to secure liveable, equitable, and sustainable futures in the face of climate change is closing fast, more so for Africa
December 3, 2023
Education
Science & Technology
South African university students use AI to help them learn, not to cheat
Survey finds moral panic over AI use is unwarranted, as students often use AI tools for engaged learning
November 20, 2023
Science & Technology
The Uganda Securities Exchange website has a serious malware problem
Hackers have hijacked the website of the Uganda Securities Exchange and are now using it to sell goods and link to counterfeit shops and gambling sites
November 14, 2023
Science & Technology
Innovation should not be taxed, Museveni says as he promises support for start-ups
President says government will consider setting up a Sh500bn fund for science and innovation, and offer tax breaks for start-ups
November 13, 2023
Health
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Chatbots for health advice: three tips to avoid misleading information
What should you do if you're tempted to seek medical advice from ChatGPT, despite its ability to give false but convincing answers?
September 20, 2023
Science & Technology
Kibale National Park study offers new cheaper way to monitor wildlife
Simple and inexpensive method of collecting DNA from the environment is a promising development for large-scale biomonitoring efforts
September 19, 2023