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Andrew Christian

Andrew is a reporter, analyst and features journalist investigating the forces shaping Africa's digital economy.
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Africa’s undersea cable troubles are far from over

Undersea cable networks serving Africa have faced their fair share of challenges. But from the unfortunate look of things, the issues faced persist.

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Public outrage forces Nigeria’s suspension of cybersecurity levy

The Bola Tinubu administration directed the Central Bank of Nigeria to postpone the implementation of the levy indefinitely.

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Nigeria’s apex bank extends cash deposit fee suspension

This decisive move comes in response to mounting grievances from bank customers

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Seamfix gets $4.5 million first institutional funding

The firm provides identity creation, verification, and transaction accreditation solutions for large organizations and government agencies. .

Cybersecurity

A talent shortfall threatens cybersecurity in Africa

In Q2 2023, the region experienced the highest average of cyberattacks per week per organization

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West African subsea cables repaired after weeks-long damage

Following enduring weeks of disruptions, West Africa is on the brink of getting back steady internet connection via normal routes

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X, social media’s paradoxical bastion of authentic information

As X evolves into its new phase under Elon Musk's leadership, it does so along the treacherous waters of content moderation

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Kenya’s comms regulator deplatforms dozens of TV stations

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), continuing its crackdown on broadcasting services, has ordered the closure of more than 58 television stations and at least 6 courier companies serving the East African country. 

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Opera quits free data in Kenya in regulatory bowdown

Weeks after Kenya's betting watchdog ruled against bookmark ads, the platform is discontinuing its free data service

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Operators try to end Sudan’s months-long telecoms blackout

These telcos' struggles stem from direct damage to the country's communications infrastructure

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Nigeria’s newly proposed national ID gets cold reception

Per the official statement, the ID will be powered by AfriGo, a national card scheme created by the Central Bank of Nigeria

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Microsoft faces legal battle in South Africa

The pending case mirrors the tech giant's ongoing legal battles in European countries

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