Technology

Uganda partially restores internet after election result declaration

Ugandan authorities partially restored internet services late on Saturday after President Yoweri Museveni won a seventh term in the January 15, 2026 elections.

Iran protests death toll tops 3,000 as internet slowly flickers back

Residents say the crackdown has largely quelled protests, with state media reporting more arrests and quiet streets even in northern Caspian cities.

Uganda elections: Voting hit by technical glitches amid internet shutdown

Biometric machines - used to verify voters' identity - have malfunctioned in many areas and ballot boxes were undelivered in some polling stations.

Uganda to shut down internet ahead of Thursday election: Communications Commission

Uganda ordered an internet shutdown on Tuesday, two days ahead of elections in which President Yoweri Museveni will be a candidate against opposition politician Bobi Wine.

Who is IShowSpeed, the internet sensation who has lit up Kenya?

IShowSpeed, alias Speed, livestreamed his public procession in the heart of Kenya's capital, Nairobi, with dozens of youth in tow.

Defiant Khamenei slams protests as Iran presses internet shutdown

The biggest protests seen yet in the movement took place late Thursday with large crowds marching through Tehran, chanting slogans.

South Africa vs Musk: Rules over Starlink license eased after row

New rules allow foreign-owned satellite internet providers to operate in the country without selling 30% of their local equity to non-white owners.

Satellite images uncover atrocities in Sudan's Al Fasher city

Satellite images from Sudan have played a crucial role in uncovering the atrocities committed during paramilitary group RSF's takeover of the last army stronghold in the western Darfur region.

Ghana gives satellite TV service provider MultiChoice ultimatum to review charges

MultiChoice, which operates pay-TV services DSTV and GOTV has faced legal and regulatory hurdles in the past years from some countries.

Turkish satellite Turksat begins beaming internet to Syria

Turksat's satellite service helps people connect with the rest of the world after years of war destroyed the country's telecommunications infrastructure.

Erdogan announces Türkiye among world’s top three in UAV technology at TEKNOFEST event

Turkish President Erdogan highlights Türkiye’s commitment to future, emphasising TEKNOFEST's role and strategic projects in the growth of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.

High technology, AI key to new world — TEKNOFEST head

TRNC should be the world's centre of attraction in tech and science in the heart of the Mediterranean, Selcuk Bayraktar says.

Turksat 6A satellite carries out 1st broadcast test

Türkiye's first locally designed, produced communication satellite marks its 1st signal.

Meta plans mega internet cable linking Africa to the world

The cable will run between the US, South Africa, India, Brazil and "other regions"

Nigeria's controversial telecom tariff hike explained

The tariff hike underscores the delicate balancing act faced by the Nigerian government as it navigates economic reforms while ensuring social stability.

Teknofest parent sets up technology centre in Mauritania

The facility will be used to impart modern technological skills and training to the local youth.

Türkiye's Turksat 5A satellite enhances broadcast capacity

The satellite enables broadcasts and data communications across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the three seas surrounding Türkiye.

Türkiye's communication satellite Turksat 6A reaches designated orbit

"This is not just a communication satellite. It is the realisation of a project that will shape Türkiye’s future in space and bolster its global influence," says Turkish transport minister.

AWA: Senegalese start-up's AI muse speaks in Wolof

Homegrown AI in the native tongue is democratising technology in Senegal and bringing millions of unlettered citizens into the digital mainstream.

Zimbabwe launches second satellite, ZIMSAT-2

Zimbabwe says the satellite's primary mission is to monitor crop health by using its advanced imaging technology to identify nutrient deficiencies.

Niger signs deal with Starlink for internet services

New technology to allow western African nation to benefit from high-speed internet connection, says communication minister

Ethiopia launches sale of Ethio Telecom shares

Ethiopia has launched a sale of shares in the historic telecoms operator Ethio Telecom.

African attendees: Our great technology experiences at Türkiye's Teknofest fair

Among international attendees were African students, who praised Türkiye's technological advancements.

Africa urged to use technology to combat climate change

A continental summit in Zambia has challenged Africa to leverage on technology to tackle climate change and illegal migration.