Shein EU investigation over digital services act breaches
The Shein EU investigation has officially begun after the European…
Africa Rewrites Its Digital Narrative in the Modern Age
Africa rewrites its digital narrative as technology transforms how the continent presents itself to the world. For many years, global media shaped Africa’s image with stories focused on conflict and crisis. Today, this perception is changing. With over 415 million mobile internet users, Africans now tell their own stories and highlight a new era of…
Shein EU investigation over digital services act breaches
The Shein EU investigation has officially begun after the European Commission launched proceedings into the fast fashion retailer over suspected violations of the Digital Services Act (DSA). The probe will assess whether Shein has adequate systems in place to prevent illegal product listings, protect minors, and ensure transparency in its recommendation algorithms. The European Union…
Rwanda Government and Anthropic Sign AI Agreement
The Government of Rwanda and Anthropic have signed a three year Memorandum of Understanding to expand artificial intelligence across education, health and public sector systems nationwide. The agreement formalizes an ongoing collaboration and represents Anthropic’s first multi sector government MOU in Africa. AI Deployment in Health and Public Services Under the agreement, Anthropic will support…
Macron India Visit Centers Africa AI Partnership
French President Emmanuel Macron began a state visit to India on February 17, placing artificial intelligence at the core of a growing strategic alliance. While defense discussions include potential Dassault Rafale agreements, AI cooperation carries broader long term implications for Africa. The visit sets the stage for the India AI Impact Summit on February 19,…
OpenAI Discontinues GPT-4o Over Safety Concerns
OpenAI has officially discontinued its older ChatGPT model known as GPT-4o, citing serious safety and reliability concerns. The company said the model had developed problematic behavior, including a tendency to agree with users on nearly everything even when such agreement could reinforce harmful ideas or potentially endanger users’ well-being. Concerns Over Risky Alignment According to…
AFC/M23 Plans to Establish Telecom Company in Areas Under Its Control
The AFC/M23 has announced plans to introduce a telecommunications company in territories it controls in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, aiming to restore communication services for residents. The announcement was made on February 16, 2026, by Bahati Musanga Erasto, the Governor of North Kivu appointed by AFC/M23. He spoke during a visit to residents…
Kenya Receives 21,000 Doses of Lenacapavir, a New HIV Prevention Drug
The Government of Kenya has received 21,000 doses of Lenacapavir Yeztugo, a new long-acting drug designed to prevent HIV infection, becoming the first country in East Africa to take this step. The announcement was made by Kenya’s Health Minister, Aden Duale, who confirmed that the doses arrived on February 17, 2026. Targeting High-Risk Areas The…
International Condemnation of Israel’s West Bank Plan
More than 80 United Nations member states have issued a joint condemnation of Israel’s move to expand control over the occupied West Bank and designate large areas of Palestinian land as Israeli “state property.” Speaking at the UN, Palestinian Ambassador Riyad Mansour said the coalition strongly rejects what it described as unilateral actions that deepen…
Rwanda: 28 Dead, Over 200 Hospitalized After Drinking Toxic Alcohol
At least 28 people have died and 229 others have been hospitalized in Rwanda after consuming alcohol suspected to contain dangerous chemicals, health authorities have confirmed. According to the Ministry of Health, the victims were recorded between February 2 and February 12, 2026. The affected individuals were admitted to health facilities in Bugesera District, Ruhango…
Obama Aliens comments podcast: Former president clarifies ‘They’re Real’ remark
The Obama aliens comments podcast moment quickly went viral after former US President Barack Obama said “they’re real” when asked about extraterrestrials. He later clarified that the probability of aliens visiting Earth remains low. Obama made the remarks during an interview with podcast host Brian Tyler Cohen, in what he described as a rapid-fire “speed…
Leysdown beach manslaughter case: Teenagers guilty over killing of Alexander Cashford
The Leysdown beach manslaughter case has concluded with three teenagers found guilty over the killing of Alexander Cashford, who was lured to a beach in Kent and fatally attacked. A 16-year-old girl and two boys, aged 15 and 16, denied murdering the 49-year-old but were convicted of manslaughter following a trial at Woolwich Crown Court….