Mauritius Blocks Social Media Until Election Ends
Mauritius bans social media access until November 11, citing national security concerns amidst a wiretapping scandal.
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Kenya Unveils Ambitious Tax Reform Plan, Eyes 90% Compliance Rate
Kenya's President William Ruto announces plans to increase revenue collection from 14% to 22% of GDP in 10 years, leveraging technology and AI for 90% tax compliance rate.
Africa's Poverty Crisis: 10 Countries Lagging Behind in SDG1 Progress
New report reveals top 10 African countries struggling to eradicate poverty, hindering SDG1 progress and economic growth.
African Renewable Energy Boom Attracts Chinese Investors
Five African countries emerge as top destinations for Chinese investors in renewable energy, driven by abundant resources and financing gaps.
Angular 19 Released: Boosts Server-Side Rendering and Dev Productivity
Google's Angular 19 introduces incremental hydration, route-level render mode, and event replay to enhance server-side rendering and developer experience.
Chicago's Cloud Computing Tax Hike Sparks Fears of Tech Exodus
Chicago's plan to increase cloud computing taxes from 9% to 11% may drive away businesses, sparking concerns about the city's tech industry and broader economic implications.
StartupFuel Launches AI-Powered Due Diligence Tool to Combat Misinformation in African Startups
StartupFuel introduces DiligenceGPT, an AI-driven tool to help venture capital firms make informed investment decisions in African startups by identifying misinformation and bias.
