At AfricaCom 2025 (Nov 11–13, Cape Town), Business France will lead 10 innovative French tech and telecom companies to showcase their expertise in AI, 5G, OTT, mobile payments, and digital transformation. As Sub-Saharan Africa’s largest telecom and technology event, AfricaCom will gather over 15,000 professionals and 500 exhibitors from 110 countries. With South Africa emerging as the region’s digital hub—boasting 98% 4G coverage, expanding 5G networks, and €1.47 billion in telecom investment—French firms aim to forge partnerships driving Africa’s digital revolution. The French Pavilion will highlight leading innovators such as Enreach, SmarDTV, Famoco, Speedcast, ENENSYS, and CapstonAI, reinforcing France’s role in building Africa’s connected, sustainable digital future.
Tag: Artificial Intelligence
Shadow AI vs Managed AI: Kaspersky reviews the use of neural networks for work in the META region
Kaspersky’s latest report, “Cybersecurity in the workplace: Employee knowledge and behaviour,” reveals that over 81% of professionals in the Middle East, Turkiye, and Africa (META) region use AI tools for work, but only 38% have received cybersecurity training on safe neural network use. The study highlights a growing divide between “Shadow AI” —unregulated, employee-driven use of generative AI tools—and “Managed AI”, where organisations enforce policies and training to mitigate risks like data leaks and prompt injections. With AI now widely used for writing, content creation, and data analytics, Kaspersky urges companies to adopt structured AI governance policies, tiered access models, and employee education to balance innovation with security.
Madica Expands Portfolio With Two New AI Startups
Madica, the structured investment program for pre-seed African startups, has expanded its portfolio with two new AI-powered companies—Anavid (Tunisia) and Hypeo AI (Morocco). Each receives up to $200,000 and joins Madica’s 18-month program offering mentorship, global exposure, and investor connections. Madica also announced a strategic partnership with the African Business Angel Network (ABAN) to boost local investment flow and co-investment opportunities across Africa’s innovation ecosystem.
Consumer technology trends: AI is set to fundamentally change how we live
Consumer technology trends at IFA 2025 reveal the profound impact of AI on everyday life. As AI shifts from a buzzword to a backbone of modern appliances, devices are evolving into personalized, intuitive companions that help us manage our homes more efficiently. Meanwhile, the focus has shifted from revolutionary products to incremental innovations that refine user experiences. The emergence of Chinese brands further shapes the tech landscape, highlighting a transition from manufacturing hub to global tech leader. For South African consumers, these trends promise smarter, more personalized solutions, while trust and after-sales service will become crucial to successful tech adoption.
Phishing Evolving with AI and Stealth: Kaspersky Highlights Biometric and Signature Risks
Kaspersky reports a sharp rise in phishing attacks, with over 142 million phishing link clicks blocked in Q2 2025. Cybercriminals are leveraging AI-driven tactics such as deepfakes, voice cloning, and trusted platforms like Telegram and Google Translate to steal sensitive data, including biometric and signature information. This evolution in phishing is making attacks more sophisticated, bypassing traditional security measures and posing unprecedented risks to individuals and businesses. Kaspersky highlights the importance of vigilance and proactive security measures to combat these advanced threats.
New Zindi Report Launched at UNGA: 1 in 5 Kenyan Users Find Jobs Through AI Challenges
Zindi’s 2025 Country-Level Employability Report reveals that 1 in 5 Kenyan users find jobs through AI challenges. Learn how active participation on Zindi boosts employability in Kenya’s growing AI sector.
Confidence Is the New Currency in the AI Economy
In the AI-driven economy, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Africa, particularly South Africa, face a critical gap: confidence in using digital tools. While many businesses have adopted digital payments and AI technologies, hesitation and complexity still hinder progress. Confidence is key to transforming technology into real business growth, but it cannot be achieved through data overload or poorly designed systems. AI has the potential to provide clarity and timely, relevant insights, supporting leaders in making confident, informed decisions. The future of digital tools for SMBs lies not in complexity, but in focused, actionable solutions that enhance confidence and leadership.
What AU’s New Continental AI Strategy Means for African Businesses
The African Union’s (AU) new Continental AI Strategy, adopted in July 2024, marks a pivotal step in aligning artificial intelligence development across Africa. This unified framework emphasizes innovation, governance, skills development, digital infrastructure, and ethical AI use. For African businesses, the strategy offers regulatory clarity, investment opportunities, and a roadmap to harness AI’s transformative potential while promoting inclusive and responsible growth.
Jitterbit’s Agentic AI Breakthrough Unifies Intelligent Apps, Agents and Data Automation in One Platform
Jitterbit has introduced a groundbreaking AI-powered platform that unifies intelligent applications, agents, and data automation to drive enterprise transformation. The new solution integrates low-code app development, AI agent orchestration, and seamless data workflows, enabling businesses to overcome the challenges of AI sprawl, disconnected tools, and fragmented environments. The platform includes the innovative Jitterbit iPaaS AI Assistant, which allows natural language processing to connect endpoints securely, and pre-built AI agents for sales, HR, and knowledge management. This approach provides organizations with greater control, security, and scalability in automating business processes, while reducing complexity and vendor overload. With integrations to popular AI models and a standardized AI protocol (MCP), Jitterbit is transforming how businesses manage automation at scale.
Africa’s leading digital innovation agency warns: Future of AI in SA will define who holds power
Specno, Africa’s leading digital innovation agency, warns that the future of AI in South Africa will determine who controls power. Chairman Daniel Novitzkas highlights the risk of centralised superintelligence concentrating wealth and influence, while advocating for personal superintelligence (PSI) that empowers individuals, supports education, healthcare, agriculture, and entrepreneurship, and could allow Africa to leapfrog into a new era of inclusive digital growth.