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Emergency first-responder leaders told federal regulators in a private meeting last month that they were frustrated with the performance of autonomous vehicles on their streets—that city firefighters, police officers, EMTs, and paramedics are forced to spend time during emergencies resolving issues with frozen or stuck cars. One fire official called them “a safety issue for
Study suggests fibroid rates in Latina women may be lower than previously thought
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Africa’s most-watched artists on YouTube Music
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South Africa’s bookmakers making vast contribution to national economy
The growth of South Africa’s sports betting sector tells a positive economic narrative. However, stakeholders may turn to the government to improve oversight and civic responsibilities to protect the most vulnerable communities of the Rainbow Nation. Sports betting is driving a boom in South Africa’s gaming industry according to government figures, which are being mirrored
SureChill Africa’s Collapse Highlights Challenges for Climate-Tech Startups in Emerging Markets
SureChill Africa Limited, once a rising star in sustainable cooling solutions for off-grid and healthcare applications, has entered administration—despite raising a total of over $9 million in funding. The announcement underscores the difficult operating environment for climate-tech startups in emerging markets. A Promising Start with Breakthrough Innovation SureChill developed a unique cooling technology that leverages
Africa’s epidemic of low-quality medicines | Science
Science & Nature Between July and October 2023, about 70 Gambian children under the age of 5 died after drinking cough syrup containing high...
Africa’s digital rise demands smarter identity verification
This article was contributed to TechCabal by Dipo Omogbenigun, Sales Director, Enterprise, Smile ID Africa’s technological revolution is undeniable. Across the continent, thousands of companies are developing innovative solutions that serve millions daily, driving economic transformation at an unprecedented pace. With Africa now home to eight unicorns, the momentum and potential for further growth are
FIFA ranking: Nigeria’s Super Falcons hold firm as Africa’s best; South Africa’s Banyana Banyana fall
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Nigeria’s Super Falcons have retained their status as Africa’s best women’s football team in the latest FIFA Women’s World Ranking released on Thursday,...
Shaping Africa’s Future With Microelectronics
Timothy Ayelagbe dreams of using technology to advance health care and make other improvements across Africa. Ayelagbe calls microelectronics his “joy and passion” and says he wants to use the expertise he’s gaining in the field to help others. “My ultimate goal,” he says, “is to uplift my fellow Africans.” Timothy Ayelagbe Volunteer Roles: IEEE
South Africa’s Winter of Darkness: Why privatisation is the only solution to end loadshedding
Nicholas Woode-Smith argues that the only solution is to reduce state involvement, liberalise the electricity sector, and privatise Eskom...
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Rimas Entertainment Presents SONAR: ‘A Record Label Where Artists Can Develop with Freedom’
The label's roster includes Cris MJ, Yan Block, Hades66 and more. Jesús Rodríguez, head of label, SONAR SONAR / Rimas Entertainment Español Rimas Entertainment officially unveils SONAR, a record label focused on the development and projection of artists within the Latin music market, Billboard can announce exclusively today (April 29). The initiative is part of
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YouTube’s Tuma Basa to Exit as Director of Black Music & Culture
MusicAfter eight years at the streaming giant, the...