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South African tech’s compounding debt problem
The article discusses the concept of technical debt in tech companies, emphasizing that shortcuts taken in software development lead to long-term costs and complications. It highlights how this debt, often invisible in financial records, can hinder a company's growth and customer satisfaction. The a
TechCentral - Jul 29, 2026

Russia charges Telegram founder with terrorism
Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, has been charged by Russia with facilitating terrorist activities, leading to an international arrest warrant. The charges stem from Telegram's alleged failure to remove content used by Ukrainian special services and extremist organizations. Durov, who denies an
TechCentral - Jul 29, 2026
Kenya’s Crypto Licence Rules Target Long-Term Operators Instead of Speculators
KasperskyTreasury of KenyaCentral Bank of Kenya (CBK)Capital Markets Authority (CMA)Kenya's VASP Regulations
Kenya's Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Regulations, 2026, focus on ensuring that licenses are for operational businesses rather than speculative assets. The regulations require license holders to commence operations within 12 months and impose strict conditions for license transfers, aiming
TechTrendsKE - Jul 29, 2026
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Female Founders - Active Funding Opportunities
For women founders scaling early-stage companies or seeking targeted funding, these specialized programs are open for applications: 1.…
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🚀 Active Funding & Accelerator Opportunities for African Startups (June & July 2026)
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