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Industry leaders have identified culture, quality practices, and the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) as central factors shaping product development in Nigeria, as discussions at Scrum Day Nigeria 2026 highlighted how organisations can deliver better outcomes in a changing environment. The event, held in Lagos under the theme “Building Better Products—Sooner, Safer and Happier”, brought together professionals across technology, finance, and consulting to examine how agile frameworks such as Scrum can improve delivery, collaboration, and long-term value. Effective collaboration takes centre stage at Scrum Day Nigeria Convener of the event and Managing Partner at ValueHut Consulting, Sam Adesoga, explained…

Kia has opened 2026 on a high note, posting the strongest first-quarter sales performance in its history. Strong demand for core SUVs, hybrids, and family-focused models has helped push the brand to a new milestone, proving its mainstream lineup continues to resonate with buyers. But beneath the headline growth, the momentum story is becoming more complicated. While Kia’s overall electrified sales still rose in the quarter, recent trends suggest its fully electric lineup is losing steam compared to the rapid growth seen in previous years. Models like the EV6 and EV9 are no longer driving the same level of excitement,…

Raven Moodley, head of corporate finance advisory within Business & Commercial Banking at Standard Bank South AfricaBy Standard BankStandard Bank Business and Commercial Banking’s Corporate Finance Advisory team has confirmed the completion of the of R2.1 billion (about $123.7 million) sale of South African non-alcoholic beverages manufacturer, Twizza, to The Beverage Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of India-based Varun.This follows the receipt of all required regulatory approvals, marking the formal conclusion of the transaction and representing a significant milestone and a landmark transaction in South Africa’s fast‑moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector.Twizza is a South African soft drink manufacturer that produces and…

Nairobi — President William Ruto has hit back at his critics, declaring that he will not be intimidated by political noise and propaganda, and insisting that his leadership will be judged solely on performance. Speaking during the AIPCA Holy Oil Consecration at Mukaro South Diocese in Nyeri County, the Head of State struck a defiant tone, telling supporters that he remains firmly focused on delivering for Kenyans. “Everyone should be measured by their work,” Ruto said. “The person of insults should be measured by insults, the person of drama by their antics. But for me, give me my scale of…

Addis Ababa — Over the past eight years, Ethiopia has undergone a far-reaching economic transformation, shifting from a restrictive and state-led model to a more enabling, resilient, diversified, and market-oriented economy, according to a statement from the Office of the Prime Minister marking the eighth anniversary of the reform program. Prior to 2018, economic growth was constrained by structural weaknesses, including limited job creation, narrow export diversification, and heavy dependence on external borrowing. The Agriculture Development-Led Industrialization (ADLI) framework expanded agricultural output but remained insufficiently action-oriented and did not fully utilize Ethiopia’s vast agricultural potential or generate adequate rural incomes…

Kenya is moving to place strict limits on how cryptocurrency companies advertise their businesses, while also introducing fees that take a cut from activity across the sector. The changes would increase oversight of marketing and add new costs to crypto transactions. Kenya’s National Treasury has published the proposed framework under draft Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) regulations, which are open for public consultation until April 10. If adopted, they would require crypto firms to comply with detailed advertising rules and pay fees linked to trading and token issuance. The draft rules signal Kenya’s approach to regulating how crypto businesses promote…

How we’re thinking about 2026 and beyond. Here’s the thing about two speeds. Over the last few years, the African tech ecosystem has been moving at a pace that feels almost contradictory: consolidation at the centre and new ideas flickering relentlessly at the edges. Capital tightened, regulation grew heavier. Scale began pooling around fewer, stronger players. Meanwhile, out past the headlines, new ideas continued to form — quieter now, less theatrical, yet persistent. If you’re only watching one speed, you’re half-blind. Technology stopped being a standalone sector. These shifts are showing up everywhere — in how people work, move money,…

Design principles with references, examples, and methods for quick look-up. Brought to you by Design Patterns For AI Interfaces, friendly video courses on UX and design patterns by Vitaly.We often see design principles as rigid guidelines that dictate design decisions. But actually, they are an incredible tool to rally the team around a shared purpose and document the values and beliefs that an organization embodies.They align teams and inform decision-making. They also keep us afloat amidst all the hype, big assumptions, desire for faster delivery, and AI workslop. But how do we choose the right ones, and how do we…

If you run a business in Africa that already has customers, revenue, and a product that works — but you’re stuck somewhere between “this is growing” and “this could be massive” — Cascador wants to hear from you.The Lagos-based entrepreneur support organisation has opened applications for its 2026 ScaleUp Program, targeting a small, selective class of 12 growth-stage founders across the continent. The application window is open now and closes on 15 June, with the programme itself kicking off on 15 August.What is Cascador, and why does it matter?Cascador is not your typical early-stage incubator. It does not work with…

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