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We’ve got exciting news! eBook versions of “Accessible UX Research,” a new Smashing Book by Michele A. Williams, are now available for download! Which means soon the book will go to the printer. Order the eBook for instant download now or reserve your print copy at the presale price.Smashing Library expands again! We’re so happy to announce our newest book, Accessible UX Research, is now available for download in eBook formats. Michele A. Williams takes us for a deep dive into the real world of UX testing, and provides a road map for including users with different abilities and needs…

A police warrant issued by the Lilongwe Senior Resident Magistrate Court, now in the possession of Nyasatimes, reveals that the arrest of former Minister of Trade and MCP presidential running mate Vitumbiko Mumba stems from remarks he made during a joint press briefing with Jessie Kabwila — a briefing in which they raised concerns of possible electoral fraud by the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP). The affidavit supporting the warrant, sworn by Superintendent Isaac Mndala of the Criminal Investigations Department, claims that the statements made at the press briefing amounted to “publication of false news likely to cause fear and alarm…

Lungi Gwente** For the best experience, download the free Africa Private Equity News app Android | iOS **By Lungi Gwente, corporate finance and mezzanine debt associate at TamelaAs South Africa’s private credit and mid-market investment ecosystem matures, investors are increasingly asking a fundamental question: “Does fund structure meaningfully influence performance, exit discipline, and long-term value?” The answer is yes, but not in a one-size-fits-all way. Both open-ended and closed-ended funds carry strengths and trade-offs, and the right choice depends squarely on an investor’s liquidity needs, return expectations, and risk appetite.Closed-ended funds are structured with fixed life cycles, typically seven to…

Ade Sun-Basorun, CEO of FoodCo Ade Sun-Basorun is the chief executive of FoodCo, a Nigerian retailer and consumer goods company. In this interview, he talks about the company’s growth, the challenges of operating in Nigeria, and the lessons he has learnt in the retail industry. FoodCo was recently ranked by the Financial Times as one of Africa’s fastest-growing companies. When we last spoke in 2020, the company had 11 stores. How has your store footprint evolved since then? The recognition by The Financial Times of London is a testament to the hard work and strategic expansion we’ve undertaken. When we…

Africa’s trade ambitions hinge on a simple truth often obscured by headlines about ports, power and tariffs. Trade expands rapidly when exporters, financiers and insurers have frameworks to identify, price and transfer the underlying risks. Specialty insurance – the bespoke, technically sophisticated cover that protects complex, high-value and high-frequency commercial activity – is not a nice-to-have. It is the plumbing of modern commerce. It prevents revenue leakage, underwrites bankable investments, and turns projects that would otherwise be “too risky” into creditworthy opportunities. As Africa expands its intra-regional value chains, scales energy projects, and expands logistics corridors, bespoke specialized insurance programs…

Storing digital assets (read: cryptocurrencies) demands the same level of security-consciousness as traditional finance. Yet crypto’s promise of “sovereignty” places the burden of protection squarely on users, turning them into sole guardians of their own purses.  The digital asset industry began with non-custodial wallets, which gave users total control over their holdings without third-party interference. They simply had to hold onto their “private keys,” a string of 12–24 random words that only the user is privy to. Once they lose access to, forget, or if those keys get into the wrong hands, their crypto assets could get lost forever or…

In Nigeria, students and budget users need durable, reliable laptops without breaking the bank or spending money they don’t have on high-end models. While flagship laptops get all the hype and attention, modern entry-level and mid-range budget-friendly laptops are now built to offer features such as SSD storage, efficient processors, and good battery life.   This guide will focus on the best laptops for students and budget users that deliver the highest value under ₦700,000.00 ($482.53). These utility laptops are suitable for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and students who need a budget-friendly device for everyday use.  The top 5 budget-friendly laptops for…

TL;DR Enabling App Continuity on the Galaxy Z TriFold causes the device to lower the resolution of screenshots taken on the cover screen. Samsung lowers the cover screen’s rendering resolution to match the inner screen’s pixel density so apps don’t restart when unfolding. A hardware upscaler keeps the display looking sharp, but screenshots capture the raw, lower-resolution image before it is processed. Like most foldable phones, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold sports two displays: an outer cover screen and an inner main screen. What makes the TriFold unique is that its inner screen folds twice, giving the device its signature…

Africa’s engagement with Artificial Intelligence (AI) should go beyond technological adoption to include reshaping global narratives around inclusion, innovation, and equity. The  continent must take the opportunities presented by AI to leapfrog its development challenges and reimagine key sectors such as education, healthcare, governance, industry, and food security. This was the  thrust of the presentation of Vice Chancellor University of Lagos(UNILAG) at the opening ceremony of the university’s fifth International Week, with the theme: “Equitable Partnerships and the Future of AI in Africa.” She said: “Artificial Intelligence is not the future; it is the present. For Africa, AI represents something…

Women-led startups are expected to gain more loans and investment as impact-driven investors are now infusing capital at a critical time for women entrepreneurs across the continent. The financing gap for women-led businesses has long been cited as a major barrier to economic inclusion, as the demand for capital among women-owned SMEs in Nigeria and beyond has often gone unmet. Nigeria’s female-led startups are gaining increased backing from impact-driven investors, with new data showing that gender-lens investing is becoming a stronger feature of the country’s private capital landscape. The Nigerian Impact Investment Landscape (2025) report has highlighted a growing pool…