By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Newsday
Zimbabwean operator Econet is warning its customers about scams aimed at taking control of WhatsApp accounts. The company says additional security measures could significantly reduce the risk of hacking, reports the daily NewsDay.
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Malawian WhatsApp Business users are reporting a wave of account hacks, losing access to their accounts and, in some cases, business data. Mathews Nthunzu Latwel says his account was blocked despite two-step verification; like other affected users, he is calling for an investigation by Meta and Malawi’s communications regulator MACRA, Malawi24 reports.
🇲🇼 Malawi · Source: Malawi24 ·
Telecommunications group Econet is relaunching its Technites platform in Zimbabwe to register and train independent contractors. They will be able to carry out projects for Econet and its subsidiaries while offering their services to other businesses and individuals, NewsDay reports.
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe · Source: Newsday ·
Botswana’s Mascom Wireless unveiled a new brand identity in Gaborone and announced plans to expand its business beyond connectivity. The company intends to develop digital platforms and services for individuals and businesses as part of an evolution presented for its 28th anniversary, reports The Voice Botswana.
🇧🇼 Botswana · Source: The Voice Botswana ·
Anthropic has proposed a US artificial intelligence safety bill that would allow a model to be blocked if it presents an imminent risk of killing more than 50 people or causing more than $1 billion in damage. Independent assessments could be carried out by experts accredited by the Department of Commerce, according to Politico, which revealed the initiative.
🌍 World · Source: Techcrunch ·
ECA and Comesa back circular economy to industrialise AfricaThe Economic Commission for Africa and Comesa are promoting the circular economy to accelerate industrialisation and develop regional value chains in leather, textiles, plastics and electronic waste. Participants meeting in Harare also discussed investment and jobs, according to the Economic Commission for Africa.
South Africa develops verifiable digital identity for smartphonesLohan Spies, founder of DIDx, says South Africa is developing a verifiable digital identity system for phones, distinct from Estonia’s card-based model. The infrastructure is designed to take account of local realities and the population’s digital skills, according to remarks by Spies reported by Daily Maverick.The week in Africa
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