Par Axel Toubson
#TechFriday n°2️⃣2️⃣4️⃣- Issue of 07/03/2025
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✨ Hey TechGriot community! This week in #TechFriday, we dive into freelancing in Cameroon, Apple’s new MacBook Air M4, and Android’s anti-theft updates. Plus, blockchain in Tunisia, the evolution of cybercafés, and Yango’s impact on mobility. Innovation is on the move! 🚀 Enjoy the read and have a great tech-filled weekend!
Remote work and freelancing in Cameroon: an alternative to traditional employment 💻
Remote work and freelancing are attracting more and more Cameroonians thanks to their flexibility and international opportunities. However, unstable Internet connections, lack of local opportunities and financial insecurity are holding back their growth. A hybrid model could be the future of work in Cameroon. Click here for full story
Apple strikes hard with its new MacBook Air M4, iPad Air M3 & Mac Studio 🍏
Cybercafés in Cameroon: Still useful or disappearing? 🖥️
Cybercafés in Cameroon, once indispensable, are in decline with the rise of smartphones and mobile Internet. However, in rural areas where Internet access remains limited, they remain essential. To survive, they need to diversify into digital services and training. Click here for full story
Yango and the future of mobility in Cameroon: interview with Clovis Pilla, Country Manager 🚖
Android strengthens its security: goodbye to smartphone theft! 🛡️
Android updates its security with three new features against theft: smart lock on snatching, offline lock, and simplified remote lock via SMS. These options are available on Android 10+ and should be activated in settings. Click here for full story
Yango secures a 5-year license extension in Cameroon. The company plans to extend its services to Bafoussam and innovate in mobility. Yango strengthens its impact despite the sector’s challenges, notably competition and limited infrastructure. Click here for full story
Digitization and transparency: How Tunisia uses blockchain to verify diplomas 🎓🔗
Tunisia adopts blockchain to secure its diplomas, guaranteeing their authenticity and transparency. The system, validated after a pilot phase, facilitates verification by employers and university registration. However, the authenticity of diplomas must be verified before registration. Click here for full story
In 2024, inDrive dominated the Moroccan transport app market, becoming the most downloaded. With over 6.1 million downloads, the app stands out for its flexible pricing model. It also offers a variety of services, including intercity transport and parcel delivery. Click here for full story
100,000 young people trained per year: Morocco’s digital bet with Samsung 🚀
Samsung and Morocco strengthen their partnership to train 100,000 young people a year in digital skills. The program, part of the Digital Strategy 2030, aims to prepare young people for technological professions and support innovation, with a major impact on the country’s digital economy. Click here for full story
Apple is adding 9 new emojis in iOS 18.4, including a tired face, a fingerprint, and a root vegetable. Currently in beta, they will be officially released in spring 2025. iOS 18.4 also updates the Syrian flag emoji. Click here for full story
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That’s it for this week. We wish you a good weekend and look forward to hearing from you in the comments.
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