Par Axel Toubson
#TechFriday n°2️⃣7️⃣8️⃣ – Issue of 03/04/2026
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This week, tech isn’t just evolving… it’s rewriting the rules 🌍📲
From WhatsApp bringing ads to Cameroon, to an African video game turning history into a strategic heist 🎮, and AI empowering local languages in Burkina Faso 🤖—one question stands out: who really controls the digital world?
Add Starlink, Samsung, and even iPhones saving lives… welcome to #TechFriday 🚀
WhatsApp ads land in Cameroon, reshaping a deeply personal space 🇨🇲 📲
In Cameroon, WhatsApp now displays adverts after status updates. Whilst some see this as an opportunity for local brands, others condemn it as an intrusion into what is considered a private space. This development illustrates the growing monetisation of digital attention. Click here for full story
Stealing back history: how Relooted reimagines restitution through gaming 🌍🎮
What if a video game put you in the shoes of those trying to reclaim what has been stolen? Relooted turns the restitution of African heritage into a strategic heist. Blending fun, history and politics, it’s an experience that’s as thought-provoking as it is unsettling. Click here for full story
$1 vs $145 Windows Keys: What You’re Really Buying 💻 🤑
$1 Windows 11 keys—too good to be true? Behind these ultra-cheap deals lies a massive grey market mixing recycled, diverted, and even fraudulent licenses. It often works… until it doesn’t ⚠️ Here’s what you really need to know. Click here for full story
Burkina Faso bets on AI to make digital services accessible in local languages 🇧🇫🤖
Starlink’s African push: big ambitions meet real-world barriers 🌍📡
Starlink wants to connect Africa from space But on the ground, telecom giants, regulations, and high costs are slowing things down. Is this the future of internet access—or a tougher battle than expected? Click here for full story
West Africa is going all-in on tech 🚀 From data to innovation, the region is betting big on digital transformation to drive growth. The vision is clear… but can it deliver real impact? Click here for full story
Mozambique bets big on a national agency to drive digital transformation 🇲🇿💡
Mozambique is stepping up its digital game. With a new agency, bold 5G ambitions, and a target of 95% internet coverage, the country is positioning itself in Africa’s tech race. A transformation worth watching. Click here for full story
Galaxy S26: Samsung pushes AI further with Perplexity integration 🤖
Samsung is redefining smartphones with the Galaxy S26. Powered by Perplexity, its AI is smarter—and almost invisible. But with rising prices, one question remains: is this future really for everyone ? Click here for full story
Ethiopia launches its first smart police station to transform public safety 🇪🇹🚔
Trapped in an avalanche, they survived thanks to an iPhone📱🆘
Caught in a deadly avalanche, 6 skiers survived thanks to a little-known iPhone feature: satellite SOS. With no network, their smartphone became their only lifeline. A powerful story where tech goes beyond convenience… and saves lives. 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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