African Tech Rebound in February 2026: Funding Doubles to $346m as Electric Vehicles and Green Energy Lead the Way

African Tech Rebound in February 2026: Funding Doubles to $346m as Electric Vehicles and Green Energy Lead the Way

Investment in African startups surged in February 2026, with the continent’s tech ecosystem securing $346.9 million in a month defined by a pivot toward green technology and electric mobility. According to a funding report by Africa: The Big Deal, the total marks a dramatic recovery from the $174 million recorded in January. “This strong rebound suggests that while traditional financial services remain a pillar of the economy, investor appetite is rapidly diversifying into renewable energy a...
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Xiaomi said to enter vehicle-mounted solar sector through startup ties

Xiaomi said to enter vehicle-mounted solar sector through startup ties

Credit: Xiaomi Sources familiar with the matter said that Xiaomi is entering the vehicle-mounted photovoltaic sector, as the Chinese tech company expands its presence in the broader electric vehicle ecosystem. Li Chuangqi, former head of Xiaomi’s wearable business, has quietly launched a startup focused on vehicle-mounted solar technology and is expected to cooperate with Xiaomi on the project, the sources said. The arrangement helps avoid restrictions linked to non-compete agreements while re...
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DEVELOPING: ‘Suspicious Device’ Found Inside Vehicle Near NYC’s Gracie Mansion

DEVELOPING: ‘Suspicious Device’ Found Inside Vehicle Near NYC’s Gracie Mansion

Evacuations are taking place in the area around Gracie Mansion, the official residence of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, after a suspicious device was identified in a vehicle nearby. In connection with the ongoing investigation into the improvised explosive device deployed yesterday, the NYPD has identified a suspicious device in a vehicle on East End Avenue between 81st Street and 82nd Street. NYPD officers have frozen the area around the vehicle and are… https://t.co/R9LAfVBNep — NYPD...
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George Russell: “Nothing in the tank” to fend off Charles Leclerc at Australian GP start

George Russell: “Nothing in the tank” to fend off Charles Leclerc at Australian GP start

Australian Grand Prix winner George Russell put an off-kilter start to the first Formula 1 race of the year down to having no battery power left on the grid, opening the door to Charles Leclerc at the start. Both Russell and team-mate Kimi Antonelli endured difficult starts to the race at Albert Park. Russell slipped to second as Leclerc made a fast start to grab the lead, while Antonelli dropped to seventh as he was swarmed by the likes of Lewis Hamilton, Arvid Lindblad, and Isack Hadjar. Altho...
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Cross River Govt. Bans VIOs From Road Operations

Cross River Govt. Bans VIOs From Road Operations

Posted by African Examiner Featured, Latest Headlines, News, News Across Nigeria, News From The State Saturday, March 7th, 2026 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) –  The Cross River Government has banned the Vehicle Inspection Officers (VIO) from road operations across the state. The governor, who made the announcement in Calabar on Saturday, restricted activities of the VIO to office duties. According to a statement by his Chief Press Secretary,  Mr Linus  Obogo, the directive followed protests by commerc...
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This Is Why Your Phone Battery Is Charging Slowly (Even With A Fast Charger)

This Is Why Your Phone Battery Is Charging Slowly (Even With A Fast Charger)

Studio.image/Shutterstock Whether it’s an iPhone or an Android phone, most modern smartphones support fast battery charging, a feature that can come in handy when you have to top up the handset quickly during the day. That’s when fast charging speeds matter most, as the battery should get a decent charge in a few minutes. For example, iPhone 17 models support up to 40 W charging speeds. The Galaxy S26 Ultra can go up to 60 W, while many of the most powerful Chinese smartphones supp...
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The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold gets a 71% battery boost with Honor’s Si/C battery mod

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold gets a 71% battery boost with Honor’s Si/C battery mod

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z TriFold last December with a 5,600 mAh battery, which is not only lower than that of non-folding smartphones but also lower than that of foldables, as we have seen folding smartphones with battery capacities in the 6,000 mAh range. How’s that possible? The answer is Si/C batteries, which Samsung continues to avoid even in 2026. Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold 5G These are the best offers from our affiliate partners. We may get a commission from qualifying sales. 512G...
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Ford recalls 1.74 million of its cars over rearview camera display issues

Ford recalls 1.74 million of its cars over rearview camera display issues

Ford has issued two recalls affecting nearly 1.74 million of its cars in the U.S. because of problems with the vehicles’ rearview camera displays that could increase crash risks NEW YORK — Ford has issued two recalls affecting nearly 1.74 million of its cars in the U.S. because of problems with the vehicles’ rearview camera displays. According to notices published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration this week, an internal component inside the infotainment system o...
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Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 review

Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 review

Much like flagship smartphones, flagship wireless earbuds have reached a plateau. Refinement is the name of the game in the premium TWS market, with new models focusing on improved audio tuning, better noise cancellation and squeezing an additional hour or two of battery life. That’s the short story of the Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5, which recently made their global debut. We’ve been using them for over a week ahead of their launch and found them to be a great option with superb sound, potent ANC...
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Hands-on: This Magsafe battery has one feature I’ve been looking for [Video]

Hands-on: This Magsafe battery has one feature I’ve been looking for [Video]

I have been on the search for a thin MagSafe battery for years. I’ve tested dozens of these battery packs, and some have been fantastic, but they all share the same compromise, which is bulk. This year’s iPhone Air made me want a thin MagSafe battery solution even more. So when I saw that BMX released their SolidSafe Air, with a 5,000 mAh capacity and a thickness of less than 6.8mm, I knew I needed to give this one a shot. After spending a little over a week with it, here is what you need to...
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