Google Expands Wildfire Tracker to Kenya, 16 Countries

Google has announced the expansion of its Wildfire Boundary Tracker to 17 new countries, including Kenya, significantly enhancing global efforts to combat the growing threat of wildfires. This AI-powered tool is designed to provide communities with accurate and up-to-date information on wildfire boundaries directly through Google Search and Maps, offering crucial support in emergency situations.

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Top Startups Improving Health Access in Africa, Report Says

Salient Advisory has unveiled its latest market intelligence report, titled “Leading Innovations Enabling Health Product Access in Africa,” highlighting 24 pioneering African supply chain innovators poised for significant impact. Funded by the Gates Foundation, this report sheds light on the crucial role these innovators play amidst challenging macroeconomic conditions and declining investment in African tech ecosystems.

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Startups Selected for Google Accelerator Africa Cohort 8

Google has announced the 8th cohort of its Google for Startups Accelerator Africa program, spotlighting ten groundbreaking startups from Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, and South Africa. This year’s cohort was selected from nearly 1,000 applications, underscoring the program’s rigorous selection process and its commitment to fostering innovation across the continent.

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