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Kindiki Warns Critics Not to Rock the Boat
Kenya's Deputy President Kithure Kindiki wants critics to avoid threatening national unity when expressing opinions. He stated Sunday that people can share views without stirring trouble among citizens. Kindiki emphasized that peace comes before everything else. He mentioned that ongoing infrastructure projects like roads, electricity expansion, and job creation efforts depend on maintaining stability. The deputy president spoke at a church service in Narok County, telling attendees that anyone who undermines national harmony should face rejection. He assured listeners that his administration aims to develop all parts of Kenya fairly. The government plans equal resource distribution across all 47 counties, 290 constituencies, and...
China's Moore Threads Eyes NVIDIA With Fresh AI Push
Chinese company Moore Threads has upgraded its MUSA SDK to compete with NVIDIA in the AI market. The latest version, 4.0.1, works with Intel processors as well as several Chinese CPUs like Hygon, Kylin, and Loongson. This gives developers an alternative to NVIDIA's popular CUDA ecosystem. The MUSA SDK helps run AI workloads on Moore Threads GPUs across different platforms. It comes with various tools, including runtime libraries, drivers, and instruction sets that make it compatible with existing systems. One key feature is MUSIFY, which lets developers port CUDA-based code directly to the MUSA ecosystem. Moore Threads includes specialized libraries such as muBLAS, muFFT, and muThrust for math operations and accelerated computing...
Cheaper Apple Vision Pro and Tethered Model in the Works
Apple is working on two new versions of its Vision Pro headset. One model will cost much less than the current $3,499 device, making it more accessible to regular consumers. The cheaper version could be priced around $1,600, similar to a high-end iPhone. The budget-friendly headset will address weight concerns that caused neck strain in users of the first model. The company might use different materials to achieve this lighter design. Reports suggest it may include less premium displays, plastic parts instead of metal, and use A-series chips rather than more powerful M-series processors. A second specialized version aims at business customers. This model can connect to Mac computers with extremely low latency. It targets specific...
iPadOS 19 Set to Bring Mac-Like Power to Apple Tablets
Apple plans major changes for iPads with its next software update. The company has always packed powerful hardware into its tablets but has failed to match it with equally capable software. This might change soon as reports suggest iPadOS 19 will feature a complete design overhaul, making it work more like a Mac computer. Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman wrote in his recent newsletter that Apple finally wants to improve productivity features on iPads. The update will focus on better multitasking abilities, window management, and keyboard support. These improvements aim to make tablets function similarly to laptop computers—something users have requested for years. The exact details remain unclear until Apple officially reveals...
EU Pulls 2025 Funds After Zimbabwe Passes NGO Crackdown Law
The European Union stopped sending money to Zimbabwe the next year after President Emmerson Mnangagwa approved a strict new law on volunteer groups. The Private Voluntary Organizations Amendment Bill became official Friday as Act No. 1 of 2025. EU Ambassador Jobst von Kirchmann said Zimbabwe failed to keep promises about better governance. He pointed out that Zimbabwe already has over $21 billion in unpaid debts to various lenders. The EU pulled its support because the government rushed the bill without talking to affected organizations first. The new rules change five existing laws, including the main PVO Act. Government officials can investigate where private groups receive money. Anyone who breaks these rules might face up to 35...
Leaking Pipe Turns Kensington Road into Swamp Zone
Water flooded a Harare neighborhood after a council pipe burst several weeks ago. The pipe broke again on April 6, causing streets to fill with water throughout parts of Kensington and Avondale. Local people called authorities repeatedly but received almost no help with their problem. One resident who spoke anonymously through Crime Watch Zimbabwe said officials rarely answered their calls. When someone finally did answer, they asked for $20 in fuel money but never showed up to fix anything. The flooding happened at the intersection of Stidolph Crescent and McLaughlin Road. Videos show the serious flooding that continues to worsen as days pass. People living nearby worry about health risks from all the standing water. The council has...
Snapdragon 8 Elite Crushes Dimensity 9400 Plus in Gaming
MediaTek recently revealed its new Dimensity 9400+ chip, prompting immediate comparisons with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite. Tests show both processors can run Genshin Impact at nearly 60 frames per second, but important differences exist beneath these similar numbers. The MediaTek chip uses slightly less power during gameplay, at 4.6W compared to Snapdragon's 4.9W. However, the Snapdragon 8 Elite performs much better during demanding gameplay moments. When facing complex graphics, the Qualcomm chip maintains 48.2 frames per second at its lowest point. The MediaTek processor drops to just 31.5 frames per second during these same challenging scenes, creating a less smooth experience for gamers. This represents a massive 53 percent...
Federal High Court Judges Take Easter Break April 16
Federal High Court judges across Nigeria will start their Easter break on April 16. After the two-week vacation ends on April 28, they'll return to normal duties on April 29. Chief Judge John Terhemba Tsoho announced that three key court divisions will remain open for emergency cases only. Court Information Director Catherine Oby Christopher shared this news through an official statement. The announcement explained that the Abuja, Lagos, and Port Harcourt divisions would handle urgent matters during the holiday period. These locations will only address cases involving fundamental rights, vessel arrests or releases, and issues of national importance. The court assigned specific judges to each open division. Justices Emeka Nwite and...
Man Ambushed and Killed on His Way Home in Benue
Suspected Fulani herders killed Jonah Acheme on Saturday evening near the Oiji community in Benue State. The attack happened as he traveled home from Igah Ologbeche village on a road close to Idada community. The murder took place in the southern part of Benue State, an area experiencing increasing tensions between herders and residents. This incident adds to recent violent attacks across neighboring Idoma communities, creating safety fears among people living there. Local sources reported Acheme was ambushed on the road by gunmen. The full circumstances remain unclear. The Apa Local Government Area has seen similar security challenges in recent months. Community members expressed concern about the growing pattern of violence...
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