A man has written an open letter to Elon Musk, urging him to suspend monetisation for Nigerian accounts on X, citing concerns over engagement farming and low-quality tweets. The appeal reflects frustration with the current state of content on the platform.

Kenyan content creators face challenges in receiving payments on platforms like OnlyFans and ManyVids, despite being able to create and share content. As a solution, many are turning to Chatalystar, an alternative that utilizes cryptocurrency payments, allowing creators to monetize their work without the payment barriers present in traditional platforms, according to TechMoran.

X said it will make its final Revenue Sharing payout on Friday, September 11, as it ends the programme and moves creators to a new Original Content Rewards scheme. According to the company’s post on its official X Creators account, eligible creators were advised to apply ahead of the transition. The announcement signals the closure of X’s existing ad-revenue sharing arrangement and a shift toward rewarding original content on the platform.

Several digital platforms widely used by Kenyans to receive and move money across borders are changing their services, according to TechCabal. PayPal, Sendwave, Hurupay and Twitch are among the platforms altering rules that affect how people in Kenya earn income and access payments. The shifts are expected to disrupt the country's digital economy, particularly for freelancers, creators and others who rely on cross-border payments for their livelihoods.

Kenyan influencer Wild Mzungu drew attention after paying rent for four struggling Kenyans, according to Tuko. The influencer shared screenshots of candid chats with the recipients online, prompting widespread debate among followers. The act of generosity sparked mixed reactions, with some praising the gesture while others questioned the public sharing of the private conversations. The story gained traction on social media as Kenyans discussed both the charitable act and the influencer's approach to documenting it.

Australia plans to introduce legislation allowing users to switch off social media algorithms, according to a BBC World report. A government minister said companies such as Meta, Google and TikTok would face "substantial" penalties if they fail to offer users this option. The proposal forms part of broader efforts to increase accountability for major technology platforms and give Australians greater control over how content is recommended to them online.