A Tesla driver reported using the vehicle's 'self-driving' technology when it crashed into a home in Texas, resulting in the death of a woman. This incident has prompted a federal investigation by US authorities into the circumstances surrounding the crash.

TechCabal's daily newsletter covers several African tech and business developments, led by an investigation by Nigeria's antitrust watchdog into Uber's exit from the market. The edition also reports that South African regulator ICASA is reviewing the impact of digital platforms, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority has fined executives at Altvest, and solar company Sun King has introduced smartphone financing for customers. These stories span competition policy, digital regulation, financial enforcement, and consumer fintech across African markets.

A doctoral thesis from the University of Cape Town argues that South Africa should not rely on a light-touch, voluntary approach to artificial intelligence policy. According to TechCentral, the research contends that AI regulation needs to be enforceable through binding rules rather than depending on voluntary principles, making the case for a stronger regulatory framework for the technology in the country.

A family has filed a lawsuit against Tesla for wrongful death, alleging that deficiencies in the company's Autopilot feature contributed to a fatal crash in Texas. The family is seeking $1 million in damages along with punitive measures, according to Al Jazeera.

Uber shut down its operations in Nigeria and Uganda on the same day it informed staff it was cutting 3,300 jobs to fund its shift toward driverless vehicles, according to Techpoint Africa. The report says the exits halve Uber's operational footprint across Africa. The job reductions and market withdrawals are presented as part of the company's strategy to redirect resources toward autonomous driving technology, marking a significant restructuring of its global business.

Nigeria's ride-hailing market is entering a new phase after Uber ended 12 years of operations in the country, according to Ripples Nigeria. The exit of the global e-hailing company is expected to open opportunities for indigenous platforms and new entrants. Among them is PromiseLand Innovations Limited, which is preparing to launch its ProTaxi service as competition in the evolving transportation sector intensifies.