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.

The Uganda Performing Right Society (UPRS) has defended its decision to distribute Shs216 million in royalties to musicians and copyright holders following criticism from Eddy Kenzo, president of the Uganda National Musicians Federation (UNMF). Kenzo described the payout as inadequate and questioned the distribution amount, prompting UPRS to respond to his concerns.

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.

Samsung will discontinue two augmented reality apps for Galaxy phones on December 31, 2026, ending downloads and future support on newer versions of One UI, according to Legit.ng. The report says users should expect the services to stop working after that date, though it does not name the apps or detail any replacements. The change affects Galaxy devices running Samsung’s recent Android-based interface and marks the company’s move away from those AR features.

Apple is revising its App Store business terms in the European Union in a further effort to resolve ongoing disputes with the European Commission over app distribution and payment systems, according to Guru8. The updated rules, taking effect on October 1, 2026, will introduce new fees and payment options while moving EU developers to a single set of terms. The changes represent another major adjustment by the company amid sustained regulatory pressure in the bloc.

Uganda's entertainment industry has entered a new tax era under the Income Tax (Amendment) Act 2026, which President Museveni assented to on August 20, according to Sqoop. The law imposes more clearly defined tax obligations on artists, performers and the businesses that hire them, including a statutory six percent withholding tax on payments made to public performers. The changes are expected to reshape how the country's creative industries operate financially.