23 September 2023
- Johannesburg-based startup FinanceGPT is using artificial intelligence to make financial analysis and reporting more accessible, with plans to offer services in African languages. Founded in 2020, FinanceGPT leverages proprietary AI models and…
23 September 2023
- Interest in artificial intelligence (AI) has surged in Kenya, with Google searches up 400% over five years. Many Kenyans are seeking to understand this emerging technology, asking questions like “What is AI?” and “How does it work?” have spiked. …
23 September 2023
- Financial services company Watu Credit has announced a new partnership with battery swap startup ARC Ride, aimed at accelerating electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Kenya. Together, the companies plan to manufacture 1,000 EVs and establish over 300…
23 September 2023
- Telecom giant MTN is expanding its Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities in South Africa through a new partnership while addressing electronic waste in Benin. MTN South Africa recently announced an agreement with Eseye, a global IoT services…
23 September 2023
- A new report reveals social media’s expanding role across Africa, with Facebook still the dominant platform despite TikTok’s rising popularity. The study by GeoPoll found over 384 million active social media users now exist on the continent.…
23 September 2023
- A high court judge has ruled that Safaricom has a case to answer regarding Intellectual property (IP) infringement allegations. Kenyan businessman Peter Nthabi Muoki alleges that Safaricom deployed an M-Pesa feature that is similar to his…
23 September 2023
- Over the last 100 years, technical advancements have accelerated automation systems such as process automation, reducing many of the non-value-added processes and enabling designers, engineers and their employers to focus on other, important…
23 September 2023
- Chinese spies have been running an espionage campaign that relies on passing malware from one device to another via a USB drive. The spies named UNC53, are allegedly backed by the Chinese government. UNC53 have managed to infiltrate at least 29…
23 September 2023
- Access Bank posted profits of ₦135 billion in the first half of 2023. Compared to other tier-1 banks like First Bank, GTCO, and Zenith who doubled their profits in the same period, the result is not impressive
23 September 2023
- Introducing Flows to empower businesses, allowing them to offer enhanced experiences within chat. These experiences include actions like selecting train seats, ordering meals, or scheduling appointments, all seamlessly integrated into the…
23 September 2023
- You may be receiving unwanted calls repeatedly from unknown callers. From vishing (voice phishing) attacks to random marketing calls, and unexpected and unwanted calls from an incessant stalker. Phone numbers have become a unique digital ID linked…
23 September 2023
- Fikrcamp aims to reach 500 Somali-speaking students and 7,500 Amharic-speaking students in Ethiopia within three years.
23 September 2023
- Highly anticipated release of iPhone 15 has finally arrived, although the device is not yet available for purchase in local store – they are available for pre-order on the iStore and various other local retailer sites. Apple iStore have made the…
23 September 2023
- Moving to a new place, whether across town or an entirely different city or country, can be exciting and daunting. It comprises a series of responsibilities, from finding a new home to packing your belongings and keeping track of all the details…
23 September 2023
- Daraja API is an Application Programming Interface that creates a bridge for payment integration to web and mobile apps. In a web app, it is the API that enables a client to initiate payment by pressing a button. Through Daraja, businesses can…
23 September 2023
- Kenya has achieved a major tech milestone with the rollout of its first smartphones assembled locally within the country. Techweez can confirm the made-in-Kenya phones are now in pilot production ahead of an October market launch. Earlier this…
23 September 2023
- The Egyptian government is considering selling an additional 10-15% stake in Telecom Egypt after offloading 9.5% in May 2023 worth $121.6 million. The previous sale on the Egyptian Stock Exchange involved 162.2 million shares at 23.11 Egyptian…
23 September 2023
- Pan-African technology company Liquid Intelligent Technologies has launched two new terrestrial fibre links across Africa – connecting Kenya with Ethiopia and linking Zambia to Malawi. The over 1,000-kilometer Kenya-Ethiopia route provides…
23 September 2023
- In today’s digital age, Nigerian dating and matchmaking app Trueflutter aims to help singles find compatible partners who share their values and aspirations for love. With over 2 million successful matches and 27 weddings facilitated last year…
23 September 2023
- Blockchain software leader Consensys has announced the public launch of MetaMask Snaps, a new feature allowing unprecedented customisation of the popular MetaMask cryptocurrency wallet. Snaps are add-on tools and features developed by third-party…
23 September 2023
- With TikTok Shop’s recent U.S. launch, the popular short-form video app is making a big move into e-commerce. This has significant implications not just in the U.S. but also in emerging markets like Nigeria, where online shopping is booming.…
23 September 2023
- The Kenyan government is poised to introduce a new national digital ID system called the Maisha Card. These unique personal identifiers (UPIs) will replace traditional physical identity cards in a major digital transition. The government has…
23 September 2023
- Bluesky, a new invite-only social media platform, has achieved 1 million users, an impressive feat given its exclusive membership model. Unlike mainstream social sites, Bluesky requires an invite code to join. This creates an air of exclusivity…
23 September 2023
- A recent hackathon in Lagos demonstrated the power of technology and collaboration to address challenges facing Nigeria’s tourism sector. Organised by the Bedouin Group, the second Tourism Hackathon Nigeria convened young innovators aged 18-30 to…
23 September 2023
- WhoGoHost, a Nigerian company that provides web hosting and other digital services has acquired SendChamp, a startup offering cloud-based business communications solutions. The acquisition aims to expand WhoGoHost’s offerings to better serve…
23 September 2023
- After honing its offering out of the spotlight for a year, Nigerian startup OneLiquidity has emerged from stealth mode to provide infrastructure for Africa’s booming fintech industry. The company aims to handle critical backend work like…
22 September 2023
- Truecaller has announced a refreshing brand identity and introduced innovative anti-fraud features that underscore its commitment to user safety and communication protection. Truecaller’s rebranding initiative includes a revamped logo and a brand…
22 September 2023
- During the recent G20 Summit in India, Bosun Tijani, Nigeria’s head of communications, innovation, and the digital economy, engaged with Indian digital public service transformation experts. He revealed intentions to collaborate with India to gain…
22 September 2023
- At the Global Entrepreneurship Congress in Melbourne, Startup Genome unveiled “The Scaleup Report.” Spearheaded by JF Gauthier, Startup Genome’s Founder and CEO, this report delves into the nuances that differentiate successful scaling startups…
22 September 2023
- After a rigorous round of semi-final business pitches and evaluations conducted on September 1 and 2 at Norrsken House in Kigali, Rwanda, the Jack Ma Foundation and Alibaba Philanthropy-sponsored Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) Prize Competition,…
22 September 2023
- Amazon is set to begin inserting ads into its programming. From 2024, subscribers can expect advertisements when viewing their favourite shows. This was announced by the company today. Amazon shows on its Prime Video Service will have what the…
22 September 2023
- Watu Credit Limited announced a partnership with Battery-as-a-Service provider ARC Ride. The partnership aims to set up over 300 battery swap stations in Nairobi by the end of 2024. “As Watu, we strongly believe that EV is the future. In…
22 September 2023
- As you may already know, it is that time of the year when Big Tech ships thrilling tech developments that they've been working on the entire year.
Last week, Apple serenaded us with its iPhone 15 launch event, and this week, Microsoft and Amazon…
22 September 2023
- The Kenyan government has signed a Ksh.8.7 billion ($60 million) agreement with the United States Millennium Change Corporation (MCC). The MCC deal is labelled the Kenya Urban Mobility and Growth Threshold Program. The program will channel the…
22 September 2023
- The inaugural Mozilla Festival House: Kenya has ignited a powerful dialogue among African tech communities, researchers, and human rights activists. This landmark event, held from September 22 to 25, 2023, has set the stage for...
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22 September 2023
- In the second quarter of 2023, the global foldable smartphone market saw remarkable growth, surging by 10% YoY to reach a total of 2.1 million units, as revealed by Counterpoint Research.
This impressive expansion starkly contrasts the global…
22 September 2023
- Huawei Kenya has partnered with MaMa Doing Good, a non-government organization led by First Lady Rachel Ruto to empower Kenyan women with digital skills. The two organizations signed a Memorandum of Understanding to deliver digital skills to more…
22 September 2023
- IT service provider Incentro has opened a new office in Johannesburg, South Africa. Incentro delivers custom-built cloud-based software solutions for the European and African markets. With a legacy of driving work productivity through innovative…
22 September 2023
- TowerCo of Africa reinforces TOM's position, advances infrastructure for robust regional connectivity in Madagascar.
22 September 2023
- Pioneering neobank Lupiya, founded in 2016, secures $8.25M for expanded financial empowerment across East and Southern Africa.
22 September 2023
- Paratus partners with Starlink to deliver high-speed, reliable internet services to businesses across Africa. Initial rollout in Mozambique, Kenya, Rwanda, and Nigeria.
22 September 2023
- YouTube has unveiled its latest game-changing innovation at the recent Made on YouTube Event. The new app, YouTube Create, a...
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22 September 2023
- Global cloud communications platform Infobip is the leading Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS) market, announced analyst firm Gartner. In...
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22 September 2023
- SASSA has established multiple channels to provide assistance efficiently and effectively. Here we explore the different ways you can contact SRD SASSA for help.
22 September 2023
- In a strategic move to tap into one of the world’s best Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) regions, Connex One, a global leader in contact centre technology and solutions, proudly announces the opening of its newest office in Cape Town this July.…
22 September 2023
- Google Calendar is our top choice for users looking for a great calendar app. It comes packed with fantastic features to help you manage your schedule and stay organized.
Once you've got your schedule all set up, sharing it is a handy way to let…
22 September 2023
- The fast-evolving emobility sector presents a significant opportunity for sustainable growth and job creation in Africa, but some constraints need to be overcome Many South Africans who struggle every day to reach their places of work using…
22 September 2023
- TECNO’s latest device in the Phantom lineup has gone live. The company announced the Phantom V Flip – their first clamshell-style flip smartphone that joins the Phantom V Fold that was launched early this year in the foldable format for TECNO.…
22 September 2023
- “Sometimes, even when they have apps like Flo, they can’t read clearly or fully understand because it’s too complicated. We break the information down and speak to them in local Nigerian languages that they understand better."
22 September 2023
- A recent study conducted by Llorente and Cuenca revealed that Mexico is home to more than 1.9 million content creators, with an estimated market value of about USD $240 million.
Notably, the influence of these creators is undeniable, with 16% of…