25 September 2023
- Nigeria, home to a vast population exceeding 200 million people and boasting over 12 million registered vehicles, has long sustained a consistent demand for efficient vehicle maintenance and repair services.
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25 September 2023
- Ericsson emphasizes digital inclusion, industry progress, and sustainable growth through advanced technology and connectivity solutions in Africa.
25 September 2023
- Last year, 85% of organizations experienced at least one ransomware attack, as per the Veeam Data Protection Trends Report 2023. With almost every organization falling victim to these attacks, the issue has become pervasive and nearly unavoidable…
25 September 2023
- The release of EA Sports FC 24 (FIFA) is right around the corner and for some fans the soundtrack is just as big a deal as the gameplay. For the first time, a Kenyan song makes the list with Matata having the song Not Today officially in the list…
25 September 2023
- MwareTV's COO discusses new platform's features for personalized TV apps, billing integration, cost optimization, and marketing enhancements
25 September 2023
- Education is arguably the single most important investment a society can make in its future. And most people only get...
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25 September 2023
- Technology has the potential to play a transformative role in improving healthcare and education in Africa. While Africa faces unique challenges in both these sectors, technology can offer innovative solutions to address them. Here’s a closer look…
25 September 2023
- Vodacom KwaZulu-Natal allocates over R1 billion for network expansion and upgrades to enhance digital inclusivity. Improved coverage benefits underserved areas.
25 September 2023
- AFC Leopards has announced it has launched an E-ticketing system. The club’s online ticket system will start selling tickets from this week. “The Club management is excited to announce that starting from our upcoming home match against Shabana on…
25 September 2023
- Nokia has revealed plans to launch an Open Innovation lab in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. The new lab will be located in Dubai, UAE, and will help to drive regional innovation and accelerate the adoption of new technologies such as AI/…
25 September 2023
- ICT Authority has launched an online platform to help offenders seeking presidential pardon to submit their applications. The platform has been launched in collaboration with the Power of Mercy Advisory Committee (POMAC) and will be known as…
25 September 2023
- The United States Millennium Challenge Corporation has inked a $60 million deal with Kenya. This agreement will finance four mobility projects, including the purchase of electric BRT buses.
25 September 2023
- Sultan Qaboos University, in partnership with Ooredoo, hails over 120 graduates in digital entrepreneurship programs.
25 September 2023
- Ericsson collaborates with Google Cloud on Cloud RAN, offering automation, AI, and enhanced connectivity solutions.
25 September 2023
- The Digital School, under UAE leadership, partners with WFP to provide digital education in Africa's remote areas.
25 September 2023
- Citizen Lab and Google’s Threat Analysis Group have discovered an iPhone exploit chain designed to install Predator spyware on iOS versions through 16.6.1. This suggests that the spyware made use of a never-before-seen exploit in the iPhone’s…
24 September 2023
- HMD Global, the maker of Nokia phones has attained a Platinum EcoVadis 2023 Sustainability Rating for the second year running, the company announced on Friday. HMD is in the top 1% of businesses and 98 per cent of companies audited for their…
24 September 2023
- Daniel Motaung, Former Facebook Content Moderator, Whistleblower and Union Mobilizer has called on digital workers across Africa to come together and champion for digital rights especially on concerns around Artificial Intelligence (AI). Speaking…
24 September 2023
- Flapmax has joined forces with Microsoft to nurture promising startups through the FAST Accelerator program. This dynamic initiative is set to catalyze the growth of Africa’s digital economy and drive innovation across various sectors. The...
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24 September 2023
- Liquid Intelligent Technologies Zambia has announced the official launch of Azure Stack for its customers. This offering will ensure businesses can access local cloud solutions cost-effectively, meet local data regulatory requirements and…
24 September 2023
- Broll Property Group CEO, Malcolm Horne, unpacks opportunities in Africa's commercial real estate market and other sectors.
24 September 2023
- Bybit have released their second digital art drop as part of their partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing. The limited-edition collection of 200 NFTs were sold via Dutch auction on Sept. 20, and sold out...
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24 September 2023
- Hustler Fund has made the list of nominees in the Innovation for Impact Award category at the Africa Tech Festival. Innovation for Impact award recognises innovations of products or services that have disrupted traditional approaches, introduced…
24 September 2023
- The year 2023 kicked off with an AI fever. Such was the storm that NVDIA became the first chip maker to hit a $1 trillion valuation. The good fortunes of NVDIA may not be same everywhere. Suddenly, a number of people became worried about they may…
24 September 2023
- HUAWEI Consumer Business Group (CBG) has unveiled the HUAWEI WATCH GT 4, the latest iteration of the WATCH GT flagship series. This smartwatch blends advanced design features with robust health and fitness capabilities, aligning with HUAWEI’s new…
24 September 2023
- In an era of technological advancement, our homes are becoming smarter and more connected than ever before. The concept of a smart home, once a futuristic idea, is now a reality that is rapidly gaining popularity. African cities are quickly…
23 September 2023
- Beez FC on Saturday, September 23, won the inaugural #KOT5Aside at Ngong Road Arena, Nairobi County. Beez FC beat Pollycraps FC in a tight final that drew a huge audience within Ngong Road arena. The champions of this year’s #KOT5Aside will walk…
23 September 2023
- Tecno has officially unveiled its first flip smartphone, the Tecno Phantom V Flip. This is currently the cheapest flip smartphone and is set to compete with the likes of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5,...
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23 September 2023
- Morocco is striving to become a major global player in the electric vehicle (EV) battery production industry. The country’s latest move comes through a newly announced partnership between Moroccan investment fund Al Mada and Chinese battery…
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.…