30 April 2024
- Opera initially valued its stake at $269 million in December 2023 but revised it in subsequent filings due to a smaller financing transaction. OPay experienced significant growth over the past year, partly driven by a currency redesign that caused…
30 April 2024
- Cameroon has been seizing Starlink kits at its borders due to the Internet service provider lacking a license in the country. Starlink plans to discontinue service in regions where it isn’t licensed, including Cameroon, on April 30. Cameroonian…
30 April 2024
- Kubik, an innovative Ethiopian startup that transforms plastic waste into affordable, eco-friendly building materials, has secured $1.9 million in a seed extension funding round. The investment was contributed by African Renaissance Partners, an East…
29 April 2024
- Kenya will host the Network of African Data Protection Authorities (NADPA) Annual General Meeting (AGM). Established in Ouagadougou in September 2016, NADPA serves as a unifying platform for African privacy and data protection authorities from…
29 April 2024
- Jumia has announced the availability of Starlink’s high-speed, low-latency satellite internet on its platform in Kenya. Starlink services have been available in Kenya since 2023. Those interested could buy the kits directly from Starlink or...
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29 April 2024
- Kubik, an Ethiopian startup that recycles plastic waste into low-cost, environmentally friendly building materials, has raised $1.9 million in a seed extension round to expand its operations. The funding comes from African Renaissance Partners, an…
29 April 2024
- In this guide, you will learn through six simple steps how to view a LinkedIn profile anonymously.
29 April 2024
- The American Institutes for Research (AIR) has opened a new office in Kenya to conduct research and provide technical assistance...
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29 April 2024
- Children must experience the internet in a safe manner.
29 April 2024
- Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Acyberschool to train one million Kenyan youths in...
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29 April 2024
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29 April 2024
- Kubik has announced the completion of $5.2 million seed funding round. The seed round makes Kubik the first Ethiopian company to raise a multi-million dollar investment in climate and sustainability solutions. Investors in the round include...
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29 April 2024
- ZTE achieves SBTi approval, commits to net-zero emissions by 2050, emphasizing green initiatives and sustainability.
29 April 2024
- Multi-platform web browser company Opera has ceased its free data campaigns in Kenya in response to a regulatory directive by...
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29 April 2024
- USTDA signs grant with Wilken Group to study fiber optic and 5G network development in Kenya.
29 April 2024
- It prioritizes user security and adds an undeniable layer of protection to your Play Store purchases.
29 April 2024
- Android users can now download two apps simultaneously on the Google Play Store.
29 April 2024
- Kubik, the African sustainable tech startup has raised $5.2 million seed funding round. The seed round makes it the first Ethiopian company to raise a multi-million dollar investment in climate and sustainability solutions. Investors in the round…
29 April 2024
- The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has published a report of the food and grocery delivery platforms in Kenya. The report reveals that Glovo is the most preferred app for online food delivery at 33%....
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29 April 2024
- Madica, a structured investment programme designed for pre-seed stage startups in Africa, has announced its first set of investments in three startups on the continent. Launched in 2022 and affiliated with fintech-focused VC firm Flourish Ventures, …
29 April 2024
- Africa-focused factoring conference aims to empower SMEs and enhance regional trade financing through innovative solutions.
29 April 2024
- Africa Data Centres introduces ADC Channel for partners, offering colocation, ecosystem partnerships, and growth opportunities.
29 April 2024
- Africa's AI potential surges, attracting global tech giants to GITEX AFRICA for transformative collaboration.
29 April 2024
- Qualcomm Incorporated has announced the shortlisted startups for its Make in Africa 2024. The equity-free mentorship program identifies promising early-stage startups keen on applying advanced connectivity and processing technologies to innovative end…
29 April 2024
- Africa Data Centres, a division of the Cassava Technologies group, has announced the launch of its exclusive channel partner programme, ADC Channel. This programme is designed to establish colocation and ecosystem partnerships, empowering members to…
29 April 2024
- Nilesat and Arabsat CEOs discuss collaboration after Riyadh MOU, aiming to bolster regional satellite services.
29 April 2024
- Drone logistics delivery firm Zipline has reached a monumental achievement with its one-millionth delivery to customers. This milestone was marked by the delivery of two bags of IV fluid from a Zipline distribution center in Ghana to a local health…
29 April 2024
- Mauritius Telecom has announced a full restoration of internet and TV services after undersea cable repair.
29 April 2024
- Ghana approves SpaceX Starlink for satellite broadband, advancing digital inclusivity with high-speed internet access.
29 April 2024
- Sixteen African startups operating in different sectors including education, health, logistics, trade, agriculture, creatives, and fintech, were awarded at the...
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28 April 2024
- Infinix NOTE 40 PRO Unboxing: Infinix has officially announced the latest addition to its NOTE series in Kenya, the Infinix NOTE 40. Launched last week, the series comprises the NOTE 40, NOTE 40 Pro, and the most advanced model, the NOTE 40 Pro+ 5G.…
28 April 2024
- In 2010, in the aftermath of the global economic crisis of 2007-09, South African food company Fynbos Fine Foods found itself grappling with declining demand.
28 April 2024
- In a significant stride towards establishing Nigeria’s leadership in Artificial Intelligence (AI) development across Africa, the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, has unveiled the country’s…
27 April 2024
- Bayobab, the digital infrastructure company formerly known as MTN GlobalConnect, has made a significant stride in its strategic growth plans with the completion of its structural separation from parent company MTN Group. This milestone aligns with the…
27 April 2024
- In a move to enhance social connections and enrich digital experiences, Meta, the parent company of Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram, has introduced Llama 3, a new AI assistant designed to engage in conversations, make suggestions, and improve user…
27 April 2024
- HMD Global, the renowned maker of Nokia phones, has unveiled its first original HMD-branded smartphones in Kenya. The first handsets to bear the HMD branding are the HMD Pulse, HMD Pulse+, HMD Pulse Pro. Launched on Thursday in Kenya, all the phones…
27 April 2024
- As I walked into the Sarova Panafric Hotel for this interview with Deborah Mutungi, Head of IT, Sarova Hotels &...
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27 April 2024
- A tale is told of a brilliant but socially awkward tech pioneer who transformed his image. Now a sought-after CEO,...
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27 April 2024
- Rendeavour has created a new company to deliver high-speed internet connectivity to thousands of digitally underserved residents in nearby towns and informal settlements. By investing in critical digital infrastructure, Fahari Link will provide low…
26 April 2024
- Spatialedge, a startup based in South Africa specializing in data and applied AI solutions, has successfully raised ZAR60 million (approximately US$3.1 million) to advance its mission of transforming the retail industry. Established in Stellenbosch in…
26 April 2024
- Pula, an agricultural insurance and technology startup, has successfully completed a $20 million Series B financing round. This capital will be used to offer insurance coverage to numerous smallholder farmers in developing nations, who would otherwise…
26 April 2024
- After two years of foundational efforts, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has approved 75 crypto asset service providers (CASPs) from a pool of 374 applicants. The list, which was announced this Monday, includes prominent global exchanges…
26 April 2024
- As Nigeria progresses in its mission to make financial services more accessible, efficient, and cohesive, traditional financial institutions are introducing digital options and the number of fintech companies is increasing. Currently, there are more…
26 April 2024
- And the award for the most features released in a single week goes to...
26 April 2024
- Drive productivity and innovation within your organization using the “Share screen” feature.
26 April 2024
- The Kenyan government and Huawei Kenya have launched an independent evaluation report of digital skills training provided by DigiTruck program. Launched in 2019 in Kenya under Huawei’s TECH4ALL initiative, the DigiTruck is a mobile, solar-powered…
26 April 2024
- Tano Kenya launch sparks CEO discussions on resilient IT infrastructure, empowering businesses for transformation.
26 April 2024
- It will allow customers to make passive income with their Tesla vehicles.
26 April 2024
- Tech giant Cisco has launched a Cybersecurity Technology Experience Centre in Nairobi, Kenya. Designed in collaboration with the Information and...
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26 April 2024
- Tech giant Cisco has launched a Cybersecurity Technology Experience Centre in Nairobi, Kenya. Designed in collaboration with the Information and...
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