27 March 2023
- Loan apps are a big thing in Kenya, and for good reason: they offer effortless credit to cash-strapped customers with no collateral, a move that has since proved very popular in the country. The fact that customers can access this cash in a matter of…
27 March 2023
- Digital loan apps have been undergoing a lot of scrutiny from regulators such as the Central Bank of Kenya ever since they started abusing user data and using private information to shame lenders into paying delayed loans. Parliament would then…
27 March 2023
- we must begin to face the reality of AI in Africa in order to learn how to deal with it from a citizen engagement and policy standpoint.
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27 March 2023
- Kenya-based VC firm Factor[e]Ventures has launched Delta40, a new venture studio that aims to increase incomes and tackle climate change in Africa by building and investing in technology ventures. Factor[e]Ventures invests in and supports early-stage…
27 March 2023
- Digital money transfer services are now the preferred remittance channel for millions of Kenyan migrants living and working in the diaspora, thanks to their online nature that allows migrants to...
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27 March 2023
- Protei's advanced solutions for the telecommunications industry are enabling mobile operators to stay competitive and provide top-quality service to their customers in an increasingly connected world.
27 March 2023
- stc launched and recently concluded its first phase of the "Smart Bus" which has enabled the elderly people to deal with their digital literacy.
27 March 2023
- Mastercard and 'The People’s Own Savings Bank' have launched a series of new co-badged Debit and Prepaid Mastercard cards.
27 March 2023
- stc Group has come into a cooperation agreement with the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development and Ta’allam Association to give cholarships for social security beneficiaries.
27 March 2023
- Paratus has appointed Mr. Reagon Graig to its Board of Directors as an independent non-executive director of the company.
27 March 2023
- The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) has announced the opening of registration for its annual conference and awards.This…
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27 March 2023
- By streamlining supply chains, improving distribution channels, and providing better information to farmers, these startups are helping to reduce waste, improve food security, and increase profitability for all stakeholders.
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27 March 2023
- Samsung has been recognized by market research firm Omdia as the top brand in the global TV market in 2022....
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27 March 2023
- Samsung makes great TVs, and it sells millions of them across the world every other year. However, this does not mean it doesn’t have any competition, because its home rival, LG, is equally capable, and has been appealing to high-end consumers with…
27 March 2023
- Air France, the French national carrier, has announced an increase in daily non-stop flights between Paris and Nairobi from four up to seven effective 15 June this year. The extension...
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27 March 2023
- Abu Dhabi investment firm Group 42 (G42) which is controlled by Arab Emirates royal Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan has…
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27 March 2023
- Kenya’s consumers are calling for greater innovation in international money transfer services so they can easily manage their personal finance...
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27 March 2023
- In today’s digital age, security is a top concern for businesses and individuals alike. One of the most fundamental security measures is the use of passkeys. Passkeys are a type of security authentication that is...
27 March 2023
- Baron and Cabot, a UK real estate company, has launched a property website for the UK, which also has a plan to expand real estate agencies in Kenya. The portal uses AI technology to anticipate property prices, and it offers a chance for growth and…
27 March 2023
- Kenya customers are asking for better international money transfer services that can help them better manage their personal finances. According to the Global Money Transfer Index by Western Union, 90% of the recipients in Kenya would like remittance…
27 March 2023
- Amazon Web Services (AWS), the cloud computing division for the world’s largest e-commerce retailer Amazon, has strengthened its footprint in Africa with a call for applications from early-stage startups to join the inaugural edition of the AWS…
27 March 2023
- The Covid-19 pandemic propelled the adoption of digital payment platforms for millions of people around the world and in Africa. This adoption continues to grow with reports suggesting that the global cashless payments volumes are expected to…
27 March 2023
- Cell C has disclosed that Douglas Cragie Stevenson has resigned from his position as the company's CEO.
27 March 2023
- South African VC firm Kalon Venture Partners, which invests in digital disruptive technologies, is to raise a US$50 million fund which will see it make investments outside of South Africa for the first time. Formed in 2016, Kalon Venture Partners…
27 March 2023
- Is Nigeria's slew of failed transfers and buggy banking apps reaching an end? Last week, the Nigerian House of Representatives directed the Central Bank (CBN) to request that all banks overhaul their online banking systems.
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27 March 2023
- The adoption of technology in the real estate management sector is still a very infant idea. There aren’t many solutions that make work easier for players in this sector, leaving a huge gap for innovators to leverage, especially in Africa. VENCO, a…
27 March 2023
- Getting a non-coding tech job can be a fantastic opportunity for those who have an interest in technology but don't necessarily have a background in coding. There is a wide range of non-coding tech roles available that offer exciting career paths and…
27 March 2023
- Over the last few decades, the city of Lagos, located in Nigeria and home to no less than 425 different startup companies, has developed a reputation for being one of the most important centers for innovation and entrepreneurship in all of Africa.…
27 March 2023
- WomHub is an innovation, and women started coworking space in Cape Town. It is now available to the public. The space aims to give women entrepreneurs, freelancers, and professionals a workplace and a community to support them. WomHub is a coworking…
27 March 2023
- To bring digital excellence to Azule Energy’s operations and activities, the world’s leading industrial software provider encouraging innovation and sustainability has teamed with Angola’s largest independent oil and gas operator. The partnership…
27 March 2023
- More than 88,500 telecom operators, entrepreneurs, corporations, and governmental institutions came to the event in Barcelona to network and make relationships that matter through connectivity. The event is put on by GSMA, a group of mobile network…
26 March 2023
- Nanobank, a lending business formed by combining its micro-lending business with Mobimagic’s point-of-sale business, sold out most of its business in Asia to Opay in exchange for shares for an undisclosed private equity firm. For Opera, the consumer…
26 March 2023
- African investment firm ShEquity Partners, which focuses on women, has started accepting applications for the fourth round of the ShEquity Business Accelerator. (SHEBA). ShEquity is an investment organization that puts money into innovative, effective…
26 March 2023
- Apple’s car project may be the most closely guarded in the automotive industry. The company has been working on Project…
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26 March 2023
- LG Energy Solution recently announced a $5.5 billion investment in a battery manufacturing complex in Arizona. This is by far…
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26 March 2023
- DeepRoute.ai, a self-driving technology company backed by Alibaba Group has unveiled Driver 3.0 solution for car makers. The system, according…
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26 March 2023
- Factor[e] Ventures has announced the creation of Delta40. This new venture studio will focus on developing and investing in technology-driven businesses in Africa to boost local incomes and combat the effects of climate change. Delta40, led by…
26 March 2023
- A robust market intelligence strategy gives startups a constant bird’s-eye view of the market.With a bird’s-eye view of the market, your organization can remain strong in volatile marketplaces, quickly pivoting as necessary. Most product sales in…
26 March 2023
- JP Morgan, the biggest bank in the United States and the world based on market capitalization, now had a regional office in Nairobi, Kenya. The American banking giant is present in Nigeria, Egypt, South Africa, and Kenya. These countries are referred…
26 March 2023
- Airtel Mobile Commerce Uganda Limited (AMCUL) has launched a new partnership with Prudential Assurance Uganda Limited and Turaco Insurance Brokers Ltd. This cooperation aims to make it easier for low-income families and underserved communities in…
26 March 2023
- The Board of Directors of the African Development Fund has authorized a $3.9 million grant to help pay for a project to improve Liberia’s payment infrastructure and processes. The Bank’s concessional lending window cleared the grant on March 17. The…
26 March 2023
- Tech and creative industries have grown recently in Nigeria and have made it a ground for start-ups in these sectors. Propelled by a higher density of youth population and amount of internet penetration, the country has produced successful tech…
26 March 2023
- Africa Data Centres, a Cassava second-class technology, and a group of Africans with a common interest in technology have agreed with TechAccess to launch a Data Centre Infrastructure Management (DCIM) solution. DCIM has been used to assess, test, and…
26 March 2023
- Twitter Blue, the paid subscription service for Twitter users, was announced in June 2021 to make the user experience on the platform better. However, when Elon Musk took control of the company, he introduced new features, along with the ability to…
26 March 2023
- The recent redesign of the Nigerian currency has drastically dropped the efficiency of digital banking in Nigeria, which also resulted in a cash shortage. However, people’s reliance on banking apps and USSD platforms has caused significant pressure on…
26 March 2023
- Are you a travel enthusiast? Do you dream of exploring new cultures and regions but have no idea where to start? Are you someone who desires to migrate for study, work, or personal reasons but are overwhelmed by the process? Look no further than…
26 March 2023
- In recent years, South Africa has emerged as a big hub for technological innovation and progress. This has prompted both old and new businesses in the country to adopt and utilize technology to propel their growth and success, which is never a bad…
26 March 2023
- Amazon’s cloud computing business, AWS, is now accepting applications for the first time for the AWS FinTech Africa Accelerator. This is part of Amazon’s efforts to grow its presence in Africa. AWS’s well-known Startup Loft Accelerator runs this…
26 March 2023
- After selling Nanobank for $127 million in 2022, Opera, a Norwegian consumer internet brand, has raised its share in the Africa-focused neo-bank OPay from 6.4% to 9.5%. Opera used to own 42% of Nanobank, which was made when Opera’s microlending…
26 March 2023
- Fast Congo, which is owned by GBS and the Paratus Group, says that a lot of fibre capacity has been turned on in DRC. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Fast Congo, part of the Paratus Group, states that its 620-kilometer fiber optic…