04 March 2024
- Alexa is now capable of performing over 100,000 skills, or instructions, making it far more than just a smart speaker. Making people’s life easier and more convenient is Alexa’s ultimate goal, from turning on lights to adding groceries to your list.…
04 March 2024
- By Christopher Saul, Territory Sales Lead for East Africa at Red Hat East Africa has a growing appetite for software. Whereas, previously, software was just another component of enterprises’ IT infrastructure, it has become the...
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04 March 2024
- Bolt will waive its standard 15% commission for drivers (Uber and Careem charge 22-33%) and give riders 50% off their trips for the next six months.
04 March 2024
- The top stories we are following today, March 4, 2024, include Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI, Reddit's IPO plans and other regulatory happenings.
04 March 2024
- The JAMB DE 2024 applications are ongoing. Here's how to go about it:
04 March 2024
- The demand for fish in sub-Saharan Africa is set to significantly outpace today's levels.
04 March 2024
- EMURGO Africa, the investment and commercial arm of Cardano in Africa, today announced the launch of EMURGO Labs, a dedicated...
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04 March 2024
- After five commission-free years in Botswana, inDrive has introduced a 10 percent driver fee on February 28th, coinciding with the...
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04 March 2024
- Equity Bank has reduced the duration it takes to settle PayPal withdrawals from 24-hour to an instant withdrawal capability. The enhanced capability allows Equity to offer a faster PayPal settlement period for millions of customers who receive…
04 March 2024
- “It is expensive to run any kind of fintech. You can say you want to disrupt banks if you raise $1–2 million; in a few years, you need to raise $5–10 million. If it is overdue and you have not, things will get tricky,” said Sola Akindolu, the company’…
04 March 2024
- EMURGO Africa , the investment and commercial arm of Cardano in Africa has launched EMURGO Labs, aimed to support the growth of established and nascent Web2 and Web3 organizations. EMURGO Labs will serve as the central hub for fostering the growth…
04 March 2024
- A recent workshop in Naivasha, Kenya, marked a major breakthrough in coordinating health efforts across Africa. The African Union’s Digital One Health platform, being developed by key stakeholders like the AU, specialists, and partners, aims to unify…
04 March 2024
- Bilha Ndirangu, a former director of Africa’s Talking who accused senior company officials of misconduct, is suing the company she cofounded for unlawful termination of her appointment.
04 March 2024
- Egypt’s MoneyHash, a leading payment orchestration platform in the Middle East and Africa, has raised a US$4.5 million seed funding round to help it expand. Founded in 2021 by Nader Abdelrazik and Mustafa Eid, MoneyHash has developed a proprietary…
04 March 2024
- The Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) Prize Competition has launched its sixth annual edition of Africa’s Entrepreneurial Competition which seeks to select 10 exceptional entrepreneurs who are striving to make a positive impact in their local…
04 March 2024
- Nigerian fintech startup BFREE, a leading ethical credit manager platform, has raised a US$2.95 million round of funding to enhance its product suite. Founded in 2020 by Julian Flosbach, Chukwudi Enyi, and Moses Nmor, BFREE leverages AI technology to…
04 March 2024
- New satellite connectivity benefits bank operations and customer services in South Africa, enhancing real-time data transmission.
04 March 2024
- South African startup Cue, known for its AI-powered customer service platform, has secured R38.3 million (approximately $2 million) in seed funding from angel investors. This fresh capital injection follows their pre-seed funding of $500,000 secured…
04 March 2024
- Successful test showcases automation benefits, improving Turkcell's network operation efficiency, quality, and time-to-market.
04 March 2024
- Calling all justice entrepreneurs! The Hague Institute for Innovation of Law (HiiL) is seeking applications for its 2024 Justice Accelerator Programme, a prestigious program designed to support promising startups working to improve access to justice…
04 March 2024
- If edtech will thrive in 2024, it is worth considering that the days of schooling under-16 kids online may be well behind us.
04 March 2024
- South African startup Cue, a fast-growing provider of AI-enabled customer service chat software, has closed a US$2 million seed round of funding to deliver deeper integration of AI into its platform and fuel its growth and expansion. Founded in 2015, …
04 March 2024
- Do you want to know how to show battery percentage on Windows 10? It’s easier than you think! In this guide, we’ll take you through the simple steps to make sure you can always see your battery percentage at the click of a button. With just a few…
04 March 2024
- Summary HiiL’s Justice Accelerator Programme 2024 calls innovative minds in Africa to apply to be part of the programme. This year’s theme, “Tech the Justice Gap,” underscores the potential of technology in creating accessible, affordable,...
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04 March 2024
- e& UAE upgrades network with Ericsson's advanced charging solution, boosting 5G services and customer experiences.
04 March 2024
- Furies Enterprise, a Mombasa-based startup with a passion for environmental education, is making waves with its innovative approach to addressing plastic waste and climate change through board games. Founded by Valentine Gechiko (26), Veronica Nzuu (…
04 March 2024
- Republic of Madagascar becomes 12th signatory, commits to Smart Africa's goals for digital progress.
04 March 2024
- Kenya's bid win announced at GSMA Mobile World Congress, highlighting Africa's digital revolution.
04 March 2024
- The commitment is towards reducing gender disparity in mobile internet and financial services for women in Africa.
04 March 2024
- The revolutionary products empower Telcos with data analytics and AI, driving revenue growth and enhancing customer experience.
04 March 2024
- Airtel Africa, the telecom giant initiates buy-back, returning up to $100 million to shareholders over 12 months.
04 March 2024
- The lawsuit targets OpenAI, its CEO Sam Altman, and president Gregory Brockman, alleging breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, and unfair business practices. Musk argues that OpenAI's recent partnership with Microsoft and the subsequent…
04 March 2024
- President of African Development Bank discusses economic growth, investments, and resilience at diplomatic luncheon.
04 March 2024
- In today’s edition: Nigeria suspends 4,000 BDCs || Regulators in SA want new data rules || South Africa’s business registry hacked || Musk sues OpenAI
04 March 2024
- In the first month of 2024, the frequency of API attacks has escalated, affecting on average 1 in 4.6 organisations every week — a 20% increase from January 2023. This upward trend, observed by Check Point Research in the Check...
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03 March 2024
- Opera News Hub (Opera mini News Hub) is an online platform created by Opera Mini that helps authors and bloggers produce and distribute original content while getting discovered by new audiences, and also earning money in the process. It is an open…
03 March 2024
- Have you ever had trouble keeping your Google or Gmail account’s excessive storage under control? Your storage can soon fill up with all the crucial emails, attachments, and spam messages. But do not worry! I’ll outline five tried-and-true strategies…
03 March 2024
- The release of Android 15 is rapidly approaching. The first developer preview of the upcoming Android version has already been made available to developers by Google. Android 15 expands upon earlier iterations to offer new, gradual updates to more…
03 March 2024
- While there are a variety of methods for controlling your TV with Alexa, depending on your TV brand, this step-by-step guide will discuss the complete process of setting up a Sony TV with Alexa, allowing you to use voice to control the TV.
03 March 2024
- In the kitchen, users have found the Amazon Echo Show smart display to be really helpful. I mean, is there any better way to learn how to cook than by watching videos of a virtual assistant guiding you through the process? Simply ask Alexa to “show me…
02 March 2024
- Deezer CEO Jeronimo Folgueira has resigned to pursue personal projects and the Board of Directors is currently in the process of nominating a new CEO, who will be announced in due course. Jeronimo will continue to fulfill his duties as CEO until his…
02 March 2024
- What does 2023 look like? It is said the best way to predict the future is to make it. Another...
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02 March 2024
- “Write a 600-word article on how AI will affect those in the ICT sector specifically the CIOs in organisations language...
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02 March 2024
- Despite numerous challenges impeding its growth, Malawi's tech ecosystem is showing signs of gradual maturity.
02 March 2024
- The computer maker that sold you your laptop says its battery will last for 8 hours or more. You’re probably never going to see real-world numbers anything like that, but you absolutely can improve battery life with a few simple tricks. Can you make…
02 March 2024
- Elon Musk-owned social media giant X (formerly Twitter) is now allowing users to make video and phone calls on the platform without having to enter their number and buy an X Premium subscription. The feature, which was previously only available to X…
02 March 2024
- How to set up a VPN on an android and iPhone Keep your device safe with McAfee Security for Mobile A virtual private network (VPN) is a tool that hides your geolocation and protects your privacy while you’re online. It does this by creating an…
02 March 2024
- Revolut, the global financial super app with more than 35 million customers worldwide has launched Mobile Wallets, a new quick and easy option to sending money abroad. Mobile Wallets redefines remittance experiences by offering a low-friction,…
01 March 2024
- New Capital: Additional $4.1 million funding round led by Pi Ventures and Anurag Arjun, along with several prominent angel investors. Enable complex data collaborations Silence Laboratories, on a mission to create infrastructure to enable complex data…
01 March 2024
- The CBN has revoked the license of 4,137 BDCs weeks after sharing important rule changes for their operations.