09 February 2024
- Wowzi, a Kenyan digital influencer startup, has been selected by Diageo to its inaugural growth acceleration programme dubbed Fusion by Diageo, through its work with East African Breweries PLC (EABL). Fusion by Diageo aims to identify leading…
09 February 2024
- Mido Cyber Academy’s first cohort recently celebrated their graduation ceremony with parents, sponsors and supporters. Established in 2023 by The...
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09 February 2024
- MWC's Smart Mobility Summit explores the transformative potential and hurdles of connected automotive and aerial mobility.
09 February 2024
- African startups saw a chilly January in terms of funding, marking the second-lowest month since 2021. Despite the lacklustre start, 38 deals exceeding $100,000 each managed to raise a total of $77 million. According to reports by The Big DeaL,…
09 February 2024
- Health tech startup VIEBEG Technologies has raised funding from Johnson and Johnson Impact Ventures, an impact fund within the Johnson & Johnson Foundation and and Sanofi Global Health Unit Impact Fund to support the firm’s plans to reach more…
09 February 2024
- Health tech startup VIEBEG Technologies has raised funding from Johnson and Johnson Impact Ventures, an impact fund within the Johnson & Johnson Foundation to support the firm’s plans to reach more providers and patients through continued…
09 February 2024
- Google has unveiled Gemini, merging its Bard and Duet Artificial Intelligence (AI) services into a single, multimodal AI powerhouse. This strategic move aligns with Google’s advanced AI model, offering users a more comprehensive and powerful…
09 February 2024
- Reshma Naik brings extensive IT experience to lead systems engineering team in delivering innovative solutions.
09 February 2024
- Wasoko, a Kenyan e-commerce platform, did not share its merger plans with Egypt’s MaxAB with employees for over six months, fearing that leaks could derail the transaction
09 February 2024
- Kenya is poised to become a leader in shaping the future of cryptocurrency in Africa. This is evident in the Blockchain Association of Kenya‘s (BAK) initiative to draft the country’s first-ever “Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP)” bill, designed…
09 February 2024
- Impact Amplifier introduces AOSPlatform to promote online safety, featuring solutions, insights, and funding opportunities.
09 February 2024
- MTN collaborates with ESET to provide advanced cybersecurity solutions for businesses and individual device owners.
09 February 2024
- Airtel Nigeria commits to 3,950 tenancies with IHS Nigeria, extending existing agreements until December 2031.
09 February 2024
- Africa is undergoing a digital revolution, with its e-commerce sector poised for explosive growth. A new report by EBANX, a leading payment platform, paints a vibrant picture of a continent rapidly embracing online shopping, fueled by a surge in…
09 February 2024
- The AI dish Google has been cooking is now served. Last year, Microsoft ran off with ChatGPT and Copilot. Google’s response at the time seemed to be a struggle on what to name it’s AI platform. However, what was known as Bard has officially been…
09 February 2024
- In today’s edition: Flutterwave moves to recover lost $24 million || Leatherback CEO sues EFCC after “defamation” incident || Kenya has a new AI bill || Ethiopia will ban non-electric cars || Funding tracker
09 February 2024
- Great news for Realme users, the company has announced a Realme UI 5.0 which is based on the latest Android 14 update for Realme Q5 Pro and Realme GT Master Exploration Edition. UI 5.0 is a major update that brings tons of new features and promises…
08 February 2024
- Just a few days after HMD announced it is dropping the Nokia branding for its smartphones, the company has added another Nokia in its offerings. HMD is now selling the Nokia G22 in a new So Peach color. Nokia G22 in So Peach features a bright…
08 February 2024
- On the 6th of February, 2024, I had the distinct pleasure of joining a vibrant community of Customer Experience (CX) enthusiasts and professionals for The World of CX Weekly Breakfast 🌍🍳 World of Conversations. I was invited…
08 February 2024
- Foldables have curved out a product category of their own, much like tablets and later wearables did back then. Out of the major tech giants of today, Apple is one of the notable companies that don’t offer a folding device. However, new reports…
08 February 2024
- The disconnection notice placed on Glo has been lifted by the NCC following the telco's agreement to pay MTN N2bn in accrued interest...
08 February 2024
- Technology heavyweight Google has unveiled its first ever cloud region in Africa, launching new data centers and cloud infrastructure in Johannesburg, South Africa. Serving as a hub for Google Cloud products and services across the continent, the…
08 February 2024
- T-Mobile, beats Verizon and AT&T as the fastest mobile network according to a report from Ookla which recently released data about which mobile network delivers the fastest upload and download speeds. The report dubbed Speedtest Intelligence®…
08 February 2024
- Airtel Africa has launched Airtel Africa Telesonic Limited (‘Telesonic’), a fibre bandwidth service, leveraging ground fibre assets and submarine cable systems to meet the growing demand for wholesale data in Africa, by offering comprehensive…
08 February 2024
- Understanding psychological concepts aids designers in comprehending consumer behavior with digital products.
08 February 2024
- In this episode of the Pure Digital Passion podcast 🎙️, we had an in-depth conversation with Michael Onyango, an accomplished practitioner in Kenya’s 🇰🇪 and Africa’s telecommunications sector 🌍.…
08 February 2024
- Flutterwave will contact over 6,000 account holders across 35 banks and financial institutions who erroneously received ₦19 billion (*$24 million) from the fintech due to a “improper transfers"
08 February 2024
- Airtel’s plans to significantly boost its telecom infrastructure across Africa to grow its market share see the company investing in Meta’s submarine cable and strengthening old partnerships.
08 February 2024
- How South African rugby captain Siya Kolisi got involved with Freedom of Movement and ended up becoming a shareholder.
08 February 2024
- Global payment technology firm Mastercard has acquired a minority stake of $200 million in MTN Group’s fintech business at a valuation of $5.2 billion on a cash and debt-free basis. The MTN Group Fintech business includes mobile money platform MoMo…
08 February 2024
- The Kenya Robotics and AI Society Bill 2023 proposes fines up to KES 1 million ($6,250), two-year prison terms, or both for unregistered robotic and AI businesses.
08 February 2024
- Here are the top stories in Africa you can't afford to miss.
08 February 2024
- To make sure your iPhone and iPad stay in good shape, it's a smart thing to check the battery health. In this guide, we'll show you easy steps to check your device's battery health.
08 February 2024
- Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) and Google Cloud have announced a deal that will focus on innovating cloud solutions across Motorola Solutions’ safety and security technologies. With Google Cloud’s infrastructure, Motorola Solutions will…
08 February 2024
- The African Development Bank Group has announced a follow-up equity investment of $15 million in the Trade and Development Bank Group’s (TDB Group) pioneering Class C Green+ shares to support clean technology and low carbon projects in its member…
08 February 2024
- Absa Bank has introduced ChatWallet, a new wallet for direct banking services on WhatsApp in South Africa. The move, according...
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08 February 2024
- Airtel Africa today announces the launch of a new fibre bandwidth service to provide data connectivity across Africa. Known as Airtel Africa Telesonic Limited (‘Telesonic’), Airtel said the service fibre bandwidth service, leverages ground fibre…
08 February 2024
- Information, Communications and the Digital Economy, Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo, has been selected as a Member of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Global Digital Innovation Board. The Digital Innovation Board is one of the…
08 February 2024
- Issuing and payment processing firm in the Middle East and Africa MDP, has appointed Frank Molla as Managing Director for Africa. In this role, Molla will lead MDP’s efforts to deepen growth and explore new and localized opportunities for scale…
08 February 2024
- The design of websites and mobile apps presents different difficulties and objectives. This article provides a comparison of both design options and offers the best practices.
08 February 2024
- Schneider Electric has announced that it has launched new industry certifications for Data Center & Critical Infrastructure within its EcoXpert™...
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08 February 2024
- Connected Industries at MWC Barcelona 2024 and how they are bringing together the world's most innovative organisations together.
08 February 2024
- MTN SA and Huawei deploy 800G optical network for cloud services, broadband, and wireless networks.
08 February 2024
- The security of company data and systems may be compromised when employees work remotely. Learn what companies must do to fight data breaches.
08 February 2024
- Mirova, a leader in sustainable investment, recently celebrated a major achievement in its drive to accelerate the transition to clean energy across developing nations. A year after its launch, the Mirova Gigaton Fund, which aimed to gather $500…
08 February 2024
- In 2021, while working as a marketing consultant for Japanese startups in Kenya, Aoi Narita discovered the song “Love Nwantiti” by Nigerian Afrobeats artist CKay and was instantly captivated by the genre. “The lyrics were beyond my comprehension,…
08 February 2024
- The creator of the hugely successful “Please Call Me” service, Nkosana Makate has secured a significant victory in his long-running legal battle with Vodacom. According to reports, The Supreme Court of Appeal in South Africa ruled that Vodacom must…
08 February 2024
- Renda Africa, a premier provider of third-party fulfillment solutions in Nigeria, has unveiled an innovative technology platform called Renda360. This platform stands out as the first to consolidate and offer straightforward access to comprehensive…
08 February 2024
- The consortium has planned 11,000km subsea cable linking Intra Asia, India, Middle East with advanced technologies.
08 February 2024
- Despite it being under fire from regulators and airlines since a door plug blew out of a 737 MAX 9, and pressure from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration barring it from expanding production of its best-selling 737 MAX planes, Boeing and the…