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…
08 February 2024
- Here are the top stories we are tracking today – February 8, 2024.
08 February 2024
- MultiChoice settles tax assessments with FIRS in Nigeria, agreeing to pay NGN35.4 billion.
08 February 2024
- M-PESA Foundation hands over school infrastructure in Bungoma, Vihiga, and Kakamega counties, transforming education opportunities.
08 February 2024
- This guide will help you make your Telegram experience more organized and keep your phone gallery just the way you like it.
08 February 2024
- Despite an overall decline, Apple managed to maintain its lead in the tablet market.
08 February 2024
- Glovo is searching for bright Kenyan minds to join their Africa Graduate Program, a stepping stone for future leaders in the on-demand delivery industry. This initiative expands beyond Kenya, aiming to cultivate talent across the continent. The…
08 February 2024
- Bayobab achieves milestone landings in Ghana and Nigeria, bolstering African connectivity and digital infrastructure.
08 February 2024
- Kenyans are facing a growing national ID card issuance crisis, with thousands left waiting due to the court-imposed halt on the new digital ID project called Maisha Namba. Since November 2023, the court injunction on Maisha Namba has disrupted the…
08 February 2024
- Britam has launched Beta Lab, a new insurance innovation and acceleration program, as it aims to nurture budding insuretech and fintech startups, and fast track product development in the industry. Beta Lab incorporates a corporate acceleration…
08 February 2024
- As the digital landscape continues to evolve, mobile money and digital lending are poised to drive significant growth in Nigeria’s...
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08 February 2024
- SafeBoda, Uganda’s leading ride-hailing company, has officially confirmed its return to Nairobi, Kenya after a three year hiatus. With a renewed commitment to safety, trust, and reliability, SafeBoda is reintroducing its bike-hailing services to…
08 February 2024
- Unlocking Africa's digital potential through lessons from Peru: Insights by Craig Bowley, Regional Vice President, EMEA at ST Engineering iDirect
08 February 2024
- Global payment-technology corporation Mastercard has completed the acquisition of a minority stake in MTN Group’s fintech business. The acquisition comes six months after TechCrunch reported that Mastercard has agreed to invest in MTN Group. MTN…
08 February 2024
- Kenyan experts in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) and information technology have raised serious concerns over the proposed Robotics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Society Bill, 2023, urging lawmakers to reconsider its implementation,…
08 February 2024
- Ibrahim Ibitade, the CEO of Leatherback, is suing Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for defamation after the agency declared him wanted three months ago without “conducting due diligence.”