31 January 2024
- Twiva, a Kenyan Influencer-powered social commerce platform boasting a network of over 11,000 influencers, has partnered with Shortlist, a recruitment platform connecting African talent with startups, to launch a device financing facility,…
31 January 2024
- Here are some of the top stories in Africa you might have missed.Nigerian fintech Miden selected for YC 2024 winter batchSony invests in SA gaming startup Carry1stBolt launches same-day delivery service in South AfricaElectricity Company of Ghana…
31 January 2024
- In 2023, the technology industry showcased its economic prowess with the emergence of some of the world's most profitable companies, establishing themselves as a powerhouse of financial success. Research by GROW and CONVERT which delved into the…
31 January 2024
- Without a doubt, collaboration within the sales team is central to productivity and positive business outcomes. Research by Frost & Sullivan shows that workplace collaboration efforts boost company sales by 27% and customer satisfaction ratings…
31 January 2024
- South Africa’s Athena has secured an additional $150,000 from Founders Factory Africa to allow patients to split their medical bills into monthly instalments .The additional investment brings its total investment from FFA to $250,000. Established…
31 January 2024
- Managing your company’s payroll should be a seamless experience, but if your payroll department is constantly in a state of crisis management, it’s highly likely that the payroll solution you’re using is no longer capable of meeting the organisation…
31 January 2024
- Kenyan startup, Apollo Agriculture, a commercial farming platform that helps small-scale farmers maximise their profits, has raised US$10 million in funding to help it continue to grow. Founded in 2019, Apollo Agriculture empowers farmers to…
31 January 2024
- Bolt will not receive any commission from drivers for a minimum of six months in Zimbabwe.
31 January 2024
- Are you currently in search of the best place to redeem gift cards for naira? This guide is written for you.Many gift cards go unused every year which could have been exchanged for cash. You can convert gift cards to cash swiftly on the right…
31 January 2024
- South African startup Carry1st, Africa’s leading game publisher and digital commerce platform, has secured a strategic investment from the Sony Innovation Fund: Africa, the venture capital arm of Sony Group Corporation, making it the new fund’s…
31 January 2024
- BUTEC Group enhances water management skills with the acquisition of Société des Eaux de Marseille's Moroccan businesses.
31 January 2024
- Senegalese startup ProXalys, which specialises in digital transformation in B2B commerce, has raised a US$500,000 funding round to help it scale. Founded in 2021 by Thierno Sakho, ProXalys aims to modernise and empower Senegal’s informal traders,…
31 January 2024
- Libyan SMEs gain financial support as Central Bank approves legal framework for Libyan Credit Information Centre.
31 January 2024
- The GSMA and IBM have today announced a new collaboration to support the adoption and skills of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the telecom industry through the launch of GSMA Advance’s AI Training program and the GSMA Foundry Generative…
31 January 2024
- South African developer hiring marketplace, OfferZen has successfully closed a EUR4 million (US$4.3 million) funding round from top-tier investors, while also announcing a reformatting of its business model and some personnel changes. Founded in…
31 January 2024
- In 2024, the world of data analytics is buzzing, and if you want to jump in, Data Analytics Bootcamps are your shortcut to becoming a data pro.These bootcamps are like turbocharged learning experiences – accurate, hands-on, and perfect for getting…
31 January 2024
- Equatorial Guinea and Ghana's signing of FEDA Establishment Agreement strengthens collaboration, supporting Afreximbank's impactful investment objectives across Africa.
31 January 2024
- Mastercard collaborates with Emirates NBD-Egypt to enhance digital transactions, offering secure and seamless banking experiences in Egypt.
31 January 2024
- Samsung is working with Google Cloud to bring Google Cloud’s generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology to Samsung smartphone users around the globe starting with the Samsung Galaxy S24 series. Samsung will be the first Google Cloud partner…
31 January 2024
- Despite a squeeze in funding across Africa’s VC spectrum in 2023, climate tech startups hauled in $1 billion of the total $3.5 billion raised as investor interest surged
31 January 2024
- Alarmed by a recent surge in COVID-19 cases, the Malawian government, partnering with the World Health Organization (WHO), has launched a targeted vaccination campaign in ten high-risk districts. Nsanje, in southern Malawi, currently bears the…
31 January 2024
- SasaPay, a leading digital payments service provider, has launched a new tool aimed at empowering its platform’s users. This innovative feature allows merchants and users to automatically transfer funds to their bank accounts based on their…
31 January 2024
- AfriLabs, Africa’s innovation ecosystem, launched the AfriLabs Connect Deal Room (ACDR) aimed to addresses the critical challenges of identifying, funding and accessing investible startups in Africa. The primary mission of ACDR which was launched…
31 January 2024
- Moniepoint, a Nigerian fintech firm, recorded over 5 billion transactions in 2023, with a notable rise in businesses utilizing its Point-of-Sale (PoS) terminals. While specific numbers for its personal banking product launched in August 2023 were…
31 January 2024
- Tanzania experiences a 30% increase in mobile money transactions, emphasizes broadcasting infrastructure improvement and digital connectivity.
31 January 2024
- Neuralink, Elon Musk’s venture into neurotechnology, marked a significant milestone by successfully implanting its device in a human for the first time on Sunday. Mr Musk, confirming the news via a post on X (formerly Twitter), reassured that the…
31 January 2024
- tretton37, a Sweden-based tech consulting firm has selected 10 startups into ‘Startup Boost’, a global program for social impact startups, out of almost 50 applicants. The chosen startups – of which five are African – will be provided free support…
31 January 2024
- Saudi Arabia-based P2P car rental platform Ejaro, has raised $3.28 million in a pre-Series A investment round, led by cooperative and angel investors to enhance its development and expansion plans to strengthen its position in the peer-to-peer car…
31 January 2024
- In a significant development for South Africa’s digital infrastructure, the Johannesburg Internet Exchange (JINX) has completed a major upgrade by installing high-speed dark fibre across its entire network. This upgrade, completed in 2024, is set to…
31 January 2024
- Eutelsat OneWeb and stc group gear up for the launch of commercial satellite services in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.
31 January 2024
- Safaricom Ethiopia has announced that the number of M-Pesa users has nearly tripled in four months to 3.1 million with Sh18.5 billion transactions. Safaricom’s Ethiopia launched the mobile money service last year on August 15 as part of the…
31 January 2024
- Nigeria has seen a decline of 10.7% in its broadband penetration figures after the NCC adjusted the calculation with the latest population estimates.
31 January 2024
- Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) can now self-register and get Disability Certificates from eCitizen. This is in line with the digitization of government services. Onboarding for self registration began last year and is now fully functional. Thus,…
31 January 2024
- Ethio Telecom's 5G rollout in Dire Dawa boosts connectivity, fostering digital transformation for businesses and citizens.
31 January 2024
- Vodafone Oman enables convenient payment for Apple content via carrier billing, enhancing accessibility for BLACK and RED customers.
31 January 2024
- Carry1st has announced a strategic investment from Sony Innovation Fund, the venture capital arm of Sony Group Corporation. This significant partnership marks the inaugural investment from Sony Innovation Fund: Africa, established by Sony as a...…
31 January 2024
- Platform-led managed security services company, Infopercept, has appointed Preethkaran J as its new Chief Revenue Officer. With over 20 years...
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31 January 2024
- Global technology company, Epson has set up a school donation programme that will see schools in Africa receive printers, projectors,...
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31 January 2024
- In today’s edition: Nigeria wants to tackle POS fraud || MTN invests $215 million in Benin || Will $500 million clear Nigeria’s backlog? || Kenya’s Apollo receives$10 million in funding
31 January 2024
- Infopercept Consulting, a global platform-led managed security services company has appointed Preethkaran as Chief Revenue Officer. With over 20 years in the cybersecurity industry, Preethkaran brings a wealth of knowledge in the areas of IT risk…
31 January 2024
- Epson has launched an EcoTank Donation Campaign Program that will see 80 schools in the country receive printers, projectors and visualizers from the company. The program is part of an initiative to support education through technology in schools…
31 January 2024
- Bboxx, the data-driven super platform, transforming lives and unlocking potential by connecting consumers and deploying innovative products across Africa, has moved its Headquarters from London to Kigali, reaffirming its commitment as an Africa-…
30 January 2024
- Visa, a digital payments enabler has opened applications for the second cohort of its Africa Fintech Accelerator program targeting Seed to Series A startups operating in Africa. The applications are open until February 29th 2024. Visa also…
30 January 2024
- Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra launched with many exciting upgrades and it seems there are more features backed into the device that are coming in future software updates. One such feature is crash detection, a system that alerts emergency services when…
30 January 2024
- p0 has launched from stealth to help stop catastrophic software failures by leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) to identify safety and security issues in software before it is ever run in a production environment. With a $6.5m war chest from…
30 January 2024
- We spotlight eight promising opportunities in Nigeria's agribusiness and food sector worth considering in 2024.
30 January 2024
- Apple’s App Store opened the iPhone to a world of new possibilities. Since its launch in 2008 it has been the only official place for users to get access to applications, however, that’s about to change. In Europe, iOS users will be able to download…
30 January 2024
- In the latest Pixel Feature Drop, Google has unveiled an enhancement to Google Password Manager called passkey upgrades. This new feature enables Pixel users (starting from Pixel 5a), Pixel Fold, and Pixel Tablet owners to easily discover accounts…
30 January 2024
- In today's fast-paced digital age, having a slow or unresponsive computer can be a major frustration. Fortunately, one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to boost your computer's performance is to upgrade its random access memory (RAM). RAM…
30 January 2024
- In the DC Comic “Batman: The Dark Knight Returns” Harvey Dent says “You either die a hero or live long enough to see yourself become a villain.” and no other company is doing that like TikTok shifting from vertical video to horizontal video. The…