09 January 2024
- What lies ahead for retail in a world that smells faintly of recession with whiffs of economic depression but is driven by the overwhelming scent of innovation and emergent technology? The answer is…people. Riyaat Phillips, Senior Presales Manager…
09 January 2024
- "DND" stands for "Do Not Disturb." It's a feature commonly found on smartphones. When you enable the Do Not Disturb mode, your device mutes notifications, calls, and other alerts, allowing you to have uninterrupted time or focus without being…
09 January 2024
- Retail technology is changing the way consumers shop, both online and offline. Consumers can use many retail tech apps to enhance their shopping experience, save money, and discover new products. Here are 5 of the best retail tech apps that…
09 January 2024
- Octavia Carbon, based in Kenya, has secured investment to advance its Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology, focusing on CO2 extraction from the atmosphere. The company aims to combat climate change by designing, building and deploying machines that…
09 January 2024
- Scale, which modernizes procurement, empowering African businesses with efficiency and transparency in Africa has raised undisclosed funding to disrupt procurement in Africa which has traditionally been hindered by inefficiency,high costs and opaque…
09 January 2024
- CES 2024 kicks off in Las Vegas, bringing a wave of tech announcements and AI-powered innovations. Here’s a quick rundown of the major events and unveils to watch out for: Monday: Tuesday: Beyond the big names look out for innovative startups…
09 January 2024
- Kuwaiti’s Baims, which specializes in providing online tailored recorded courses for university students in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan has acquired 100% of Orcas to consolidate its hold on the edtech market in the MENA region. With…
09 January 2024
- Millions of Kenyans are facing disruptions to their daily transactions as Safaricom’s M-Pesa platform experiences an ongoing technical outage. The popular mobile money service, relied upon by 97% of the country’s mobile money users, has been hit…
09 January 2024
- Safaricom’s widely-used mobile money service, M-Pesa experienced an extensive outage lasting over two hours leaving millions of its users unable...
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09 January 2024
- Ride-hailing platform inDrive is revving up its engine for multi-faceted growth beyond just transporting passengers. Under the guidance of President Mark Loughran, the company is venturing into two key areas: 1. Financial Lifeline for Drivers:…
09 January 2024
- Egyptian online tutoring startup Orcas has been acquired by Baims, a leading Kuwaiti ed-tech company, in a strategic move to help the latter capture the flourishing US$100 billion education market in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Founded…
09 January 2024
- Seiko Epson Corporation, the firm behind the popular Epson brand, is moving to fully adopt renewable energy sources for all its operations worldwide as of December 2023. The firm first announced its commitment to this green transition in March 2021…
09 January 2024
- Safaricom’s mobile money platform M-Pesa is down with users nationwide reporting delays. The service is unavailable on both the M-Pesa app, USSD code and the SIM card tool. Users have taken to social media platforms to complain about the outage that…
09 January 2024
- Ericsson and MTN enhance collaboration, expanding MTN's Mobile Money services, promoting financial inclusion, and empowering users across Africa.
09 January 2024
- Mastercard has partnered with illicocash, Rawbank’s fintech arm, to launch a virtual card programme in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) to provide consumers and businesses with a new and convenient way to engage in eCommerce transactions.…
09 January 2024
- Safaricom’s mobile money platform, M-Pesa is currently down for many users experiencing delays for the past 30 minutes. More users are now flocking to social media platforms to raise their concerns and frustrations. The ubiquitous mobile money…
09 January 2024
- In its bid to innovate and elevate its customer experience, LG, a company with an extensive customer-base in Kenya, has identified AI as one of its most essential enablers of success. The company’s CEO, William...
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09 January 2024
- Cleva has several upcoming products, including USD cards and savings in U.S. assets, in the works to diversify its revenue streams. It also plans to launch a campaign aimed at African diasporans. According to the company’s website, these products…
09 January 2024
- Thrilled to announce, ValueMentor, a Cyber Security Consulting & Services company, created a new executive position, the CEO-Middle East (Chief Executive Officer – Middle East). This strategic decision underscores our commitment to expanding in…
09 January 2024
- The Nigerian Stock Market has overperformed its target since 2020 till date. Nigerian startups can take advantage of last year’s bull run to list on the Nigerian Tech Board in 2024
09 January 2024
- Vodacom Business, the enterprise arm of Vodacom South Africa, will sponsor the IT News Africa Digital Retail Conference on January 31, 2024, at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg. The conference, in its 6th edition, gathers retail…
09 January 2024
- Seiko Epson Corporation has now fully adopted renewable energy sources for all its operations worldwide. This makes it the first...
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09 January 2024
- Advanced email and collaboration security company Mimecast has acquired Elevate Security, a provider of human risk management solutions. The acquisition strengthens Mimecast’s offerings by providing proactive insights and deeper visibility into…
09 January 2024
- Orange Finances Money Mali partners with TerraPay, connecting over 12 million Malians to global diaspora, enhancing financial inclusion.
09 January 2024
- Ooredoo's strategic partnership with Commercial Bank introduces a user-friendly direct debit solution for seamless bill payments.
09 January 2024
- SmartCash PSB's festive campaign enables cost-free money transfers, fostering connection and spreading joy this season.
09 January 2024
- In today’s edition: LagRide driver’s death raises concerns || A Wasoko MaxAB merger brings layoffs || In Nigeria, MTN might disconnect Glo users|| Nigeria’s ATM usage drops by 30% || Twiga’s legal chief follows CEO footsteps.
08 January 2024
- When the mouse moves slowly or sluggishly in reaction to your physical mouse movements, it is referred to as mouse lagging.The pointer on the screen may move erratically and respond poorly when you move the mouse, or there may be a lag between…
08 January 2024
- Daniel Ngungi, head of legal and administration at Twiga Foods, left the company days after TechCabal reported that Peter Njonjo, the founder and CEO, resigned from Twiga’s board. Ngungi confirmed his departure in a LinkedIn post on Monday.
08 January 2024
- Chip maker, AMD, has today unveiled its latest GPU, the Radeon RX 7600 XT which goes on sale on January 24th. The latest graphic card announced today at CES 2024 will go for $329 (around KES 51,818). It will be available from AMD board partners…
08 January 2024
- With CES about to kick off on Tuesday, January 9, the tech world is already buzzing with exciting announcements. Here are the tech product announcements made today that piqued my interest.Apple's Vision Pro Headset Is Coming Next MonthA Wearable…
08 January 2024
- DigiTax, one of the five approved and listed vendors by the Kenya Revenue Authority, has appointed Statsspeak Group Limited, as its go-to-market and onboarding partner. Statsspeak will be responsible for market mapping, user education and...
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08 January 2024
- Apple has just announced the official release date for its Mixed Reality (MR) headset, the Apple Vision Pro. The headset made headlines when it was first unveiled at the company’s Worldwide Developers Conference held in June last year. Per the tech…
08 January 2024
- Wasoko, the Tiger Global-backed Kenyan e-commerce startup and MaxAB, its Egyptian counterpart, will trim roughly 10% of the combined workforce of both companies, TechCabal has learned.
08 January 2024
- In a continent where technology directly impacts lives, human-centric design takes centre stage. User experience designers are crafting interfaces that are not just visually appealing but also intuitive and accessible.
08 January 2024
- Padmore, a driver with LagRide, the Lagos state-backed ride-hailing platform that launched in 2022, died this morning before he began his morning routine. Over 20 ride-hailing drivers gathered at the hospital this morning told TechCabal that LagRide…
08 January 2024
- The Google Pixel smartphones come equipped with impressive camera capabilities, allowing users to capture high-quality photos and videos. However, the default camera settings include a shutter sound that accompanies each photo taken, serving as a…
08 January 2024
- Almost 40,000 dark web posts relating to the sale of internal corporate information have been uncovered. It has been observed by cybersecurity experts that an average of 1,731 dark web messages per month about the sale, purchase and distribution of…
08 January 2024
- Content Streaming platform, Showmax has a plan to relaunch in February 2024 with a new look, new app, and an...
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08 January 2024
- Here are the top stories we are tracking in the African region today – January 8, 2024.Kuda reports ₦55.8 trillion in transaction value within four yearsNigeria's naira stable coin to go live in FebruaryCellulant quietly laid off staff in December…
08 January 2024
- Oppo has today unveiled its latest flagship smartphone, the Find X7 Ultra, with a quad rear camera system boasting improved photography and the typical specs associated with most flagships. This device, however, comes with not one, but two periscope…
08 January 2024
- Showmax is gearing up to launch a standalone Premier League mobile streaming plan next month. Although specific details about the new plan remain undisclosed, the streaming service has confirmed the existence of three subscription options:...
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08 January 2024
- Research studies, such as one published in the Journal of Abnormal Psychology (2019), found a significant increase in major depressive episodes among young adults in the United States. The study suggests a correlation between the rise of social…
08 January 2024
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08 January 2024
- Advanced email and collaboration security company, Mimecast have completed the acquisition of Elevate Security, a provider of human risk management...
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08 January 2024
- LG Electronics (LG) has unveiled its 2024 soundbar lineup, including the S95TR, SG10TY and S70TY models, which will all be on display at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024 in Las Vegas, USA, from January...
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08 January 2024
- Tabby, MENA’s shopping and financial services app, has secured up to $700 million from J.P. Morgan, the largest asset-backed facility obtained by a fintech company in the MENA region. Aside from its debt facility, Tabby has extended its Series D…
08 January 2024
- The fintech sector has been one of Africa’s biggest technology success stories. According to one report, the continent’s 678 fintech startups raised more than US$2.7 billion between 2021 and August 2023. Additionally, almost all of the continent’s…
08 January 2024
- Jimmie Mwangi Assumes a new role as the Chief Information and Digital Officer (CIDO). Mwangi, who recently announced his appointment...
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08 January 2024
- Oludayo Ojerinde, a specialist in artificial intelligence from Nigeria, recently launched a new health-focused chatbot in Lagos. This innovative chatbot is set to transform how healthcare is accessed and cater to the healthcare needs in Nigeria.…