Tech in Africa

25 Sep 2025 - As Vodacom Tanzania celebrates its 25th anniversary of service to the nation, the company is preparing for the next phase of growth by launching a…

25 Sep 2025 - The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP), an initiative launched at the 2021 COP26 climate conference, is aiming to raise $7.5…

25 Sep 2025 - PayPal has announced a $100 million commitment to expand its presence in the Middle East and Africa. This investment will be deployed through a…

25 Sep 2025 - Acumen has launched the second iteration of its KawiSafi fund, securing $90 million in approved capital, which includes $40 million in committed…

23 Sep 2025 - Kenyan e-mobility startup Arc Ride has secured $10 million in debt financing from Mirova, a Paris-based sustainable investment manager, to expand its…

23 Sep 2025 - Mastercard is partnering with leading AI and commerce innovators, including Stripe, Google, and Ant International’s Antom, to make secure agentic…

23 Sep 2025 - Enakl, an urban mobility startup based in Morocco and France, is on a mission to address one of Africa’s most pressing challenges: providing…

23 Sep 2025 - Efforts to make smartphones more affordable for a larger number of Africans while ensuring profitability for sellers are ongoing. In fact, this week…

23 Sep 2025 - Safaricom has introduced the most significant enhancement to its M-PESA platform since 2015, unveiling Fintech 2.0, a next-generation core system…

22 Sep 2025 -    Remedial Health, a health technology company offering inventory, software, data, and financing solutions to healthcare providers across…

22 Sep 2025 - Buying a second-hand car in South Africa can be a daunting task, but with the right platforms, it’s easy to find reliable vehicles at competitive…

22 Sep 2025 - African vehicle-financing startup Moove, is seeking new capital at a valuation exceeding $2 billion, potentially positioning it as one of the largest…

22 Sep 2025 - Daniel Yu, the founder of the pan-African B2B eCommerce company Wasoko, has stepped down as CEO after 11 years. His departure marks a significant…

22 Sep 2025 - The global freelance economy is valued at approximately $400 billion in 2024, with estimates ranging from $450 billion to $550 billion, as the gig…

19 Sep 2025 - Tanzanian agritech startup MazaoHub has successfully secured an oversubscribed $2 million in a pre-seed funding round to expand its hybrid model,…

19 Sep 2025 - According to Oui Capital’s most recent market report (https://apo-opa.co/4mmabvW), Africa’s cross-border remittance market is expected to triple in…

19 Sep 2025 - South African digital identity platform Contactable has secured USD 13.5 million in funding to enhance its onboarding and eKYC solutions across…

19 Sep 2025 - Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming trade in Africa by curbing illicit financial flows, fostering growth, and creating new market…

18 Sep 2025 - Uber Safari, a new product category offering tailored safari experiences, has been introduced at Nairobi National Park following a successful trial…

18 Sep 2025 - Seven South African startups have been chosen for the Grindstone | E Squared Programme, a growth initiative focused on founders that aims to…

18 Sep 2025 - The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has announced the revocation of broadcasting licenses for at least 42 television stations across the…

18 Sep 2025 - The tech giant Google has announced plans to establish four new subsea cable hubs across various African corridors to enhance Internet connectivity.…

18 Sep 2025 - Six African startups have been awarded $400,000 through the 2025 FINCA Ventures Prize, a rare opportunity for early-stage funding at a time when…

17 Sep 2025 - With just seven days remaining, African mobility companies have one last chance to participate in Africa’s first comprehensive mobility ranking…

17 Sep 2025 - PayU Kenya Ltd., the local subsidiary of the Dutch-owned global payments company PayU, has entered liquidation just six years after its high-profile…

17 Sep 2025 - EdVentures, the corporate venture arm of Nahdet Misr Group, has made a strategic equity investment in LRNOVA  through its EdTech Venture Studio…

17 Sep 2025 - According to global startup data, only around 10% of new ventures succeed. The main reason isn’t always money—it’s people. Teams are stretched thin,…

17 Sep 2025 - Morocco is making history with a groundbreaking USD 5.6 billion investment from China to establish Africa’s first battery gigafactory. Led by the…

16 Sep 2025 - Bold African innovators demonstrate the continent’s growing entrepreneurial prowess at prestigious investor showcase Africa’s brightest…

16 Sep 2025 -   Egyptian AI startup Intella has secured $12.5 million in an oversubscribed Series A funding round, cementing the country’s position as a…

16 Sep 2025 - Google’s $37 million investment in African artificial intelligence represents a significant recognition of the continent’s growing technological…

16 Sep 2025 - South African fintech innovator Float has raised R46 million ($2.6 million) in a funding round that underscores Africa’s growing dominance in the…

15 Sep 2025 - The Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications has announced significant progress in enhancing communication services across the State of Masila. These…

15 Sep 2025 - I&M Bank Tanzania has entered into a strategic partnership with Pesapal Tanzania, a licensed payment service provider and digital solutions…

15 Sep 2025 - The Cortex Hub has unveiled the launch of the MCP Hackathon Africa 2025, an expansive, continent-wide initiative aimed at embedding African languages…

15 Sep 2025 - Kredete, a financial platform that empowers African immigrants to build credit while sending money back home, has secured $22M in a Series A funding…

15 Sep 2025 - Odyssey Energy Solutions, a digital platform dedicated to renewable energy project development, has secured a $7.5 million funding facility from…

13 Sep 2025 - Egypt has positioned itself at the forefront of African educational innovation by securing a strategic $15 million partnership with South Korea,…

10 Sep 2025 -   Flutterwave, Africa’s leading technology company, is pleased to announce its partnership with Clear Junction, a trusted provider of payment…

10 Sep 2025 - Explore how mobile money platforms enhance e-commerce security with encryption, authentication, and fraud detection measures. The post Mobile Money…

10 Sep 2025 - Explore how mobile microfinance is transforming financial access in Africa, empowering communities and fostering economic growth through innovative…

10 Sep 2025 - Explore how mobile money is revolutionizing e-commerce in Africa, driving economic growth and enhancing financial access for millions. The post…

9 Sep 2025 - Morocco-based Justyol has secured a $1 million funding and financing package to scale its cross-border e-commerce operations. The deal includes $400,…

9 Sep 2025 - South Africa’s The Invigilator has raised R195 million, about $11 million, to take its AI-based remote proctoring software into North America, Europe…

9 Sep 2025 - The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) announced last week that it has partnered with Visa to develop marketing campaigns, facilitate payment accessibility,…

8 Sep 2025 - Explore how corporate partnerships are transforming African startups by offering mentorship, market access, and essential resources for growth. The…

8 Sep 2025 - Learn the essential steps and requirements for obtaining a Mobile Money Operator license in Nigeria, including compliance and penalties. The post…

8 Sep 2025 - After July’s fundraising frenzy, August proved a more subdued month for Africa’s startup ecosystem. The continent’s entrepreneurs secured $93m across…

8 Sep 2025 - Nigeria is not known for understatement. The country’s latest tech jamboree, GITEX NIGERIA, concluded in Lagos on September 4th with officials…

8 Sep 2025 - In a groundbreaking move for digital finance in Africa, Luno, a UK-based cryptocurrency platform operating in four African countries, launched…