TechAfrica News

7 Feb 2024 - Zain Bahrain's financial results show profit growth, revenue increase, and solid performance in 2023.

7 Feb 2024 - Ooredoo's financial report for 2023 shows revenue growth, increased customer base, and improved profitability.

7 Feb 2024 - Mr. Ebenezer Essoka succeeds Mr. Colin Mukete as MTN Cameroon's Board Chairman after 21 years.

7 Feb 2024 - 10x Banking, led by former Barclays CEO Antony Jenkins, partners with Old Mutual to drive financial inclusion in Africa.

7 Feb 2024 - Supreme Court dismisses Vodacom's appeal in Please Call Me case. The company is stated to seek further legal action.

6 Feb 2024 - Collaboration between Es’hailSat and Nilesat aims to optimize satellite fleets, providing advanced services regionally.

6 Feb 2024 - Blockchain Association of Kenya releases draft legislation for public review, encourages stakeholder feedback to shape final version.

6 Feb 2024 - Enea's software aids Orange Cote D'Ivorie in managing data traffic efficiently for quality service.

6 Feb 2024 - Qwikloan offers low-interest short-term loans via MTN MoMo, fostering financial inclusion and accessibility.

6 Feb 2024 - Successful tests demonstrate high-speed, low-latency internet connectivity for airlines flying across polar routes.

6 Feb 2024 - Mastercard invests in MTN Group Fintech B.V. to drive financial inclusion across Africa.

6 Feb 2024 - Eutelsat OneWeb's tech boosts internet speed on Extreme E's St. Helena, enhancing remote racing experience.

6 Feb 2024 - MultiChoice dismisses Canal+ bid, deeming R105 per share offer undervalued, signaling end of engagement.

6 Feb 2024 - The partnership offers support from renowned VCs to nurture top African founders, aiming to fill ecosystem gap.

6 Feb 2024 - UXLink introduces features for streamlined Web3 asset management, integrates wallets, and partners with Telegram and OKX.

6 Feb 2024 - e&'s strategic expansion enhances regional connectivity, accelerates digital adoption, and supports global trade with state-of-the-art infrastructure.

6 Feb 2024 - Minister Felix Mutati announces plans for 60 new/upgraded mobile towers, emphasizing rural connectivity and economic growth.

5 Feb 2024 - NuRAN Wireless reports impressive revenue growth, deploys new sites, and upgrades existing ones in Cameroon.

5 Feb 2024 - NuRAN Wireless welcomes Navi Naidoo, seasoned telecom expert, as director and strategic committee chair for advancement.

5 Feb 2024 - evision and Disney Star join forces, offering extensive content on linear channels and OTT streaming platform.

5 Feb 2024 - e& enterprise partners with IDC for the CIO Summit, focusing on AI, digitalization, and IT future.

5 Feb 2024 - ICANN introduces Grant Program, inviting applications for $10 million to support projects fostering a globally interoperable Internet.

5 Feb 2024 - Bayobab Group CEO, Frédéric Schepens, assumes pivotal role in ITW Global Leaders' Forum, contributing strategic vision.

5 Feb 2024 - MWC Barcelona 2024, hosted by GSMA, unveils Project Kuiper with Amazon, featuring keynotes, startup spotlight, and global networking.

5 Feb 2024 - Vodacom expands 4G and 5G reach in Africa, partnering with Amazon's Project Kuiper for satellite solutions.

2 Feb 2024 - NuRAN Wireless and Orange Madagascar sign 10-year NaaS agreement, deploying 500 rural sites for enhanced connectivity.

2 Feb 2024 - Canal Plus offers $1.7B for full ownership of MultiChoice, aiming to dominate the competitive pay TV sector.

2 Feb 2024 - Ethio Telecom achieves milestones with 3.1 million customers, 26.2k M-PESA Agents, and interoperability with nine banks.

2 Feb 2024 - Cell C appoints Darius Badenhorst as Chief Growth Officer, leveraging his expertise for strategic business expansion and innovation.

2 Feb 2024 - Ethio Telecom expands 5G to Harar and Haromaya, bolstering business productivity and societal services with high-speed connectivity.

2 Feb 2024 - Vodacom Group also saw its revenue rise by 26.8% to R38.9 billion, propelled by Vodafone Egypt acquisition impact.

2 Feb 2024 - $UBUNTU Token launch by Africarare marks Africa's metaverse inception, embodying 'Ubuntu' philosophy, fostering community upliftment.

2 Feb 2024 - A landmark issuance of sustainable hybrid capital notes by the African Development Bank achieves remarkable success.

2 Feb 2024 - Airtel Africa's CEO, Olusegun Ogunsanya, unveils plans for a $100M share buy-back, highlighting strong growth despite challenges.

1 Feb 2024 - Airtel Uganda honors outstanding pupils, providing secondary school kits, emphasizing the ongoing commitment to education and community.

1 Feb 2024 - Google Cloud opens Johannesburg region, accelerating Africa's tech growth, supporting startups, and strengthening digital infrastructure.

1 Feb 2024 - Carry1st secures investment from Sony Innovation Fund to drive gaming growth in Africa's burgeoning market.

1 Feb 2024 - Oracle commits to opening a cloud region in Nairobi, leveraging Kenya's digital infrastructure and supporting transformation.

1 Feb 2024 - Agility collaborates with EFE to empower underserved youth with AI training, enhancing employability and entrepreneurial opportunities.

1 Feb 2024 - Airtel and Unicef partnership aims to enhance digital education by increasing internet connectivity in Zambian schools.

1 Feb 2024 - Study emphasizes the need for $329 billion spending on education, transport, and water to achieve SDGs in South Africa.

1 Feb 2024 - Italian Prime Minister announces initiatives to enhance economic ties, create energy hub, and curb African emigration

1 Feb 2024 - Deputy Speaker emphasizes the need to amend data protection laws to encompass Artificial Intelligence advancements.

31 Jan 2024 - Strategic collaboration aims to distribute compact 400G solutions, enhancing connectivity in Africa with cost-efficient optical networking.

31 Jan 2024 - Check Point's Infinity AI Copilot, an AI-powered assistant, boosts cybersecurity teams' efficiency, automates tasks, and enhances threat response.

31 Jan 2024 - BUTEC Group enhances water management skills with the acquisition of Société des Eaux de Marseille's Moroccan businesses.

31 Jan 2024 - Libyan SMEs gain financial support as Central Bank approves legal framework for Libyan Credit Information Centre.

31 Jan 2024 - Equatorial Guinea and Ghana's signing of FEDA Establishment Agreement strengthens collaboration, supporting Afreximbank's impactful investment objectives across Africa.

31 Jan 2024 - Mastercard collaborates with Emirates NBD-Egypt to enhance digital transactions, offering secure and seamless banking experiences in Egypt.

31 Jan 2024 - Tanzania experiences a 30% increase in mobile money transactions, emphasizes broadcasting infrastructure improvement and digital connectivity.