- Ilorin is set to become Nigeria’s next big innovation hub as it hosts the Ilorin Innovation Challenge & Hackathon 2025, a national tech competition aimed at unearthing and accelerating homegrown solutions to pressing social and economic challenges. The event, organized in collaboration with…
- In a bold stride toward financial modernization and sovereignty, the Bank of Tanzania (BoT) has officially launched its Integrated Core Banking System (iCBS), a landmark move set to transform the country’s banking operations and regulatory oversight. The new iCBS platform will serve as the…
- Microsoft has reached a significant milestone, becoming the second publicly traded company to surpass a $4 trillion market capitalization. This achievement follows Nvidia, which reached the same valuation earlier this year. The surge in Microsoft’s stock price was driven by its strong earnings…
- South Africa’s Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment has granted environmental authorization for Eskom to proceed with a 4 GW nuclear power plant at Duynefontein, in the Western Cape, a major milestone in the nation’s long-term energy strategy. The decision marks a pivotal turn…
- Apple is preparing to launch its highly anticipated iPhone 17 series in early September 2025, marking a significant redesign in the iPhone lineup. The new series is expected to include four models: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. The official unveiling is anticipated…
- Dubai has taken another bold step toward becoming the world’s most connected city with the launch of an AI-powered city portal and Fellou, a homegrown AI-powered web browser designed to deliver both smarter services and a privacy-first online experience. The AI City Portal will serve as a one-stop…
- The Africa Tech Festival is scheduled to take place from November 10 to 13, 2025, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). This premier event will bring together over 15,000 technology leaders, policymakers, investors, startups, and visionaries to explore the latest trends and…
- OpenAI has officially rolled out GPT-5, the latest iteration of its flagship AI model, describing it as a leap toward “PhD-level intelligence.” The company says the model delivers more advanced reasoning, broader knowledge coverage, and sharper contextual understanding compared to its predecessors…
- Fadi Ghandour stands out as one of the most impactful entrepreneurs and ecosystem builders in the Middle East and North Africa. His journey spans globe-defining achievements in logistics, vibrant startup support networks, and social innovation. From Aramex to Global Odyssey In 1982, Ghandour co-…
- The 2025 TICON Africa Conference is scheduled to take place from August 20 to 22 at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, Ghana. This year’s event is co-hosted by the Institute of ICT Professionals Ghana (IIPGH) and the Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana (CIMG), marking a significant collaboration…
- Web Summit, one of the world’s largest technology conferences, is set to take place from November 10 to 13, 2025, in Lisbon, Portugal. The event will be held at the MEO Arena and the Lisbon Exhibition & Congress Centre (FIL), bringing together over 70,000 attendees from more than 160 countries…
- In recent years, the partnership between China and Africa has grown beyond traditional trade and infrastructure projects to embrace a dynamic new frontier: technology. China-Africa tech collaboration is rapidly emerging as a catalyst for innovation and investment, reshaping Africa’s digital…
- Samsung recently introduced its latest lineup of devices at the Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event, highlighting advancements in foldable smartphones, wearables, and AI technology. Galaxy Z Fold 7 The Galaxy Z Fold 7 features a 200MP main camera, enhanced night photography capabilities, and AI-driven…
- Fake apps are becoming more common across app stores, targeting unsuspecting users with malware, scams, and privacy risks. While Google and Apple work hard to keep their platforms safe, fake apps still slip through the cracks. Here’s how you can spot and avoid them before they do damage. 1. Check…
- Farida Bedwei is a remarkable tech entrepreneur and software engineer from Ghana who has made a significant impact on Africa’s fintech landscape. As the co-founder of Logiciel, a company that develops banking software tailored for microfinance institutions and banks across Africa, Farida has helped…
- In a major boost for Africa’s digital future, WeThinkCode, the South African-based tuition-free coding academy, has announced a $2 million grant from Google.org aimed at training 12,000 young learners in cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) skills over the next three years. The funding will…
- Konza Technopolis, Kenya’s flagship smart city project, is witnessing a surge in collaborations with South Korean firms, marking a significant milestone in its development. In June 2024, Kenya and South Korea formalized a financing agreement worth $284.1 million for the establishment of a state-of-…
- Former Copia Global executives have launched Stahili, a new e-commerce platform in Kenya. The platform offers cashback, discounts, and mobile data rewards for user engagement. It was registered in June 2024, shortly after Copia entered administration. Stahili is wholly owned by Copia Holding…
- Gather Ventures, an impact investment firm founded by Kenyan-born Jo Opot, has launched a climate-focused investment fund aimed at supporting women-led startups across Africa. The initiative is financially supported by Rihanna’s Clara Lionel Foundation. The fund, known as the Gather Impact Fund,…
- African startups collectively secured $1.35 billion in funding during the first half of 2025, a 78% increase from the $800 million raised in the same period in 2024, according to data from Africa: The Big Deal. This surge indicates a rebound in investor confidence across the continent’s startup…
- South African fintech startup Paymenow has secured a ZAR400 million (approximately US$22.5 million) working capital facility from Standard Bank to expand its earned wage access services across Africa. Founded in 2019 by Deon Nobrega and former rugby World Cup winner Bryan Habana, Paymenow enables…
- Safaricom and PayPal have announced a strategic collaboration to enable seamless fund transfers between M-PESA and PayPal accounts. This partnership aims to empower over 35 million M-PESA customers and two million businesses and micro traders in Kenya to access PayPal’s global network. By linking…
- Stanbic Bank Kenya has announced its intention to raise US$100 million to support startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in East Africa. The funds will be channeled through the bank’s Catalytic Fund, which aims to provide financial solutions to businesses that are often underserved…
- Noma Security, an Israeli cybersecurity startup specializing in safeguarding enterprise data and AI models against autonomous AI agents, has secured $100 million in a Series B funding round. This investment brings the company’s total funding to $132 million. The Series B round was led by U.S.-based…
- Western Union, Zoona Transactions Zambia Limited and Chipper Cash have joined forces to launch international money transfer services within the Chipper Cash mobile app. This co-branded offering enables people in Zambia to send and receive funds globally, tapping into a network that spans over 200…
- Venture capital firm HAVAÍC has reached a second close of $25 million for its African Innovation Fund 3, bringing the fund to mid-way toward its $50 million target. The fund, launched in August 2024, is designed to back early-stage, post-revenue technology startups founded in Africa with global…
- Sun King, a leading provider of off-grid solar energy solutions, has successfully closed a $156 million (KES 20.1 billion) securitization deal to scale affordable solar access across Kenya. This landmark transaction is the largest of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa outside South Africa and is…
- The Dubai Land Department (DLD), in partnership with Second Century Ventures and REACH, has officially opened applications for the inaugural REACH Middle East accelerator cohort. Shaped as an eight-month intensive programme, REACH Middle East is designed to support up to ten startups working across…
- Journify, an AI‑powered marketing infrastructure startup, announced a new strategic investment round of undisclosed size led by regional investors including Shorooq Partners, Bunat Ventures and Plug and Play. The funding doubles the company’s valuation and accelerates expansion across the Gulf…
- Saudi Arabia emerged as the most funded startup market in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) during the first half of 2025, securing US$1.34 billion about 64 percent of the region’s total startup capital — according to data from MAGNiTT and industry reports. Total funding across MENA reached…
- SanuPay and OpenWay have partnered to roll out Ethiopia’s first locally issued credit card, a significant step toward modernising the country’s financial system. The new card platform operates on OpenWay’s Way4 software, enabling end‑to‑end functionality for issuing, acquiring, switching and…
- Flend, Egypt’s first fully digital SME lending platform regulated by the Financial Regulatory Authority, has closed a $3 million seed funding round, structured as a blend of equity and debt financing. The equity portion was led by Egypt Ventures, joined by Camel Ventures, Sukna Ventures, Plus VC,…
- Google today unveiled a US $37 million investment package to accelerate artificial intelligence research, education, infrastructure, and entrepreneurship across Africa. At the centre of the rollout is a newly opened AI Community Centre in Accra. The facility will serve as a regional hub for…
- In a strategic move to deepen its commitment to Africa’s digital economy, Visa has officially launched its first-ever data centre on the continent. Located in Johannesburg, South Africa, the facility is expected to enhance payment reliability, reduce latency, and support real-time transactions…
- Visa has officially launched applications for the fifth cohort of its Africa Fintech Accelerator, a high-impact three-month programme designed to support early-stage fintech startups across the continent. This initiative offers mentorship, tailored training, access to Visa’s technology tools, and…
- ORA Technologies, a Moroccan super‑app founded in 2023 by entrepreneur Omar Alami, has closed a US $7.5 million Series A investment round. The funding was led by Azur Innovation Fund and backed by three additional strategic local investors. Since its inception, ORA has now secured a total of US $…
- Rwazi, an African-founded AI market intelligence startup, has secured $12 million in Series A funding to enhance its real-time consumer insights platform. The investment will support the development of Rwazi’s simulation engine and AI-powered decision copilot, enabling businesses to make data-…
- Orange Money, in partnership with African fintech platform JUMO, has officially launched a small loans service in Zambia, aiming to expand access to financial services for underserved and unbanked populations. The new service allows Orange Money users in Zambia to apply for small loans directly…
- French energy company Engie has fully commissioned the 650 megawatt Red Sea Wind Energy project on Egypt’s Red Sea coast, establishing the largest operational wind farm in both Africa and the Middle East. Commissioning was completed in June, four months ahead of the original schedule, delivering…
- Meta Platforms Inc. has acquired PlayAI, a California-based voice AI company founded by Egyptian engineers Mahmoud Felfel and Hammad Syed. The acquisition aims to enhance Meta’s capabilities in generative AI, particularly in developing natural and expressive voice interfaces. PlayAI is recognized…
- Technology startups in the United Arab Emirates raised a total of US $1.0 billion during the first half of 2025, marking a 133 percent increase over the US $438 million raised in the second half of 2024. The surge was driven by a rebound in late-stage funding, which surged to US $817 million, an…
- The Bank of Ghana has issued a directive mandating that all virtual asset service providers operating in or serving residents of Ghana must register with the central bank by August 15, 2025. This requirement applies to both local firms and foreign platforms, whether they maintain a physical…
- The Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), in collaboration with deep-tech firm Interstellar, has unveiled the PAPSS African Currency Marketplace (PACM). This initiative, announced during the 2025 Afreximbank Annual Meeting in Abuja, aims to address Africa’s longstanding challenge of…
- The government of Ghana officially launched its long-anticipated 24-hour economy policy on July 2, with the aim of boosting productivity, reducing unemployment, and transforming key sectors such as manufacturing, agriculture, logistics, and retail into round-the-clock systems. Officials outlined a…
- Africa’s technology landscape is rapidly evolving, fueled by a dynamic mix of local startups, government initiatives, and increasingly, the strategic presence of global tech giants. International companies like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Facebook (Meta) are investing heavily across the…
- In today’s fast-paced business environment, innovation is no longer optional—it’s a survival imperative. Major companies across industries are actively cultivating cultures of disruption to stay ahead of market shifts, meet evolving customer expectations, and harness emerging technologies. Rather…
- In an era where digital tools are reshaping geopolitics, Africa is increasingly turning to tech diplomacy as a strategic lever to enhance its global standing, attract investment, and drive sustainable development. Once viewed primarily as a consumer of foreign technology, Africa is now asserting…
- Africa’s tech ecosystem is booming—and one of the most exciting areas of transformation is the media and entertainment industry. From music and film to digital storytelling and content creation, African technology is redefining narratives, democratizing access, and fueling a new generation of…
- Cameroon’s telecom regulator has issued fines totaling approximately 2.6 billion CFA francs (around US $4.6 million) to MTN Cameroon and Orange Cameroun for repeated failures in service quality and regulatory compliance. Between April and May 2024, field inspections along key transport corridors…
- Cerebrium, a South African–founded AI infrastructure startup, has raised an $8.5 million seed funding round. The round was led by Gradient Ventures, Google’s AI-focused venture capital arm. Other investors participating include Y Combinator and Authentic Ventures, signaling strong support for…
