17 April 2025
- Egyptian quick-commerce (q-commerce) startup Rabbit has announced a new round of funding to fuel its expansion into the Saudi Arabian market, signaling a major step forward in its regional growth strategy. The undisclosed investment, led by existing…
17 April 2025
- PayTic, a fast-growing Moroccan fintech startup specializing in card management and payment automation solutions, has announced a $4 million funding round aimed at accelerating its growth across Africa and the Middle East. The round was led by Pan-…
17 April 2025
- Umba, the Kenyan digital banking platform, has announced it has secured $5 million in debt financing to support its expansion plans and boost lending operations across Africa. The funding, provided by a consortium of global impact investors and…
17 April 2025
- In a major regional fintech development, Abu Dhabi-based financial services firm Maseera has announced the acquisition of Egyptian fintech startup ADVA, marking a strategic move to strengthen its footprint in North Africa’s fast-growing digital…
17 April 2025
- Djamo, a fast-growing fintech startup from Côte d’Ivoire, has announced it has raised $17 million in fresh funding to expand its digital banking services across Francophone Africa. The funding round was led by Partech Africa, with strong participation…
17 April 2025
- Arnergy, a leading Nigerian provider of distributed renewable energy solutions, has announced the close of an $18 million funding round to accelerate the deployment of its solar energy systems across Africa. The round was led by All On, an off-grid…
17 April 2025
- Village Capital, a leading global supporter of impact-driven startups, has announced the launch of the second edition of its Greentech Africa Accelerator Program, aimed at empowering early-stage startups developing solutions to combat climate change…
17 April 2025
- InfiniLink, an Egyptian semiconductor startup specializing in next-generation chip design and connectivity solutions, has raised $10 million in a seed funding round to accelerate product development and expand into international markets. The round was…
17 April 2025
- OPPO has launched its Easter sale offers by offering exclusive discounts on some of its devices in partnership with LOOP, including the recently announced A5 Pro, A38, Reno11 F, and Reno12 F. The OPPO Kenya Easter sale will run from today to the 26th…
17 April 2025
- The Secret of Us and Tortured Poets Department have been on repeat these past few weeks, and my companion has been the Tozo Crystal Pods, the latest true wireless stereo earbuds that have been making waves in the country. Tozo already makes incredible…
16 April 2025
- Dambe is a traditional boxing style that originated in northern Nigeria. The sport draws inspiration from spear and shield warfare.
16 April 2025
- The convergence of Internet of Things [IoT] and automation is reshaping industries, and Epson is at the forefront of this transformation in Business Imaging [BI]. By integrating advanced IoT solutions and intelligent automation, Epson is enhancing…
16 April 2025
- This Easter season, HMD, the makers of Nokia phones, is giving you the perfect reason to upgrade your smartphone. For a limited time only, customers in Kenya can pre-order the all-new HMD Skyline and enjoy massive savings on this premium device from…
16 April 2025
- Human Mobile Devices (HMD), the makers of Nokia phones, has officially rolled out the HMD Arc and HMD 130 Music (also known as Frodo) smartphones in Kenya. According to HMD, the phones have been designed with the Kenyan consumer in mind, offering…
16 April 2025
- Dr. James Mwangi, Managing Director and CEO of Equity Group Holdings, has been conferred the Freedom of the City of London, one of the world’s oldest and most respected civic honours. The award celebrates Dr. Mwangi’s decades-long commitment to…
16 April 2025
- Tether, the world’s largest stablecoin issuer, and Nuzo, Africa’s leading local currency stablecoin platform, have announced a partnership to enable one million African small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to access blockchain-based financial…
16 April 2025
- BNI Kenya, part of the world’s largest business networking organization, BNI, will be hosting a dynamic business growth conference headlined by renowned international coach, consultant, and trainer Phil Berg. The event will be held under the theme: “…
16 April 2025
- Jumia, the African e-commerce platform, has transformed how people shop on the continent and created job opportunities for many at the same time. Founded in Nigeria in 2012, Jumia has over the years expanded its footprint to North Africa, East Africa…
16 April 2025
- vivo has officially launched the vivo V50 smartphone in Kenya. The phone succeeds the vivo V40 (Review), which was launched last year. vivo is describing the V50 as its most advanced portrait flagship smartphone to date. Just as its predecessors, the…
15 April 2025
- After spending ten years traveling across developing countries in both Asia and Africa, Axel Peyriere, the CEO of Auto24—a used car marketplace—began investing in African startups as an angel investor in 2011. In the fourteen years since he started…
15 April 2025
- Glynn Capital, Flourish Ventures, and Norrsken22 participated in the round, joining existing investors Ribbit Capital, PayPal Ventures, The Raba Partnership, and Firstminute Capital. Stitch made its public debut in February 2021 and has since raised a…
15 April 2025
- The National Communications Authority (NCA) of Somalia has officially approved Starlink’s operational license, allowing the company to commence services in the country. This announcement was made during an official ceremony held in Mogadishu, which…
15 April 2025
- Zimbabwe’s telecommunications regulator, the Post and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ), is advocating for a new law that would mandate the registration of every mobile phone in the country—not just SIM cards. The aim is to…
15 April 2025
- PayPal, a global leader in digital payments and commerce, has announced a strategic collaboration with TerraPay, a worldwide money movement company, to facilitate real-time fund transfers for PayPal users across the Middle East and Africa. This…
15 April 2025
- Equinix, a leading global data center provider and the company behind the acquisition of Nigeria’s MainOne, has announced plans to invest $140 million in expanding digital infrastructure across southern Nigeria over the next two years. According to a…
15 April 2025
- South Africa boasts a highly diverse economy, supported by a well-educated workforce and a strong culture of entrepreneurship. Its dynamic market, economic variety, global connectivity, and favorable legal environment contribute to its growing appeal…
15 April 2025
- Founder of African Warriors Fighting Championship wants to transform a traditional Nigerian boxing style into a global business.
15 April 2025
- Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) is back for its 7th edition, with applications open for the 2025 competition.
15 April 2025
- As escalating U.S. tariffs on technology imports send shockwaves through global supply chains, South Africa’s IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) and refurbished IT sectors are emerging as strategic lifelines for cost-conscious enterprises. With new hardware…
15 April 2025
- Explore how women leaders in Africa are transforming the tech landscape by driving inclusive policies and overcoming unique challenges.
The post Impact of Women Leaders on African Tech Ecosystem appeared first on Tech In Africa.
14 April 2025
- Mobile money is revolutionizing e-commerce by enhancing payment speed, security, and accessibility for businesses and consumers alike.
The post How Mobile Money Boosts E-Commerce Growth appeared first on Tech In Africa.
14 April 2025
- Ten young innovators from Tanzania, Nigeria, Malawi, Sierra Leone, and Kenya were celebrated as winners of the 4th ATU Africa Innovation Challenge. The challenge is a competition spotlighting AI-driven solutions to Africa’s most pressing challenges.…
14 April 2025
- Africa stands at a critical crossroads: while the continent is rich in renewable energy potential, millions still live without reliable electricity. According to the International Energy Agency, about 600 million people in Africa lack access to power…
13 April 2025
- Mobile money is revolutionizing African marketplaces, enhancing financial inclusion and simplifying e-commerce transactions across the continent.
The post Future of Mobile Money in African Marketplaces appeared first on Tech In Africa.
12 April 2025
- Explore how African countries are leveraging public-private partnerships to enhance rural internet access and empower local communities.
The post Top 7 African Countries Using Partnerships for Rural Internet appeared first on Tech In Africa.
11 April 2025
- Explore how innovative African startups are leveraging AI and real-time monitoring to combat payment fraud and enhance digital transaction security.
The post Top 6 African Startups Fighting Payment Fraud appeared first on Tech In Africa.
11 April 2025
- For a long time, there has been no competition for Google when it came to holding the hegemony in the search engine market, but it appears that times are changing in the searchscape, as data have now begun to show declining figures in terms of Google’…
11 April 2025
- The China TikTok deal block is among the most consequential acts of the ongoing U.S.-China trade war. In view of the collapse of ByteDance’s sale of TikTok’s U.S. operations to American investors, many questions about the real motives behind China’s…
11 April 2025
- In a historic moment for international crypto regulation, U.S. President Donald Trump has just signed off on a resolution to repeal an IRS rule targeting decentralized finance (DeFi). At the same time, Kenya is heading in the opposite direction with…
11 April 2025
- In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we sit down with Vinod Goel, East Africa Regional CEO of Jumia, Africa’s leading e-commerce platform, to explore the current landscape of online retail across the continent. From rising mobile money…
11 April 2025
- The Google layoffs in 2025 are shaking the entire tech industry. The tech giant’s restructuring saw hundreds of jobs cut in Platforms and Devices, including important teams behind Pixel, Android, and Chrome. With this decision, questions arise about…
11 April 2025
- The 2nd edition of the Ai Kenya Breakfast Summit is set to take place on May 15, 2025, at Mövenpick Hotel, Nairobi. The summit will be hosted by Ai Kenya, an IT consultancy firm focusing on AI Adoption and growth in the country. It is part of a…
11 April 2025
- April is here and so is the Easter season, which brings the excitement of celebration, gift-giving and making travel arrangements. So whether you are preparing for an elaborate easter brunch, trying to find the perfect gifts or planning a quick…
10 April 2025
- Generative AI is changing creativity-posing fundamental questions about copyright infringement. The latest trend for many is the Ghibli-style artwork created by artists using AI, quite recently sparking controversy over whether or not it represents an…
10 April 2025
- The strategy for Instagram in 2025 hints at several important transformations concerning how creators can maximize their reach, visibility, and potential participation. With the increasing focus on AI recommendations and the changing dynamics of the…
10 April 2025
- Property owners, Consultants and Contractors in Kenya now have access to futuristic air-conditioning and water heating solutions following the introduction into the market of state-of-the-art chillers, Air-to-Water Heat Pumps (AWHP) and heat pump…
10 April 2025
- Fixo Solutions, a Kenyan tech company, has launched a mobile-based hailing platform for handymen (Fundis). Dubbed “Fixo!”, the company says the platform is set to transform how customers access the services of skilled fundis for routine and…
10 April 2025
- As Kenya’s digital landscape keeps growing, the demand for quality and high-speed internet keeps rising. The latest Kenya internet speed comparison by the nPerf Barometer Report (April 2024 – March 2025) offers valuable data on how well Kenya’s…
10 April 2025
- The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) is now fully operational, enforcing privacy and data protection compliance in Zambia. Zambia’s data protection legislation, the Data Protection Act 2021 (DPA), came into force in April 2021. Two…
10 April 2025
- Ajua, Africa’s leading customer experience (CX) intelligence platform, on Thursday announced the appointment of Claire Munene as its new Chief Experience Officer (CXO). Claire rejoins Ajua from Telkom Kenya, where she served as Director of Customer…
