17 November 2023
- Local financial companies are capitalising on the opportunities left by international lenders exiting Africa, yet continue to struggle with the gap between perceived and actual risks in the market.
17 November 2023
- Neighbourgood, a co-living and working company, has officially acquired South Africa’s LocalKnowledge. This acquisition marks the beginning of a new chapter for LocalKnowledge, as the team embarks on creating the “Neighbourgood Experience Vertical…
17 November 2023
- Delta Scan's drone-based inspection tech secures victory, advancing to global stage in San Francisco finale.
17 November 2023
- Digital payments service provider, SasaPay, has been honored as Africa’s Best Emerging Digital Payment Provider of the Year at the...
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17 November 2023
- Partnership signifies Gugulethu Colliery's leap into mining innovation with 5G technology, enhancing safety and efficiency.
17 November 2023
- Experienced telecom and fintech leader Patrick Attoungbre appointed CEO, set to shape MTN Fintech in Côte d’Ivoire.
17 November 2023
- Davis & Shirtliff and Huawei Technologies have entered into a partnership to increase the availability of affordable high-end solar and...
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17 November 2023
- Smart devices and cloud apps make it easy to run your startup or small business wherever you are. Whether you need a customer relationship management system, a project management tool, e-commerce and payments solutions, or tools to create stunning…
17 November 2023
- The term “AI” has been used in computer science since the 1950s, but most people outside the industry didn’t start...
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17 November 2023
- The five selected for the Irish Tech Challenge South Africa 2023 have been revealed. Now in its second successful year, the challenge seeks to to forge mutually beneficial partnerships between South African entrepreneurs and Irish technology…
17 November 2023
- Passwords serve as the keys to your online accounts, safeguarding personal information from hackers. Crafting and recalling strong passwords can be challenging, especially with multiple accounts. Here are 5 tips for creating and securing a robust…
17 November 2023
- e& excels in investor relations with an innovative and transparent digital annual report, winning MEIRA's top honor.
17 November 2023
- stc group's subsidiaries showcase digital solutions, emphasizing cybersecurity and customer experience enhancement at Gartner IT Symposium/XPO.
17 November 2023
- e& collaborates with Global Media Congress to showcase digital innovations, emphasizing technological progress in media.
17 November 2023
- Evolution Platform integrates VMware SD-WAN for resilient, secure, and flexible network infrastructure with enhanced performance.
17 November 2023
- AFEX, a commodities platform based in Nigeria, has successfully secured a $26.5 million investment from British International Investment (BII), which is the UK’s development finance institution and an impact investor. Operating as a commercial…
17 November 2023
- Vodacom's initiatives span land, sky, and sea, aiming to bridge the digital divide and foster connectivity.
17 November 2023
- Inclusivity Solutions, an innovative insurtech company based in South Africa, has recently achieved a significant milestone by raising an additional US$1.5 million in its Series A funding. This extension round, crucial for their ambition to expand…
17 November 2023
- Norrsken22, headquartered in Kigali, has successfully secured US$205 million, surpassing its initial target of US$200 million, for its inaugural African tech growth fund. Niklas Adalberth, one of the co-founders of the renowned Swedish fintech…
17 November 2023
- MNT-Halan, Egypt’s first unicorn, and a rapidly expanding fintech firm, announced the completion of five securitised bond issuances in 2023, executed by its consumer finance and microfinance subsidiaries. This recent funding round, led by CI…
17 November 2023
- Paystack, a payments firm that was acquired by Stripe back in 2020 for US$200 million , has revealed that it is scaling back its operations outside Africa. The company had sort to hire talent globally and even set up an engineering hub in Dubai.…
17 November 2023
- MediaTek, a global fabless semiconductor company powering nearly 2 billion connected devices annually, has partnered with Digit to offer affordable 4G smartphones to Vodacom customers. The collaboration aims to make modern 4G/LTE smartphones…
17 November 2023
- Novastar Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on Africa, has successfully secured $80 million from SBI Holdings, a Japanese firm. This collaboration aims to attract investments from Japanese institutional investors, matching the funds raised…
17 November 2023
- Alibaba Group Holdings (9988.HK) finds itself at the centre of attention as Chinese billionaire Jack Ma’s family trust is set to offload 10 million American Depository Shares. The shares are valued at approximately $871 million. Scheduled for…
17 November 2023
- inDrive has launched a new venture and merger and acquisition arm, New Ventures Investments, with a dedicated fund of up to $100 million to invest in promising startups.
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16 November 2023
- It appears that Apple is finally giving in and will be introducing support for RCS (Rich Communication Services) for the iPhone. This has come as a surprise as the tech giant previously showed no intent to adopt the RCS messaging standard used by…
16 November 2023
- Here are the five most important stories we are tracking today — Thursday, November 16, 2023.Jumia reports lowest losses since its IPOIn the third quarter of 2023, Jumia witnessed a significant financial upswing, reporting its lowest adjusted…
16 November 2023
- Kenya| Introducing the V29 5G smartphone, vivo, a renowned technology brand, has unveiled its latest addition to the flagship V Series. Available in Kenya, V29 5G continues the V Series legacy, disrupting innovation, modern design, and cutting-edge…
16 November 2023
- Investing in technology stocks can be a great way to see strong returns, especially for beginners looking to grow their portfolios. The tech industry is constantly evolving and expanding, providing investors with opportunities in established giants…
16 November 2023
- Today marks the one-year celebration anniversary of the launch of NASA’s successful Artemis I mission which was launched to the moon on November 16, 2022. Artemis I was the first in a series of missions that will see the space agency send humans to…
16 November 2023
- Vivo V29 5G was announced early this week and is the company’s latest mid-range smartphone in the country. We finally have it and here’s our initial review to give you an idea of what to expect. Vivo usually releases two midrange smartphones in the…
16 November 2023
- Vivo V29 5G was announced early this week and is the company’s latest mid-range smartphone in the country. We finally have it and here’s our initial review to give you an idea of what to expect. Vivo usually releases two midrange smartphones in the…
16 November 2023
- MTN’s Fintech business is delighted to announce the appointment of Patrick Attoungbre as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Fintech Côte d’Ivoire, effective November 2023. In this capacity, Patrick will spearhead MTN’s Fintech business in Côte d’…
16 November 2023
- Technology in the classroom is inevitable. Our modern world relies on technology, and people should be literate and capable of digital technologies. At the same time, many of us are actively adopting technology because it is so beneficial. The…
16 November 2023
- Africa’s biggest names in technology will be coming together in the Kenyan coastal town of Diani at the 15th annual CIO100 Symposium and Awards happening later next week from November 22nd to 24th. The CIO100 Symposium and Awards is organized by dx…
16 November 2023
- The month of sales, otherwise known as Black Friday, has arrived and consumers are being enticed to spend their hard-earned cash. But this is a year that we need to be more cautious about our spending, especially in light of inflation and the high…
16 November 2023
- “We’re changing our operating model to prioritise locating team members within the markets we serve, to localise costs and get closer to customers," Paystack's CEO Shola Akinlade said.
16 November 2023
- Eaton has unveiled its latest innovation, the Gigabit Network Card (Network-M3), combining enhanced features with innovative cybersecurity elements. The Network-M3 card offers web-based monitoring and alerts, transforming IT power system oversight…
16 November 2023
- This year SA Van Conversions will be exhibiting at the 8th annual Healthcare Innovation Summit Africa 2023. The panel van conversions company, that prides itself as a trailblazer in the industry has worked on a number of projects in converting vans…
16 November 2023
- Global Technology Company Epson, today unveiled a study that indicates technology is a key component in the fight against climate...
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16 November 2023
- The Beatles were revived once again through the release of a new song, produced by AI. Artificial intelligence was able to recreate an old song, by combining parts of an old recording while also improving its audio quality. While this sounds…
16 November 2023
- If you're looking to enhance your Android phone's notification experience, setting up LED notifications can be a great way to add a visual flair to incoming alerts. LED notifications, also known as flash notifications let you use the device's LED…
16 November 2023
- There are several ways to send large files over the Internet. You can use cloud storage services like Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive and share the link with the recipient. You can also use file transfer services like WeTransfer, TransferNow,…
16 November 2023
- Latin America's smartphone shipments rebounded with a 10.9% YoY increase in Q3 2023, ending four consecutive quarters of decline, per Counterpoint Research. The growth, up by 8.7% QoQ, was fueled by early holiday season shipments and increased…
16 November 2023
- In a recent endeavor to enhance global collaborations, AfriLabs, the leading innovation-focused organization in Africa, embarked on a diplomatic mission. The delegation paid a courtesy visit to the Deputy Speaker of the Nigerian House of…
16 November 2023
- Female founders are imagining a world without investors.
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16 November 2023
- Kenya’s payments firm Cellulant, which operates across 19 African markets, has taken its business to the Egyptian market.
16 November 2023
- Kaspersky inaugurates Transparency Center in Kigali, Rwanda, reinforcing its commitment to cybersecurity openness and education.
16 November 2023
- In the vibrant landscape of Nigerian e-commerce, a plethora of platforms has emerged, offering unique and diverse shopping experiences for consumers across the nation. From fashion-forward marketplaces to tech-centric hubs, these 10 unique e-…
16 November 2023
- Getting ready for Christmas can be chaotic, especially without a plan. With black Friday around the corner, shoppers can easy the pressure by planning in advance and making a list of christmas gifts to buy in advance. Planning is paramount, and…