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17 June 2024 - This new SSAI strategy has sent shockwaves through the ad blocker community, with some affected users taking subreddit to complain about the new feature.

17 June 2024 - In the buildup of the Nigerian e-Mobility Innovation Hackathon that was held on the 28th of March, 2024, Oando Clean Energy Ltd.(OCEL) has invited four out of the eight startups that participated in the Hackathon, to an exclusive pitch session and…

17 June 2024 - To decide which one is better, various metrics including units sold, market share, valuation, and revenue need to be taken into consideration.

17 June 2024 - Year-over-year growth sputtered to a mere 2.1% in Q1 2024, a stark contrast to the double-digit surges seen in recent quarters. 

17 June 2024 - Discover how Protei is shaping the future of telecommunications in Africa with flexible solutions and local empowerment strategies.

17 June 2024 - Safaricom partners with Pezesha to offer loans via M-PESA, empowering Kenyan small business owners.

17 June 2024 - Starlink launches in Sierra Leone, enhancing high-speed internet access across Africa, particularly in rural areas.

17 June 2024 - Airtel Africa has announced the successful activation of the 2Africa submarine cable system, connecting Kenya, Tanzania, and South Africa,  The 2Africa cable system is one of the largest subsea projects globally, designed to interconnect Africa, Europe…

17 June 2024 - World Bank funds $2.25 billion to aid Nigeria’s economic stabilization, revenue reforms, and poverty reduction.

17 June 2024 - Africa Data Centres has secured over $109 Million funding that will assist it expand its data centre capacity in South Africa. This was facilitated through a bespoke financing solution arranged by RMB. “This funding is... The post Africa Data Centres…

17 June 2024 - Africa Data Centres secured approximately $108.9 million in funding to expand its data centre capacity and meet the growing demand for cloud computing services in South Africa.  This funding was facilitated through a bespoke financing solution arranged…

17 June 2024 - In this article, a detailed comparison of Waze and Google Maps will enable you to understand their key similarities and differences.

17 June 2024 - The new AI-powered tools are only available to premium subscribers

17 June 2024 - Only select creators can access the new "QR Codes" option on their channels for now.

17 June 2024 - Andriy Zhylenko, CEO of PortaOne, engaged in a forward-looking discussion with TechAfrica News about the transformative strategies reshaping the telecom industry.

17 June 2024 - European Commission probes e&'s acquisition of PPF Telecom assets in multiple countries under Foreign Subsidies Regulation.

17 June 2024 - Digitel pioneers South Sudan's technological advancement with a successful 5G trial in Juba, achieving 1.2Gbps speeds.

17 June 2024 - What’s this about? Nigeria’s FIRS dropped tax evasion charges against Binance executives Tigran Gambaryan and Nadeem Anjarwalla, leaving Binance as the sole defendant amidst international scrutiny over Gambaryan’s detention. Despite the tax evasion…

17 June 2024 - We speak with Kevin Conroy, founder and CEO of Lagos-based Bature Brewery, about his journey in establishing a craft beer business in Nigeria.

17 June 2024 - TechAfrica News editorial team is bringing you the event recap of the 30th edition of Cabsat.

17 June 2024 - From comprehending legal requirements to creating a culture that prioritizes security.

17 June 2024 - What’s this about? Brass’s takeover by a group of investors led to a restructuring that resulted in layoffs for 16 furloughed employees and offered remaining staff the choice to resign or re-interview for their positions. The new management’s operating…

17 June 2024 - What’s this about? Airtel Kenya expanded its 5G network to cover 39 counties and 285 wards, with plans to increase to 1690 operational sites by the end of the year due to rising 5G users. The number of 5G network users in Kenya increased by 13.3% in…

17 June 2024 - What’s this about? MultiChoice Group experienced a 9% decline in total active subscribers for FY24, with significant drops in key markets due to currency depreciation, but managed to increase revenue organically by 3%. Showmax, MultiChoice’s streaming…

17 June 2024 - CIH Bank and Mastercard reward loyal cardholders with exclusive UEFA Champions League experiences and prizes.

17 June 2024 - Safaricom has quietly rolled out a new M-PESA app update that will allow Pochi La Biashara Customers to access loans.  Customers can do this via a new mini-app called Mkopo Wa Pochi. ‘’The Mini Program enables MSMEs with pochi wallets to borrow loans…

17 June 2024 - Standard Bank has come into a partnership with MTN to offer new mobile plans, enhancing connectivity for customers.

17 June 2024 - Doha Bank and Mastercard's partnership boosts digital payment solutions, supporting Qatar's Vision 2030 objectives.

17 June 2024 - President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the amended National Land Transport Act into law, addressing the long-standing need to accommodate and regulate ride-hailing services in South Africa. This landmark legislation paves the way for ride-hailing…

17 June 2024 - The funding supports Africa Data Centres' growth, enhancing capacity to meet rising cloud computing demand.

17 June 2024 - Airtel Kenya has made significant strides in expanding its 5G network infrastructure, now covering 39 counties and 285 wards across the nation. With over 690 operational 5G sites, the telco is capitalizing on the surging demand for 5G connectivity…

17 June 2024 - Farada Group, a Polish manufacturer of Drones is set to establish a drone manufacturing company in Kenya. Adam Cudny, Farada Group Chairman said the drone plant will be established at the  Konza Technopolis and will serve Kenya and the whole of Africa…

17 June 2024 - Esther Kimani has been named winner of Africa’s biggest engineering prize, the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation. Her early crop pest and disease detection device was selected as the winning innovation for its…

15 June 2024 - According to Woda CEO Steven Cui, they are the first local business to supply telecom towers to Safaricom Ethiopia. He emphasized that the company is committed to maintaining the highest standards of reliability and quality in its services. The telecom…

15 June 2024 - Nairobi’s Wasoko and Cairo-based rival MaxAB — two B2B e-commerce startups that facilitate retailers’ ordering of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) from suppliers via their respective apps — announced a planned “merger of equals.” Their goal was…

15 June 2024 - Across Africa, startups are emerging as innovative solutions to address the continent’s distinct challenges. From healthcare and education to transportation and agriculture, these startups are utilizing technology, entrepreneurship, and local knowledge…

15 June 2024 - Prospa, the Y Combinator-backed business banking startup, is facing complaints and social media callouts due to persistent delays in processing customer withdrawals. Four customers reported that their withdrawals have not been processed since May 2024…

15 June 2024 - Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a warning to investors about $DAVIDO, a meme coin supported and promoted by Afrobeats superstar Davido, which plummeted by 90% within 24 hours of its launch. The coin rapidly reached a $10…

15 June 2024 - Schools are undergoing a digital makeover! Technology is taking center stage, changing how students learn and how schools run. Fancy... Source

14 June 2024 - What does the "A" in AI stand for?

14 June 2024 - Kenya’s leading betting company Odibets on Friday, June 14, launched the Omoka na Euro promax where punters have an opportunity to win smartphones and motorbikes. Customers will have the opportunity to win Ksh1,000,000 million, 20 motorcycles (nduthis…

14 June 2024 - In a bid to enhance the financial well-being of Nigerians, Baobab Nigeria has introduced an innovative savings application called Jollof+. Designed to enable users to save efficiently while earning competitive interest rates, the platform caters to…

14 June 2024 - Meta has promised that the new features will be rolling out to users over the next few weeks.

14 June 2024 - The Nigerian workers will be paid their salaries and remunerations till the end of June.

14 June 2024 - Africa has a unique opportunity to influence what the future of work looks like in these early days as large language learning models (LLMs) are evolving, and the environment for applications is still new. This... The post AI and the future of work –…

14 June 2024 - The Africa Fintech Festival concluded this evening at the Enashipai Resort, Naivasha, reiterating the event’s theme, catalyzing smart regulation, green-tech... Source

14 June 2024 - These are the funding deals we tracked in the LatAm region this week – including Infleet and Yapoli.

14 June 2024 - These are the funding deals we tracked in the Asian region this week – including Purplle, Battery Smart, Ixigo, Indkal Technologies, Wrtn, Foxtale, and Ola Electric

14 June 2024 - Here are the venture funding activities we tracked in the Middle East and African region this week – including Tenderd, Fhenix, Stake, Sahl, i‘SUPPLY, and Tahdir.

14 June 2024 - The Africa Fintech Festival has sparked robust discussions on the future of fintech regulations across the continent. One of the... Source