Tech

01 April 2025 - Tunisia pioneers a new wave of digital connection for North Africa

01 April 2025 - In today’s data-driven world, organizations rely on analytics to unlock insights, improve operations, and stay ahead of the competition.

01 April 2025 - Meta bets on nostalgia with a new "Friends" tab design

01 April 2025 - The world of accounting software has seen transformative changes, with traditional systems giving way to more sophisticated solutions.

01 April 2025 - Knowing how to turn off AdBlock on your iPhone in Safari is important for accessing content that requires ads or for supporting websites you want to view

01 April 2025 - With a foothold in Africa, Jiji is ready to make its mark elsewhere, bringing convenience and innovation to a new frontier.

01 April 2025 - Craft your short-form stories with a few taps and swipes.

01 April 2025 - Digital payments firm Visa has published a new study that sheds light on consumer awareness and proactive security measures taken to safeguard digital payments.  The ninth annual Stay Secure Study 2025 surveyed 5,800 adults across 17 diverse Central…

01 April 2025 - Just months ago, Lipa Later, a Kenyan buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) fintech, was celebrating a significant $10 million debt and equity injection, aimed at supporting its ambitious expansion plans across Africa. Today, the digital consumer credit provider…

31 March 2025 - Autonomous agents are far more advanced than traditional AI models that simply provide answers to user queries.

31 March 2025 - Learn how to change default apps on your Android device and unlock a more personalized mobile experience.

31 March 2025 - Edge computing brings data processing closer to IoT devices, enabling faster decisions, lower costs, and smarter, real-time automation across industries.

31 March 2025 - Full stack development is the process of developing both the frontend and backend of applications.

31 March 2025 - With this, you can optimize your iPhone storage and not worry about clutter.

31 March 2025 - Google may have dodged a bigger fine, but India isn’t letting it off the hook for strong-arming developers.

31 March 2025 - Global ride-hailing and tech conglomerate Yango Group has announced the launch of Yango Ventures, a $20 million corporate venture fund specifically targeting early-stage startups in Africa. The company said in a statement that Yango Ventures aims to…

31 March 2025 - KCB Group has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in fintech firm Riverbank Solutions Limited.  The Group said the 75% acquisition will help it strengthen its distribution network across the region. The successful completion of the…

31 March 2025 - KCB Group has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in fintech firm Riverbank Solutions Limited.  The Group said the 75% acquisition will help it strengthen its distribution network across the region. The successful completion of the…

31 March 2025 - TikTok, the Short-form video hosting platform, has revealed that it removed more than 8 million harmful videos from its platform in Q4 2024 in sub-Saharan Africa. This is a 14.06% increase compared to the 7.5 million videos the platform removed in Q3…

31 March 2025 - Africa’s startup ecosystem is full of innovation, yet many promising ventures fail before realizing their full potential. The 2024 Startup Graveyard Report highlights that 58 percent of startups fail due to financial difficulties, 27 percent due to…

31 March 2025 - On March 20, 2025, Google unveiled its new AI-powered Gmail search feature, promising faster and more relevant email retrieval. Rather than relying on a strict chronological order, the system highlights “most relevant” messages first, potentially…

31 March 2025 - Secret security is no longer just about protecting credentials.

31 March 2025 -    Zambian AI communications startup, Caantin, aims to reduce the cost of phone calls for businesses by using AI voice agents capable of handling conversations at scale. Communication is essential for many businesses. From fintechs encouraging users…

31 March 2025 - Whether it’s a strategic move or a sign of things to come, it’s obvious Apple is being forced to give users more control over their devices.

31 March 2025 - South Africa’s telecommunications industry is one of the most developed in Africa. South Africa has always been at the forefront of adopting the latest trends in digital communications. Its domain name industry is by far the biggest in Africa and is…

31 March 2025 - Safaricom, in partnership with M-PESA Africa and Sumitomo Corporation, has announced the launch of applications for the second phase of the Spark Accelerator. This program is designed to assist early-stage startups in Kenya by offering resources,…

31 March 2025 - Choosing between ISO 27001 and NIST comes down to your business goals, industry needs, and compliance requirements.

31 March 2025 - Sumet Technologies, a Tanzanian startup dedicated to transforming the distribution of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) across Africa, has secured US$1.5 million in a pre-seed funding round. The investment, which combines equity and debt financing,…

31 March 2025 - Last year, funding for African startups surpassed $2 billion, returning to pre-pandemic levels and presenting a mixed outcome as expected. Signs indicate that 2025 will follow the cautious trends seen over the past two years. A significant drop in…

31 March 2025 - Syntura, a UK-based technology company, has expanded to Africa with the launch of the Syntura Experience Center, the region’s first AI, cybersecurity and collaboration technology hub. The company says the new hub will allow businesses to experience,…

31 March 2025 - In a landmark move, Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company, xAI, has acquired his social media platform, X (formerly known as Twitter), in an all-stock transaction valued at $33 billion. The merger positions xAI at a valuation of $80 billion,…

31 March 2025 - Sumet Technologies, a Tanzanian fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) distribution startup, has successfully raised $1.5 million in pre-seed funding. This investment aims to enhance the company’s technological infrastructure, expand its market presence,…

30 March 2025 - In a significant development, X Corp is extending its AI chatbot, Grok, to Telegram. The partnership will enable X users who subscribe to both Telegram Premium and X Premium to use Grok’s AI tools in their Telegram chats, as X continues its broader…

30 March 2025 - Android Celebrity Endorsements – This is my favorite thing to do during smartphone season; follow the launches, see which influencers are picked by the various brands, and stalk them pre and post the campaign! Influencer and celebrity endorsements are…

30 March 2025 - In our digital world, even the most cautious users can fall victim to cyber-security traps without knowing it. Cybersecurity mistakes you might not know you’re making can leak sensitive data, compromise accounts, and make you an easy target for…

30 March 2025 - For decades, the blueprints for the tech billionaire were drawn by figures like Bill Gates — visionary founders who created empires through innovation and, for all their enormous wealth, largely acted on the fringes of direct political power. But a…

30 March 2025 - Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI bought the social media platform X (the former Twitter) in an all-stock transaction, bringing Musk’s influence into both domains. The deal values xAI at $80 billion and X at $33 billion and will create the new xAI Holdings…

30 March 2025 - Recent reports suggested that Android coding development is almost certainly about to turn into a fully private model, which raises concerns over transparency and openness. While the change appears very major, the truth is that Android has never…

30 March 2025 - Understanding the differences between Azure Firewall and Cloudflare WAF helps businesses choose the most effective firewall.

30 March 2025 - Discover which smartphone delivers the best performance, camera, battery life, and features.

30 March 2025 - NOSIBLE, an emerging artificial intelligence (AI) startup, has successfully raised $1 million in pre-seed funding to enhance its growth marketing initiatives, expand sales operations, and accelerate its go-to-market strategy. Founded in 2020 by Stuart…

30 March 2025 - A recent report commissioned by Mastercard and conducted by Genesis Analytics forecasts that Africa’s digital payments economy will reach $1.5 trillion by 2030. This growth is driven by increased internet penetration, financial inclusion, and a…

30 March 2025 - Nigerian fintech startup Payhippo has raised $4 million in pre-Series A funding as part of its rebranding initiative to Rivy, with a renewed focus on clean energy financing for businesses. The funding round includes $2 million in equity and $2 million…

30 March 2025 - South African fintech startup Trade Shield has secured ZAR15 million (approximately US$820,000) in funding from First National Bank’s (FNB) Vumela Enterprise Development Fund, in partnership with Edge Growth. This investment aims to fuel Trade Shield’…

30 March 2025 - Safaricom, in collaboration with M-PESA Africa and Sumitomo Corporation, has announced the opening of applications for the second phase of the Spark Accelerator Programme. This initiative aims to support early-stage startups in Kenya by providing…

30 March 2025 - South African startup Jem HR, a WhatsApp-based human resources and employee benefits platform, has successfully closed a ZAR60 million (US$3.3 million) pre-Series A funding round. The round included equity funding led by Next176, a venture capital…

30 March 2025 - Egyptian startups are invited to apply for the MINT Fintech Hackathon, an initiative designed to foster innovation and collaboration in the financial technology sector. Organized by MINT Incubator, a platform by EGBANK dedicated to supporting young…

30 March 2025 - Egyptian payment solutions startup enza has secured $6.75 million in seed funding to advance its mission of transforming financial services and promoting inclusive commerce across Africa. The funding round was co-led by Algebra Ventures and Quona…

30 March 2025 - Tunisian legal-tech startup Juridoc has secured an undisclosed amount of funding to accelerate the digitalization of legal services across Africa and the Middle East. The investment round was led by 216 Capital Ventures and Go Big Partners, both…

30 March 2025 - Kenyan logistics startup Leta has secured $5 million in seed funding to enhance its AI-driven platform aimed at optimizing delivery routes and reducing transportation costs across Africa. The funding round was led by European venture capital firm…