Tech

22 March 2024 - Telkom sells Swiftnet to consortium for R6.75 billion to reduce debt and focus on core businesses.

22 March 2024 - Zenith Bank Plc has announced the appointment of Dame (Dr) Adaora Umeoji, OON, as the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive, effective... Source

22 March 2024 - In an update announced on Thursday, WhatsApp introduced the ability to pin up to three messages in individual and group chats. Previously, users were limited to pinning only a single message per conversation. The ability to pin chats within one-on-one…

22 March 2024 - The online platform offers affordable advertising for businesses, connecting sellers with buyers locally and internationally.

22 March 2024 - Vertiv is now a Solution Advisor: Consultant partner in the NVIDIA Partner Network (NPN), providing wider access to Vertiv’s experience and full portfolio of power and cooling solutions. NPN is a global program for technology partners who... The post…

22 March 2024 - If you're a student, parent, or guardian eagerly waiting to check the UNEB PLE results, this guide is for you. See the two main ways here:

22 March 2024 - Mike Dada, President/Executive Producer, All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA to discuss fostering collaboration in African music industry, empowering Malawian artists.

22 March 2024 - The Microsoft Africa Development Centre (ADC) has kicked off the second upskilling cohort, which will support university lecturers and empower... Source

22 March 2024 - African Development Bank VP's visit emphasizes support for Mozambique's economy through infrastructure, private sector development discussions.

22 March 2024 - Workonline highlights impacts of cable faults on African internet connectivity, stresses need for resilience.

22 March 2024 - If you sat for the last UACE exams, you may want to check your UACE results. Here's a quick guide to easily check:

22 March 2024 - Back in December, the National Communication Authority of Ghana warned Ghanaians to avoid using any Starlink equipment or its services. It also directed those who were involved in the sales and service operations to cease... The post Ghana May Grant…

22 March 2024 - In today’s edition: Uber slows on complying with Lagos state || Ghana rethinks Starlink || LemFi partners with Visa || Funding tracker

21 March 2024 - Across Nigeria, remote workers and businesses continue to struggle with bad internet service due to subsea cable cuts of the nation's major internet service provider.

21 March 2024 - Mastering the copy-paste functionality on your Chromebook can significantly enhance productivity. This article discusses various methods, shortcuts, and tips for copying and pasting on a Chromebook.

21 March 2024 - Microsoft could become the third major tech giant following Google and Yahoo to cease internet operations in China amid growing criticisms from the US.

21 March 2024 - Apple's App Store plans violate the 2021 ruling which allows developers to have their own payment systems.

21 March 2024 - Under the guidance of Saad Kassis Mohamed, WeCare has secured USD100,000 through SilverLake Capital to offer vital aid to Sudan during its critical period. These funds are earmarked for rebuilding homes in areas hit hard by the recent economic turmoil…

21 March 2024 - We have curated 8 of the top tech events happening in Lagos from April to October 2024. See them here & plan to attend. Don't miss number 8!

21 March 2024 - Businesses need to embrace new technologies to remain competitive, but these innovations often introduce new cybersecurity risks. The challenge lies... Source

21 March 2024 - Kenyans who applied for a passport through eCitizen and are waiting for an update or haven’t picked it up yet, can track its status.  This is done by texting their eCitizen application reference code to 22222. 2023 was blighted with massive delays in…

21 March 2024 - Kenyans who applied for a passport through eCitizen and are waiting for an update or haven’t picked it up yet, can track its status.  This is done by texting their eCitizen application reference code to 22222. 2023 was blighted with massive delays in…

21 March 2024 - We’ll be diving into the SoTIR report to uncover the latest trends and insights on how mobile money is changing the financial landscape. Released on the 19th of March, 2024, This annual report serves as a vital compass, providing in-depth analysis and…

21 March 2024 - The commission encourages feedback on proposed regulations to optimize spectrum usage and minimize interference risks.

21 March 2024 - Gebeya has partnered with O’Reilly to upskill thousands of Africans with technology skills. The partnership, which was announced this week will see Gebeya make O’Reilly’s extensive learning resources available to more yound people across the continent…

21 March 2024 - Infinix Note 40 Series was launched globally early this week and a local launch is in the works too. The Note 40 lineup comprises of the base Note 40, Note 40 Pro 4G, Note 40 Pro 5G and Note 40 Pro+ 5G. The four share most design features and they…

21 March 2024 - The Kenya Power prepaid meters are running on a software that is set to be rendered obsolete by November 24th this year. When this happens, Kenya Power customers will not be able to feed tokens into the meter. Essentially, customers may find…

21 March 2024 - With a price-to-book value of 1.25x, Access Bank is valuing NBK at around $100 million. However, the final acquisition figure could still be markedly different from that estimate.

21 March 2024 - The collaboration aims to empower youth, foster innovation, and drive positive societal impact in Cameroon.

21 March 2024 - After release, UCE results are easy to check with about 3 options available. Read them here:

21 March 2024 - Kenyan startup Tappi has expanded into Ivory Coast in an extension to its existing partnership with telecoms firm MTN. This makes the country its third market after it had expanded to Nigeria. The startup was founded in 2022 by Kenfield Griffith and…

21 March 2024 - Uber is hesitant to share acess to user data. This is now at the center of a potential fallout between the government and these businesses.

21 March 2024 - Flamingo is a DeFi protocol that provides services of decentralized trading, staking, and earning on liquidity supply.

21 March 2024 - Many emerging businesses die because of poor execution and focusing on the wrong thing to execute. Here's how execution of strategy can contribute to success.

21 March 2024 - Vodacom lays off 80 staff, adapting to industry shifts, focusing on tech evolution and cost efficiency.

21 March 2024 - In 2023, the Kenya Mobile Money industry experienced a drop in transaction values for both bill payments and bulk disbursements. There was an 11% decrease in the value of bill payments made through mobile money, reaching $75 billion in 2023. In fact,…

21 March 2024 - OPPO has announced the establishment of OPPO AI Center to further strengthen its AI capabilities and explore a broader range of user-centric AI products and features. Through dedicated research and development into AI and its applications, OPPO says…

21 March 2024 - Ecobank announces strategic appointments to bolster leadership, focusing on growth, transformation, and customer-centric financial services across Africa.

21 March 2024 - Nigeria’s vehicle financing platform, Moove, has secured $100 million in a Series B funding round. This funding round was led by Uber with the participation of Mubadala, The Latest Ventures, AfricInvest, Palm Drive Capital, Triatlum... The post Moove…

21 March 2024 - Telecom Egypt and EXA Infrastructure collaborate to bolster Egypt's role as a pivotal global telecommunications hub.

21 March 2024 - FEDA office inauguration in Kigali marks Afreximbank's commitment to Africa's economic transformation, fostering trade and development.

21 March 2024 - On March 14, over a dozen African countries experienced internet outages due to damage to submarine fibre optic cables along the West African coastline. The impact was severe, with massive disruptions to financial services. Among the worst affected…

21 March 2024 - TikTok has partnered with the African Union Commission’s Women, Gender, and Youth Directorate (WGYD), aimed at bolstering online safety awareness among the youth as well as parents, teachers and guardians in Africa. This innovative collaboration...…

21 March 2024 - Discover how ST Engineering iDirect, under the leadership of Sridhar Kuppanna, is revolutionizing satellite communications with cutting-edge multi-orbit solutions and AI integration, paving the way for seamless global connectivity.

21 March 2024 - Meta has been bringing new features from Instagram stories to WhatsApp Status and the latest one to be ported will make WhatsApp users really happy. One of the best features of Instagram Stories is the ability to post even longer videos and Meta has…

21 March 2024 - Float, the South African fintech which offers shoppers a smarter way to use their credit cards has secured $11 million in funding from Standard Bank. The company said in a statement that the new funding will facilitate the rollout of its card-linked…

21 March 2024 - Check Point has announced it is collaborating with NVIDIA to enhance the security of AI cloud infrastructure. Integrating with NVIDIA DPUs, the new Check Point AI Cloud Protect solution will help prevent threats at both... The post Check Point to Set…

21 March 2024 - In today’s edition: Access Bank to acquire Kenya’s National Bank || SA’s DocFox gets acquired for $75 million || Kenya’s judiciary goes digital || Telkom to sell tower business to Actis || Safaricom teams up with Onafriq for remittance play

21 March 2024 - The pulse of African music resonates worldwide. Fueled by the success of top sensations like Burnaboy, Davido, Tyla and Wizkid, a new generation of creatives is bursting onto the scene. But navigating the music industry’s... The post Ready to Become…

21 March 2024 - Digital casinos are becoming more and more popular in Kenya. But beware! Among the jewels, there are some sneaky serpents lurking in the grass. Don’t sweat it, though! We’ve sifted through the chaos. Now, let’s... The post Discovering Trustworthy…