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13 December 2023 - After rebranding last month, Africa’s digital payments network Onafriq, Formerly MFS Africa, has revealed plans to expand to new markets.     Speaking to TechTrends Media during an exclusive cocktail at GTC Pan Pacific Suites in Nairobi recently,…

13 December 2023 - Google has lost its antitrust lawsuit against Epic Games, the maker of the video game Fortnite. The jury found that Google violated antitrust laws and might have to change its Play Store rules.

12 December 2023 - Tigo has won the prestigious Ookla Speedtest Award as the Fastest Mobile Network in Tanzania for the year 2023. The Ookla Award is an elite designation reserved for fixed and mobile providers in a market,... The post Tigo wins Ookla Award as the…

12 December 2023 - The global internet population has grown by 189 million, or 3.7% year-over-year, reaching an impressive 5.3 billion in October. That means over 65% of the world`s population has internet access. However, the internet adoption rates still…

12 December 2023 - It’s that time of year when businesses begin winding down for the holidays, employees are setting their out of office messages and people are starting to say, “We’ll touch base in January.” While many organisations will be taking a break over the…

12 December 2023 - In the face of growing competition with the likes of ecommerce giants Amazon and Shein set to penetrate the South African market, CEO of Capital Connect, Steven Heilbron believes that South African retailers should begin to consider embracing in-…

12 December 2023 - Heading off on your annual bush break? While spotting game is a thrill in itself, capturing those magical moments as photographs lets you relive them again and again. Perhaps you’re on a river safari, cruising along the Chobe River on the majestic…

12 December 2023 - According to the World Health Organization (WHO) report, in the year 2022 alone, an estimated 600 million people fall ill due to contaminated foods, a concerning reality that urges for a more proactive and advanced approach to food safety. With the…

12 December 2023 - TikTok invests $1.5billion into, GoTo, the largest digital ecosystem in Indonesia and the largest ecommerce market in South East Asia. TikTok’s strategic decision to partner with the company aims to drive long term growth for Indonesia’s MSME…

12 December 2023 - Vertiv has announced that subsidiaries of the company have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire all of the shares of CoolTera Ltd. (CoolTera), a provider of coolant distribution infrastructure for data center liquid cooling... The post…

12 December 2023 - Lookout is a feature to help visually impaired people. The Lookout Q&A is one of its features that can describe a photo's contents and answer questions about it, using the Question and Answer capability. Using an advanced visual language model…

12 December 2023 - Here are the startup and venture deals we tracked across the Asian region today.Nat Habit Raises $10.2M in a Series B RoundNatural personal care direct-to-consumer (D2C) firm Nat Habit has secured $10.2 million in a Series B funding round led by…

12 December 2023 - Have you ever wondered about checking how much of your computer's memory is being used? There's no need for complicated stuff – we'll walk through the steps to see what's going on with your Mac's RAM. Clear and simple, let&

12 December 2023 - Intellian introduces the OW130L, a dual parabolic terminal, ensuring robust and reliable high-capacity connectivity for critical infrastructure operations.

12 December 2023 - Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company introduces cutting-edge 5G SA for faster speeds, low latency, and personalized solutions.

12 December 2023 - Power-M inverter and battery solar solution introduced to empower small enterprises with reliable backup during frequent power interruptions.

12 December 2023 - Fintech Optasia introduces airtime advance solutions, enhancing digital experience and financial flexibility for MTN subscribers in Ivory Coast.

12 December 2023 - Yesterday, I had the privilege of moderating an extraordinary fireside chat organized by Mata at the Youth Connekt Africa Summit, held at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) in Nairobi. The topic was none other than the fast-growing…

12 December 2023 - Paradigm Initiative (PIN), a leading organisation advocating for digital rights and inclusion, has unveiled its 4th short film- ‘Undersight.’ The unveiling of the film by PIN marks a pivotal moment in global rights awareness, boosting collaborative…

12 December 2023 - Namibia enforces SIM card registration to enhance security, aligning with global digital trends for user benefits.

12 December 2023 - The role of Telcos has transcended traditional connectivity services, evolving into multifaceted entities that not only facilitate communication but also contribute significantly to public safety.

12 December 2023 - Copia Global and Visa have announced a strategic partnership to provide digital financial services to middle to low-income consumers in Kenya.  The 5-year partnership enhances Copia’s digital capabilities and expands Visa’s reach to the final...…

12 December 2023 - Your social media feed is more than a platform for pleasure. it’s a money-making machine for businesses; With more than 3 billion people using social media globally, it has become an indispensable platform for advertising. Social media advertising…

12 December 2023 - In an era where virtual connectivity is rapidly embraced, with nearly 57% of the global population using mobile internet by the end of 2022 (GSMA), the environmental impact of smart devices cannot be ignored. In... The post Innovating for Climate…

12 December 2023 - Today is 25 years of Google Search. Surely, it can’t be that long, can it?! I recall it like it was yesterday when I first encountered Google. It had come to my attention by word of mouth when I worked at Africa Online, one of Kenya’s first…

12 December 2023 - At Africacom 2023 Richard Smith (EKT), Pierre Hunter (EZDRM), and Alex Beach (ST Engineering iDirect), discussed the groundbreaking Skyflow and their vision for Africa’s digital and more connected future. 

12 December 2023 - Collaboration integrates WWG's G17Eco into e& enterprise's 'Sustainability as a Service,' revolutionizing global sustainability data, solutions, and finances.

12 December 2023 - Tigo secures Ookla Speedtest Award, affirming fastest mobile network status in Tanzania, showcasing extensive network investments.

12 December 2023 - Kenyan-based ride-hailing platform MARAMOJA Taxi has introduced a 50 per cent bonus for all its rides during the December festivities. In a new campaign dubbed MARAMOJA Ni Yetu, customers will be expected to load money to their MARAMOJA e-wallet…

12 December 2023 - Today, corporates are at risk of issues and crises on digital platforms. This calls for leveraging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI). An issue could erupt on one of the popular social platforms. This could take the form of…

12 December 2023 - e& aligns with COP28's Green Digital Action, reinforcing its climate commitments, sustainability initiatives, and global leadership.

12 December 2023 - E-commerce and fintech platform, Copia Global, has announced a strategic partnership with Visa to provide digital financial services to middle to low-income consumers in Kenya. With the 5-year partnership, Copia, which operates a B2C model, seeks…

12 December 2023 - NCA cautions public, denounces Starlink operations in Ghana, citing lack of approval and violation of regulations.

12 December 2023 - LagRide needs to reexamine its playbook. techcabal.com/2023/12/12/👨🏿🚀-techcabal-daily-lagos-lagride-under-fire/ Drivers allege that LagRide’s partners are demanding unrealistic returns from the drivers.

11 December 2023 - In a pioneering move for South Africa, CCI South Africa, a Business Procurement Outsourcing (BPO) leader, inaugurated its new contact center in Umlazi Mega City. Facilitating Employee Commutes  This initiative aims to facilitate employee commutes…

11 December 2023 - Even for those of us who have been working in the technology industry for decades, the pace of change over the past 12 months has been extraordinary. Once again, we’re left with no doubt that technological innovations are bringing both huge…

11 December 2023 - In collaboration with the Women in Tech (WiT) South Africa Chapter and Amazon Web Services (AWS), Absa has successfully upskilled 50 young women through the #LiveToLearn Programme, focusing on building careers in cloud technology. The participants…

11 December 2023 - Kaspersky recently presented a detailed forecast for the year 2024, building on ongoing analysis of the cybersecurity landscape, this segment of the KSB provides an in-depth look at the threats that consumers may face in the coming year. The…

11 December 2023 - The startup visa will “facilitate the free movement of startups on the continent” and “help to boost the mobility of young entrepreneurs on the continent."

11 December 2023 - The private credit landscape in India is gearing up for a significant boom, with assets managed by alternative investment funds (AIFs) expected to reach an impressive $60-$70 billion by 2028, a fourfold increase from $15 billion in 2022. A joint…

11 December 2023 - Here are some of the top funding stories happening in tech today.SumUp secures $306.6M in growth fundingFrench AI startup Mistral soars to $2B valuationLiquid AI secures $37.6M in seed funding roundDatacebo surges forward with $8.5M in fundingFuse…

11 December 2023 - Bigstore.africa, the e-commerce marketplace has announced that it has raised an undisclosed angel funding round.  This achievement sets the stage for Bigstore to launch its “Uber Eats”  like marketplace but for retail consumer products like…

11 December 2023 - In February of the previous year, Kenyan insurtech firm Lami Technologies had initially announced its intent to acquire Bluewave, a fellow startup in the insurance sector. This move aimed to expand Lami’s range of products and facilitate its entry…

11 December 2023 - Adaverse, a pioneering accelerator operating across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia within the Cardano ecosystem, has recently completed a strategic investment in Altify. While the exact investment amount remains undisclosed, this move marks a…

11 December 2023 - Proparco, the French development finance institution, in collaboration with 27four, a South African investment manager, has led a substantial investment of R550 million (28.7 Million USD) into the Divercity Urban Property Group. This investment is…

11 December 2023 - 3Farmate Robotics, an innovative agritech company based in Ghana, has recently received a significant angel investment from a Silicon Valley investor, brokered by Alliance4ai.org, a key player in Africa’s AI sector committed to supporting…

11 December 2023 - The co-founders of Aduna Capital recognise significant untapped potential in northern Nigeria, a region that encompasses about half of the country's total population but attracts only a small portion of startup funding.

11 December 2023 - Ibile Holdings will investigate partners who subjected drivers to poor working conditions after recovering cars from the partners. 

11 December 2023 - Tanzanian telecommunications company Tigo, a part of the Axian Telecom Group, has been awarded the 2023 Ookla® Speedtest Award™, distinguishing it as the Fastest Mobile Network in Tanzania. The prestigious Ookla Award, based on consumer-initiated…

11 December 2023 - Despite rising food and fuel costs, weakening currencies, climate change effects, security threats, political instability, severe power shortages, infrastructure limitations and several other economic and social challenges, Africa is still one of…