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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At the AWS Startups Demo Day, founders and investors talked about how they are navigating less generous VC landscape.
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…
16 November 2023
- Below are the venture funding activities we are tracking in the African region today — Thursday, November 16, 2023.SA insurtech startup Pineapple secures $21.3M Series B fundingSouth African insurtech startup Pineapple announced the conclusion of a…
16 November 2023
- Bayobab's Chief FibreCo Officer emphasizes the need for investment in undersea cables for improved connectivity.
16 November 2023
- Insights from AfricaIgnite sessions emphasize rapport-building, comprehensive information, and global appeal for successful fundraising and creative funding.
16 November 2023
- Prestigious awards recognize leaders and initiatives driving technology innovation and positive impact across Africa.
16 November 2023
- BotlhaleAI wins best startup at Africa Tech Festival awards
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16 November 2023
- La gamme de déligneuses multiples de Wood-Mizer est conçue de façon robuste pour supporter des conditions de travail difficiles tout en assurant une production de bois uniforme.
16 November 2023
- Wood-Mizer’s Multirip range is designed to give every size sawmill the benefit of using a multirip.
16 November 2023
- Paratus Group has secured funding of US$31-million to help realise its ambitious infrastructure expansion plans, the pan-African telco says the capital injection will significantly boost connectivity across key and currently underserved regions and…
16 November 2023
- The upcoming Kenya Innovation Week 2023: Commonwealth Edition, slated for 27 November to 1 December 2023 in Nairobi, is poised...
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16 November 2023
- Agility's scorecard reveals top-performing nations prioritizing and investing in sustainability, with South Africa leading overall efforts.
16 November 2023
- In the world of online chats, WhatsApp is the go-to platform for connecting with friends and family. But did you know that your device has a sort of online address called an IP address? In this guide, we'll show you easy steps to keep your location…
16 November 2023
- The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has entered into a framework agreement for the Export Agriculture for Food Security (ExAFS) Initiative with ARISE Integrated Industrial Platforms (ARISE IIP) and the governments of Chad, Malawi, Zimbabwe…
16 November 2023
- The latest cohort of organizations participating in the GSMA Innovation Fund for Anticipatory Humanitarian Action has been announced. This year’s Cohort has 8 successful companies selected out of a total of 143 eligible applications received.…
16 November 2023
- In today’s digital world, mobile applications are making life convenient, for businesses and people. The popular saying, ‘There’s an app for that’, truly does not fall short of its intent, there really is an app for just about everything. Some are…
16 November 2023
- South African insurtech startup Pineapple has raised ZAR400 million (US$21.3 million) in Series B funding to boost its growth. Founded in 2017, Pineapple allows the company to service customers at 20 per cent of the cost of traditional insurance…
16 November 2023
- With the global community of learners, teachers, and educational institutions having observed World Teachers’ Day last month, there’s no better time to look more closely at how the lives of learners everywhere can be positively impacted by the…
