23 November 2023
- Here are some of the top product-related news we are tracking including Sunbird, Chrome, MediaTek, new Galaxy devices, Bard, and Copilot.Sunbird is shutting down its iMessage app for AndroidSunbird, the messaging app attempting to put an end to the…
23 November 2023
- As organisations continue to become more digitised, throughout 2023 Africa remains one of the world regions most targeted by cybercrime. At a recent press conference in Johannesburg, Kaspersky shared some insights and statistics related to the…
23 November 2023
- Datacentrix achieves recertification as an HP Amplify Impact Partner, emphasizing sustainability, environmental responsibility, and community engagement.
23 November 2023
- The African start-up scene has grown in the last decade and is now a vibrant ecosystem. Despite funding challenges experienced in 2023, the preceding 4 years were characterized by strong funding. As usual, Kenya in the East, South Africa in the…
23 November 2023
- Nigerian trade finance startup FrontEdge, which helps facilitate cross-border trades for African SMEs, has raised US$10 million in debt and equity funding to scale operations across Nigeria, Kenya and other African countries. Founded in 2021 by…
23 November 2023
- Brolly, a Ghanaian startup underwritten by Allianz, is partnering with Bolt to insure drivers in Ghana. The startup had piloted its pay-as-you-go auto insurance solution, which allows drivers to pay premiums daily or weekly, with over 2,000 ride-…
23 November 2023
- Kenya’s Ed Partners Africa, a non-banking financial institution that specialises in providing loans to affordable private schools, has announced the commitment of a US$10 million loan guarantee facility from the United States’ Development Finance…
23 November 2023
- Authors discuss progress, challenges, and innovative solutions for digital connectivity in Sub-Saharan Africa, urging collaboration.
23 November 2023
- The Africa Fertilizer Financing Mechanism will provide a $2 million partial trade credit guarantee and a $219,000 grant funding to Nairobi-based Apollo Agriculture Limited to support the distribution of over 7,000 tonnes of fertilizers to some 100,…
23 November 2023
- Kenyan parliament has directed the Blockchain Association of Kenya (BAK) to prepare the first draft of the Crypto Bill, also known as the Virtual Asset Service Provider’s Bill. The proposal came after BAK appeared before the country’s National…
23 November 2023
- WeThinkCode_, RLabs, and E Squared Investments have joined forces to address youth unemployment through a comprehensive entrepreneurship program. A recent entrepreneurship pitch day at WeThinkCode_ campuses in Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban…
23 November 2023
- Hollard has appointed Hazel Chimhandamba as its new Chief Marketing Officer, bringing her extensive experience from the telecommunications, banking, and insurance sectors. Formerly the executive head of marketing at Cell C, she is recognized for…
23 November 2023
- African Presidents and officials convene to discuss children's rights, education, climate action, and innovative solutions.
23 November 2023
- Black Friday sales have become extremely popular in South Africa, so much so that many retailers have extended their sales to last the entire month. It is now a retail extravaganza known as Black November, where both retailers and consumers get to…
23 November 2023
- NITDA and Venture Garden Group unite to empower startups through a groundbreaking engagement portal, fostering innovation.
23 November 2023
- Liquid Dataport partners with VIPNET to enhance internet access, expand services, and strengthen West Africa's connectivity.
23 November 2023
- SAP has reaffirmed its dedication to youth skills development through its SAP Educate to Employ initiative, a partnership with UNICEF and the government. This launch in South Africa coincides with a critical period of high youth unemployment in the…
23 November 2023
- The government of Kenya through The ICT Authority (ICTA) and Microsoft East Africa Limited (Microsoft) signed a Memorandum of Understanding. The MoU is to have the US company provide cloud services to government agencies. Kenya is on a…
23 November 2023
- Take a moment to reflect on the transformations in your interactions with banks and insurers. The paradigm shift towards online services and the demand for speed and flexibility in customer interactions are pressuring financial institutions.…
23 November 2023
- MediaTek collaborates with rain, South Africa’s 5G pioneer, to provide fast and reliable 5G network access to more households across the country. The advanced MediaTek T750 platform drives rain’s 101™ 5G smart router, offering superior speeds and…
23 November 2023
- The 2023 KCPE results are set to be released by the Ministry of Education. The Kenya Certificate of Primary Education exams results will be the first to be released with the KCSE results expected at...
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23 November 2023
- Authority's CEO Kamanguya Stanley signs MOU with Microsoft, accelerating Kenya's digital transition and unlocking economic opportunities.
23 November 2023
- The Cabinet Secretary for Education, Ezekiel Machogu is expected to announce the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) 2023 results today. A record 1.4 million candidates sat for the KCPE exams this year which were done from October 30th –…
23 November 2023
- X, formerly known as Twitter, is making yet another change to how posts appear on the timeline. This time, the social media platform is bringing back article headlines in posts just over a month after they were removed. The site’s owner, Elon Musk…
23 November 2023
- The Nigerian minister for comms, innovation and digital economy has unveiled the Startup Engagement Portal. The Portal, which comes one year after the enactment of the Nigeria Startup Act, will simplify registration for startups.
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23 November 2023
- OpenAI has announced that its voice feature is now accessible to all users at no cost. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), the company revealed that users can simply tap the headphones icon in the mobile app to engage in voice-based…
23 November 2023
- M-KOPA has initiated its pilot operations in South Africa, marking the commencement of its expansion across the continent. This move comes five months after the company secured a substantial $250 million in debt and equity funding. Known for…
23 November 2023
- Stitch, a South African fintech firm, recently launched a unique payment solution based on cryptocurrency, “Pay with crypto.” This innovative service allows users to make payments directly from their cryptocurrency wallets. With this new payment…
23 November 2023
- InDrive, the ride-hailing service that has gained popularity in Latin America and Asia, recently introduced its new division, New Ventures. This branch is set to invest as much as $100 million in emerging market startups over the coming years. This…
23 November 2023
- In the third quarter of 2023, Jumia reported a significant reduction in its adjusted EBITDA loss, reaching $15 million. This figure represents the company’s lowest loss since its initial public offering in 2019. It shows a marked improvement from…
22 November 2023
- Digital Transformation in Healthcare: Register Now for a Healthier Africa As we stand at the cusp of a healthcare revolution in Africa, the 8th Healthcare Innovation Summit Africa 2023 is set to be the epicenter of change. Scheduled for November 29…
22 November 2023
- Safari web browser offers convenience by displaying frequently visited sites for quick access. However, there are times when you might prefer privacy or a clutter-free browsing experience.In this guide, we will walk you through how to remove the…
22 November 2023
- Attendees of this year’s Healthcare Innovation Summit Africa 2023, will receive 8 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points from ASAIPA. Health practitioners seeking to ensure ethical practice, can pursue consistent and ongoing commitment to…
22 November 2023
- The Kenyan government will now adopt Microsoft’s cloud-first strategy to enhance public service delivery. Microsoft will engage the National Government, Ministries, Departments and Agencies through the ICT Authority in a joint working framework…
22 November 2023
- In a significant move towards advancing digital transformation in Kenya, the government has announced the adoption of Microsoft’s cloud-first strategy....
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22 November 2023
- In Kenya, where technological advancements are rapidly embraced, LG is making significant strides in catering to the evolving needs of consumers. The introduction of the new webOS Hub 2.0S for third-party brands, initially released for...
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22 November 2023
- If you’re just Entering Tech, put dreams of mastery in the backseat and focus, first, on being efficient. Here's what this player's two-year journey to becoming an efficient League of Legends player can teach us about mastering tech roles.
22 November 2023
- As organizations embark on digital transformation journeys, they inevitably encounter the concept of building a resilient IT infrastructure. In simple...
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22 November 2023
- Below are the venture funding activities we are tracking in the African region today — Wednesday, November 22, 2023.FrontEdge Raises $10M Equity and Debt from TLG CapitalIn a bid to address the financing gap prevalent in African international trade…
22 November 2023
- Sber has created an open-source NLP model recognizing and classifying texts in 47 environmental, social, and governance topics. The Artificial Intelligence Laboratory and the ESG Risk Office at Sberbank designed ESGify, a user-friendly NLP model to…
22 November 2023
- In today's top stories:Sam Altman returns as OpenAI CEO after tumultuous ousterBinance agrees to pay $4.3 billion in settlement for U.S. criminal caseChatGPT's voice chat feature is now freeWhatsApp introduces email verification for account…
22 November 2023
- H.E Chirema Kombo, the Deputy Governor, Kwale County, called for technology leaders in Kenya to bring these services close to...
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22 November 2023
- In an exciting development that underscores the commitment to innovation and accessibility, has officially partnered with Patazone, an e-commerce company based in Kenya. This strategic collaboration aims to enhance the digital shopping experience…
22 November 2023
- Gulf African Bank (GAB) embarked on its groundbreaking journey in 2005, born from the vision of innovative Kenyans who saw the need for a banking alternative rooted in Islamic principles. Officially launching in 2008, GAB became Kenya’s first…
22 November 2023
- African non-profit DevCareer has partnered with Block’s TBD to bring Web3 technology to Africa through the continent’s first Web3 hackathon. TBD provides tools aiming to open decentralized finance to all developers. The DevCareer hackathon allows…
22 November 2023
- Despite the global economic downturn, the perception is that VCs are sitting on massive piles of capital that they haven't deployed. Is that the case?
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22 November 2023
- Nigerian online grocery startup Pricepally has secured $1.3 million in seed funding to expand its operations. Backers include returning investor Samurai Incubate and new investors SOSV, ELEA, Hi2 Global and Chui Ventures. Pricepally will use the…
22 November 2023
- To prepare for the busiest online shopping season of the year, it is important to understand how your data is being used on popular apps. According to the research by the Atlas VPN team, eBay and Amazon Shopping collect the most user data out of…
22 November 2023
- Nokia and Ooredoo's project establishes MEA's inaugural private wireless network, enhancing connectivity and efficiency for offshore energy operations.
22 November 2023
- Telkom's H1 results reveal improved financials, strategic focus, with group revenue up 2.5%, reinforcing digital infrastructure leadership.
