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01 November 2023 - Safaricom has expanded its 5G coverage to  35 counties with an aim to empower customers in 5G areas to enjoy superfast internet on the move, and for their homes and businesses. The service provider has also slashed the price of 5G Wi-Fi routers,…

01 November 2023 - MAZIV, one of South Africa’s largest telecommunications groups, aggressively invests in digital transformation to enhance customer experience and service quality. A PwC survey in 2022 revealed that 90% of South African telco customers expressed…

01 November 2023 - Safaricom was the first telco in Kenya to roll out 5G in the country. The company officially rolled out 5G in Kenya back in October and has seen great adoption across the country. Safaricom has... The post Safaricom 5G is Now Available in 35 Out Of…

01 November 2023 - Little App, a Pan-African “everyday everything” app, has joined forces with Absa Bank Kenya PLC and Visa to unveil an innovative Near Field Communication (NFC) payment feature to streamline and expedite the payment process on Little App taxis. The…

01 November 2023 - MFS Africa, Africa’s digital payments network has rebranded to Onafriq. According to Dare Okoudjou, founder and CEO  the trademark MFS belongs to another company in the US, and their ability to use it outside of Africa was becoming difficult. “With…

01 November 2023 - AFEX, Africa’s commodities platform has raised $26.5 million to address food security in Nigeria, Kenya and Uganda from the British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution (DFI) and impact investor. AFEX, which…

01 November 2023 - After having announced the expansion of 5G to towns across 35 counties in Kenya, Safaricom has decided to decrease the pricing structure of their 5G Wi-Fi routers and increase volumes for Home Consumer packages in an attempt to make the…

01 November 2023 - Safaricom has increased its 5G coverage to select towns across 35 counties as it continues to increase its 5G coverage in the country. New counties where 5G is now present in select towns include Bomet, Busia, Isiolo, Kitui, Mandera, Migori,…

01 November 2023 - Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem, has welcomed 23 new startups as part of its latest cohort, having collectively raised over $53 million in funding. The successful startups will enter Hub71’s new Company Building Program and benefit from up…

01 November 2023 - When Eskom first implemented load shedding in 2007, electricity changed overnight from a resource every company could take for granted into one of the most urgent challenges in South African boardrooms. Since then, the imperative of facing up to…

01 November 2023 - Verdant Capital played a pivotal role as the strategic and financial advisor for the joint venture transaction between Africa’s leading data centre operator, Open Access Data Centres (OADC), a WIOCC Group company, and TEXAF, one... The post Verdant…

01 November 2023 - According to data from the 2023 Southern Africa Venture Capital Association report, in 2022, 11% of South Africa’s private equity (PE) firms investments went to technology companies, compared to only 3% in 2021. By Ephraim Modise Link: techcabal…

01 November 2023 - Akim Benamara and Lacina Kone discuss the digital future of Africa and the challanages ahead.

01 November 2023 - The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is facing criticism for a controversial directive that imposes taxes on personal items, whether new or used, valued at over $500 that travelers bring in

01 November 2023 - MTN Uganda donates UGX 36 billion to Uganda Communications Universal Service and Access Fund for digital expansion.

01 November 2023 - Vodacom's foundation donates 276 Wi-Fi routers to enhance early childhood education in Lesotho's Grade-R classes.

01 November 2023 - Chapel Hill Denham’s Nigeria Infrastructure Debt Fund (NIDF) has agreed to provide long-term financing to Tizeti Network Limited – West Africa’s pioneer solar-based internet service provider. The senior debt facility will be used to finance... The…

01 November 2023 - Kenya’s first smartphone assembly plant has been opened at Athi River in Machakos to produce affordable gadgets for Kenyans. The opening was done by President William Ruto with a consortium led by Safaricom being the masterminds behind the plant.…

01 November 2023 - With hybrid work becoming popular and new tech like AI depending on data mining, there are growing concerns amongst many businesses regarding cybersecurity. As Cybersecurity Awareness Month draws to a close, Veerakumar Natarajan, Country Head,...…

01 November 2023 - Phuka Digital Savings, a partnership between Old Mutual and Airtel Money, offers convenient mobile-based saving.

01 November 2023 - Cape Town, South Africa faces a complex water crisis. With its population rapidly growing in the face of climate change-induced droughts, the city has had to get creative about ensuring continued access to clean water for its residents. Escaping…

01 November 2023 - RELEX Solutions, a provider of integrated retail and supply chain planning solutions, has signed a Preferred Supplier Agreement with SPAR International, whose network of independently owned and operated retailers and wholesalers work together in…

01 November 2023 - Ooredoo hosts event showcasing specialized B2B solutions, offers networking opportunities and inspirational talks for SMEs.

01 November 2023 - Entering the world of crypto can be a spooky experience filled with jump scares and unsettling myths, particularly for those who venture into this realm without a reliable guide. As Halloween approaches, to ensure that... The post Binance Unmasks…

01 November 2023 - OADC and TEXAF partner to revolutionize DRC's digital landscape with the country's inaugural data center.

01 November 2023 - Tizeti partners with Chapel Hill Denham to extend broadband network across 15 Nigerian states, bridging digital divide.

01 November 2023 - The Kenyan-assembled smartphones were finally unveiled yesterday.  The devices feature the NEON branding that has become synonymous with Safaricom under its Maisha Ni Digital Campaign.   The first time we heard of these devices was back in 2017-…

01 November 2023 - Finnish firm HMD Global, the maker of Nokia-branded smartphones, will start building 5G models in Europe.  The first device to come out of the Europe manufacturing plant is the rugged dust and water-resistant Nokia XR21 which is now available for…

01 November 2023 - Stanchion Payments, a prominent global provider of payment technology, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Pierre Aurel as its new Chief Product Officer. With a remarkable track record in payment product development and innovation, Pierre…

01 November 2023 - South African power-generating company Eskom has recorded a R24 billion ($1.2 billion) loss for the 2022/2023 financial year. This is a 100% increase from the R11 billion ($588 million) loss recorded in 2021/22 FY. More in #TCDaily.

01 November 2023 - Nigerian solar-based internet service provider Tizeti  has secured  a long-term debt financing  from Chapel Hill Denham’s Nigeria Infrastructure Debt Fund aimed to expand internet  its access in Nigeria. Tizeti is a Wireless Internet service…

01 November 2023 - Almouneer, the digital transformation platform revolutionising healthcare for patients and doctors across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), has secured  a US$3.6 million seed round f The seed round was led by Dubai-based Global Ventures, with…

01 November 2023 - The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) of Kenya has officially renewed the ride-hailing platform Bolt Kenya’s operating licence. This comes after Bolt proactively suspended its controversial 5% booking fee yesterday, demonstrating a…

01 November 2023 - Almouneer, an Egyptian healthtech company, has raised $3.6 million in seed funding to support the development and expansion of its platform for treating diabetes and obesity. The funding round was led by Dubai-based Global Ventures, with…

01 November 2023 - The rapid spread of misinformation and disinformation, commonly known as “fake news,” has become a mounting concern worldwide. This issue is particularly pronounced in Nigeria, where false claims have impacted election integrity, public health, and…

01 November 2023 - Leading cybersecurity company Infoprive recently rebranded as Cybervergent during the Nigeria Fintech Week. This strategic move aims to expand its security solutions by leveraging AI and machine learning amid rising cybercrime. As internet access…

01 November 2023 - StarNews Mobile, an African mobile video network, has raised $3 million in pre-Series A funding to further its mission of providing monetisation platforms for African content creators. Founded in 2017 by Guy Kamgaing, StarNews partners with telecom…

01 November 2023 - African accelerator platform Chenosis has collaborated with Botlhale AI Solutions on a project enabling people of all languages to use AI. The partners will work together to let companies on Chenosis’s platform communicate with customers in their…

01 November 2023 - SoberTech, founded by engineer Dinah Lugard, is expanding its innovative addiction recovery outreach program from Nigeria and Ghana to South Africa. Through technology, it aims to make recovery accessible, engaging, and stigma-free. “SoberTech’s…

01 November 2023 - Blockchain mining platform Pacminer has announced a $50 million joint venture with Ghanaian government agencies and blockchain companies, aiming to enhance its industrial chain and boost user earnings. Since entering Ghana in October 2022, Pacminer…

01 November 2023 - Oracle is poised to establish cloud computing infrastructure in Rwanda by June 2024, accelerating the country’s aspirations to become a regional tech hub. Cloud computing, delivering services like data storage, servers, and software over the…

01 November 2023 - Ghana has successfully obtained vital financial backing for its climate change efforts during the 2023 IMF/World Bank annual meetings, Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta announced. The World Bank’s International Finance Corporation (IFC) has pledged…

01 November 2023 - African data center operator Raxio has raised an additional $46 million in equity financing from existing investors Roha and Meridiam. The funds will support Raxio’s expansion and development of new hyperscale-ready facilities across Africa. The…

01 November 2023 - Iroko TV, once considered the “African Netflix” for its pioneering online streaming of Nollywood films and shows, has ceased operations in an unfortunate turn of events. Founded in 2010 by Nigerian entrepreneur Jason Njoku, Iroko TV quickly gained…

01 November 2023 - While SpaceX’s Starlink has made waves recently, Eutelsat’s Konnect satellite internet service has been steadily transforming the market in Nigeria. In partnership with local provider Coollink, Konnect challenges perceptions and addresses unmet…

01 November 2023 - Malawi is a landlocked country in southeastern Africa with fertile soil and a subtropical climate well-suited for agriculture. As over 80% of Malawians work in farming, with their livelihoods dependent on the seasonal rains, the agricultural sector…

01 November 2023 - The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced the launch of a new e-ticketing system for its standard gauge railway network starting November 1st. According to NRC Managing Director Fidet Okhiria, e-ticketing represents a major step towards…

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31 October 2023 - The following actions are necessary if you want to import a car from the United Kingdom: Find a supplier You must locate a trustworthy and legitimate exporter and supplier of automobiles. When looking for auto export services, it’s a good idea to go…

31 October 2023 - The goal of the NCBA logbook loan product is to provide speedy financing to people and businesses so they can use the money to cover unexpected expenses. If your vehicle is not subject to any financing, you can borrow money against it. Qualities:…