30 October 2023
- Airtel Africa reports robust H1 2023 performance, showing significant customer growth in mobile data and money.
30 October 2023
- Airtel Africa grew its revenue in constant currency terms by 19.7% for the half-year ended 30 September 2023, according to the company's financial statements.
30 October 2023
- As originally anticipated by the Automobile Association (AA), based on unaudited mid-month data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF), both grades of unleaded petrol (93 and 95) will decrease by R1.78 a litre on Wednesday. Diesel wholesale prices will…
30 October 2023
- Last week, Fidelity Bank blocked transfers to neobanks over lax anti-fraud and KYC standards. But other Nigerian banks have had internal conversations about blocking digital banks, two sources said.
30 October 2023
- Leading insurtech startup Amenli, successfully closed a new $1M equity funding round led by Alter Global, a leading international VC firm focused on emerging markets represented in the region by Heba Ahmad, with participation from Qatar Insurance…
30 October 2023
- The “ANAVA” fund of funds run by “Smart Capital” expressed its commitment to invest €5 million in a new underlying fund called “Titan Seed Fund I.” It is dedicated to supporting deep tech startups (startups developing highly innovative techniques)…
30 October 2023
- In the vast and diverse landscape of African growth investing, more opportunities abound today than ever before. Africa’s recent growth surge has created a large group of companies already scaling successfully, while the current market environment…
30 October 2023
- Tunisia-based fintech startup My Easy Transfer has secured a $423,000 investment from 216 Capital. Launched in 2022 by Ismaïl Khenissi and Jabrane Khenissi, the company simplifies money transfers for the Tunisian diaspora, enabling easy and…
30 October 2023
- The interview highlighted Rohde & Schwarz's commitment to tailoring solutions to Africa's unique needs and its role in ensuring quality telecommunication services in the region.
30 October 2023
- Kenya officially launched its smartphone assembling plant and unveiled two locally assembled smartphones. The facility to assemble affordable 4G smartphones is called the East Africa Device Assembly Kenya (EADAK) plant. President Willian Ruto was…
30 October 2023
- Earlier today, the East Africa Device Assembly Kenya Limited (EADAK) officially opened its doors showcasing the first locally assembled smartphones in Kenya. The two main phones are the Neona Smarta and the Neon Ultra. They...
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30 October 2023
- In a significant move to democratize smartphone access, Kenya has finally unveiled its first local smartphone assembly plant. The East Africa Device Assembly Kenya Limited (EADAK ) was unveiled on Monday by President William Ruto and is a joint…
30 October 2023
- South African transportation data company, WhereIsMyTransport, has declared the cessation of its operations due to unsuccessful efforts to secure additional funding. Devin De Fries, the founder of this eight-year-old mobility startup confirmed this…
30 October 2023
- Kenya has been listed among the top five countries hit by distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks in the first half of 2023. Other countries include France, Germany, Italy, and Saudi Arabia. According to NETSCOUT’s latest Threat Intelligence…
30 October 2023
- X (formerly known as Twitter), has unveiled two new subscription services aimed at increasing its revenue. The first service, Premium+, priced at $16 per month, provides an ad-free experience in the For You and Following sections, offers a…
30 October 2023
- Kenyan President William Ruto has now said that the launch of Maisha Namba will be in December 2023. The president states that the digital ID system is currently in a 2 months testing phase. He promised the universal use of the digital ID that will…
30 October 2023
- In a tweet by SpaceX made a statement that Starlink will support connectivity to internationally aid organizations in Gaza. According to reports, Israel did not receive Elon Musk’s decision with open arms. In a statement by Israel’s telecom minister…
30 October 2023
- MarketForce, the Kenyan B2B(business-to-business) e-commerce company, is making a substantial shift in its operations, ceasing business activities in three of its five African markets, a new report states. However, it is noted that the company is…
30 October 2023
- Pedro Díaz Jiménez shed light on how Sicurlock ensures security, durability, and the importance of collaborative partnerships in Africa.
30 October 2023
- Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa has asked for the government’s support to classify telecommunications infrastructure as critical infrastructure. This comes in the wake of increased cases of vandalism that have been reported across the country. Speaking…
30 October 2023
- Kenyan Technology and Public Policy Expert Mr. Philip Thigo has been appointed by The United Nations Secretary-General, H.E. Antonio Guterres to join a newly established high-level advisory board on Artificial Intelligence (AI). His appointment to…
30 October 2023
- Youth in Mbooni, Makueni County are set to enhance their digital skills as the government roll out Jitume Digital labs at the David Mbithi Wambuli Technical and Vocational College. “Our expectation is that by providing this facility the youth of…
30 October 2023
- Think about casinos and one of the first images that springs to mind is rows of gaudy, flashing slot machines. Slots have always been a popular staple of the casino landscape as they combine simple gameplay, random jackpots, and very little skill —…
30 October 2023
- NETSCOUT's Threat Intelligence Report reveals a 31% rise in global DDoS attacks, with EMEA as prime target. Recommendations for robust cybersecurity strategies emphasized for protection.
30 October 2023
- Dimension Data has launched a unified network and security service that consolidates several capabilities addressing IT operations and Cyber security risks .This is made possible by taking advantage of the power in cloud delivered services from our…
30 October 2023
- Bolt has suspended the 5 percent booking fee to get licensed renewed in Kenya after the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) recently declined to renew the operating license over alleged breaches, including illegal commission charges and…
30 October 2023
- Airtel Money, Bluewave, and AAR partner to launch Ddwaliro Care, offering accessible and affordable health insurance.
30 October 2023
- RCU and STC's 15-year partnership aims to digitally transform AlUla, integrating advanced 5G infrastructure for progress.
30 October 2023
- The news of Amazon’s surprising move to sign a five-year, billion-dollar deal to purchase a million seats of Microsoft 365...
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30 October 2023
- Netcracker and Etisalat by e& join forces in a comprehensive BSS transformation project for cutting-edge customer services.
30 October 2023
- Update: The article has been updated to clarify that the booking fee is charged to riders and not drivers Bolt Kenya has announced its decision to suspend the booking fee imposed on riders for every...
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30 October 2023
- Tecnotree's digital suite drives MTN's Metamorphose initiative, revolutionizing customer experience, offering unmatched digital service excellence.
30 October 2023
- A contentious issue in Bolt's licence renewal process is an “illegal” 5% booking fee which it has now suspended.
30 October 2023
- Paratus Zambia's award recognizes their top-notch internet services, infrastructure investment, and commitment to excellence.
30 October 2023
- Once a year, brilliant minds in the tech space and C-suite executives gather for a one-of-a-kind symposium, the CIO100 Symposium....
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30 October 2023
- Bolt Kenya has today announced it is suspending its 5% booking fee pending clarification from the National Transport and Regulatory Authority (NTSA) amidst license renewal troubles. This comes after Bolt has been in disputes with the NTSA over its…
30 October 2023
- Artificial Intelligence has been with us for a while. However, the last year has seen an acceleration in the adoption and use of AI systems. This feverish approach was kicked started by the launch of ChatGPT late last year. One conversation that…
30 October 2023
- Bolt Kenya now says it has suspended the 5% booking fee included in the riders’ fare. In a statement seen by TechTrends, the ride-hailing fee said it had suspended the fee pending clarification with the National Transport and Regulatory Authority (…
30 October 2023
- Kenyan ride-hailing drivers have urged the NTSA not to renew the licences of ride-hailing platforms Bolt and Uber until the companies adhere to existing regulations. They have given the NTSA seven days to ensure compliance or face a strike.
30 October 2023
- Nowadays, more and more people use their phones to place bets, so the bookmaker 1xBet has developed a special application that allows you to bet on sports with additional comfort. This 1xbet app review will...
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30 October 2023
- The African Development Bank in collaboration with the East African Community (EAC) Secretariat and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development have launched a capacity development project to enhance trade in East Africa. The $1.56M EAC…
30 October 2023
- Tunisia-based fintech My Easy Transfer has raised a $423,000 investment from 216 Capital. Founded in 2022 by two brothers Ismaïl Khenissi and Jabrane Khenissi, My Easy Transfer aims to simplify money transfer services from the Tunisian diaspora to…
29 October 2023
- Even while it would be tempting to use your new computer right away, there are a few things you should do before utilizing it. Rather, take care of these five issues before moving further: Upgrade Your Antivirus Software The phrase “install an…
29 October 2023
- You would want to move more than a few files when you are moving to a new computer (replacing your old one). The ideal outcome would be the transfer of all of your files, images, user profiles, accounts, favorites, bookmarks, emails, and everything…
29 October 2023
- When picking up your first smartphone, your first choice will be which one to purchase; the iPhone and Android are the two main possibilities. Though they both have a ton of amazing features, iPhones and Android phones are not the same. Hardware:…
29 October 2023
- A motor vehicle search is important especially when it comes to buying or selling cars and in the case of filing insurance for your car. Fortunately, you may undertake an NTSA Online Logbook Search for Motor Vehicles (TIMS) through the Transport…
29 October 2023
- The old domain user profiles won’t be automatically available after switching to a new domain. then each user will need to have it recreated. Naturally, the process of adding user settings and data to that profile should be as automated as possible…
29 October 2023
- Register Online: First, create an NTSA account. Open the NTSA account and log in. Apply for the Public Service Vehicle (PSV) badge for Conductors. Pay for it. Get the Conductor Public Service Vehicle (PSV) badge by going to the NTSA Office. How to…
29 October 2023
- Cash remains one of the preferred ways to pay in South Africa, accounting for nine out of ten transactions, according to BankservAfrica. Even with the growing selection of digital payment options, many people turn to cash because it’s convenient,…
29 October 2023
- A report by Sumsub, a full-cycle platform, gathered the information of a combination of a survey conducted by 100+ crypto companies and expert interviews of professionals in the industry. Overall, 800,000+ fraud attempts were studied for this report…
