16 October 2023
- Nigeria's inflation rate reaches 26.72% in September 2023, amid soaring food prices and harsh economic realities.
16 October 2023
- Worldwide banking and investment services IT spending is projected to reach a substantial $652.1 billion in 2023, marking an impressive 8.1% increase from the previous year, as reported by Gartner.The report attributed the projected investment…
16 October 2023
- Call screening is a Google feature that answers calls on your behalf and give you information about the caller/call, allowing you to choose a wide range of option for handling said call. Call Screen utilizes Google Assistant, providing a transcript…
16 October 2023
- Andela, the world’s largest private marketplace for technical talent, announced the Andela Talent Cloud, an integrated, end-to-end platform to match global technologists with companies seeking to bolster capacity and skill sets. According to a press…
16 October 2023
- Short video app Tiktok, announced on Sunday that it immediately mobilized resources and personnel to counter hate and misinformation emerging after the attack on Israel by the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas. This came in response to the EU’s…
16 October 2023
- Network International introduces Network One, a state-of-the-art payments platform, ensuring seamless interoperability for financial entities.
16 October 2023
- LG Electronics East Africa has expanded its retail network by opening a new Brandshop at T-mall, Nairobi bringing the total number of its brand shops in the country to five. Additionally, the company has also launched the smart Laundromat at the…
16 October 2023
- Andela, the world’s largest private marketplace for technical talent, announced today the Andela Talent Cloud, an integrated, end-to-end platform to match global technologists with companies seeking to bolster capacity and skill sets. According to a…
16 October 2023
- India's retail sector currently consumes more than 50% of the country's total electricity. However, rooftop solar installations constitute less than 2% of this energy mix. Given that solar power is substantially cheaper than grid power, this market…
16 October 2023
- Every day, people across Africa turn to Google products like Search, YouTube, and Fitbit for health insights. But Google is also researching how AI can enhance healthcare outcomes and empower partners to deliver better health services in Africa.…
16 October 2023
- dx5 (formerly CIO Africa) has released the first shortlist of companies that will compete in the CIO 100 Symposium &...
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16 October 2023
- Samsung has today officially announced the Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE and Galaxy Buds FE in the country. These are the company’s latest devices and join the flagship S23 series, the midrange A series and the foldable Z series from early this…
16 October 2023
- Embrace the transformative power of technology and connectivity in Africa at MWC Kigali 2023, where industry leaders and innovators converge to shape a brighter digital future for the continent.
16 October 2023
- Xiaomi Kenya has announced October 23rd as the launch date for the Redmi 12 in the country. It has a stylish design and slim design. The new Redmi 12 replaces the plastic back panel with a cleaner new design of front and back panels crafted from…
16 October 2023
- MwareTV offers a complete, profitable OTT TV package, simplifying content delivery for African telcos.
16 October 2023
- Rohde & Schwarz joins MWC Kigali, showcasing mobile testing solutions crucial for Africa's growing mobile industry.
16 October 2023
- The IDC report highlights Africa's cybersecurity challenges and emphasizes privileged access controls for enhanced security.
16 October 2023
- MTN emphasizes collaboration for innovation, digital transformation, and financial inclusion at MWC Kigali 2023.
16 October 2023
- Elon Musk’s SpaceX owns Starlink, a satellite internet provider service. To date, the service is accessible in Four African countries namely Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Mozambique in providing access to it. In July Starlink stated that the service…
16 October 2023
- Global XR (AR & VR) headset shipments declined 49% YoY in Q2 2023, according to recent data from Counterpoint.The decline was significantly more than in the previous second quarter as the market struggled with lacklustre demand. This was due to…
16 October 2023
- The recent explosion in Generative AI has seen more businesses enlist these models in their services from a wide range of use cases. Swami Sivasubramanian, vice president of Data and AI at AWS, attributes the recent surge of interest in generative…
16 October 2023
- The recent explosion in Generative AI has seen more businesses enlist these models in their services from a wide range of use cases. Swami Sivasubramanian, vice president of Data and AI at AWS, attributes the recent surge of interest in generative…
16 October 2023
- Safaricom unveiled Safaricom Hook, a new platform dedicated to empowering the youth through technology. With a focus on technology, career, and culture, it aims to support Gen Z aspirations and enhance their lives by providing custom offerings that…
16 October 2023
- Safaricom Hook supports Gen Z with digital skills, career preparation, and cultural pursuits for empowerment.
16 October 2023
- Foreign investment and partnerships play a pivotal role in shaping the growth trajectory of the tech sector in Africa. Here are key ways in which they impact African tech growth: 1. Access to Capital: – Foreign Investment: Foreign investment…
16 October 2023
- ScaleUp offers UAE startups/SMEs a chance to win AED 250,000, angel investor meetings, and exposure.
16 October 2023
- Public Service, Performance, and Delivery Management Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria says Kenyans will soon start paying a fee to access services across all Huduma Centers. The fee, the CS says will enable all the 52 Huduma Centers across the country…
16 October 2023
- The USB-C and Lightning connectors are currently the most popular connector standards. But, due to the universality of USB-C, the decline of the former is inevitable.These connectors – although at different capacities – perform similar functions…
16 October 2023
- Mastercard partners with Zywa to educate UAE youth about responsible spending and financial management.
16 October 2023
- etisalat by e& is honored for HR innovation and creating an empowered, integrated workplace environment.
16 October 2023
- The GSMA is delighted to announce that His Excellency Paul Kagame, the President of the Republic of Rwanda, will formally open MWC Kigali on...
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16 October 2023
- Ericsson emphasizes digital inclusion, industry progress, and sustainable growth through advanced technology and connectivity solutions in Africa.
16 October 2023
- South African logistics software platform Tripplo, has closed its seed funding extension round with a $1.8 million equity investment. The round was led by Futuregrowth Asset Management (representing Old Mutual Life Assurance Company South Africa)…
16 October 2023
- Shure presents advanced audio technology for professional industries, emphasizing quality for remote collaboration and broadcasts.
16 October 2023
- A recent survey conducted by Global Technology Company Epson has revealed that 72.1 percent of Kenyans are willing to invest...
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16 October 2023
- Lexar introduces advanced memory solutions for photographers, videographers, and PC enthusiasts, emphasizing high-speed performance and reliability.
16 October 2023
- Neural network-based language models such as ChatGPT are increasingly vital in various professions. A Russian Kaspersky survey found that 11% of respondents used chatbots, with nearly 30% foreseeing their potential to replace jobs in the future. In…
16 October 2023
- Africa Data Centres and DFC reaffirm commitment to boost Ghana's digital potential through cutting-edge ICT infrastructure.
16 October 2023
- Safaricom has designed a product targeting Gen Z, a digital native demographic. Dubbed “Safaricom Hook” the product recognizes that this generation will spend most of their lives online and from an early age. Therefore, Safaricom Hook is tailored to…
16 October 2023
- Microsoft and Flutterwave have entered into a five-year strategic technological partnership. Flutterwave will develop its next-generation platform on Microsoft Azure as a result of the new partnership, with the intention of boosting payment…
16 October 2023
- Amenli, an Egyptian insurtech startup, has completed a US$1 million equity investment round to support team growth, product development, and brand development. One of the largest insurance groups in the MENA region, Qatar Insurance Company’s…
16 October 2023
- To help fast-growing health and financial services firms in Africa, South Asia, and Southeast Asia gain access to growth capital and support the creation of new jobs, IFC has made an equity investment of US$50 million in a new fund by LeapFrog…
16 October 2023
- Sanari Capital, a majority black and female-owned South African private equity firm run by women, has raised US$65 million for its growth fund, which will be used to create jobs and promote economic development throughout Africa. Sanari Capital…
16 October 2023
- Intella, an Egyptian deep tech startup, has completed a US$3.4 million pre-Series A funding round that will support its Saudi market expansion and the creation of end-to-end AI models tailored to the MENA region. The startup has raised US$3.4…
16 October 2023
- MWC Kigali 2023, led by President Kagame, drives Africa's digital transformation and socio-economic development goals.
16 October 2023
- WATT Renewable Corporation (WATT) in Nigeria has raised US$13 million to expand its business as an independently owned provider of hybrid solar systems. Empower New Energy, a lender, and co-developer of renewable energy, provided the US$13 million…
16 October 2023
- Stitch, a South African fintech startup, has announced a US$25 million Series A extension round led by Ribbit Capital, which will be used to extend its end-to-end payments solutions and enter new markets. Following a US$6 million seed funding in…
16 October 2023
- Over 1,800 startups from 100 countries converge at Dubai's mega event to connect and innovate.
16 October 2023
- Global cybersecurity leader, SonicWall, brings latest trends and technology insights to GITEX Global 2023.
16 October 2023
- African investors are not immune to downturn dengue. But they do have to shed the herd instinct that brought the venture capital asset class to this moment.
