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12 October 2023 - Customers will be able to set up standing orders on M-PESA for bills and send money to friends and family. The service is available through a mini app. Safaricom has launched standing orders on its mobile money platform, M-PESA. This service was…

12 October 2023 - “At some point this year, we crossed a billion dollars in GMV. We have also onboarded over 200,000 merchants on our platform,“ said Sabi's co-founder and CEO, Anu Adasolum.

12 October 2023 - Three years ago, we embarked on a journey discussing the renaissance of the PC. It was a reminder of the PC’s integral role in connecting and collaborating. However, it wasn’t until 2020, during the height of work-from-home and virtual learning,…

12 October 2023 - In a parliamentary session yesterday, October 11, a member of parliament suggested that the EU's investigation of X for misinformation should be factored in the vetting process for Starlink’s operation licence application in Zimbabwe.

12 October 2023 - Within the ever-expanding digital app landscape, social media continues on an upward trajectory without any indication of slowing down. Meanwhile, there's another major category that has come into the scene.In September 2023, global app downloads…

12 October 2023 - The project management office (PMO) of the Central Bank of Lesotho (CBL) has been named as first-ever PMO of the Year for the country. This is the initial leg of the annual Global PMO Awards, the largest award of its type for PMOs and PMO leaders…

12 October 2023 - Amidst the current challenging investment and economic climate in Africa, some startups are still seizing remarkable funding opportunities. One such success story is Amenli, an Egyptian insurtech startup that recently secured a substantial equity…

12 October 2023 - Possible EVS, a Nigerian electric mobility firm, is set to launch EV assembly plants in Nigeria that will produce up to 10,000 EVs annually. 

12 October 2023 - Microsoft has announced a five-year strategic technology partnership with Africa’s payment startup Flutterwave. Through the new collaboration, Microsoft said Flutterwave... Source

12 October 2023 - With fast-tracked digital transformation, there is a dire need for increased protection of data especially now that most of our... Source

12 October 2023 - Following the launch of Apple’s iPhone 15 in South Africa, iStore proudly introduces its highest-ever trade-in values, revolutionizing the way customers upgrade their iPhones. iStore now offers the world’s most exceptional trade-in values. This bold…

12 October 2023 - Microsoft has announced a five-year strategic technology partnership with Flutterwave. In this collaboration, Flutterwave aims to build its next-generation platform on Microsoft Azure, with the goal of accelerating payment innovation in Africa and,…

12 October 2023 - Media, business, government, technology, and community leaders from across Africa and beyond will convene in Cape Town, South Africa for in the annual Africa Business Media Innovators (ABMI) forum on October 30 – November 1. Co-hosted by M. Scott…

12 October 2023 - UiPath, a prominent enterprise automation software company, has named Zakaria Haltout the Area Vice President for the Middle East and Africa regions. This strategic move aims to strengthen UiPath’s leadership capabilities in regions with significant…

12 October 2023 - To celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child, Cape Town Science Centre partnered with Google to train South African girls aged 10 to 13 in AI and Robotics. Bridging the Gender Gap in STEM The primary goal of this initiative is to bridge the…

12 October 2023 - Global cloud communication platform Infobip has launched Experiences, a set of predefined GenAI-supported use cases aimed at empowering and enhancing business results for brands. This initiative begins in Brazil but will expand to other regions…

12 October 2023 - Safaricom has in partnership with Kitui county launched the MyCounty app platform aimed at digitizing county services for more efficient operations and increased revenue collection. The platform will offer services such as payment for county... The…

12 October 2023 - Sony Innovation Fund (SIF) has announced the launch of an African fund. The Sony Innovation Fund Africa is unique as it will specifically focus on entertainment businesses in the continent. SIF is fully funded by Sony and tends to invest in early-…

12 October 2023 - Absa Bank Kenya PLC has today announced an increase in transaction limits on its Timiza wallet. Under the new changes, the maximum amount that one can transact in a single transaction on Timiza has been raised to KES 250,000 from KES 150,000. At the…

12 October 2023 - The B2C consumer payments sector has witnessed significant disruption over the past five years as fintechs, neobanks, and big tech companies introduced innovative digital value propositions to the market. Apple and Google have become synonymous with…

12 October 2023 - Yale, a smart home security solutions provider, has unveiled its latest smart home device, aimed at enhancing convenience and security for all entry points in consumers’ homes. Yale’s Smart Gate and Garage Opener allows app-controlled gate and…

12 October 2023 - Nigeria’s president Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed new and returning CEOs for offices under the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy. Special adviser to the president on media and publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, shared the…

12 October 2023 - The foundation urges increased funding for global health R&D and allocates $30 million for African AI platform.

12 October 2023 - Médéric Chomel, a seasoned business transformation expert, joins Artefact to lead expansion efforts in Africa.

12 October 2023 - Kush Investments enhances its ICT portfolio with virtual fibers on Sparkle's Equiano submarine cable, boosting connectivity in West Africa.

12 October 2023 - The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) reveals substantial growth in internet usage and broadband accessibility.

12 October 2023 - MTN Uganda's success in achieving a 51% female workforce sets a global example for gender diversity.

12 October 2023 - Commvault has unveiled robust backup and recovery solutions for enterprises, powered by Lenovo technology. These solutions provide IT teams with unified data management, ensuring flexibility, reliability, superior performance at scale, cost-…

12 October 2023 - 1,000 smallholder maize farmers in Embu County gain access to digital credit for inputs and insurance.

12 October 2023 - Duncan Eric Ogonji has been appointed as the new Regional Director IT at Plan International for the Middle East, Eastern... Source

12 October 2023 - Last week, the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Development Centre was launched in Nairobi, Kenya. The good news has been followed by more good news as Amazon has advertised open positions. Yesterday, AWS posted online 30 job vacancies. The company is…

12 October 2023 - Nine diverse startups present cutting-edge solutions, demonstrating Oman's vibrant entrepreneurial landscape at Omantel Innovation Labs.

12 October 2023 - Over the past few years, Africa has witnessed the growth in e-commerce. Businesses both large and small have adapted e-commerce either wholesomely or in a hybrid setup. That means some traditional brick-and-mortar stores have set up e-commerce…

12 October 2023 - Omantel sponsors award to boost entrepreneurship, foster SME growth, and contribute to Oman's economic development.

12 October 2023 - ZainTECH presents its cutting-edge portfolio of digital solutions in cloud, cybersecurity, data, and robotics. Strategic announcements expected.

12 October 2023 - Service providers gain flexibility to migrate Amdocs classic applications, enhancing integration with Amdocs Customer Engagement Platform.

12 October 2023 - Etisalat by e& pioneers 5G mmWave deployment over 10km, setting a milestone for private networks.

12 October 2023 - Bolt has reaffirmed its pledge to adhere strictly to Kenyan regulations, underscoring its dedication to building a sustainable business model. This commitment comes a few hours after it was reported that the NTSA had rejected... The post Bolt’s…

12 October 2023 - Day 2 of TechCabal's Moonshot Conference will feature panels with Olugbenga Abgoola, Josh Chibueze, Fisayo Fosudo, Jola Ayeye, and Korty EO. The winner of the ₦2.5 million TC Battlefield prize will also be announced. Here's the recap of day 1. Read…

12 October 2023 - Amidst license renewal wrangles with the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), Bolt has revealed plans to 100 million euros in the market to further increase our footprint across the country.  The Estonian firm says the investment aims to…

12 October 2023 - Leading African payments company, Flutterwave has entered a 5-year technology collaboration with Microsoft to build an upgraded platform on Microsoft Azure. The goal is to accelerate payment innovation and small business growth across Africa. Small…

11 October 2023 - Bode Afobarin, the COO at Flutterwave, said that for Flutterwave’s expansion, the company developed a playbook and likened the effect of the playbook to how Catholic churches are similar worldwide.

11 October 2023 - Global cybersecurity company, Infopercept, has been appointed as a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) partner for NeuVector by SUSE’s container... Source

11 October 2023 - Investing in any business comes with its own risks and rewards, and the African tech space is no different. However, no investor takes a bet on a business expecting losses or risks, according to Olumide Soyombo, a partner at Voltron Capital.

11 October 2023 - The 45,000 km long undersea cable will land in 32 other African countries. The new deep-sea cable project will encircle Africa when complete and is expected to land in Lagos and Kwa Ibo, a river town in Nigeria’s southeast this November, TechCabal…

11 October 2023 - After it was reported that Bolt’s license renewal was declined, the digital taxing company has come out to state it is not leaving the Kenyan market. The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) had alleged violations of transportation…

11 October 2023 - In today’s fast-paced digital era, the integration of technology into our daily activities is becoming the norm for a well-connected... Source

11 October 2023 - “When a practitioner creates an idea to disrupt things, the policymaker sees displacement. The only way to solve that problem is through collaboration," said Oswald Guobadia.

11 October 2023 - Elon Musk-owned satellite internet service, Starlink, has continued to expand its services in Africa, marking its footprint in the sixth country, including, Nigeria, Kenya, Mozambique, Rwanda, Malawi, and now Zambia.The price point for Starlink…

11 October 2023 - The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has refused to renew Bolt’s operating license citing alleged breaches that include illegal commission charges and booking fees. This decision deals a significant blow to the Estonian-based firm,...…