06 October 2023
- Despite only just announcing a $50 million funding round that elevated its valuation from $600 million to a near-unicorn valuation of $980 million in its latest funding round, e-commerce-focused packaging company Bizongo has laid off a portion of…
06 October 2023
- How Lesly Marange, founder of Zimbabwe-based Glytime Foods, started and grew a food company amid numerous economic and operational challenges.
06 October 2023
- Mindware expands offerings with NVIDIA's AI and digital twin solutions, driving technological advancement in MEA.
06 October 2023
- Funding Overview: Q3 Witnesses the Year’s Most Modest Funding In September 2023, 22 African tech startups secured $116.7 million in funding over 22 fully disclosed rounds. This starkly contrasts the $243.7 million amassed in August 2023, marking a…
06 October 2023
- Ahead of the Africa Bitcoin Conference (ABC), a preliminary gathering tailored for developers and Bitcoin community members was conducted in Lagos, Nigeria, on September 29, 2023. This occasion brought together developers, reporters, program…
06 October 2023
- SpaceX’s satellite internet service, Starlink, is reducing its prices in Nigeria to attract more customers. The cost of its kit has been cut by 20%, dropping from ₦378,000 ($378) to ₦299,000 ($299). Additionally, the company has collaborated with…
06 October 2023
- Baobab Network, an early-stage investor and accelerator that backs technology companies across Africa, has announced plans to invest in 1000 companies between now and 2033 providing $100,000 in funding for each company that goes through its 12-week…
06 October 2023
- With global remittance expected to increase by 1.4% to $656 billion and Sub-Saharan remittance market expected to hit $55 billion in 2023 according to the World Bank, users may seek flexible and secure money transfer solutions. Flex Money Transfer…
06 October 2023
- stc Bahrain pioneers 5G Network Slicing, offering tailored networks, low latency, and immersive experiences for businesses and individuals.
06 October 2023
- Twiga has confirmed to TechCabal that it is in talks with Incentro Africa, a Google services reseller, to resolve their ongoing legal tussle. Twiga was taken to court by Incentro to recover a $261,878 debt. Incentro Africa asked the court to give a…
06 October 2023
- The world’s leading blockchain ecosystem and infrastructure provider, Binance, has partnered with Miti Alliance, a social enterprise in Kenya, to collaborate with young students in planting trees for their community. This partnership underscores the…
06 October 2023
- Paratus Zambia partners with Starlink to offer efficient, multiple payment options, and dedicated support for businesses.
06 October 2023
- A new impact firm, Axum, has been launched by seven former partners from the renowned Dalberg advisory service based in Africa and the Middle East. The formation of Axum represents an initiative driven by over a century’s worth of collective…
06 October 2023
- Yahsat Government Solutions secures 17-year mandate, valued at AED 18.7 billion, to provide satellite capacity and services.
06 October 2023
- “We never play a valuation game so we are never on to the hottest thing. Rather, we look at businesses that are focused on serving the needs of their sector,” said Okpala.
06 October 2023
- TLcom Capital, the Africa-focused venture capital firm, has officially announced its fifth annual Africa Tech Female Founder Summit, which will be held on Tuesday 14th November 2022 in Lagos, Nigeria. The headline session will feature a...
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06 October 2023
- Movate bolsters its customer experience services with TSD Global acquisition, advancing AI-driven solutions and client base.
06 October 2023
- Vertiv has announced the introduction of Vertiv Liebert APM2, a new energy-efficient and scalable power solution to its uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems portfolio. The Liebert APM2 is compatible with lithium-ion (Li-ion) and VRLA batteries…
06 October 2023
- Safaricom's 12th Sustainable Business Report reveals significant economic contributions, ESG initiatives, and transformative impacts.
06 October 2023
- The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) opened applications for the African Master’s in Machine Intelligence (AMMI) program, welcoming prospective students to embark on a transformative journey towards becoming experts in machine…
06 October 2023
- For centuries, Black women have been at the helm of groundbreaking discoveries, specifically in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Overcoming racial barriers and gender biases, Black women from across the world…
06 October 2023
- Yesterday, Zambia became the seventh African country to get Starlink, SpaceX's satellite internet service. In Zambia, it will cost ZMW10,744 ($505) for Starlink’s hardware, and ZMW507 ($24) for the monthly subscription.
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06 October 2023
- The International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA) and Speak Up Africa have announced the winners of the second edition of the Africa Young Innovators for Health Award for contributions to Universal Health Coverage…
05 October 2023
- Kenyan legislation stipulates that you must have the following in order to change your car’s color: Steps to Change Color Things You Must Know Before Changing Car Color In the end, it is that simple to change the color of your car because…
05 October 2023
- You might be wondering how to enter the Diversity Visa or Green Card Lottery Program if you wish to obtain a permanent residency card, sometimes referred to as a “green card,” in order to remain in the United States. This is particularly true if you…
05 October 2023
- Kenya’s parliament Ad Hoc Committee on Worldcoin operations in Kenya released its report. To recap, the Ad Hoc committee was set up on 15th of August 2023. The main objective was to look into the activities of Worldcoin. Worldcoin is a…
05 October 2023
- Remotask.com is an online site that lets users earn money by performing basic tasks while working from home. These assignments are provided by a wide range of clients for RemoTasks, including numerous creative start-up businesses. The main need for…
05 October 2023
- Terser Adamu talks to Richmond Bassey, who is the CEO and founder of Nigeria-based Bamboo, an investment platform that allows its users to invest in US-listed stocks.
05 October 2023
- TLcom Capital, the Africa-focused venture capital firm, has announced its fifth annual Africa Tech Female Founder Summit set to hold on Tuesday 14th November 2022 in Lagos, Nigeria. The headline session will feature a fireside conversation with…
05 October 2023
- A significant breakthrough for Kenyan detectives has led to the apprehension of 11 suspects. The suspects are linked to a high-level motor vehicle registration fraud within the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). This operation comes…
05 October 2023
- Getting to your destination without relying on an internet connection is now at the tip of your fingers, courtesy of the offline maps feature introduced by Apple with iOS 17.Whether you're exploring unfamiliar territory or aiming to conserve your…
05 October 2023
- Lumu Technologies, the brainchild of Colombian entrepreneur Ricardo Villadiego, has successfully secured a staggering $30 million in a Series B funding round. This substantial infusion of capital marks a significant milestone for the Colombian…
05 October 2023
- Adding subtitles to a video can enhance its accessibility and appeal. Whether you want to make your content more inclusive or simply wish to provide context, adding subtitles is very useful and comes in handy.It is no longer a tedious task to add…
05 October 2023
- According to the British investment consultancy Buyshares, Brazil is the world’s fourth-largest market for mobile wallets, and transactions with this advanced payment option are expected to increase up to more than $22 billion by the end of 2023.In…
05 October 2023
- Kenya Power is implementing a Rapid Results Initiative (RRI) to fast-track meter installation for new connections across the country. Speaking at Stima Plaza during an event to kick start the Customer Service Week, Kenya Power’s Managing Director…
05 October 2023
- The Fak’ugesi African Digital Innovation Festival, founded in 2014 to showcase and develop skills in technology, art and culture in Africa, announced the winners of the Fak’ugesi 2023 Awards for Digital Creativity. The winning projects spanning…
05 October 2023
- According to the Starlink website, the service will cost 10,744 Zambian kwacha ($505) for the hardware and 507 Zambian kwacha ($24) for the monthly subscription. Data by UK research firm Cable shows that Zambia has the fourth most expensive data…
05 October 2023
- Numbers from Kenya’s largest telco Safaricom indicate Kenya is very much a Fuliza nation. This is based on Safaricom’s Financial Inclusion profile revealed as part of their sustainability report. Fuliza is owned by the three entities, with Safaricom…
05 October 2023
- Pick n Pay asap! has relaunched its rapidly growing on-demand delivery app, offering customers unlimited free delivery throughout October. The app has experienced remarkable growth in 2023, and these upgrades aim to provide a smoother, faster, and…
05 October 2023
- At the Made by Google 2023, Google also unveiled Android 14. This may have gone under the radar with the spotlight on the much-anticipated Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, alongside the sleek Pixel Watch 2. However, the new OS is here and has an array of…
05 October 2023
- African tech leaders and investors are set to gather in Lagos, Nigeria this October for TechCabal’s inaugural Moonshot Conference. They include Gbenga Agboola, CEO of Flutterwave, Anu Adasolum; Founder and CEO, Sabi and Marlon Nichols; Founding…
05 October 2023
- As the world’s most unequal country, South Africa’s lopsided wealth distribution has created a two-tiered healthcare system whose inequality mirrors that of apartheid, a system supposedly replaced by democracy 29 years ago.
05 October 2023
- Google has announced 11 African startups for its Inaugural Africa AI First accelerator program which will see them undergo a 10-week accelerator program where they will learn from Google’s AI expertise, get technical guidance and a $350k allocation…
05 October 2023
- Google has unveiled the first cohort for its ‘Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First’ program. The 11 startups, selected from a pool of innovative talent, use cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence to address Africa’s and global challenges. These…
05 October 2023
- Despite being scam-savvy, a new study by Visa has revealed that most consumers in Kenya are likely to be at risk of becoming victims of fraud. Research across 17 countries in Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa (CEMEA) revealed a…
05 October 2023
- Google has unveiled the first cohort for its ‘Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First’ program, marking a significant leap forward for African innovation. The 11 selected startups, chosen from a competitive field of groundbreaking projects,...
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05 October 2023
- Google today unveiled the first cohort for its ‘Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First’ program. The 11 startups, picked from a vast pool of innovative talent, are using cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence to address both Africa’s challenges and…
05 October 2023
- AWS inaugurates hub, affirming Kenya's tech talent, generating jobs, and advancing global solutions in tech.
05 October 2023
- BFA Global, FSD Africa, and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) have launched the Africa Blue Wave, a $1 million initiative to support tech startups which will contribute to more sustainable livelihoods and use of ocean and…
05 October 2023
- South African universities are poised for major advances in connectivity and research, thanks to a collaborative project with Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), South African National Research Network (SANReN), the Tertiary…
