19 September 2023
- Nedbank and SAA Voyager have unveiled an exciting expansion of their partnership. Convert SAA Voyager Miles to AvoPoints for convenient shopping on Avo SuperShop, featuring favorite brands with speedy delivery. Privesan Naidoo, Nedbank Executive…
19 September 2023
- Accidents happen, no matter how tech savvy you are. One of the most dreaded accidents is the permanent deletion of files. Whether it is an important work document, cherished family photos, or critical project files, losing data can be a heart-…
19 September 2023
- Apple launched the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus, which include a new curved edge on the aluminum enclosure and an industry-first color-infused back glass with a beautiful, textured matte finish. Both devices have the Dynamic Island and cutting-…
19 September 2023
- Investing in Innovation Africa (i3) reveals 29 startups across 21 African countries, revolutionizing healthcare supply chains.
19 September 2023
- Ransomware attacks have emerged as a formidable threat to businesses and organizations worldwide, leaving a trail of disruption and financial losses in their wake. These malicious attacks involve cybercriminals encrypting critical data and…
19 September 2023
- CloudHop and Cloudflare have launched a strategic partnership to provide distribution of technology solutions that will enhance cyber security using advanced measures to protect digital assets and user data across Africa. During the launch at...…
19 September 2023
- Lupiya, a neobank based in Zambia, has raised US$8.25 million in Series A funding to expand into existing and potential new markets. Alitheia IDF Fund led the Series A funding round, which included major contributions from INOKS Capital SA and the…
19 September 2023
- During NOVACOM Summits’ first-ever African edition of the Digital Transformation Strategy Summit in Cape Town South Africa, we also sat down with Pauline Macharia, the CEO and Founder of ReImaging Plus to to talk about digital transformation in…
19 September 2023
- Emata, the agricultural finance solution for East African farmers, has completed a $2.4 million seed fundraise, comprising $800,000 in equity and $1.6 million in on-lending capital. African Renaissance Partners, Norrsken Accelerator, Zephyr Acorn…
19 September 2023
- Mecho Autotech, a Nigerian company that offers high-quality auto components as well as car maintenance and repair services, has closed a US$2.4 million pre-Series A funding round in order to launch a B2B distribution platform for aftermarket parts…
19 September 2023
- Communications Authority of Kenya has suspended Director General Ezra Chiloba. Christopher Wambua appointed Acting Director General pending investigation.
19 September 2023
- Following a competitive round of semi-finale business pitches and judging held on September 1 and 2 at Norrsken House in Kigali, Rwanda, the Jack Ma Foundation and Alibaba Philanthropy-sponsored Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) Prize Competition,…
19 September 2023
- Sehatech, an Egyptian health insurance startup, has secured a $850,000 funding round. The startup has received US$850k in funding from A15 and Beltone Venture Capital, a division of Beltone Holding Company, in order to advance its goal of using…
19 September 2023
- South Africa grapples with a water crisis, marked by scarcity and ineffective management, causing disruptions like the 58-hour shutdown in Johannesburg in July. This emphasizes the urgency of adopting innovative solutions to secure water resources…
19 September 2023
- Nestcoin, a Nigerian cryptocurrency startup, has raised a $1.9 million funding round. A global group of investors, including Adaverse, Base Ecosystem Fund, Alter Global, CMT Digital, Magic Fund, 4DX Ventures, and participating angels, joined…
19 September 2023
- In light of recent disruptions involving undersea Internet cables, the importance of these cables for South Africa and the entire continent cannot be overstated. Acting as the continent’s digital arteries, they represent crucial entry points into…
19 September 2023
- Mobile operators urged to adopt flexible network solutions to adapt to evolving technologies and stay competitive.
19 September 2023
- Last evening, it emerged that the Director General for the Communications Authority (CA) Ezra Chiloba had been immediately suspended. Following the results of an internal audit, his suspension was announced by the CA board on the 18th of September…
19 September 2023
- Cleafy, a Milanese technology company specializing in proactive fraud prevention for digital banking, has secured €10 million in funding. Cleafy has designed an innovative solution to proactively prevent online banking fraud, and ensure a safe and…
19 September 2023
- Estonia-based EV charging startup VOOL announced that it has raised an additional €1.3M, bringing its total seed funding to €7.62M to date. VOOL says the investment will be used to scale up EV charger production in its local factory to meet…
19 September 2023
- Nijmegen-based Thirona, a company that specializes in advanced analysis of thoracic CT images with artificial intelligence (AI), announced that it has secured €7.5M in a fresh round of funding. This funding includes a €5M investment from HERAN…
19 September 2023
- Microplate Dx, a diagnostics spinout company from the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, UK, announced that it has secured £2.5M in a seed round of funding. The company is working on a point-of-care diagnostic platform that can quickly confirm…
19 September 2023
- France-based Caeli Energie, a deeptech startup that aims to replace polluting air conditioning with low-carbon technology made in France, announced that it has raised €10M in its second round of funding. The investors in the round include Asterion…
19 September 2023
- The Spanish startup Correcto has closed a €6.5 million funding round led by Octopus Ventures, Carya Venture Partner, and River Park Venture. As announced in a press release, this investment aims to propel the company to the “next level” of product…
19 September 2023
- The rapid growth and expansion of Dariel Software’s operations in Gauteng and the Western Cape have prompted the appointment of Joshua Mills as a dedicated Talent Manager. His mission is to assist the company in attracting and retaining the best…
19 September 2023
- iRancho, a Brazilian agtech that offers efficient technology solutions for livestock management, secured a $1.4M investment from Banco do Brasil through the CVC BB Ventures, managed by MSW Capital. The company will use the funds to modernize…
19 September 2023
- Equity Bank and Mastercard have signed an ambitious Customer Business Agreement aimed at giving customers a broad range of benefits...
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19 September 2023
- At the dusk of Monday evening, Ezra Chiloba was suspended from his job as the Director General of the Communications...
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19 September 2023
- SAP and UNICEF renew collaboration to empower marginalized youth with digital and green economy skills.
19 September 2023
- stc Group and subsidiaries forge partnerships for digital infrastructure, advancing smart city projects nationwide. Emphasis on sustainability and innovation.
19 September 2023
- stc Group and NHC collaborate to enhance suburban digital infrastructure, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 goals.
19 September 2023
- KCB to M-Pesa and vice versa are frequent transactions. The KenyaCommercial Bank (Kenya) Ltd is a financial services provider licensed as a commercial bank, by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). The bank has also been running an Agency banking model…
19 September 2023
- With the rapid pace of global technological advancements, understanding the retail landscape’s evolving nature is critically important. In a world where technology has become a great enabler, international solution providers are often faced with…
19 September 2023
- Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has deployed 1,400 Revenue Service Assistants (RSA) who will be going door-to-door to ensure tax compliance. The RSA agents are part of the intrusive efforts by KRA to collect KES 3.03 trillion in revenue to finance…
19 September 2023
- Roam has launched the made-in-Kenya, fully electric Roam Move shuttle bus. This a major step that signifies the company is offering electric vehicle options for the Kenya matatu industry. Previously, Roam, which also sells electric bikes (Roam Air…
19 September 2023
- Elon Musk has implied X, formerly called Twitter, may require all users to pay a fee to have access to the platform. Musk brought up the idea of charging all users during a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday. “We…
18 September 2023
- Communications Authority (CA) Director General Ezra Chiloba has this evening been suspended. In the interim, his position has been filled by Christopher Wambua on an acting capacity. An internal memo to all CA staff stated: “Following a meeting of…
18 September 2023
- Ezra Chiloba, the Director General of the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has been suspended. According to a statement by board chair Mary Mungai, Chiloba was suspended on Monday although reasons for the suspension are still not clear.…
18 September 2023
- With over ₦1.1 trillion paid out to users, Piggytech has grown from a savings platform to a financial services behemoth in just 6 years. Here's a look at the close-knit executives that power this growth.
18 September 2023
- On Thursday, September 7, 2023, Mauritania took a significant step forward by unveiling its much-anticipated Startup Act. This move was announced during a Council of Ministers meeting and signifies a commitment by President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El…
18 September 2023
- Somehow, the online term "ice cream births" had passed me by. Not surprising, perhaps, given the incongruous, even outrageous nature of such a term.
18 September 2023
- The iPhone 14 Pro Max is the most shipped phone across the world this year. The model released last September, is selling for between $1,099 to $1,599. For contrast, the recently released iPhone 15 price from base model to the most expensive model…
18 September 2023
- According to people with direct knowledge of the deal, Whogohost’s acquisition of the customer messaging platform Sendchamp was a “mid-six-figure” deal. TechCabal understands that the deal was a mix of cash and equity, but most of Sendchamp’s…
18 September 2023
- Avoid layoffs if possible, as hiring and training new employees later is costly. Consider temporarily reducing hours or pay rather than terminating jobs.
18 September 2023
- Sendwave has introduced a new banking product called “Sendwave Pay.” This innovative solution offers Kenyan migrants access to an FDIC-insured bank account, complete with a debit card, presenting a unique proposition in the remittance market....…
18 September 2023
- In today’s digital age, our smartphones are not just communication tools but storehouses of personal information. That’s precisely why it’s crucial to be vigilant about their security. Have you ever wondered if your smartphone has been tampered…
18 September 2023
- The Chinese startup landscape, once a breeding ground for unicorns like ByteDance and Didi, is facing challenges due to slowing growth and geopolitical tensions, as revealed in a recent PitchBook report.
In the first half of 2023, venture capital…
18 September 2023
- Commvault®, an enterprise data protection leader for today’s global businesses announced that the company has been positioned by Gartner as a Leader in the 2023 Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Backup and Recovery Software Solutions with its…
18 September 2023
- 29 startups have been selected to receive funding and impact support from prominent organizations, including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, MSD, Microsoft, and others. The second cohort of the Investing in Innovation Africa (i3)...
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18 September 2023
- Naspers group’s chief investment officer Ervin Tu will become the company's interim CEO after the resignation of Bob Van Dijk
