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06 September 2023 - Nigeria is hosting the Africa Internet Governance Forum 2023, bringing stakeholders together to discuss digital advancement and governance.

06 September 2023 - As digital payments surge in Nigeria, PalmPay intensifies security efforts with workshops, device management, and facial recognition.

06 September 2023 - The House of Procurement Group Limited has appointed Kennedy Mubita as the new Group Digital Business Executive. In this role,... Source

06 September 2023 - Zoho Corporation becomes the first bootstrapped SaaS company to reach 100 million users across its 55+ business applications. This achievement... Source

06 September 2023 - Sanlam, Africa’s largest non-banking financial services provider, and Allianz, one of the world’s leading insurers and financial services providers are pleased to announce that they have received regulatory approvals for the joint venture that…

06 September 2023 - Leatherback, a UK-based cross-border payments startup, has denied rumours of financial losses to SDQ Facilitators.

06 September 2023 - Infinix just announced the global launch of the Infinix ZERO 30 5G,  a successor to the Infinix ZER0 20. This mid-range smartphone boasts powerful features, running on a MediaTek Dimensity 8020 System-on-Chip (SoC) and offering up to 12GB of RAM…

05 September 2023 - The OPPO Reno10 5G is launching in Kenya today. It is the successor to the Reno8 T that I reviewed a few months back. I did love the Reno8 T particularly its design with the... The post OPPO Reno10 5G Unboxing and First Impressions appeared first…

05 September 2023 - If you are a WhatsApp user, get ready for these exciting changes that will make managing multiple accounts and using WhatsApp even more convenient. For a long time, the demands to operate multiple accounts within a single app have grown…

05 September 2023 - Mr. Ade Shonubi, the acting governor of the CBN, told reporters at an event in Lagos that the apex bank will clear the backlog of foreign exchange (FX) demands in two weeks.

05 September 2023 - You can check your NSFAS status with your ID number, using the WhatsApp, Website and USSD channels. See how to use each channel here:

05 September 2023 - Smartphones are taken for granted. It is easy to forget the incredible progress in download speed, the introduction of virtual assistants, advanced camera technology, augmented reality, and improved display quality over the past decade. Although…

05 September 2023 - When entrepreneurs come to pitch to us, we know if they say they’ll need $5 million for the next stage of building their business, they will likely end up needing much more. And it will take them a longer time to get there.

05 September 2023 - Habari Pay’s growth represents promising adoption of the bank's digital payments business as it looks to bolster its hold on the fintech sector. The fintech arm closed June 2023 with a cash balance of ₦3.6 billion.

05 September 2023 - ₿trust, the non-profit company formed by Block CEO Jack Dorsey and American rapper and entertainment mogul Shawn Carter, popularly known as Jay-Z, has acquired Qala, an organisation that trains African Bitcoin and Lightning engineers.

05 September 2023 - Communities is a small group feature on the 𝕏 platform (formerly Twitter) that allows users to create and add individuals they want into their community so they can all interact with one another. These are special spaces where you can…

05 September 2023 - The partnership comes at an interesting time when Starlink, a competitor to Project Kuiper, has been experiencing regulatory pushback, particularly in southern Africa.

05 September 2023 - More and more companies are adopting a multi-cloud strategy and recognizing the benefits of multiple cloud service providers. Agility, fast response times, and the ability to use the best platform for each workload are among the key arguments.…

05 September 2023 - "How can we better strengthen the community of fintech professionals in Africa? Anyone can connect with anyone else, but if you do not take the time and effort to build meaningful connections, it becomes much harder to operate in the industry."

05 September 2023 - In many African countries, remittances play a crucial role, sometimes making up as much as 20% of the GDP. However, traditional money transfer methods suffer from prohibitively high fees, which can be as steep as 20% of the transferred amount.…

05 September 2023 - Bybit, the world’s third most visited crypto exchange, is collaborating with permissionless and decentralized trading platform ApeX Pro to open the door to ApeX Pro’s new Smart Liquidity Pool (SLP) where users can easily earn an attractive real…

05 September 2023 - Do you ever need maps on your iPhone when you're in places with no internet? Maybe you're out hiking, travelling to a remote area, or just want to save your data. Well, you can actually download maps to use on your iPhone even when you'

05 September 2023 - FSD Africa Investments (FSDAi), the investing arm of FSD Africa, announced its decision to invest $19.5 million in support of climate adaptation and climate-aligned infrastructure projects in Africa and to promote the continent’s resilience to…

05 September 2023 - An unsubstantiated report making the rounds on closed WhatsApp and Telegram communities claims that Leatherback lost a significant sum to an entity known as SDQ Facilitators–Leatherback told TechCabal it is aware of the rumours and denied all the…

05 September 2023 - Lagos state launched its blue rail line, on Monday. Yet the blue line will still have to wait four weeks to be electrified while it is still in testing phase, said the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA). Presently, the train is…

05 September 2023 - If you have or haven't applied for the 2023 NSFAS funding, there are important updates you may need to know. Read here now:

05 September 2023 - Kaspersky announced the appointment of Andrew Voges as the new General Manager for Africa.  Given the rapidly evolving digital landscape, the rise in ransomware attacks, and the need for the protection of IT assets in the continent, Voges’…

05 September 2023 - There's important information regarding appeals, grant application updates, and changing your bank details for the SASSA SRD 2023. Read more here now:

05 September 2023 - Africa’s Cybercrime landscape is a cause for great concern. In Interpol’s latest African Cyberthreat Assessment Report clearly indicates the rising threat of cybercrime for governments. The rapid advancement and interconnectivity of technology is…

05 September 2023 - FutureBank partners with IDVerse for swift, secure digital identity verification, advancing its digital transformation and customer onboarding. This partnership allows new FutureBank customers to access the IDVerse software as part of its offering…

05 September 2023 - Zoho is one of the leading business applications developers. The company has announced that it is currently serving over 100 million users globally. The company has over 55 business applications, some are free while some... The post Zoho’s user…

05 September 2023 - In Indonesia, the smartphone market faced its eighth consecutive decline in Q2 2023, falling 6.3% in the quarter. However, it experienced a seasonal increase of 13.8% compared to the previous quarter, reaching a total of 8.9 million units,…

05 September 2023 - Zoho has revealed that it has hit 100 million users across its more than 55 business applications becoming the first bootstrapped SaaS company to reach this milestone. This growth comes on the heels of the company reaching 1 billion USD in annual…

05 September 2023 - Rhodes Business School has been recognised for its focus on sustainability and ethical leadership. This accolade comes after they were... Source

05 September 2023 - Hong Kong Productivity Council Cyber Security (HKPC Cyber Security) unveiled the “Smart & Secure City Hall” showcasing cyber security, IoT, multi-cloud, connected vehicles, smartphone security, privacy protection, and security surveillance…

05 September 2023 - Vertiv has announced the appointment of Tarsus Distribution as a distribution partner for Sub Saharan Africa, with the aim of further expanding Vertiv’s reach across the region, in particular within the local IT channel. Tarsus... The post Vertiv…

05 September 2023 - Husk Power Systems has made a significant commitment to accelerate climate-resilient economic growth in rural Sub-Saharan Africa through its “Africa Sunshot” initiative. The goal is to have 2,500 net-zero mini-grids operating in off-grid and weak-…

05 September 2023 -  Wasoko has announced its expansion into the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) leveraging its existing ecommerce hub in neighboring Rwanda. With the announcement marking the startup’s second country expansion this year after launching its Zambia…

05 September 2023 - Kaspersky has announced the appointment of Andrew Voges as the new General Manager for Africa. Given the rapidly evolving digital... Source

05 September 2023 - In a groundbreaking development, ATG Digital, pioneers in the field of Access Control and Visitor Management, has unveiled its advanced QR Code Reader solution, heralding a new era in precision access control. This system is set to “revolutionize…

05 September 2023 - Google has appointed its current Managing Director for YouTube in EMEA Emerging Markets Alex Okosi as Managing Director for Google in Africa. In his new role, Okosi will be responsible for Google’s operations in Africa including programs to help…

05 September 2023 - Vertiv appoints Tarsus Distribution as a Sub Saharan Africa distributor, enhancing access to IT channel market.

05 September 2023 - Young African leaders call for involvement in climate decisions, propose Global Green Bank, and seek UN Youth office.

05 September 2023 - AFC and CPF Financial Services join forces to fund infrastructure projects in Kenya, leveraging expertise and capital.

05 September 2023 - KenGen and KoTDA commence construction of advanced data center, driving innovation and industrialization in geothermal-rich Olkaria.

05 September 2023 - Safaricom closes KES 15 billion Sustainability Linked Loan, paving the way for transformative sustainable investments.

05 September 2023 - Google today announced that Alex Okosi, currently Managing Director for YouTube in EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa) Emerging Markets,... Source

05 September 2023 - mPharma, the Ghanaian startup that manages prescription drug inventory for pharmacies and their suppliers, has laid off 150 employees.

05 September 2023 - The introduction of Language Model tools like ChatGPT in November 2022 marked a significant paradigm shift in how we interact with online information. These tools brought the capability to not only retrieve search results but also engage in…

04 September 2023 - Ride-hailing platform Bolt is set to reward its loyal drivers with up to N50 million in the latest edition of its Drive for a Prize campaign. The campaign, which is open to new and existing drivers in Bolt’s markets across Nigeria, will run for…