11 May 2023
- myCounty app, a tech platform aptly described as “eCitizen but for counties” is now in 14 counties that form the Lake Region Economic Bloc (LREB). The app was launched for the first time in Makueni County. It will provide an open architecture to support…
10 May 2023
- At the annual Google I/O developer conference, a wide array of cutting-edge technologies and updates were showcased, all aimed at…
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10 May 2023
- The Zindi platform connects commercial organisations, NGOs and Governments with a global community of data scientists and machine learning experts…
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10 May 2023
- TECNO has picked award winning musician, Nyashinski as its new brand ambassador for its latest product, the CAMON 20 series. …
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10 May 2023
- Sudan's acacia trees provide over 70% of the global gum arabic supply, a vital ingredient in fizzy drinks, cosmetics, and candy, with few substitutes available.
10 May 2023
- Samsung SmartThings Find has expanded to include 300 million ‘find nodes’, registered and opted-in devices that can help other Samsung…
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10 May 2023
- Break out the butterfly clips and hair gel and dust off your platform sneakers because the Backstreet Boys are coming…
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10 May 2023
- Tulix, a Kenyan payment platform has launched a web app that targets diaspora customers to instantly pay to businesses in…
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10 May 2023
- Safaricom has signed up 14 counties from the lake regions in a move to promote digital transformation in the counties…
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10 May 2023
- Twitter updates has seen the introduction of Direct Message Replies. We learnt via the Twitter Support account, that users can reply to any message received in DMs. This is very similar to how one can respond to messages on WhatsApp. Previously, one…
10 May 2023
- Imagine this scenario: You've just captured a beautiful picture on your Android phone, and now you want to view it on a larger screen. Additionally, you receive a text message, but you don't want to interrupt your work on your PC by constantly grabbing…
10 May 2023
- Prosus NV, the investment firm affiliated with South African media group Naspers Ltd., is reportedly considering divestments from its financial technology company PayU operating in emerging markets.Sources familiar with the matter revealed that Prosus…
10 May 2023
- A new update to the MySafaricom app sees the telco hide its users from the shame of having to use Fuliza. Fuliza an overdraft facility, has been popular since Safaricom introduced it. In the previous version of the MySafaricom app, the Fuliza statement…
10 May 2023
- Zoom is a popular video conferencing platform that allows people to connect with each other through video and audio calls. It's like having a virtual meeting room where you can see and talk to multiple participants at the same time, no matter where they…
10 May 2023
- Vietnam is planning to implement a measure requiring social media users on platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok to verify their identities in an effort to combat online scams.The government regulation which is expected to be issued later this…
10 May 2023
- South African e-health startup Quro Medical has secured ZAR25 million ($1.3 million) in funding from Mineworkers Investment Company (MIC) to further develop its innovative hospital-at-home solution.Founded in 2018, Quro Medical offers an affordable and…
10 May 2023
- Google Slides is a web-based presentation software offered by Google as part of the Google Workspace suite. It allows users to create, edit, and collaborate on slide presentations online.Similar to other presentation tools like Microsoft PowerPoint,…
10 May 2023
- Global average weekly cyberattacks increased by 7% in Q1 2023 compared to the same period in 2022, with each organization facing an average of 1,248 attacks per week, according to a report by Checkpoint.While the volume of attacks only increased…
10 May 2023
- Mobile money services are growing at an accelerated pace globally, with adoption rates even quicker than anticipated, according to the annual State of the Industry Report on Mobile Money 2023 by the GSMA.The number of registered mobile money accounts…
10 May 2023
- If you have purchased a new computer or are planning to switch to a different web browser, Google Chrome offers a straightforward way to preserve all your bookmarks. By following the instructions provided, you can export and save your bookmarks,…
10 May 2023
- Indian edtech giant BYJU'S is reportedly in the process of securing $1 billion in funding at its current valuation of $22 billion.The funding will come through a combination of equity and structured instruments, which are market-linked investment…
10 May 2023
- The Gulf Information Technology Exhibition Africa, or GITEX Africa for short, is set to take place in Marrakech, Morocco from May 31 to June 2, 2023. This event is the...
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10 May 2023
- An interview with Darren Franks, interim CEO of the Fintech Association of South Africa.
10 May 2023
- After experiencing the disappointment of being laid off from a lucrative job he had just landed at Amazon Web Services...
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10 May 2023
- If you're looking for where to get consistent motivation and resources in your tech journey, then a community is the way to go. This edition of #EnteringTech🚀 explores one of the very few cases where peer pressure is actually good.
10 May 2023
- Uber is venturing into the flight bookings sector – largely being dominated by platforms like Expedia, Kayak, Lastminute.com, and Skyscanner – as it builds on its existing services that include train and coach ticket bookings in the UK.The ride-hailing…
10 May 2023
- One in nine South Africans is affected by diabetes, which is also the number one killer of women and the second cause of death in the country. Daily self-management is critical to controlling the desease and preventing devastating medical complications…
10 May 2023
- Safaricom (NSE: SCOM) has today announced a KES 9.2 million sponsorship for the fourth edition of the Kip Keino Classics Continental Tour scheduled for Saturday 13th May, at the Moi International...
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10 May 2023
- As of December 2022, the total number of monthly active users of mobile apps in Africa exceeded 270 million, a 14% increase compared to the beginning of the year. This is according to a new report released by DataSparkle, a data and analytics platform…
10 May 2023
- The Nairobi developer community was hosted by BudPay, a leading payment processor this past Saturday. The event was designed to attract developers eager for chances to demonstrate their coding prowess, discover new technologies, and connect with other…
10 May 2023
- The Samsung Galaxy A24 4G is one of the latest smartphones from the company to launch in Kenya. The phone is available in stores starting from Ksh 30,800. You can get the phone through Jumia...
10 May 2023
- Ah, intellectual property (IP) – that mysterious and nebulous concept that keeps entrepreneurs and investors awake at night. It’s the…
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10 May 2023
- Quro Medical, a revolutionary healthcare technology startup has raised $1.3 million (R25 million) from the Mineworkers Investment Company (MIC), through…
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10 May 2023
- Despite the challenges brought by the pandemic, companies in various sectors such as fintech, renewable energy, healthcare, commodities, and agriculture recorded a high compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the three-year period between 2018 and 2021.…
10 May 2023
- South African healthtech startup Guidepost has provided an AI-powered chatbot to help South Africans living with diabetes better manage their…
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10 May 2023
- Singapore-based cybersecurity startup SquareX has raised a $6 million seed round led by Sequoia Capital Southeast Asia, to revolutionize browser-based cybersecurity.Founded by serial cybersecurity entrepreneur Vivek Ramachandran, SquareX offers a…
10 May 2023
- Techstripped Africa is thrilled to announce the launch of its first-ever Innovation Challenge, aimed at inspiring and empowering technology students…
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10 May 2023
- Sophos today released its annual State of Ransomware 2023 report, which found that in 76% of ransomware attacks against surveyed organizations, adversaries succeeded in encrypting data. This is the highest rate of data encryption from ransomware since…
10 May 2023
- Once you receive provisional admission, from JAMB, students are required to print their JAMB admission letter. Here's a detailed guide to doing so.
10 May 2023
- Airtel Uganda today convened with Key industry stakeholders to launch an Open Application Programming Interface (API) for their payments products. The initiative is Airtel’s move not to miss out on the cashless economy that keeps growing in Uganda. The…
10 May 2023
- GebeyaX has announced its participation in the upcoming GITEX Africa 2023 event. This is a significant platform for showcasing innovative technologies and solutions that will drive the digital transformation of Africa. As the pioneer construction...
10 May 2023
- Critical minerals are essential for the development of renewable energy technologies such as solar panels, wind turbines, green hydrogen, electric vehicles (EVs), and battery storage, and Africa’s mineral wealth has the potential to benefit not only the…
10 May 2023
- 97% of surveyed leaders of financial institutions in Africa say cybercrime, inadequate policing of cybersecurity and macroeconomic worries are the leading threats to the financial services industry.
10 May 2023
- Zoho has launched a privacy-centric browser called Ulaa. The browser is designed to help users secure their personal data and internet activity by providing a browser solution that universally blocks tracking and website surveillance. Ulaa...
10 May 2023
- The appeal of virtual cards is that they make FX payments easy and also help people avoid bank charges. For fintech startups, it’s a no-brainer for customer acquisition. But chargeback fees are changing how fintechs are thinking about virtual cards
10 May 2023
- Co-founder of Forest Africa Zambia talks about the company's business model, the benefits of targeting smaller retail outlets as a sales channel, and future diversification plans.
10 May 2023
- Binance has introduced a tool to automate crypto purchases, Auto-Invest
10 May 2023
- MainOne has enhanced its interconnection capabilities by using Equinix Fabric to extend its network reach and provide seamless connectivity.
10 May 2023
- Nigerian startup Dojah, a leading provider of identity verification solutions for digital businesses onboarding African users, has launched EasyDetect, an advanced fraud detection tool that empowers businesses to identify and prevent fraudulent…
10 May 2023
- With African content and its creators taking centre stage in this new frontier in streaming, platforms like Wi-flix are looking to capitalise on their ability to serve the African market.
