02 February 2024
- Rack Centre, a data centre company based in Nigeria, has named Lars Johannisson as their new CEO. With his extensive...
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02 February 2024
- South Africa’s Athena has secured an additional $150,000 from Founders Factory Africa to allow patients to split their medical bills into monthly instalments. The additional investment brings its total investment from FFA to $250,000. Established…
02 February 2024
- Canal Plus offers $1.7B for full ownership of MultiChoice, aiming to dominate the competitive pay TV sector.
02 February 2024
- Egypt-based logistics startup Bosta, has raised an undisclosed amount in investment led by Avanz Capital Egypt (ACE). Founded in 2017 by Mohamed Ezzat and Ahmed Gaber, Bosta is a market leader in technology-based shipping and logistics solutions…
02 February 2024
- Ethio Telecom achieves milestones with 3.1 million customers, 26.2k M-PESA Agents, and interoperability with nine banks.
02 February 2024
- Egypt-based AI-powered logistics startup Roboost, has closed a $3 million investment round, led by Silicon Badia, with contributions from RZM Investment, Flat6Labs, and Saudi Arabian angel investors. The new round of funding will be used to fuel…
02 February 2024
- Nigeria's central bank will no longer allow banks and fintech startups to obtain licences for international money transfer operations.
02 February 2024
- Cell C appoints Darius Badenhorst as Chief Growth Officer, leveraging his expertise for strategic business expansion and innovation.
02 February 2024
- Dyque, a technology manufacturing company has launched Dyque Cube ,the world’s first 5-in-1 AI-empowered system aimed to revolutionise the energy sector, with green power solutions in emerging markets, particularly Africa. Dyque Cube is the world’s…
02 February 2024
- Egypt-based logistics startup Bosta, has raised an undisclosed amount in investment led by Avanz Capital Egypt (ACE) Founded in 2017 by Mohamed Ezzat and Ahmed Gaber, Bosta offers its users first, middle, and last-mile delivery, offering a next-day…
02 February 2024
- Ethio Telecom expands 5G to Harar and Haromaya, bolstering business productivity and societal services with high-speed connectivity.
02 February 2024
- Embarking on a new year comes with the promise of fresh starts, and there’s no better way to kickstart your payments experience in 2024 than with the Equity Prepaid card. This card will transform the way you make payments by keeping you in charge…
02 February 2024
- Vodacom Group also saw its revenue rise by 26.8% to R38.9 billion, propelled by Vodafone Egypt acquisition impact.
02 February 2024
- Starlink's dream of reaching every corner of Earth has encountered a roadblock in Botswana after its application to launch was rejected by the communications authority
02 February 2024
- $UBUNTU Token launch by Africarare marks Africa's metaverse inception, embodying 'Ubuntu' philosophy, fostering community upliftment.
02 February 2024
- A landmark issuance of sustainable hybrid capital notes by the African Development Bank achieves remarkable success.
02 February 2024
- Embracing the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) is central to our vision for Africa’s future. AI will revolutionize the...
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02 February 2024
- Airtel Africa's CEO, Olusegun Ogunsanya, unveils plans for a $100M share buy-back, highlighting strong growth despite challenges.
02 February 2024
- Visa is set to host the first demo day of its Africa Fintech Accelerator program in Nairobi on February 13th. Launched in June 2023, the program aims to empower emerging fintech start-ups across the continent...
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02 February 2024
- The African media scene experienced some Seismic shift with the news that Videndi’s Canal+ has offered to buy Multichoice (Dstv & Showmax). The French media giant already owns 31.7% of Multichoice and just offered to pay $1.7 billion to buy the…
02 February 2024
- In today's edition: Kippa’s co-founder skips away|| Airtel Africa reports 99% profit plunge || Nigeria scraps exchange rate for IMTOs || Canal+ eyes MultiChoice acquisition
02 February 2024
- A few days ago, we told you about Cashlet, the new app by Sycamore Capital. The app was officially unveiled in Kenya after the company successfully exited the CMA Sandbox. Cashlet makes it easier for...
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02 February 2024
- It’s official. Lewis Hamilton is joining Ferrari in 2025 on a multi-year deal from Mercedes where he won a total of 6 F1 Drivers Championships. It seems just as unreal as when he decided to leave McLaren in 2012 to join Mercedes in the 2013 season…
01 February 2024
- Android smartphones come equipped with an Emergency SOS feature designed to swiftly connect you with trusted contacts in the event of a challenging situation. This feature allows you to share your location details with both trusted contacts and…
01 February 2024
- Most official songs from artists signed under Universal Music Group have been removed from TikTok following the expiry of licensing agreements between the app and UMG. Negotiations to renew the licenses by the record label weren’t successful. From…
01 February 2024
- Just as HMD announced it will no longer use the Nokia branding on its smartphones, another brand is bouncing back in action and coincidentally it’s courtesy of Nokia. The brand we are talking about is OnePlus. 18 months ago, OnePlus had left the…
01 February 2024
- MTN CUG allows for lovers, couples, friends, families, & businesses to enjoy unlimited free calls and SMS within a closed user group. See how to subscribe to MTN CUG here:
01 February 2024
- After the fall of the mighty Nokia phone division, a group of its employees came together to form HMD (Human Mobile Devices) Global, a company that made devices with the Nokia branding and signature qualities like durability. However, HMD has…
01 February 2024
- The Samsung Galaxy S24 lineup launched with the much anticipated Galaxy AI and with it came a lot of fascinating features. But by far, the most amazing of them was the Circle to Search feature. Turns out, the feature was not a Samsung exclusive.…
01 February 2024
- Pesalink recorded positive Year on Year growth for the period 2022-2023. Showing a preference towards real-time digital transfers, account-to-account (A2A) transactions grew by 57% in 2023. This saw a total of KSH 6 million transacted on Pesalink.…
01 February 2024
- Alphabet Inc., Google's parent company has disclosed its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2023, providing insights into its performance and outlining key figures that shaped investor sentiment during the quarter…
01 February 2024
- Duke Ekezie, the co-founder and President of Kippa, the fintech startup backed by Target Global, has left the company months after Kippa Pay, the agency banking service he was in charge of, was shut down.
01 February 2024
- Here are the top stories we are tracking today – February 1, 2024.TikTok Loses Major Music Catalogs Over Feud with Universal Music GroupGoogle's First Cloud Region in Africa Becomes OperationalHulu to Crack Down on Password Sharing Starting in…
01 February 2024
- In today's tech-filled world, it's essential to make sure your kids have a safe online experience. Luckily, Windows 11 has got your back with some cool parental control features. This feature helps you set boundaries, block iffy content, and keep…
01 February 2024
- Tech giant Oracle has revealed plans to establish a public cloud region in Nairobi, Kenya as part of its wider strategy to expand its Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) in Africa. This will be the company’s second OCI cloud region in the continent…
01 February 2024
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) has topped Gartner’s Top 10 Strategic Technology Trends for 2024. Not only is it on the list...
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01 February 2024
- Epson, a global technology company has embarked on a significant initiative by donating printers, projectors, and visualizers to 80 Kenyan schools. This endeavor is part of a larger mission to distribute over 800 EcoTank printers and numerous…
01 February 2024
- Here are the top stories in Africa and the Middle East region we are covering today – February 1, 2024.Startup Nation Central is laying off 18% of its workforce Ivorian startup Auto24 acquires Tanzania’s Kupatana Ghana sets deadline for Electronic…
01 February 2024
- Massive devaluations of Nigeria's Naira and the Malawian Kwacha squeezed Airtel Africa's margins and resulted in profits of $2 million for the year. The Naira's devaluation cost Airtel $301 million.
01 February 2024
- Global digital payment company Visa, will be hosting it’s Africa Fintech Accelerator program demos. As if to showcase Nairobi’s love for fintech companies, the first demo day is just before Valentine’s Day on February 13th . This will see fintech…
01 February 2024
- Airtel Uganda honors outstanding pupils, providing secondary school kits, emphasizing the ongoing commitment to education and community.
01 February 2024
- Pan-African broadcaster MultiChoice has announced that it will make a further $89 million investment into streaming platform Showmax by 31 March 2024.
01 February 2024
- Google Cloud opens Johannesburg region, accelerating Africa's tech growth, supporting startups, and strengthening digital infrastructure.
01 February 2024
- Carry1st secures investment from Sony Innovation Fund to drive gaming growth in Africa's burgeoning market.
01 February 2024
- Zone, Africa’s first licenced blockchain payment infrastructure company, will launch a remittance product in 2025, Obi Emetarom, the company’s CEO, told TechCabal this week.
01 February 2024
- Oracle commits to opening a cloud region in Nairobi, leveraging Kenya's digital infrastructure and supporting transformation.
01 February 2024
- The US gaming scene is diverse. It's not just about consoles; PC gaming holds a strong, significant presence, too. With numerous genres that suit different tastes, there is something for everyone. In this article, we will explore the top-rated PC…
01 February 2024
- Google has announced the opening of its first cloud region in Johannesburg, South Africa targeting businesses across the continent. Niral...
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01 February 2024
- Google Cloud has officially opened its new cloud region in Johannesburg, South Africa. This expansion is expected to revolutionize the continent’s tech landscape, providing businesses with access to cloud services, encouraging innovation, and…
01 February 2024
- Agility collaborates with EFE to empower underserved youth with AI training, enhancing employability and entrepreneurial opportunities.