16 June 2022
- Telecom Egypt has announced that they are going to provide landing and crossing services for the EMIC-1 subsea cable.
16 June 2022
- Sony revealed at the start of 2022 that it was looking for partners to enter the EV industry after showcasing two electric cars, the Vision-S 01 sedan and the Vision-S 02 SUV. That quest ended in early March when it decided to partner with Honda. The…
16 June 2022
- After around 27 years, Microsoft is retiring its first version of the Internet Explorer (IE) browser
16 June 2022
- Egyptian fintech startup ADVA has raised an undisclosed six-digit US dollar seed funding round to help it expand its offering. Founded in 2020 by Rania Gaafar, ADVA is a consumer lending platform that allows customers to pay for a wide variety of…
16 June 2022
- Despite the reported benefits of working in a remote team such as higher cost efficiency, time savings, and higher employee productivity, remote collaboration can be strenuous. People collaborating in remote teams face challenges daily. Such challenges…
16 June 2022
- Exclusive Networks, a global trusted cybersecurity specialist for digital infrastructure, today announced it has signed a partnership agreement with the ICC’s Trade for prosperity initiative to become the cybersecurity partner of choice for its new…
16 June 2022
- Africa’s first project financing facility for mini-grids, CrossBoundary Energy Access (CBEA), has announced $25 million in new funding commitments from ARCH Emerging Markets Partners Limited, Bank of America, and Microsoft Climate Innovation Fund. This…
16 June 2022
- Jumia has announced the launch of a new e-commerce forum around "A decade of e-commerce in Egypt".
16 June 2022
- KCB Bank triumphed in this year’s annual celebration of Kenya’s insurance sector winning a total of 6 awards in an event organized by Think Business Limited. The bank was recognized as the most customer-centric Bancassurance...
16 June 2022
- Over the recent years, African startups have been on the rise with global investors finally looking at investment opportunities in...
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16 June 2022
- Flutterwave has announced the appointment of Oneal Bhambani as their new Chief Financial Officer.
16 June 2022
- Africa Data Centres has announced its plans to build a second data centre in Cape Town, South Africa.
16 June 2022
- MFS Africa, a digital payments network, has raised another US$100 million in equity and debt capital led by Admaius Capital Partners, bringing the total amount raised in the series to US$200 million. The extension attracted new investors Vitruvian…
16 June 2022
- The Nigerian Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami recently talked of Nigeria's phenomenal growth in the ICT sector.
16 June 2022
- In a pre-seed round led by Enza Capital, a B2B construction technology platform, Jumba has raised $1 million in funding. Seedstars International Ventures, Chandaria Capital, Future Africa, Logos Ventures, First Check Africa, and a number of angel…
16 June 2022
- Khazenly, a Cairo-based on-demand digital warehousing and fulfillment network, has received $2.5 million in seed funding. Leading regional venture capitalists Arzan Venture Capital, which specializes in innovative, early-stage firms, and Shorooq…
16 June 2022
- Gozem, a company that offers drivers, retailers, and other consumers a suite of mobility, e-commerce, and financial services, has established a partnership with the International Financial Commission (IFC) to alleviate these issues. The IFC has…
16 June 2022
- Crossboundary Energy Access (CBEA), a Kenya-based mini-grid infrastructure fund, has raised $25 million in funding from ARCH Emerging Markets Partners Limited, Bank of America, and the Microsoft Climate Innovation Fund to support renewable energy…
16 June 2022
- Internet Explorer was officially discontinued by Microsoft on Wednesday after nearly 27 years. As of June 15, 2022, Microsoft will no longer support Internet Explorer and has urged its users to switch to the Edge browser, which was launched in 2015…
16 June 2022
- Vodacom has announced that they are launching a follow-up to its #CodeLikeAGirl programme.
16 June 2022
- Masa Finance has announced that they have partnered with the African financial data company, Pngme to help the adoption of DeFi credit services.
16 June 2022
- A recent survey by Open Dialogue revealed that young unemployed South Africans were spending around R1,300 ($81,34) a month on looking for work, with over R464 ($29,03) of this on internet costs. For many, accessing information, job opportunities and…
16 June 2022
- Microsoft says it is committing to working with both the private and public sectors to accelerate digital transformation in African agriculture to increase food security for the continent. According to Microsoft Kenya Acting Country Manager Kunle…
16 June 2022
- The United Kingdom Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has appointed four trustees to the Science Museum Group, one of which is...
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16 June 2022
- Shiprocket, an India-based shipping and fulfilment firm has acquired Pickrr, an e-commerce software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform for D2C brands and SME e-tailers, in a deal of $200 million. The deal comes in cash, stock and earn-out with Avendus…
16 June 2022
- DAOLens, an India-based onboarding platform for project contributors has raised $5 million in its pre-seed funding round led by Nexus Venture Partner, Better Ventures, and iSeed II. The fund will be used for product development, hiring new talents, and…
16 June 2022
- Wow Skin Science, an India-based personal care brand has raised $48 million in its new funding round from Singapore-based GIC. The investment gives GIC a 17.24% stake in the firm. Wow Skin is a beauty and personal care brand with products available in…
16 June 2022
- CarePay Nigeria has joined four other startups from the CEMEA (Central Europe, Middle East, Africa) region for the Visa everywhere initiative. The innovative health tech startup is one of five finalists shortlisted from over a thousand applications…
16 June 2022
- Greenpeace has finally woken up to the fact that bitcoin is wasting vast amounts of electricity and something should be...
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16 June 2022
- After an e-hailing driver was brutally murdered in Cape Town, and another beaten in Gauteng, Uber has partnered with the South African police to make working safer for its drivers.
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16 June 2022
- New investors, Vitruvian Partners and AXA IM Alts joined the extension, alongside existing investors, AfricInvest FIVE and CommerzVentures, who re-invested in the extension. Previous other investors include LUN Partners Group, Goodwell Investments,…
16 June 2022
- Egypt-based petcare platform Vetwork has raised a Bridge round from several investors from Saudi Arabia and members of the Alexandria Angel Network, along with financial support from Nestlé Purina. The amount raised was not disclosed. Founded in 2019…
16 June 2022
- Kenya-based Crossboundary Energy Access (CBEA), a mini-grid infrastructure fund, has raised $25 million from ARCH Emerging Markets Partners limited, Bank of America, and Microsoft Climate Innovation Fund to back renewable energy projects across the…
16 June 2022
- Indoor Robotics, a company that specializes in indoor drone technology and just introduced the TandoTM drone, has raised $15 million in series A funding. Pitango led the round, which included Target Global, the European Innovation Council Fund, and…
16 June 2022
- The growth in research and development, and technological advancements in industries like paint and coatings, constructions, and transportation, name them, which are heavy application segments for epoxy and resins are likely to drive the industry…
15 June 2022
- Microsoft has reaffirmed its commitment to working with both the private and public sectors to accelerate digital transformation in African agriculture in order to increase food security for the continent. Speaking during a virtual roundtable panel…
15 June 2022
- Across the world, Photoshop is lauded for its advanced photo editing and graphic creation tools. However, it remains a considerably costly option, locking out many creators who would like to utilize it for fun and work. Things are about to change as…
15 June 2022
- Khazenly, an Egypt-based logistics firm has raised $2.5 million in its seed round funding co-led by Arzan Venture Capital and Shorooq Partners. The fund will enable the firm to build out its products and services and expand its operations…
15 June 2022
- Mewt, an India-based banking super app focusing on Micro and Medium and Small Enterprises (MSMEs) has secured $4.6 million in its seed round funding. The fund will be used to increase its employee base and launch a debit card for MSMEs in India. Mewt…
15 June 2022
- The full impact of COVID-19 may not be known for decades to come. But in many instances, the changes are already with us. One is a digital platform connecting victims and survivors of sexual and gender-based violence in Nigeria with agencies capable of…
15 June 2022
- The $8.9 million Centodieci was initially revealed by Bugatti almost four years ago, and the first client example is now ready for delivery. The first customer example was displayed on Tuesday at Bugatti’s plant in Molsheim, France. Only 10 examples…
15 June 2022
- The eighth installment of “Forza Motorsport” is coming to Xbox Series X and Series S consoles, and a new trailer showcasing in-game footage was released on Sunday. “Forza Motorsport” (there is no “8” in the title) is a racing simulator that will be…
15 June 2022
- Apple has announced the release of its new MacBook Pro 13. The device, equipped with the M2 chip, will be available for pre-order on June 17. The 13-inch MacBook Pro was announced last week at the WWDC 2022 conference and will be the first Apple…
15 June 2022
- The new Android TV box 4K “Mi Box 4S Max” presented by Xiaomi in China can now be accessed on their site for purchase. The Xiaomi Mi Box 4S Max last week is a new 4K Android box that deserves our attention The Mi Box 4S Max is currently only available…
15 June 2022
- I’ve admired the popular Telegram app since its early days, and I have nothing to complain about. Still, another application dubbed Signal will make you choose it over Whatsapp. Well, Whatsapp has never been my...
15 June 2022
- Realme recently launched its first tablet, the realme Pad, in Kenya. This tablet was quietly launched in the country and you can get it on Jumia starting from Ksh 22,999. The realme pad is available...
15 June 2022
- The 3rd Engineering Partnerships Convention aimed at creating meaningful dialogue among various players in the sector by interrogating the engineering regulatory environment kicks off today in Mombasa. The three-day Engineering...
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15 June 2022
- Microsoft has reaffirmed its commitment to working with both the private and public sectors to accelerate digital transformation in African agriculture in order to increase food security for the continent. Speaking during a virtual roundtable panel…
15 June 2022
- Mozilla has unveiled a course for SMEs and startups in Kenya to increase their awareness and capabilities on the use and management of data collected in their day-to-day business operations....
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15 June 2022
- Khazenly, the Cairo-based on-demand digital warehousing and fulfilment platform has raised $2.5 million seed funding aimed at developing its products and services, and quadruple its existing facilities as well as geographical expansion as it continues…
