29 January 2024
- Carry1st, a South African game publisher and digital commerce platform, has received an investment from Sony Innovation Fund, the venture capital arm of Sony Group Corporation (“Sony”). Carry1st is the inaugural investment out of Sony Innovation…
29 January 2024
- OPPO recently launched the OPPO Reno11 Series in the Kenyan Market retailing at Ksh67,999 for the Reno11 5G which we covered here and Ksh85,999 for the Reno11 Pro 5G. The Reno11 Pro: Thin, Light and Beautiful The OPPO Reno11 Pro comes in two colours…
29 January 2024
- Twitter has been through so many changes since Elon Musk took over and its alternatives have grown and died. We now take an overall look(significant changes) at what has happened over at Twitter since Elon took it private.
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29 January 2024
- OfferZen, a South African tech talent marketplace has raised €4m in funding to fuel its growth and make a lot of product improvements over the coming months. The €4m was from Invenfin and AI Capital. Invenfin partners include Peter van der Zee and…
29 January 2024
- Kiya.ai, an Indian fintech firm known for its AI-based omnichannel banking, core-banking tech, regtech, and metaverse solutions has expanded across the Middle East and Africa region after partnering with Arab Financial Services (AFS), MEA region’s…
29 January 2024
- Chaka founder Tosin Osinbodu has left the company, five months after a merger with Rise.
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This makes Eke Urum, the founder of Rise, the sole CEO of the recently merged…
29 January 2024
- Samsung Galaxy S24 series was launched recently with a host of new camera features. Luckily, some of these additions are trickling down to previous models. Samsung listed the features in the South Korea Community Forum, we can through the highlights…
29 January 2024
- Vivo V30 series will be launching very soon and will be the company’s latest midrange series for this year and will succeed the V29 series from late last year. The Vivo V29 was and still is an impressive camera smartphone and it’ll be interesting to…
29 January 2024
- Miden, a Nigerian startup that allows businesses to issue virtual cards to their customers through its API, has been selected for Y Combinator’s winter 2024 batch. Miden is the latest Nigerian startup in this year’s winter batch after Cleva, the…
29 January 2024
- IFC has announced a $20 million equity investment in the Africa50 Infrastructure Acceleration Fund (IAF Fund), which will invest in digital infrastructure, renewable power and energy, transportation, logistics, and water and sanitation projects. The…
29 January 2024
- “Banks may launch their apps, but they don’t have the mastery of execution that fintechs have,” a highly-placed industry source told TechCabal.
29 January 2024
- WhatsApp, the messaging app owned by Meta has been working on new features for its users. The chat app is set to turn 20 later this year as Facebook bought it in early 2014. Over the years, they have acquired over 3 billion daily active users,…
29 January 2024
- Ride-hailing app Uber has released its 2023 Year in Review. The review looks at the past year, identifying the things that consumers in Kenya, and across the world, have been loving. It looks dives into everything from the most popular locations to…
29 January 2024
- Hatch Africa, a poultry business targeting underserved rural households, has raised $9.5 million investment with participation from AgDevCo and IDH Farmfit Fund to scale the business to millions more smallholder farmer households across Africa. The…
29 January 2024
- Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has officially launched the electronic Geographic Information System (e-GIS) portal in Lagos State. This innovative platform aims...
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29 January 2024
- Last week, Showmax announced the prices for Showmax 2.0 which is expected to in early February. The Showmax 2.0 packages pricing start from Ksh 300 for the most affordable package to ksh 1,000 for the...
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29 January 2024
- OPPO Reno11 5G also known as model CPH2599 has finally been launched in the Kenyan Market and is now available to purchase across OPPO stores country wide, OPPO Kenya Website and on e-commerce partners, Jumia, Kilimall at a recommended retail price…
29 January 2024
- Africa Fintech Network (AFN) has appointed has appointed new board of Directors for the period 2023 – 2026, drawn from...
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29 January 2024
- Chinese smartphone manufacturer, Realme, has unveiled the latest additions to the company’s portfolio. The latest lineup includes two smartphones: the Realme 12 Pro and the midrange Realme 12 Pro Plus 5G, with both smartphones shipping with Android…
29 January 2024
- EIDU, a digital learning platform that brings world-class learning content and training to low- and middle-income countries, is rolling out a digital learning program targeting young learners in Bungoma County, after similar initiatives in Embu,…
29 January 2024
- DXwand, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) startup based in the Middle East, has recently completed a successful Series A funding round, raising a total of $4 million. The investment round was spearheaded by notable investors such as Shorooq…
29 January 2024
- Samsung Electronics and Corning Incorporated recently announced that Galaxy S24 Ultra devices will feature Corning’s new Corning® Gorilla® Armor cover material which offers an unparalleled combination of durability and visual clarity. “Corning’s…
29 January 2024
- Samsung Electronics and Corning Incorporated recently announced that Galaxy S24 Ultra devices will feature Corning’s new Corning® Gorilla® Armor cover material which offers an unparalleled combination of durability and visual clarity. “Corning’s…
29 January 2024
- Paymob, a prominent financial services provider in the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan (MENA-P), has recently joined forces with Mastercard. This collaboration aims to boost digital payment adoption throughout the MENA region. This…
29 January 2024
- Technology Minister Felix Mutati announces Zambia's success in securing $58 million for Fintechs in 2023.
29 January 2024
- Here are the top stories we are tracking today – January 29, 2024.U.S. to Award Subsidies to Semiconductor Companies for Advanced ChipsElon Musk Debunks Talks to Raise $6 Billion For AI CompanySamsung Opts for Baidu's Ernie AI Over Google's in China'
29 January 2024
- Did you know you can do more than just type in Microsoft Word? Yup, you can draw too! If you've ever wanted to add some cool doodles, and signatures or make your documents stand out, you're in the right place.This guide is all about showing
29 January 2024
- As more of our personal and work lives shift to relying on Google services, from email and documents to photos and videos, learning how to effectively manage your Google storage is crucial.
29 January 2024
- Telkom's collaborative initiatives combat infrastructure vandalism, yielding 523 convictions and deterring crime, protecting vital networks and economic interests.
29 January 2024
- Zoho Invoice has announced integration with M-Pesa to offer a seamless way for businesses to simplify their payment processes. Before diving into the integration process, it’s essential to generate the necessary app credentials in Daraja...
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29 January 2024
- During the recently concluded World Economic Forum in Davos, leaders from around the world gathered to delve into the opportunities and risks presented by artificial intelligence (AI). Nick Clegg, President of Global Affairs at Meta, outlined the…
29 January 2024
- "Coral Bridge" subsea cable system enhances regional connectivity, linking Egypt and Jordan, promoting bilateral cooperation and digital infrastructure.
29 January 2024
- Exclusive Networks Africa collaborates with HCLSoftware to enhance cybersecurity portfolio, introducing HCL BigFix for endpoint management.
29 January 2024
- This morning, six judiciary services commenced at six pilot Huduma Centres: Nairobi GPO, City Square, Makadara, Kibra, Eastleigh, and Kiambu. This is part of a new partnership between the Judiciary and Huduma Secretariat. The rollout of judicial…
29 January 2024
- The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) has announced the opening of applications for the TEF Entrepreneurship Programme (TEF2024), in a bid to empower and support the next generation of African entrepreneurs. Aspiring business leaders from all 54 African…
29 January 2024
- Smile ID, a leader in digital identity verification across Africa, has reached a significant milestone: verifying 100 million identities on the continent. This achievement coincides with the release of their first-ever “Digital Identity Fraud in…
29 January 2024
- OPay, a Nigerian mobile money platform, has launched a suite of security features aimed at ensuring user’s fund are secure. The company has launched the *955*131# USSD short code which allows users to instantly lock their OPay account in mobile…
29 January 2024
- The European Commission and African Development Bank formalize partnership to invest in transformative infrastructure projects in Africa.
29 January 2024
- Exciting news for Nairobi residents! You can now hop on a Uber Electric Boda, a fleet of eco-friendly electric motorcycles, for rides to and from the CBD, including package delivery. Launched in Nairobi, Kenya in August 2023, Uber Electric Boda…
29 January 2024
- Standard Chartered Bank and Village Capital, an investment firm targeting early-stage entrepreneurs, have recently announced a new partnership seeking to invest in impact-driven, women-led startups. The partnership will see the launch of a financing…
29 January 2024
- In a significant milestone for the advancement of hydrogen fuel cell technology, General Motors (GM) and Honda have officially commenced production at their joint venture facility, FCSM. This 50-50 collaboration marks the world’s first large-scale…
29 January 2024
- Pesapal introduces secure and swift cashless tipping, allowing customers to express appreciation on Sabi POS.
29 January 2024
- AI is the new buzzword in town. Indeed, Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the world. The last two decades have laid the infrastructure to give over 5 billion people access to digital services through smartphones and the Internet. This has…
29 January 2024
- China’s leading electric vehicle manufacturer, Build Your Dreams (BYD), is gearing up for a significant expansion into Rwanda, building on its successful foray into Kenya two years ago. This strategic move aligns seamlessly with Rwanda’s commitment…
29 January 2024
- Ooredoo Tunisia adopts LigaData's Data Platform 4.0 for scalable, cost-effective data management, boosting customer experience and innovation.
29 January 2024
- Kaspersky forecasts debates over AI wearables, AR/VR privacy standards, and increased reliance on assistant bots.
29 January 2024
- Ericsson engages in strategic partnerships to enhance ICT landscape, expand mobile broadband, and drive digital transformation in Madagascar.
29 January 2024
- Saudi Arabia-based edtech iStori has raised $1.3 million in a Seed round from Nama Ventures, Classera, Flat6Labs, BIM Ventures, and several other angel investors. Launched in 2022 by Abdullah Al-Jaberi, Faisal Al-Hamoud, Abdel Nasser Al-Wali, Ismail…
29 January 2024
- Apart from going into a branch, calling a bank feels more human for digital-shy consumers. For many, it is the...
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29 January 2024
- Village Capital has partnered with Standard Chartered Bank to pilot a financing facility to invest in the Bank’s Women in Tech program alumni. With a primary focus on early-stage, impact-focused start-ups led by women founders, the initiative seeks…