TechAfrica News

12 Jun 2024 - AMI's annual report highlights decade-long impact, supporting 37,000 businesses, creating 97,000 jobs, and $130M revenue.

12 Jun 2024 - SABEN connects 600,000 students in 50+ colleges, showcasing their digital education success at TNC24.

12 Jun 2024 - Jumia and Contact CrediTech enhance their partnership, offering fee-free and interest-free payment options to boost Egypt's digital shopping experience.

12 Jun 2024 - Hibret Bank partners with Mastercard to launch the Prepaid Hibir Mastercard, enhancing financial digitization and inclusion in Ethiopia.

12 Jun 2024 - e& enterprise's conference on AI and smart data at the Etihad Museum will explore advancements and strategies for leveraging these technologies.

12 Jun 2024 - Mastercard partners with Wowzi and MDP to offer secure digital card solutions, transforming financial management for African content creators.

12 Jun 2024 - Amdocs and Google Cloud partner to offer an end-to-end eSIM onboarding solution, simplifying global eSIM adoption for CSPs.

12 Jun 2024 - Vodacom earned the ISO 50 001 certification for its commitment to energy efficiency, aiming for 50% GHG reduction and 100% renewable energy by 2025.

12 Jun 2024 - NCA met with Bayobab to discuss constructing a Fiber Optic Cable network to enhance South Sudan's telecommunications.

11 Jun 2024 - Airtel Kenya nearly doubles 5G sites, introduces affordable home broadband plans to boost digital inclusion.

11 Jun 2024 - Ecobank's 7th Fintech Challenge invites startups to compete for $50,000 and scale solutions across 35 African countries.

11 Jun 2024 - After a data centre outage, CSG swiftly helped Zain Sudan restore USSD services, ensuring customer connectivity.

11 Jun 2024 - Aramco Digital secures CST license to enhance digital transformation and IIoT across industrial sectors in Saudi Arabia.

11 Jun 2024 - MyZakaPay simplifies transactions for merchants and customers with a secure, USSD-accessible digital payment solution.

11 Jun 2024 - The African Development Bank and Rwanda sign a partial credit guarantee to mobilize €200M for green initiatives.

11 Jun 2024 - Safaricom's Tigray network launch, backed by local officials, includes 125 towers and further expansion plans.

11 Jun 2024 - du Pay and Visa collaborate to issue Visa prepaid cards, enhancing digital payments and financial inclusion in the UAE.

10 Jun 2024 - Network International partners with Airtel to enhance payment processing, driving digital financial inclusion in Africa.

10 Jun 2024 - Safaricom partners with NOC-K for Paris 2024 Olympics, providing KES 30M in support and financial literacy workshops.

10 Jun 2024 - LINX powers a new IXP in Riyadh, hosted by Center3, boosting KSA’s digital transformation and connectivity.

10 Jun 2024 - Zain Omantel International joins One Consortium, collaborating globally to tackle telecom fraud and enhance trust.

10 Jun 2024 - The event will explore business prospects for MVNOs in Africa, understanding the unique needs of African MVNOs and their customers

10 Jun 2024 - GSMA Director General Mats Granryd to step down post-MWC Barcelona 2025; will serve as Special Advisor.

10 Jun 2024 - MTN celebrates 30 years by extending "Y'ello Care" to 30 days, focusing on enhancing education in underserved communities.

10 Jun 2024 - Vodacom and Smile Foundation partnership has provided reconstructive surgeries for 600 children with facial anomalies since 2007.

10 Jun 2024 - The African Development Bank and Intel team up to train 3 million Africans and 30,000 officials in AI.

10 Jun 2024 - Polygon expands programmatic DOOH network to 11 African countries, enhancing transparency and advertising reach.

7 Jun 2024 - With a capacity of up to 180 terabits (Tbps) per second, 2Africa will be the first system to provide continuous capacity around the African continent and will connect 33 countries on three continents (Europe, Africa and Asia)

7 Jun 2024 - Multichoice Nigeria fined N150 million by CCPT, ordered to give free subscriptions; company contests jurisdiction.

7 Jun 2024 - The SmartWASOMI initiatives will provide free internet to Tanzanian schools, enhancing digital education for over 3,000 schools.

7 Jun 2024 - Bank Nizwa's digital partnerships with Omantel and ODP enhance Islamic Fintech and drive Oman's digital transformation.

7 Jun 2024 - Key findings and insights from the PwC and DataEQ report on South African telecommunications sentiment in 2023. It highlights the critical need for customer-centric strategies and provides actionable insights for industry stakeholders

7 Jun 2024 - Telecom Egypt and SubCom finalize Egypt landings for the IEX subsea cable, enhancing India-Europe connectivity.

7 Jun 2024 - MultiChoice anticipates a substantial decline in FY24 financial performance due to adverse economic conditions.

7 Jun 2024 - NuRAN signs a five-year NaaS agreement with MTN, aiming to connect rural Africa with 250 new sites.

7 Jun 2024 - Ecobank's AGM celebrates surpassing $2 billion in net revenue, showcasing resilience and strategic growth despite economic challenges.

7 Jun 2024 - Afreximbank and Bureau Veritas commence development of Nigeria’s second African Quality Assurance Center to boost exports and economic growth.

6 Jun 2024 - Network infrastructure is the backbone of Africa's digital growth. It bridges connectivity gaps, supports mobile money, and increases internet access. It's essential for affordable and inclusive digital transformation.

6 Jun 2024 - Wema Bank partners with Daon to enhance security and efficiency through digital identity verification and authentication.

6 Jun 2024 - Vodacom's initiatives foster STEM talent, offering graduate programs, internships, and bursaries for youth development.

6 Jun 2024 - Liquid C2 partners with Google Cloud to offer direct access to cloud services, enhancing business performance.

6 Jun 2024 - RS South Africa partners with Sharps Electrical to enhance product accessibility, support services, and drive sustainable growth in Botswana's market.

6 Jun 2024 - KONE and the Finnish Embassy co-hosted an event showcasing smart, sustainable urban solutions, emphasizing Egypt-Finland cooperation.

6 Jun 2024 - The partnership aims to enhance digital payments, enabling seamless M-PESA transactions for Ethiopian merchants.

6 Jun 2024 - The circular stated that shareholders must review the offer details, consult advisors, and follow specific acceptance procedures.

5 Jun 2024 - Microsoft ADC and Cyber Shujaa's new initiative aims to enhance cybersecurity skills, establishing Kenya as a cybersecurity hub.

5 Jun 2024 - VGS and Onafriq join forces to bolster fintech security, offering advanced payment solutions across Africa and the Middle East.

5 Jun 2024 - Ericsson's triple-band radio enhances Vodafone Egypt's network, supporting 2G to 5G, reducing energy use.

5 Jun 2024 - The partnership boosts Liquid Dataport's network coverage and services, aligning with Morocco's digital expansion goals.

5 Jun 2024 - Videsha Proothveerajh to lead Vodacom Business, driving growth and transforming it into a top digital partner.