- Visa, a world leader in digital payments, is hosting its Africa Fintech Accelerator program’s first demo day on February 13th in Nairobi to showcase innovations from emerging fintech start-ups from 18 countries across Africa. Launched in June 2023, the program aims to enable Africa’s expanding…
- Africa’s first metaverse, Africarare, is launching its own virtual currency, the $Ubuntu Token, to fuel its growing digital marketplace. This Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered Web3 platform allows individuals, brands, and communities to connect, collaborate, and engage in e-commerce within a…
- Education Empowerment for Rural and Urban Slums Initiative (EERUI) Jackfruit Finance, Lake Region Development Programme and TotoCare programme pioneered Taraji Afrika have been selected as the final four organisations for the Impact at Scale Labs – Early Years in Kenya Programme. The overall …
- Netflix recently inked a $5 billion deal with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) for exclusive rights to certain events like RAW in some regions, however, SuperSport fans in Sub-Saharan Africa can rest assured their WWE fix is safe. MultiChoice, owner of SuperSport, confirms their existing…
- Twiva, a Kenyan Influencer-powered social commerce platform boasting a network of over 11,000 influencers, has partnered with Shortlist, a recruitment platform connecting African talent with startups, to launch a device financing facility, facilitated by zero-interest loans earmarked for the…
- 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 in 2022 ,Athena is a healthcare financing…
- Managing your company’s payroll should be a seamless experience, but if your payroll department is constantly in a state of crisis management, it’s highly likely that the payroll solution you’re using is no longer capable of meeting the organisation’s evolving business needs. As a company grows,…
- The GSMA and IBM have today announced a new collaboration to support the adoption and skills of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the telecom industry through the launch of GSMA Advance’s AI Training program and the GSMA Foundry Generative AI program. The AI training program, the first in…
- Samsung is working with Google Cloud to bring Google Cloud’s generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology to Samsung smartphone users around the globe starting with the Samsung Galaxy S24 series. Samsung will be the first Google Cloud partner to deploy Gemini Pro and Imagen 2 on Vertex AI via…
- Alarmed by a recent surge in COVID-19 cases, the Malawian government, partnering with the World Health Organization (WHO), has launched a targeted vaccination campaign in ten high-risk districts. Nsanje, in southern Malawi, currently bears the weight of this resurgence, with 17 new cases in just…
- SasaPay, a leading digital payments service provider, has launched a new tool aimed at empowering its platform’s users. This innovative feature allows merchants and users to automatically transfer funds to their bank accounts based on their preferred schedule—be it hourly, daily, weekly or monthly.…
- AfriLabs, Africa’s innovation ecosystem, launched the AfriLabs Connect Deal Room (ACDR) aimed to addresses the critical challenges of identifying, funding and accessing investible startups in Africa. The primary mission of ACDR which was launched during the 2023 Annual Gathering event is to…
- Moniepoint, a Nigerian fintech firm, recorded over 5 billion transactions in 2023, with a notable rise in businesses utilizing its Point-of-Sale (PoS) terminals. While specific numbers for its personal banking product launched in August 2023 were not disclosed, new account openings surged by…
- Neuralink, Elon Musk’s venture into neurotechnology, marked a significant milestone by successfully implanting its device in a human for the first time on Sunday. Mr Musk, confirming the news via a post on X (formerly Twitter), reassured that the patient is on a smooth path to recovery. With a…
- tretton37, a Sweden-based tech consulting firm has selected 10 startups into ‘Startup Boost’, a global program for social impact startups, out of almost 50 applicants. The chosen startups – of which five are African – will be provided free support in areas such as programming, design, and strategy…
- Saudi Arabia-based P2P car rental platform Ejaro, has raised $3.28 million in a pre-Series A investment round, led by cooperative and angel investors to enhance its development and expansion plans to strengthen its position in the peer-to-peer car rental field at the Middle East and North Africa…
- Safaricom Ethiopia has announced that the number of M-Pesa users has nearly tripled in four months to 3.1 million with Sh18.5 billion transactions. Safaricom’s Ethiopia launched the mobile money service last year on August 15 as part of the companies mission to help the country realise its…
- Bboxx, the data-driven super platform, transforming lives and unlocking potential by connecting consumers and deploying innovative products across Africa, has moved its Headquarters from London to Kigali, reaffirming its commitment as an Africa-first company. Bboxx announced this decision at the UK…
- Visa, a digital payments enabler has opened applications for the second cohort of its Africa Fintech Accelerator program targeting Seed to Series A startups operating in Africa. The applications are open until February 29th 2024. Visa also announced they are hosting the program’s first demo day on…
- Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra launched with many exciting upgrades and it seems there are more features backed into the device that are coming in future software updates. One such feature is crash detection, a system that alerts emergency services when it realizes you have been involved in a car crash.…
- p0 has launched from stealth to help stop catastrophic software failures by leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) to identify safety and security issues in software before it is ever run in a production environment. With a $6.5m war chest from Lightspeed Venture Partners with participation from…
- Apple’s App Store opened the iPhone to a world of new possibilities. Since its launch in 2008 it has been the only official place for users to get access to applications, however, that’s about to change. In Europe, iOS users will be able to download third-party app stores, starting with the iOS 17.…
- Embarking on an exhilarating journey through the electrifying world of online gaming, this comprehensive guide unlocks the secrets to leveraging cutting-edge technology for a chance at striking it big. Within these pages, you’ll discover a treasure trove of strategies, tools, and insider tips…
- Uber is taking a look at the past year, identifying the things that consumers in Kenya, and across the world, have been loving. This deepdive into everything from the most popular locations, to the most sought after cuisines forms Uber’s 2023 Year in Review.Delivery trends:Looking at what Kenyans…
- AUTO24.africa, the used car marketplace by Africar Group, backed by Stellantis, has acquired Kupatana.com, the leading general online classifieds in Tanzania which previously merged with Zoom Tanzania, its main competitor. The acquisition by AUTO24.africa and Africar Group from Euroafrica Digital…
- OpenAI is making strides towards responsible AI development by teaming up with Common Sense Media, a non-profit focused on children’s media and technology. According to TechCrunch, this partnership aims to address concerns about AI safety and transparency, particularly for young users. “OpenAI and…
- Bolt has introduced Bolt Send, a convenient service for sending small packages and gifts in Johannesburg North. Launched just after their South Africa and Nigeria food delivery shutdowns, it operates through the Bolt app and accepts cash or card payments. This strategic expansion leverages the…
- Egypt-based 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. Founded in 2018 by Mohamed Gessraha, Hassan Gessraha and Mohamed Ali Sadek, Roboost provides AI-powered…
- Paymob, the financial services enabler in the Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan (MENA-P), has announced a partnership with Mastercard to accelerate digital payment acceptance across the MENA region. The partnership will leverage Paymob’s payments infrastructure and Mastercard’s payments…
- InspiraFarms Cooling,a provider of advanced and sustainable cooling solutions, for high-value fresh produce across Africa has secured EUR 1M from The Foundation for Clean Energy and Energy Inclusion for Africa (CEI Africa) through a convertible note, alongside exisitng investors KawiSafi and…
- The European Commission (EC) and the African Development Bank Group have unveiled a new Financial Framework Partnership Agreement to boost investments in infrastructure projects in Africa. This landmark agreement opens a wide range of opportunities for both organisations to deliver new joint…
- Infinix has announced the new Smart 8 Pro, it builds on the standard Smart 8 launched last year. The new Infinix Smart 8 Pro comes a 6.6 inch screen with 90Hz refresh rate and a HD+ LCD which comes with a Dynamic Island-like Magic Ring with an 8MP selfie in it . The rear has […]
- Samsung Galaxy S24‘s AI features will reportedly by powered by Chinese search giant Baidu instead of Google as Samsung moves to consolidate its market positioning in China, where it only holds 2% market share in 2023. Google’s Gemini Pro handles Samsung Galaxy S24’s AI features such translation,…
- 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 Fund: Africa, which was established by Sony as an…
- 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 Fund: Africa, which was established by Sony as an…
- 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 Pearl White and Rock Grey, inspired by nature.…
- 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 Theo van den Berg (early Bolt investors) while AI…
- 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 digital payment solutions provider and fintech…
- 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. Turn Motion Photos frames into 12MP images or…
- 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 fund aims to invest in projects across Africa,…
- 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 investment was made into Flow Equity Africa…
- 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 of Ksh67,999 for the Reno11 5G and Ksh 85,999 for…
- 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, Kiambu, Machakos, Makueni, Mombasa, Murang’a, and…
- 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 Gorilla® Glass, together with the Galaxy S series,…
- 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 Gorilla® Glass, together with the Galaxy S series,…
- 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.
- 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 company’s responsible approach to AI development and…
- 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 countries are invited to apply for the chance to…
- 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 Africa” report, offering a deep dive into the tactics…
- 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 when the phone is misplaced or stolen. Mr. Dauda…
