04 February 2025
- French Ambassador to Kenya Arnaud Suquet has said that Kenya has the potential to take up the leading role in the upcoming France AI Action Summit and more generally poised to lead the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Africa. “Kenya is…
04 February 2025
- The global smartphone market is not only growing; it is also evolving, spurred on by demand for innovation and premium experiences. Average selling price has achieved a new record of $356, representing a 5% increase in revenue in the last year.…
04 February 2025
- Could the U.S. TikTok ban influence allied nations and Africa to do the same? Newly-elected U.S. President Donald Trump issued an executive order granting TikTok a 75-day extension to comply with a law mandating its sale to avoid a ban. This move…
04 February 2025
- Cybersecurity firm Sophos has announced the completion of its $859 million acquisition of rival Secureworks. With this acquisition, Sophos is now the leading pure-play cybersecurity provider of Managed Detection and Response [MDR] services,…
04 February 2025
- In 2024, five of the top ten best-selling smartphones were premium devices featuring generative AI capabilities.
04 February 2025
- Whether you are a small start-up or a large corporation, your website should be modern, user-friendly, and reflective of your business values.
04 February 2025
- It will help improve communication in a new language environment.
04 February 2025
- Learn about three critical elements that have cultivated a secure, efficient and futuristic fintech ecosystem in the UAE.
04 February 2025
- Bolt live location sharing: Imagine this, it’s late at night. You’ve just ordered a ride home. The streets are quiet, the city lights blur past, and you wonder—who knows where I am right now? What if you could tell a friend or family in real time…
03 February 2025
- Simplex, a computer numerical control (CNC) machine manufacturing startup based in Egypt, has raised US$13 million to construct a massive new CNC facility in Saudi Arabia. Through the use of preprogrammed computer software integrated into the tools…
03 February 2025
- Accrue, a Nigerian fintech startup that is transforming cross-border payments in Africa, has raised US$1.58 million in seed funding to expand its staff and product line. More than 200,000 people use Accrue in eight African nations, including South…
03 February 2025
- i3, a pan-African program for startup companies creating healthcare supply chains of the future, is seeking top innovators to join its third cohort. With funding from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and support from MSD, Cencora, the…
03 February 2025
- The AI startup OpenAI is aiming to raise $40 billion in a funding round, which would put its valuation at $340 billion. According to two people involved with the negotiations who asked not to be named, because the talks are still ongoing, Masayoshi…
03 February 2025
- The Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurship Programme (TEEP), which offers entrepreneurs US$5,000 in funding, coaching, and training, is now accepting applications. Launched in 2010, the Tony Elumelu Foundation aims to support entrepreneurship growth in…
03 February 2025
- NjiaPay, a payments-as-a-service company based in South Africa that helps African businesses with their payment challenges, has closed an oversubscribed US$1 million pre-seed investment round. HAVAÍC led the pre-seed investment round, and other…
03 February 2025
- Fincart, based in Egypt, has raised an undisclosed amount of pre-seed funding to expand its courier network and enhance its technology platform; the platform helps small and medium-sized e-commerce businesses with shipping and unlocking working…
03 February 2025
- Insight Terra, a South African firm, has secured US$5.7 million in Series A extension funding to expand its AI-powered platform for environmental risk and greenhouse gas (GHG) analysis. E3 Capital, Fireball Capital, Atlantic Bridge, Globalive, and…
03 February 2025
- Learn insights into how technology shapes modern healthcare management.
03 February 2025
- The feature seeks to reinvent event planning with interactive invites and iCloud integration.
03 February 2025
- More than just an incremental upgrade, o3-mini is a clear signal to DeepSeek that OpenAI isn’t ceding ground easily.
03 February 2025
- With this, you can optimize your Chrome browser if it becomes unresponsive or slow.
03 February 2025
- The list of best online casinos in Australia 2025 is out, finally!! This is the most awaited updated list and we are as thrilled as you are. Here, we have added the 5 best Australian real money online casinos and you can choose the suitable one for…
03 February 2025
- Bolt is launching Trusted Contacts, a feature that allows passengers and drivers to add friends or relatives to their account contacts. The ride-hailing firm says the move is part of its ongoing investment in upgrades to safety features on its…
03 February 2025
- Float, a South African credit card-linked instalment platform, announces its partnership with Peach Payments, a leading online payment solution provider. The collaboration will see thousands of Peach Payments merchants instantly integrate Float at…
03 February 2025
- Investing in Innovation Africa (i3) has made a pivotal change to its 3rd cohort selection to prioritise the immediate support for 5-7 growth-stage companies building the Future of Pharmacy care in Africa. This shift comes in response to the U.S.…
03 February 2025
- Galaxy S25 Series Pre-orders: The Samsung Galaxy S25 series has officially launched in Kenya. The all-AI phone was launched on January 22, 2025, in the Kenyan market setting a new standard as a true AI companion with the most natural and context-…
03 February 2025
- Safaricom on Friday celebrated the first grand prize winners of its ongoing ‘Wai Ndai’ challenge by handing over two brand-new Suzuki Altos. 34-year-old John Maina from Naivasha, Nakuru County and 32-year-old gamer Paul Njihia, based in Ruiru,…
03 February 2025
- NTT DATA has announced the international launch of its next-generation Smart AI Agent. The company says this advanced AI tool is a cornerstone of its strategy to accelerate the adoption of Generative AI, with an estimated $2 billion in revenue that…
02 February 2025
- Even without a cable subscription, you can still watch the 2025 Grammy Awards.
01 February 2025
- Gig workers in Côte d’Ivoire are now receiving lending solutions through an initiative currently exclusive to Yango’s partner drivers. Plans are in place to expand the service to consumers, food delivery agents, and merchants in the future. Ride-…
01 February 2025
- Explore strategies and insights for African startups looking to successfully expand across borders in a diverse and dynamic market landscape.
The post Ultimate Guide to Cross-Border Expansion for African Startups appeared first on Tech In Africa.
01 February 2025
- Explore the stark differences between seed and Series A funding for African fintech startups, revealing key insights into investor expectations and market trends.
The post Seed vs. Series A: African Fintech Funding Compared appeared first on Tech…
01 February 2025
- Nigerian mobility company Moove has finalized its acquisition of the Brazilian car rental startup Kovi in an all-share agreement, marking a significant step in its Latin American expansion. The startup officially entered the Mexican market in…
01 February 2025
- Explore how localization shapes market success in Africa by adapting to local languages, payment systems, and regulations.
The post How Localization Drives Market Fit in Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.
01 February 2025
- Africa’s entrepreneurial ecosystem secured $1.5 billion in equity in 2024. While this may seem like a significant achievement to the average person, experts have criticized the continent for falling short of its potential. Statistics reveal that…
01 February 2025
- LagRide, a government-supported ride-hailing platform, is set to lead the adoption of electric vehicles in 2025, according to a source familiar with the development. The company intends to introduce electric cars provided by CIG Motors Co. Ltd.,…
01 February 2025
- The new plant will greatly increase production from 1,000 units in 2024 and signal the company’s expansion into the three-wheeler market. Spiro, an electric mobility company active in seven African countries, is set to open its first EV assembly…
01 February 2025
- According to a report by 6Wresearch, Africa’s cloud computing market is expected to reach around US$20 billion by 2025, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16% through 2031. The growth is fueled by the digital transformation…
01 February 2025
- Swedfund, Sweden’s development finance institution, is committing more than $41 million (€40 million) to the Emerging Africa & Asia Infrastructure Fund (EAAIF), a venture under the Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG) and managed by…
31 January 2025
- Here’s a look at how companies can create effective security strategies if they apply practices of data mining and big data analytics.
31 January 2025
- Will a focus on AI and the metaverse pay off?
31 January 2025
- While playing the long game.
31 January 2025
- Egypt President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi unveiled the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2025–2030, reinforcing the country’s dedication to harnessing AI for economic growth, technological advancement, and improved quality of life. The strategy…
31 January 2025
- Oando, a prominent energy provider in Africa, has revealed intentions to incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) in its upcoming drilling operations to boost operational efficiency through advanced technology. Wale Tinubu, Oando’s Group CEO,…
31 January 2025
- The Gates Foundation-supported initiative, Investing in Innovation Africa(i3), alongside donors, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and African government entities, will allocate $1.6 million to fund 15 healthtech startups across Africa. The initiative…
31 January 2025
- Google has made some great improvements to its Demand Gen campaigns and is introducing new features that make ad management more effective, adaptable, and fun for businesses. These changes are part of the ongoing improvement efforts by Google on the…
31 January 2025
- It offers numerous benefits, including effortless sharing, formatting preservation, and enhanced security.
31 January 2025
- Intel-powered Surface devices are finally here—but at a premium and only for business users.
31 January 2025
- Easily download YouTube videos to your local device for offline use.
31 January 2025
- Kenya is among world governments invited to benchmark on Estonia’s e-govt success after it activated the final portal on divorce management procedures. The invite comes after Estonia launched a month global campaign ending March 27 where public and…
