Tech

13 July 2023 - Sophos, a global leader in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, today launched Sophos Managed Detection and Response (MDR)… The post Sophos Launches Managed Detection and Response (MDR) for Microsoft Defender appeared first on…

13 July 2023 - Laser Light Companies and Kenya-headquartered WIOCC have signed a five-year $129 million agreement for terrestrial and subsea cables expansion across Africa.  Under the agreement, WIOCC also use Laser Light for its global connectivity needs beyond its…

13 July 2023 - Accelerator Startup Wise Guys has announced that it is accepting applications for its SaaS (Software as a Service) Accelerator Program in Africa. The goal of this program is to assist local SaaS companies in becoming successful by providing them with…

13 July 2023 - A pipeline of innovative renewable energy projects in development is driving sustainable solutions in West Africa. The upcoming MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power conference, organized by Energy Capital & Power in Mauritania, will highlight the top 5 of…

13 July 2023 - Here, will delve into the details of M-Pesa transaction charges, enabling you to make informed decisions when using their service.

13 July 2023 - Nigeria’s plan to make its eNaira mainstream has not recorded much success. From the unbanked to the banked, Here's why Nigerians are not adopting the country’s blockchain money.

13 July 2023 - Egypt, Tanzania, and Nigeria are the three African nations where Apple has said it will adjust the prices for apps and in-app purchases starting on July 25, 2023.  Apple claims that this is because of tax laws, changes in foreign exchange rates, and…

13 July 2023 - Visa has announced the launch of a new initiative called the Africa Fintech Accelerator, which will provide assistance to African companies by providing knowledge, contacts, technology, and investment capital.  Up to forty startups per year will…

13 July 2023 - Elon Musk, founder of Twitter and CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, announced the launch of xAI, a new artificial intelligence startup with the mission to “understand the true nature of the universe.”  According to Musk, xAI will compete with the likes of…

13 July 2023 - The Anglo American Foundation (AAF) and Grindstone, an accelerator known for developing high-growth businesses, have joined forces to develop a South African accelerator dedicated to helping eco-friendly business owners get off the ground.  The…

13 July 2023 - Twenty Ghanaian startups have completed the UNICEF StartUp Lab Accelerator and received a total of $445,000. Following a six-month intense accelerator program focused on business and product development, 20 of Ghana’s innovative entrepreneurs have…

13 July 2023 - Moove, a Nigerian mobility fintech startup, has received an additional $8 million in funding from Absa Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB), bringing its total funding to date from the bank to $28 million. This comes after Moove received USD 20…

13 July 2023 - Parisian fintech startup finres has raised €4.1 million to help drive investors to make better decisions when it comes to ploughing into agriculture. The funding will be used to help finres launch its investor platform, push ahead with R&D…

13 July 2023 - Eindhoven-based deep-tech startup FononTech announced on Tuesday that it has secured €2.3M in a seed round of funding. The investment came as a convertible loan from TTT Smart Industries Fund, SHIFT Invest, Brabantse Ontwikkelingsmaatschappij (BOM),…

13 July 2023 - London-based Outverse, a ‘full-stack’ community platform for modern SaaS companies, announced that it has secured $6M in a Seed round of funding led by Wing VC. Notion Capital, Seedcamp, Connect Ventures, and Tiny VC also participated in the round.…

13 July 2023 - After applying for the SRD grant, you want to keep up with your payment status. See how to check your SASSA status in a variety of ways.

13 July 2023 - “With World Youth Skills Day being celebrated on 15 July, now is the perfect time to examine the significance of cybersecurity skills and embrace the career opportunities available in this dynamic field,” says Sergey Lozhkin, Principal Security…

13 July 2023 - Zain Bahrain's Q2 results show growth in customers and financial performance, driven by expansion and sustainability.

13 July 2023 - Vodacom Eastern Cape region will invest over R500 million into the network and power backup upgrades across the province during the 2023/2024 financial year. This significant investment into the network will help the region expand connectivity in deep…

13 July 2023 - Ericsson and MTN partner to bring affordable broadband and solar solutions, bridging the digital divide in rural Benin.

13 July 2023 - Huawei Eco-Connect 2023 showcases 20+ innovative products for Sub-Saharan Africa, accelerating digital development in the region.

13 July 2023 - 10 Southern African fintech startups have each received $5,000 (R94,020) from the World Bank to help bridge the gap in financial access for innovative emerging companies in underserved communities. The award was part of a Fintech Challenge aimed at…

12 July 2023 - Yesh Surjoodeen, the Southern Africa Managing Director at HP talks about the urgency to accelerate sustainability in Africa.

12 July 2023 - MTN MoMo has been driven by a need to reduce expenditure and service cost and give the people reliable, affordable and accessible services.

12 July 2023 - Orange Jordan has launched its 5G services in several areas in Amman and in Irbid. Orange is the first to enable 5G network in Amman.

12 July 2023 - WIOCC GROUP, the converged open-access digital infrastructure provider in Africa, is pleased to announce the appointment of Nolan Naidu as the new Head of Product. With 16+ years of telecom industry experience, Nolan brings expertise in product…

12 July 2023 - Eden Care, a Rwandan insurtech startup is the sole African company confirmed as a participant in the S23 batch of… The post Eden Care selected for the prestigious Y Combinator summer 2023 batch appeared first on TechMoran.

12 July 2023 - After laying off 10,000 staff in January 2023, Microsoft is reportedly planning another round of layoffs. As per a report... Source

12 July 2023 - The advent of AI systems like chat GPT, Mid Journey, Dall-e, Bard etc, has made so many people curious and… The post African AI Foundation and American Spaces team up to train one thousand people in AI skills appeared first on TechMoran.

12 July 2023 - With over 1,200 urban cooperative banks, 850,000 societies, and more than 380 million Indians banking with cooperative banks and societies that together hold approximately IN 20 lakh crore ($250 billion) in deposits, the Indian banking system still…

12 July 2023 - Digital payments company Pesapal has partnered with Sokohela, a digital credit provider to launch a new credit product for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Kenya.  The loan product will offer financing solutions for SMEs that face…

12 July 2023 - Uber, has introduced Uber Reserve ,a product that allows riders to book trips for upcoming trips of up to 90 days in… The post  Uber introduces Uber Reserve product for customers book rides in advance appeared first on TechMoran.

12 July 2023 - Intellectual property (IP) encompasses intangible assets that result from human creativity, such as inventions, literary and artistic works, symbols, names, images, and designs used in commerce. As we transition into an increasingly digital world,…

12 July 2023 - Twitters new rival platform THREADS is making waves since their debut on July 6 2023, the app is officially the fastest to have reached 100 million users in just 5 days of its debut. Developed by Meta, it has officially surpassed ChatGPT as the fastest…

12 July 2023 - In a recent report by GSMA, the Mobile Gender Gap Report 2023, it’s predicted that 800 million women will need... Source

12 July 2023 - Tanzania has secured a $60 million loan from the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries Fund for International Development (OPEC Fund) for the construction of a 166km over-head electricity transmission line connecting consumers in the Kagera…

12 July 2023 - Reliance Infosystem, an organisation creating enduring partnerships with their customers by providing suitable technology inputs to support their business goals, and GetFundedAfrica (GFA), a cloud-based tech platform uplifting African individuals and…

12 July 2023 - The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD has signed  an agreement for a concessional development loan of $20 million to finance… The post The Saudi Fund for Development funds a project to deliver reliable electricity for underserved in Rwanda appeared first…

12 July 2023 - IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, issued a new US dollar global benchmark bond, raising $2 billion to support private businesses in developing countries. Support for the new five-year benchmark was strong and the trade attracted orders over $3.95…

12 July 2023 - KPMG and Microsoft have announced a significant expansion of their global relationship that will reshape professional services across a number... Source

12 July 2023 - The British High Commission’s UK-SA Tech Hub has committed to a second round of funding for the SA Start-up Act Movement (SUA). The UK-South… The post UK-SA Tech Hub to give second round of funding to SA Start-up Act Movement appeared first on…

12 July 2023 - Vodacom Eastern Cape invests over R500 million to expand network and bridge the digital divide.

12 July 2023 - BCG-QED Investors report identifies Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa as leading drivers of African fintech.

12 July 2023 - PostBank and MTN Uganda collaborate to launch 'Wendi,' a mobile wallet driving financial inclusion in Uganda.

12 July 2023 - WIOCC Group strengthens leadership with new heads of product and ESG to drive innovation.

12 July 2023 - Vodacom Tanzania opens new facility in Dodoma, expanding network services and introducing 5G coverage.

12 July 2023 - UAE-based healthtech startup Alma Health has raised $10 million in a Series A funding round co-led by Knuru Capital and… The post UAE-based healthtech startup Alma Health  secures $10 million to to accelerate its growth appeared first on TechMoran.

12 July 2023 - This wave of job cuts affects employees beyond the initial 10,000 reductions and primarily impacts customer service, support, and sales roles The post Microsoft Implements Further Layoffs, Adding to Previous Workforce Reductions appeared first on…

12 July 2023 - Andrea Ferro, VP channel at Vertiv, emphasizes the importance of edge computing in designing optimal solutions.

12 July 2023 - CIOs optimistic about technology's value, but budget constraints and risks remain significant concerns.