01 February 2024
- The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) has announced a global Grant Program that will enable innovators in Kenya to access a fund worth $10 million (KSh 1.6 billion). The ICANN Grant Program will support projects that…
01 February 2024
- Italian Prime Minister announces initiatives to enhance economic ties, create energy hub, and curb African emigration
01 February 2024
- Deputy Speaker emphasizes the need to amend data protection laws to encompass Artificial Intelligence advancements.
01 February 2024
- 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…
01 February 2024
- 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…
01 February 2024
- 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…
01 February 2024
- In today's edition: Google launches its first African cloud centre || Kippa pivots to edtech || Bolt expands to Zimbabwe || Bboxx moves its HQ to Rwanda || Ghana’s mobile money agents have a new deadline
01 February 2024
- AlphabloQ is the first blockchain-based company to be accepted into the regulatory sandbox of the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) of Kenya. Founded in 2023 by Trevor Kimani and John Mbui, alphabloQ has dedicated the past...
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01 February 2024
- In recent years, Africa has been touted as the next frontier for investment, with its burgeoning tech scene and a population ripe for innovation. However, beneath the surface lies a stark reality: the venture capital landscape in Africa is broken.…
01 February 2024
- Today, on January 30, 2024, a distinguished group of biodiversity experts representing over 20 African countries will gather in Harare to discuss the current state of biodiversity for food and agriculture in the region.Their objective is to devise…
01 February 2024
- MTN Group has pledged to invest a substantial $215 million in infrastructure in the Republic of Benin over the next three years. The investment will primarily focus on the construction of MTN Benin, the telco’s subsidiary office. This commitment…
01 February 2024
- InspiraFarms Cooling,a leading provider of cooling solutions based in Kenya, has recently secured a substantial $1.09 million (€1 million) investment. This funding will be instrumental in supporting the company’s off-grid energy cold storage…
01 February 2024
- Centenary Bank, a leading commercial bank in Uganda, has recently launched CenteWhatsApp banking, a convenient platform that provides customers with instant and secure access to a wide range of banking services through WhatsApp. With CenteWhatsApp…
31 January 2024
- Bolt has announced the pilot of its ride-hailing services in Harare, Zimbabwe today with more than 300 drivers ready to start accepting hire services. Zimbabwe will be the third country for Bolt in Southern Africa. Bolt’s entry into Zimbabwe marks…
31 January 2024
- Oracle has announced its intention to establish a public cloud region in Nairobi, Kenya. The is part of Oracle’s wider strategy to expand its global cloud infrastructure in Africa. The announcement comes after a meeting...
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31 January 2024
- Kenya’s fiscal policy is set to benefit from a renewed focus on managing external liquidity concerns recede even as fiscal challenges persist. This is according to the latest global Market Outlook Report for 2024 from Standard Chartered. The Report…
31 January 2024
- Nearly a year after the departure of the last SEC board and President Tinubu's yet-to-appoint successors.
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31 January 2024
- Here are the big product updates you should know about today – January 31, 2024.Artists Get Tools to Protect Their Images from Unauthorized AI UseGoogle Plans Subscription Model for Its AI ChatbotGoogle's Art Selfie 2 Returns with Generative…
31 January 2024
- If you're keen on learning how to create both the visible parts of a website and the behind-the-scenes stuff, you're in the right place. In 2024, there are lots of courses online that can teach you everything you need to know. Whether you're just
31 January 2024
- Here are the top stories we are tracking today – January 31, 2024.Meta's Threads makes a comebackElon Musk's $56 billion Tesla compensation package suffers setbackPayPal cuts 9% of its workforce amidst rising competitionAI industry loses $190…
31 January 2024
- There are new updates for the upcoming February SASSA Payment 2024. See them here:
31 January 2024
- South Africa was the only tech ecosystem in sub-Saharan Africa to see an increase in average valuations in 2023, according to data by MAGNiTT.
31 January 2024
- Oracle Corporation, an American multinational computer technology company, is set to establish a public cloud region in Nairobi, Kenya, reinforcing...
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31 January 2024
- Oracle Corporation, an American multinational computer technology company, is set to establish a public cloud region in Nairobi, Kenya, reinforcing...
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31 January 2024
- Kippa, the financial management startup backed by Target Global, is pivoting from fintech and is piloting a new edtech service, two people with direct knowledge of the matter told TechCabal
31 January 2024
- Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. today announced the launch of the first-generation Infinity AI Copilot. Leveraging the convergence of AI...
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31 January 2024
- SasaPay, a leading digital payments service provider, has introduced an innovative tool enabling users to automatically transfer money to bank...
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31 January 2024
- Pade, a startup that helps businesses manage HR functions, paid out ₦11 billion in salaries in 2023. A key business driver? Landing Flutterwave as a key client
31 January 2024
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been a hot topic of discussion in the tech world with stories around its promises and...
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31 January 2024
- Recent years have seen an uptick in the number and severity of natural disasters around the globe, and 2023 was no different in this regard, with floods, earthquakes, droughts, and deadly hurricanes taking their toll...
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31 January 2024
- Strategic collaboration aims to distribute compact 400G solutions, enhancing connectivity in Africa with cost-efficient optical networking.
31 January 2024
- Check Point's Infinity AI Copilot, an AI-powered assistant, boosts cybersecurity teams' efficiency, automates tasks, and enhances threat response.
31 January 2024
- Here are some updates regarding registration for the JAMB CBT Mock exam 2024:
31 January 2024
- 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,…
31 January 2024
- Bolt has launched Bolt Send, a same-day parcel delivery service in Johannesburg North. The service will allow users to conveniently send small parcels and gifts through the Bolt app. The new venture is powered by a fleet of Bajaj Qute vehicles.…
31 January 2024
- Ride hailing company, Bolt, has announced the pilot of its service in Harare, Zimbabwe. The company has launched in the...
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31 January 2024
- The tech world is abuzz with anticipation for the launch of Apple's Vision Pro, a groundbreaking mixed-reality headset poised to redefine how we consume media. From immersive movie-watching experiences that transport users inside the film to…
31 January 2024
- 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,…
31 January 2024
- Here are some of the top stories in Africa you might have missed.Nigerian fintech Miden selected for YC 2024 winter batchSony invests in SA gaming startup Carry1stBolt launches same-day delivery service in South AfricaElectricity Company of Ghana…
31 January 2024
- In 2023, the technology industry showcased its economic prowess with the emergence of some of the world's most profitable companies, establishing themselves as a powerhouse of financial success. Research by GROW and CONVERT which delved into the…
31 January 2024
- Without a doubt, collaboration within the sales team is central to productivity and positive business outcomes. Research by Frost & Sullivan shows that workplace collaboration efforts boost company sales by 27% and customer satisfaction ratings…
31 January 2024
- 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…
31 January 2024
- 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…
31 January 2024
- Kenyan startup, Apollo Agriculture, a commercial farming platform that helps small-scale farmers maximise their profits, has raised US$10 million in funding to help it continue to grow. Founded in 2019, Apollo Agriculture empowers farmers to…
31 January 2024
- Bolt will not receive any commission from drivers for a minimum of six months in Zimbabwe.
31 January 2024
- Are you currently in search of the best place to redeem gift cards for naira? This guide is written for you.Many gift cards go unused every year which could have been exchanged for cash. You can convert gift cards to cash swiftly on the right…
31 January 2024
- South African startup Carry1st, Africa’s leading game publisher and digital commerce platform, has secured a strategic investment from the Sony Innovation Fund: Africa, the venture capital arm of Sony Group Corporation, making it the new fund’s…
31 January 2024
- BUTEC Group enhances water management skills with the acquisition of Société des Eaux de Marseille's Moroccan businesses.
31 January 2024
- Senegalese startup ProXalys, which specialises in digital transformation in B2B commerce, has raised a US$500,000 funding round to help it scale. Founded in 2021 by Thierno Sakho, ProXalys aims to modernise and empower Senegal’s informal traders,…
31 January 2024
- Libyan SMEs gain financial support as Central Bank approves legal framework for Libyan Credit Information Centre.