By Dean Smorenburg, CEO at Maltento Small changes can create significant differences in the most surprising of ways. In an infinitely chaotic world, filled with seemingly infinite variables, implementing large and lasting changes to our…
These initiatives tackle the obstacles to accessing tech education and careers while highlighting the crucial role AI skills play in fostering innovation and prosperity. They establish the groundwork for a flourishing tech hub,…
iProcure, the Kenyan agritech startup backed by Safaricom’s Spark Fund, is currently under administration after being unable to settle undisclosed debts. KPMG’s advisory division has been appointed as the administrator, tasked with…
Nigerian startup Chowdeck, specializing in on-demand delivery services, has successfully raised $2.5 million in seed funding. Nigerian startup Chowdeck, specializing in on-demand delivery services, has successfully secured $2.5 million in…
The two Kenyan organizations are the only representatives from Africa that will gain access to over $20 million in funding for their projects. Google.org the philanthropic division of Google, has selected Kenya’s Jacaranda Health and EIDU…
A leading African technology company, Bluechip Technologies, has set its sights on Uganda, officially launching operations in the country. Specializing in data management and analytics solutions, the Lagos-based firm aims to tap into…
Nodle’s blockchain technology will facilitate the real-time tracking of motorcycle taxis in East Africa, with funding provided by Watu. Boda bodas are an integral part of everyday life in East Africa, particularly in vibrant cities such as…
By Adele Kazilsky, CEO of FutureGen Labs Despite the popularity of both religious and non-religious public holidays, they do not last forever. They, like all else in this world, are vulnerable to disorder and the randomness of systems…
Jumia has revealed that Starlink’s high-speed, low-latency satellite internet kits are now available on its platform in Kenya. This marks a new phase in the ongoing strategic alliance that was first introduced in Nigeria. While Starlink…
VALR, South Africa’s premier cryptocurrency exchange by transaction volume, has submitted applications for cryptocurrency operating licenses in both Dubai and Mauritius. Since September 2022, the exchange has also secured authorization to…
The eighth annual Africa Tech Summit (ATS) London is set to take place at the London Stock Exchange on June 7, 2024. This prominent event has historically sold out and draws more than 300 tech leaders, policymakers, investors, and…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reportedly directed fintech firms like Moniepoint, OPay, Kuda Bank, and Palmpay to restrict new account openings. This move comes after the recent freezing of 1,146 bank accounts linked to unauthorized…
Speaker of Council, Cllr. Mncedi Ndzwanana, has collaborated with the Telkom Foundation, Tshwane North College (TNC), CoGTA, and Eskom to equip the students of Winterveldt High School with vital resources. The school was provided with 31…
The platform for launching careers in Science and Technology acts as an additional approach to motivate students to engage with STEM subjects and consider careers in the STEM sector. At present, young students are developing abilities in…
Wasoko, the Kenyan e-commerce firm supported by investors like Tiger Global and 4DX Ventures, has denied reports that it has shut down its operations in Rwanda, just weeks after halting activities in Zanzibar and pausing operations in…
Opera initially valued its stake at $269 million in December 2023 but revised it in subsequent filings due to a smaller financing transaction. OPay experienced significant growth over the past year, partly driven by a currency redesign…
Cameroon has been seizing Starlink kits at its borders due to the Internet service provider lacking a license in the country. Starlink plans to discontinue service in regions where it isn’t licensed, including Cameroon, on April 30.…
Kubik, an innovative Ethiopian startup that transforms plastic waste into affordable, eco-friendly building materials, has secured $1.9 million in a seed extension funding round. The investment was contributed by African Renaissance…
In a significant stride towards establishing Nigeria’s leadership in Artificial Intelligence (AI) development across Africa, the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, has unveiled the…
Bayobab, the digital infrastructure company formerly known as MTN GlobalConnect, has made a significant stride in its strategic growth plans with the completion of its structural separation from parent company MTN Group. This milestone…
In a move to enhance social connections and enrich digital experiences, Meta, the parent company of Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram, has introduced Llama 3, a new AI assistant designed to engage in conversations, make suggestions, and…
Spatialedge, a startup based in South Africa specializing in data and applied AI solutions, has successfully raised ZAR60 million (approximately US$3.1 million) to advance its mission of transforming the retail industry. Established in…
Pula, an agricultural insurance and technology startup, has successfully completed a $20 million Series B financing round. This capital will be used to offer insurance coverage to numerous smallholder farmers in developing nations, who…
After two years of foundational efforts, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has approved 75 crypto asset service providers (CASPs) from a pool of 374 applicants. The list, which was announced this Monday, includes prominent…
As Nigeria progresses in its mission to make financial services more accessible, efficient, and cohesive, traditional financial institutions are introducing digital options and the number of fintech companies is increasing. Currently,…
Flutterwave, Africa’s top-valued startup and a leader in digital payments based in Nigeria, has updated its corporate team in preparation for a forthcoming initial public offering, according to the company’s CEO. Speaking at Semafor’s…
Kenyan legislators have ratified a preferential trade agreement with the European Union (EU), resolving a longstanding issue with fellow East African Community (EAC) members who declined a collective agreement in 2016. The Economic…
Although a resolution on data-sharing has averted a disruption of service, dissatisfaction among drivers remains widespread. Many are urging Uber to reduce its 25% commission, while others highlight the growing challenges of driving, such…
In support of President Biden’s Digital Transformation with Africa Initiative and building on the U.S. Department of Commerce-wide Africa strategy, NBA Africa today announced the launch of “Triple-Double: NBA Africa Startup Accelerator,” a…
Felix Mutati, Zambia’s Minister of Technology and Science, asserts that Africa is emerging as the new world, presenting numerous opportunities across the continent. At the 2024 Connected Africa Summit, Kenya’s President William Ruto…