TikTok, the leading short-form video platform, has unveiled its Global Youth Council in collaboration with Praesidio Safeguarding, marking a significant step towards empowering teenage voices in shaping online experiences. Comprising 15 dynamic teenagers aged 15 to 18 from various nations, the council aims to drive transformative change and enhance online safety on the platform. The […]

In the heart of Africa’s bustling fintech landscape stands a visionary leader, Olugbenga Agboola, also known as “GB”, a Nigerian software engineer and entrepreneur. As the co-founder and CEO of Flutterwave, born in 1985, Agboola embodies innovation and determination in revolutionising financial services across the continent. Read also: Teen World Foundation to host Teen Tech […]

Nairobi-based agritech company Twiga Foods has named Charles Ballard its new CEO, starting May 1. In his new job, Charles Ballard, a well-known figure in e-commerce, brings much knowledge from working in retail and financial services. With a lot of experience in the company, he comes to Twiga Foods from Jumia Kenya, where he was […]

Business grants present an excellent opportunity for entrepreneurs and business owners to secure funds that can propel their startups forward. These grants specifically target African entrepreneurs and startups, providing them with financial support to advance their enterprises. These funding opportunities cater to various needs, such as business development, employee salaries, and advertising expenses. Unlike loans […]

After two years of investing €3.5 million ($3.7 million) to expand its operations, the food delivery platform Glovo will cease operations in Ghana on May 10, 2024. The platform notified its restaurant partners through email. The firm claims that it ceased operations in Ghana because of profitability concerns.  Part of the mail reads: “While we […]

The need for jobs related to artificial intelligence has grown substantially in the past few years. The report on ‘the Future of Jobs’ by the World Economic Forum states that, over the next five years, the most rapidly expanding occupations will be those involving artificial intelligence and machine learning. The need for experts in artificial […]

WhatsApp releases new features on iPhones to improve user experiences, following updates made to the Android version earlier. A post on X from April 24th, which reads, “passkeys are rolling out now on iOS…a more secure (and easier!) way to log back in with Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode,” was made by the […]

Although the M2 MacBook Air is more affordable than the M3, Apple’s new M3 MacBook Air is still a highly desirable model. Even if Apple’s superior M3 MacBook Air is currently on sale, you shouldn’t discount the older M2 MacBook Air—especially not while it’s on sale. Despite its age, the M2 remains one of the […]

Teen World Foundation is gearing up to host the highly anticipated Teen Tech Expo 2024 on Tuesday, May 28, at the University of Lagos (Unilag). This event promises to showcase the creativity and technological prowess of young minds, providing a platform for teenagers to explore and innovate in the world of technology. The Teen Tech […]

South Africa’s leading cryptocurrency exchange, VALR, is set to broaden its crypto asset services beyond its home turf, targeting international markets like Poland and beyond.  CEO Farzam Ehsani revealed to Reuters the company’s ambitious plans to compete with global crypto giants by offering similar products and services while ensuring regulatory compliance in each jurisdiction. Read […]

Kenya is set to host the NADPA conference from May 7 to 9, 2024, providing a pivotal platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration among African data protection authorities.  The conference, organised by the Network of African Data Protection Authorities (NADPA), serves as a vital forum for privacy and data protection authorities from different regions to […]

In the ever-evolving world of multimedia creation, the Canon EOS R6 Mark II emerges as a beacon of innovation and versatility. Announced in April 2024, this mirrorless camera represents a significant leap forward, building upon the success of its predecessor, the R6, with a host of upgraded features tailored to meet the demands of today’s […]

MTN Nigeria is transforming significantly from a telecommunications company (telco) to a comprehensive technology entity, termed a TechCo, by 2025. This transformative initiative was unveiled during the Texcellence conference themed ‘Championing a Forward-thinking Africa,’ organised by CWG Plc in Lagos. Shodunke Shoyinka, Chief Information Officer at MTN Nigeria, articulated its vision to evolve into a […]