Gu Mu, the managing director of Huawei Technologies in Malawi, underscores the company’s strong commitment to bolstering the country’s information and communications technology (ICT) landscape. This commitment is evident through Huawei’s recent donation, showcasing a dedication to supporting the Malawian government’s efforts in promoting ICT across the nation. Gu Mu elaborates on the significance of […]

Africa’s leading payment technology company, Flutterwave, has earned a prestigious spot on the 12th annual CNBC Disruptor 50 list, joining the ranks of other innovative enterprises like OpenAI, Stripe, and Monzo. This accolade is renowned for spotlighting private companies shaking up traditional industries and seizing substantial opportunities. The selection criteria, which include scalability, user growth, […]

OmniRetail, a Nigerian B2B e-commerce startup, has emerged as the beacon of growth in Africa’s corporate landscape.  The Financial Times’ latest ranking of the fastest-growing companies on the continent has placed OmniRetail at the pinnacle, with an astonishing revenue surge of 772.39% in 2022, reaching a valuation of $139.8 million. The runner-up, Kyosk Digital from […]

In a groundbreaking collaboration, PalmPay, a leading fintech platform, has joined forces with the Lagos state government of Nigeria to revolutionise payment solutions for the ‘Ounje Eko’ initiative, a weekly food discount market designed to provide relief to the citizens of Lagos. The ‘Ounje Eko’ program has embraced the NQR payment solution, powered by the […]

In the ever-growing gaming world, Xbox consoles are potent platforms for immersive experiences. However, if you’re an AirPods user, you might be disappointed to learn that Xbox consoles lack built-in Bluetooth support, making it seemingly impossible to connect your AirPods directly for audio output.  But fear not! While the roadblock exists, there are ways to […]

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved transforming a Federal Government-owned property in San Francisco, USA, into a Nigerian Digital Technology Exchange Programme Hub known as the Nigeria Startup House. The minister of communications, innovation, and digital economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, recently announced this on Twitter. The Nigeria Startup House is set to be a […]

Axmed, a pioneering B2B marketplace platform, has recently secured a $2 million seed investment to revolutionise access to essential medicines in low and middle-income countries (LMICs).  The seed funding round, spearheaded by Founder Ventures, complements a $5 million grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, culminating in $7 million raised for Axmed’s mission. This […]

The Africa SAP User Group (AFSUG), which caters to users of Systems, Applications and Products (SAP) in data processing, is excited to launch its newest project, the AFSUG Career Connect Portal. This is only available to members of AFSUG.  This new platform is a central hub where AFSUG and SAP member companies can find the […]

The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved the establishment of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) dedicated to extending Nigeria’s fibre optic network by an additional 90,000km.  The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani, announced the landmark approval after today’s Federal Executive Council meeting in Abuja. The minister said that the launch […]

The controversial 0.5% cybersecurity levy introduced by the federal government on electronic banking transactions has been suspended temporarily. After the two-day Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Minister of Information Mohammed Idris told State House media on Tuesday. The tax was being looked at and put […]

Prominent cryptocurrency analyst and FX Pro trader Alex Kuptsikevich has issued a warning, stating that if Bitcoin falls below $60,000 in the next few days, there may be a big panic sell-off. Before the market is considered positive, cryptocurrency traders, based on market sentiment, are looking for a break of above $65,000. Bitcoin has been […]

OpenAI has released chatgpt-40, a quicker and less expensive version of artificial intelligence, and has promised to give it away for free to all users. A live-streamed event on Monday revealed the ChatGPT-4o, an improved version of ChatGPT-4. The new colossal language model, which can process 50 different languages, will be better at managing text […]

With the help of the Wadi Degla Group, the Egyptian investment firm Glint has raised $3 million during the first close of its second venture fund, which will support startups and entrepreneurs in Egypt and encourage innovation and growth. The company claims its mission is to provide innovative Egyptians with the tools they need to […]

Meta Platforms is creating camera-equipped earbuds that use artificial intelligence (AI). Under the pseudonym of the “Camerabuds” project, the Facebook parent hopes the gadget can translate languages and recognise objects. In September of last year, Meta unveiled their second-generation Ray-Ban smart glasses, which will retail for $299 and feature built-in artificial intelligence (AI) that can provide […]

Oracle is ramping up its research and development (R&D) initiatives in Morocco, aiming to expand its local IT professional workforce to 1,000 individuals. This strategic investment aims to propel Oracle’s innovative technologies forward to meet the evolving needs of its global customer base. A significant milestone was achieved as an agreement was signed today between […]

Morocco has been ranked 55th out of 70 countries in terms of cybersecurity. This is according to a recent report by MixMode, a prominent cybersecurity solutions provider in California. This evaluation considered various indicators, including the National Cybersecurity Index (NCSI), the Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI), the Cyber Exposure Index (CEI), and the Cyber Resilience Index […]

The recent disruptions in undersea cables have significantly impacted internet connectivity in East Africa, causing widespread issues for users attempting to access online services. Ben Roberts, Group CTIO of Liquid Intelligent Technologies, highlighted the severity of the situation, pointing out that the internet in East Africa is facing severe impairment due to multiple cable faults. […]

Bitnob, a financial technology company that lets you send money to mobile money wallets and bank accounts, and Tether Operations Limited, the biggest company in the digital asset industry, are announcing a strategic partnership to assist in educating students in Africa about Bitcoin and Stablecoins. Bitnob will hold several training events at colleges all over […]

Tanzania’s Central Bank has taken action against predatory loans by putting in place safeguards to protect consumers from dishonest lending practices. To protect borrowers, especially those more likely to be taken advantage of by high interest rates and unfair terms, the Central Bank has put strict rules in place.  Unlicensed loan apps have been specifically […]

Ghana is making plans to become Africa’s first blockchain-powered government. The Gold Coast’s Vice President, Mahamudu Bawumia, announced plans to adopt blockchain technology in government operations fully.  This move is part of Ghana’s broader digitisation efforts to effectively promote transparency and combat corruption. The adoption of blockchain is expected to save billions lost to corruption, […]