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Osinbajo advocates for human investment over technology in Africa’s climate crisis
Amid growing concerns about the climate crisis in Africa, former Vice President of Nigeria, Prof Oluyemi Osinbajo, has introduced a fresh perspective on addressing these pressing issues. Speaking at the Babacar Ndiaye 2024 Lecture in Washington, D.C., Prof Osinbajo underscored the importance of prioritising human resource investment as a key strategy in the fight against […]
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Afin Bank, a recently launched UK-based startup, has partnered with banking technology leaders Thought Machine and Vacuumlabs to deliver specialised digital banking services for Africans residing in the UK. This venture, scheduled to launch in 2025, follows the bank’s Authorisation with Restrictions (AwR) licence approval from the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), marking a critical milestone […]
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ChitChat introduces cross-border remittance feature to support African communities
ChitChat, a leading African social commerce platform, has launched a new remittance feature enabling users to send and receive money seamlessly across 13 countries worldwide. The new feature, released on Monday, November 4, enhances the platform’s existing financial services. It allows users to access cross-border transfers directly within chat conversations. It is supported by a […]
READ MOREKotani Pay launches in East Africa, merging cash and crypto for seamless payments
Kotani Pay, a licensed on-ramp and off-ramp service provider, is expanding its operations into Rwanda and Uganda. This is a significant step in enhancing digital payment accessibility across East Africa. The fintech company announced the expansion via X on Wednesday, October 30: “Exciting news! Kotani Pay has expanded its on-ramp and off-ramp services to Rwanda […]
READ MOREKenya’s first e-mobility youth forum and motor show kicks off in Kisumu
Kisumu City is set to host Kenya’s inaugural E-Mobility Youth Skills Forum and Motor Show from November 1–3, 2024, with a central theme, “Accelerate to Green.” The event aims to engage Kenyan youths in the green technology and electric mobility sectors, covering topics such as reducing emissions, transitioning to green energy, and advancing EV innovations […]
READ MORERwanda joins global tech leaders at SWITCH 2024
Rwanda’s High Commissioner to Singapore, Jean De Dieu Uwihanganye, joined influential diplomatic and global leaders at the Singapore Week of Innovation and Technology (SWITCH) 2024 opening ceremony, signalling Rwanda’s commitment to the global tech landscape. Held on Monday, October 28, at Marina Bay Sands and hosted by Enterprise Singapore, SWITCH 2024 brings together over 300 […]
READ MOREDigital divide: 76% of Ethiopians lack access to internet, says report
According to a research released this week by the Global System for Mobile Communication Association (GSMA), 76 percent of Ethiopians still lack access to mobile Internet. The results showed that the majority of people without mobile Internet access reside in places where mobile networks are available. According to the report, closing the gap is essential […]
READ MORENigeria, Switzerland forge strategic partnership to drive tech innovation
Nigeria has formed a strategic alliance with Switzerland through the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) Innovation Park, led by Chief Uche Nnaji, Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology. In a statement released on Saturday, Dr Felix Ale, Director of Media and Corporate Communications at the National Space Research Development Agency, announced and shared details […]
READ MOREFintech
PiggyVest, a prominent Nigerian fintech platform, received two prestigious awards at the Digital Jurist Awards 2024 held on October 31 at Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos. The company was named the Best Mobile App and fintech with the Best Social Media presence, recognising its efforts to enhance users’ digital financial experiences and engage them […]
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Cryptocurrency
African cryptocurrency groups on Telegram have grown by a staggering 189 percent since early 2023, according to an analysis by Bitget on October 30. The research indicated that there was a shift in digital asset usage from the Western to emerging economies. Exploring the youth-driven crypto movement on Telegram Crypto-focused Telegram groups in Africa now […]
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Product Review
With the iPhone 16 leaks making headlines, anticipation for Apple’s latest smartphone release is at an all-time high. Among the plethora of leaked details, one aspect that has caught the attention of tech enthusiasts is the reported battery capacities. Let’s delve into the revelations provided by analyst Majin Bu and explore the potential implications for […]
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Startups
Visa announced investments in four startups from its inaugural Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator program on Tuesday, November 5. This initiative is a part of Visa’s larger $1 billion commitment to support Africa’s digital transformation, aiming to drive financial inclusion and strengthen the fintech ecosystem across the continent. Visa is working to close the gap for […]
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Tech with Pelumy
After coming across the article that Nigeria is one of the leading countries that pray globally, exploring Artificial Intelligence and religion within the technology sphere became fascinating. Nigeria is highly religious, with a strong affinity for different beliefs that usher its citizenry to spirituality and communion with the world beyond. No topic, establishment, social discourse, […]
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AI
In an increasingly competitive AI landscape, OpenAI unveiled a powerful web search integration within ChatGPT on Thursday October 31, allowing users real-time access to the latest information. This new feature is available for paid subscribers, with free, enterprise, and education users gaining access in the upcoming weeks. Rather than launching as a separate product, OpenAI […]
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