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Ethio Telecom, AfDB dialogue on possible partnership to boost Ethiopia’s digital economy
In an effort to strengthen Ethiopia’s digital economy and advance Africa’s larger digital transformation, Ethio Telecom and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have initiated a strategic dialogue on funding Ethio Telecom’s digital transformation projects, the state-owned telecom announced on Thursday. Increasing rural connectivity, developing fintech and cloud service innovation, and growing digital infrastructure are a […]
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Kenya’s Interior Ministry mandates Facebook, other social media companies to establish physical offices
The Kenyan Ministry of Interior announced on Thursday via their official Ministry of Interior X post that all social media companies operating in the country must establish physical offices. This directive aims to address cybersecurity challenges, promote responsible technology use, and curb harassment, hate speech, and incitement to violence. Read also: Kenya Primary School Education […]
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WTO Chief Okonjo-Iweala champions AI as key to Nigeria’s development across healthcare, other sectors
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Google unveils Android XR: A new dimension in computing
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Nigeria Govt Introduces Ai Tool, Tlcom Capital Raises $154m For African Start-ups Investment.
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Halo AI raises $6 million seed funding to expand to MENA region, others
The ground-breaking platform Halo AI, which is revolutionising the way creators and brands work together, announced a seed fundraising of $6 million during a competition at the 1 Billion Followers Summit which was held from January 11 to 13, 2025. Strategic investors participated in the round, which was led by Raed Ventures and Shorooq. These […]
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Egypt’s Space Agency kicks off training for 20 African nations in satellite technology
The Egyptian Space Agency (EgSA) has launched a key training programme to empower engineers from 20 African nations in satellite technology. This initiative, under the African Development Satellite Initiative (AfDev-Sat), aims to enhance indigenous space capabilities across Africa. The 10-day training, running from January 13 to 23, is themed “Basic Space Technology and Satellite Systems […]
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NITDA to train 69,000 civil servants on digital literacy
Nigeria’s agency, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in partnership with the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, has initiated a comprehensive Digital Literacy Training and Certification program for federal civil servants to equip them with the necessary IT knowledge and skills to improve public service delivery. The program, which […]
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CIRA Care set to transform childcare, elder care in Middle East with $27.7 million investment
CIRA Education officially launched CIRA Care on January 12, 2025, with an impressive USD 27.7 million investment. This initiative aims to revolutionise the care economy in the Middle East, focusing on childcare, elder care, and healthcare services. Read also: Mubadala Capital announces $200 million in Tenvie Therapeutics for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease therapies The vision behind […]
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Konecta opens regional HQ in Egypt, pledges $100 million investment
On January 9, 2025, Konecta, a leading Spanish digital services company, announced the establishment of its regional headquarters in New Cairo, Egypt. This initiative is part of a $100 million investment plan to enhance the company’s operations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. The announcement was made during a ceremony attended by […]
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Sanabil Accelerator by Orbit: A new hub for disruptive startups in North Africa and MENA
Sanabil Investments, a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), announced on Wednesday the launch of the Sanabil Accelerator by Orbit, aimed at nurturing early-stage startups in North Africa and the MENA region. This initiative marks a significant step in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship across various sectors. Read also: Telr partners with Apaya to […]
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Wegagen Bank‘s prior partnership with BelCash has been replaced with a new mobile money service launched by E-Birr. Users of the service, which was introduced on Tuesday, can use a smartphone app or the USSD code *602# to open wallet accounts, send money, and make payments. At Wegagen Bank’s formal launch event in Shire, Tigray […]
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On January 9, 2025, Mastercard made a noteworthy advancement in the cryptocurrency sector by launching its Crypto Credential solution in the United Arab Emirates and Kazakhstan. Mastercard enters Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EEMEA) to simplify blockchain transactions and boost user trust. Read also: Alipay remittances now available via stc pay and Mastercard Simplifying […]
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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
In recent years, podcasts have grown in popularity all around the world. To provide audio content more appropriate for African listeners, two software entrepreneurs, Ojiugo and Ekemezie Uche, started the Lagos-based startup called Genti Media in 2021. With stories, dramas, and educational resources told in African languages by African voices, Genti Media is a Nigerian […]
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Safaricom’s profit in Ethiopia plunged by 17.7 percent to KES 28.1 billion, down from KES 34.1 billion, according to the company’s half-year financial report released on Thursday. As one of Africa’s leading telecom operators, the decline in profit for the half-year that ended September 30, 2024 was largely attributed to the depreciation of the Ethiopian […]
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AI
Microsoft has unveiled Copilot Chat, an advanced conversational AI tool aimed at revolutionising productivity and workflows across its platforms. Announced on Wednesday in a blog post, the tool integrates AI into everyday tasks, empowering businesses and individuals to achieve more efficiently. Read also: AI to replace 41% of jobs by 2030: World Economic Forum Copilot […]
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