Busbud, the Canadian titan of travel booking, has successfully acquired Ratality, the South African pioneer in revenue optimization software for the travel industry. Ratality, established in 2017, has been at the forefront of digital transformation for ground travel operators, offering a suite of cloud-based software solutions that enable businesses to manage their operations digitally and […]

The Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart Electric Toothbrush is the most modern toothbrush on the market today. Its sleek design and cutting-edge features make brushing innovative like never before.  This toothbrush is famous for how well it cleans. It can meet a variety of oral care needs. With its comfortable design, different brushing modes, and real-time […]

In a historic and thrilling development, the Orange Corners Nigeria Incubation Programme, a partnership between the Kingdom of Netherlands and the FATE Foundation, announced its expansion into Ogun State, Nigeria. They’ve been empowering aspiring entrepreneurs to turn their dreams into businesses for five years, nurturing 180 businesses through nine incredible cohorts. Witnessing their transformations is […]

Djibouti has launched an ambitious project to digitise its public services and utilise the digital economy’s benefits. The Djiboutian government has just announced the upcoming introduction of two new digital services: e-Cabinet and e-Building Permit. These ideas, announced at the 8th Council of Ministers session on Tuesday, May 14th, aim to modernise government, increase administrative […]

Edutams, an organisation that provides school administration systems, has made the #25 million grant available to IT companies in Ogun State who are interested in developing fresh, creative ideas. Ademola Adenubi, the founder and CEO of Edutams, clarified that the grant will support the development of more creative solutions to further the technological advancement of […]

The Global Cleantech Innovation Programme (GCIP) Nigeria has celebrated the remarkable achievements of innovative small and medium-sized ventures within the nation’s cleantech sector.  Held recently in a vibrant gathering of visionaries, entrepreneurs, and environmental enthusiasts, this event marked a pivotal moment for Nigeria’s sustainable future. The GCIP 2024 Awards recognised outstanding contributions from cleantech startups. […]

The Takealot Township Economy Initiative in Gauteng was launched in collaboration between the Takealot Group and the Gauteng Provincial Government in South Africa. The premier of Gauteng, Panyaza Lesufi, and the executive chairperson of the Takealot Group, Mamongae Mahlare, signed an MOU in Mamelodi West. Historically disadvantaged persons (HDPs) in underserved communities across South Africa […]

Trekk Scooters won the first Nigerian e-Mobility innovation hackathon hosted by GFA Technologies with the sponsorship of Microsoft, Sterling Bank and Oando Plc. Out of 500 applicants, 12 Startups were selected for the hackathon. Startups revolutionising e-mobility with their unique solutions and ground-breaking concepts were the hackathon’s focus. The race for first place was intense, […]

In a bid to foster economic growth and gender equality, the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has embarked on a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering women-led startups in the FinTech sector. This initiative underscores the CBE’s commitment to fostering innovation, economic inclusivity, and empowering woCentral Bank of Egyptmen in the rapidly evolving digital financial landscape. […]

The Ghanaian government has begun a programme to provide 1.3 million free tablets to pupils in the country’s secondary schools in an effort to boost students’ proficiency with digital tools. At Monday’s launch of the Ghana Smart Schools Project, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo stated that the government is trying to digitise every aspect of […]

In a bold move to champion local innovation, Telkom has stepped up as a key partner of the Global Entrepreneurship Congress (GEC+Africa).  This congress, a brainchild of the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN), is more than just a gathering; it’s a beacon of hope and ambition for over 50 African nations determined to drive entrepreneurial growth. […]

Sierra Leone has taken bold steps towards revolutionising its health sector at its recently concluded healthcare conference aimed at addressing critical gaps in the country’s medical infrastructure and delivery.  At the forefront of this transformative journey is Dr. Demby, spearheading efforts to harness cutting-edge technology and strategic partnerships to address critical healthcare challenges in the […]

With the goal of offering venture capital to help them grow, healthcare-focused investor and incubator Villgro Africa is on the hunt for female founders helming innovative health startups across the continent. In 2017, the India-based Villgro Innovations Foundation launched Villgro Kenya, an early-stage business incubator and impact investor. Villgro Kenya provides mentorship, capital, and networking […]

NYT Games updates the app for discovery. The New York Times NYT Games app has received a significant update designed to make it a more user-friendly and engaging hub for gamers of all levels.  This update comes nearly a year after the app transitioned from its original crossword-centric focus to “NYT Games,” reflecting its expanding […]

Apple is releasing iOS 17.4 with new features and fixes among its most extensive OS updates in years. This global update, available to all iOS 17 devices from the iPhone XS to the iPhone 15 Pro Max, alters App Stores, the iPhone Browser Engine, iMessage encryption, and more. Apple has kept several of these new […]

Africa is on the verge of a digital revolution, and two leading companies are joining forces to accelerate it.  MTN Group, the largest mobile operator in Africa, and Huawei, the global leader in ICT solutions, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a Joint Innovation Technology Lab, a groundbreaking initiative that will foster technological […]

Unveiling the NITDA’s Strategic Roadmap and Action Plan 2.0, Kashifu Inuwa, director general of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has pointed out that Nigeria must invest in learning centres and innovation hubs to promote digital inclusion. Inuwa underscored the importance of working with stakeholders in the technology ecosystem to accomplish a resilient and […]

In an effort to foster the development of future business leaders and technological trailblazers, J-Hub Africa, located at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), has teamed up with Zoho Corporation. As part of the collaboration, Zoho will give out Zoho Wallet Credits worth up to KES 100,000 to entrepreneurs and individuals linked with […]

Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Ring mobile device, its much-anticipated bright ring.  The Galaxy S24 series was featured at Unpacked 2024, which preceded the reveal. The announcement highlights the Galaxy Ring and its potential to change how we see and manage our health. Samsung anticipates AI-powered mobile devices providing unprecedented health metrics. The organisation believes […]

The Federal Government of Nigeria has escalated its crackdown on the crypto exchange platform Binance, demanding a staggering $10 billion in retribution.  This move follows Binance’s settlement of $4.3 billion for criminal money laundering charges in the U.S.  The government’s pursuit of retribution aims to salvage the nation’s local currency value amidst allegations of substantial […]