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76,000 women to partake in Pastor Adeboye’s tech program to boost gender inclusion

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University of Johannesburg secures EU grant for digital transformation

The European Union has granted the University of Johannesburg (UJ) more than R8.1 million ($417,435.49) to aid in the digital transformation of South Africa’s Technical, Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions.  Erasmus+ is an EU programme that supports youth, education, training, and athletics; it is the source of the grant. In an effort to address […]

Felicia Akindurodoye
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Visa appoints Chad Pollock as new VP for East Africa

Visa, a global leader in digital payments, has recently announced the appointment of Chad Pollock as its new Vice President for East Africa. This strategic move underscores Visa’s commitment to expanding its presence and advancing financial inclusion initiatives in the East African region.  With his extensive experience and expertise in the fintech industry, Chad Pollock […]

Olumofe Temitayo
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Showmax plans 50 million subscribers in rebranding efforts 

Showmax, the popular streaming service, has embarked on a transformative journey aimed at reaching 50 million subscribers.  This ambitious goal is underpinned by a comprehensive branding overhaul, signalling a strategic shift in its approach to content delivery and audience engagement. In this article, we’ll explore the key elements of Showmax’s revamped branding strategy and how […]

Olumofe Temitayo
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Google Gemini replaces Bard as AI’s super-platform

Google, the tech giant, has changed the name of its AI model from Bard to Gemini because it added more advanced features to compete with OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Google said it will now charge for Gemini Advanced, while Bard (Gemini) has always been free. The company says Gemini Advanced will be offered in over 150 countries […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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Vodacom, SA tech entrepreneur still in legal tussle 

Vodacom and South African tech entrepreneur Nkosana Makate, who came up with the idea for “Please Call Me,” will go to court again, even though Makate recently won in the Supreme Court of Appeal of South Africa (SCA). Makate wanted to have the $2.5 million (R47 million) pay deal from the company looked over again. […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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7 companies likely to fund African startups in 2024

The African tech ecosystem faced a tough year in 2023, with funding dropping by almost half compared to 2022, according to Intelpoint. Many growth-stage startups struggled to raise capital, leading to layoffs, closures and fire sales. However, some investors remained bullish on the continent’s potential and launched new funds or increased their activity. Here are […]

Hauwa Ali Abdul
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Visa opens applications for 2nd  Africa Fintech Accelerator Program 

Visa, a global leader in digital payments, has opened the application process for the second cohort of its Africa Fintech Accelerator program. The announcement was made at Fintech Day in Morocco, where industry experts gathered to explore opportunities for enhancing digital payments and financial inclusion in the country. The initiative aims to support Seed to […]

Ibukunoluwa Josephine Bankole
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Nigerian Banks register new 291,232 BVNs in two weeks 

Nigeria’s financial system faced fraud in 2014. In response, the Central Bank and all banks launched the Bank Verification Number. To prevent unlawful transactions, this 11-digit identity was connected to fingerprints and facial scans.  After initial security concerns, the BVN succeeded. Increased financial inclusion, decreased fraud, and simplified credit checks. It protects banks and clients […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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Y Combinator selects Nigerian startup, Miden

Y Combinator has selected Miden, a Nigerian startup that uses its API to let businesses issue virtual cards to customers for their winter 2024 batch.  Miden is the second Nigerian startup to join this year’s winter cohort, following Cleva, a cross-border payment service. Okiemute Avworhokai and Ini Udoh established Miden in 2022 to facilitate businesses’ […]

Felicia Akindurodoye
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Xiaomi launches Redmi Note 13 series in Nigeria

Redmi Note 13 Series, Xiaomi’s latest smartphone, has shattered the smartphone industry again. The launch event on January 24th in Lagos, Nigeria, unveiled five unique gadgets that would reinvent the Redmi Note legacy. The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G, 13 Pro, and 13 are the leading models with improved cameras, designs, displays, and processors. Xiaomi’s […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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Meta restricts Facebook and Instagram teen chatting

Meta, a social media group, has added new features that will make it harder for young learners to get messages on Facebook and Instagram. The company said that the new rules that went into effect today build on an earlier rule that said adults couldn’t message kids who weren’t following them. Meta said that teens […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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African fintech market to reach $65 billion by 2030

As Africa continues to experience a rapid surge in fintech revenue, marked by a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 32%, a recent report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and QED Investors foresees the continent’s fintech market reaching an estimated $65 billion by 2030. South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, and Egypt stand at the forefront of […]

Ibukunoluwa Josephine Bankole
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Tech Layoffs: eBay cuts 1,000 jobs

The online store eBay has said it will be letting go of 1,000 full-time workers or about 9% of its total staff. The data was made public in a recent government statement. The initiative is part of the company’s plan to be “more nimble” in a “challenging” business climate, according to CEO Jamie Iannone. It […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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