Today’s fast-changing digital environment requires identity verification and proper KYC. Organizations and enterprises need verified data to function efficiently. Because many Africans lack official identities, this is especially true. 57% of Africans don’t have a bank account, not even mobile money, according to the World Bank. Half of the world’s undocumented population lives in Africa. […]

In a bid to enhance educational opportunities for female students and increase access to specialized programs, the Minister of Education, Science, and Technology, Prof. Adolf Mkenda, recently launched the National Institute of Transport (NIT)’s Transport Excellence Scholarship (TES) Programme. The initiative is a promising step toward fostering equality and empowering female students in niche and […]

Kenya’s National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) renewed Bolt Kenya’s operating license after weeks of uncertainty and disagreements. Bolt suspended its 5% booking charge yesterday to show its commitment to fixing the issue. Bolt explained that the additional 5% booking cost was on riders, not drivers, but the NTSA postponed its licence renewal due to […]

Egyptian health-tech business Almouneer wants to change diabetes and obesity care. Seed funding of $3.6 million has helped the firm address this rising challenge. The seed funding round was led by Dubai-based Global Ventures and included international investors like Proparco, Digital Africa via the Bridge Fund, Wrightwood Investments (the U.K. family office of Diane & […]

Women Connect has taught more than 100 young girls in Lagos with the help of Devnaija Academy Limited. The goal was to encourage them to explore and do their best in a technology-driven world. Girls between the ages of 7 and 16 attended the training sessions, which took place both in person and online. They […]

Oluwapelumi Yusuf won the first MTN MoMo Hackathon in Nigeria. Yusuf won the $5,000 grand prize for coming up with Rova Pay, which uses MoMo APIs and has features beyond financial transactions. With Rova Pay, customers can easily make purchases anytime, anywhere, using automated USSD, which eliminates the need for internet access and typing in […]

Infinix, a technology brand dedicated to empowering today’s youth, has announced its active participation in the 8th Connected African Girls Coding Camp, a transformative initiative organised in partnership with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), UN Women, and co-hosted by the Government of the Republic of Mozambique through […]

His Majesty Osagyefuo Amoatia Ofori Panin, the Okyenhene King of Akyem Abuakwa, Ghana, visited Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) to commemorate a ten-year collaboration between WPI and the Akyem Abuakwa region. This partnership has focused on various projects addressing environmental and social challenges in the region, including renewable energy, clean water access, and sustainable agriculture. The […]

In a tech-driven world where innovation and uniqueness rule, TECNO’s PHANTOM Foldable Series is a universal smartphone solution. These smartphones, the PHANTOM V Flip 5G and V Fold are cutting-edge. For a unique device, the PHANTOM Foldable Series is the best. Let’s examine why these devices are preferred in a world of choices. Read also: How […]

Experts have raised concerns about the adverse socio-economic consequences Africa may face if sustainable resource management is not prioritised. This call for action was made known in a recent webinar organised by the African Development Bank, with emphasis on the urgent need for the continent to reevaluate how it manages its natural resources. It comes […]

Netflix, the global streaming giant, has experienced significant growth in its subscriber base, with nearly 9 million new subscribers joining during the third quarter of this year. This impressive performance has sent the company’s shares surging by 13%, defying expectations and pointing towards the continued dominance of the streaming platform. Read also: Netflix to discontinue its […]

A groundbreaking solar-powered car, the Stella Terra, touted as the world’s first long-distance off-road vehicle of its kind, has successfully completed a demanding 620-mile (1,000km) test drive across Morocco and the Sahara. This pioneering project was developed by a group of 22 students from the Eindhoven University of Technology. Read also: Mercedes-Benz, Google partner to improve […]

In a monumental achievement for South Africa’s energy landscape, Eskom’s Kusile Power Station has triumphantly added 800 megawatts to the national power grid during the second stage of its expansion. This landmark accomplishment signifies a significant stride toward bolstering the country’s energy security and ensuring a reliable source of sustainable power for its citizens. Eskom’s […]

Treepz, the biggest car-sharing marketplace in Africa, has teamed up with Octamile, an African insurance tech company, to create Treepz Care. The new insurance plan will give Treepz’s active community of guests and hosts complete security and peace of mind. Read also: Treepz appoints four new board members Why this is important Insurance is a vital […]

Daba Finance, a business that simplifies investment in Africa’s top private and public enterprises, participated in Lengo’s pre-seed fundraising round. Institutional and retail investors could use Daba’s innovative investment platform. Daba was founded in 2021 to democratize investing in Africa by providing an all-in-one platform for investors of all levels to access curated investment strategies […]

New ideas, imagination, ease of use, and low prices are what keep the accessories market growing and changing every day. Being one of the top names in the accessories market is now possible for Oraimo because it has done everything needed. To everyone who likes tools and accessories, Oraimo is a name they all know. […]

Mauritius Telecom, the country’s largest telecom operator, and MultiChoice, Africa’s most extensive entertainment platform, are thrilled to announce DStv Stream’s arrival in Mauritius.  Mauritius Telecom CEO Kapil Reesaul and MultiChoice Africa Head of Corporate Strategy Jose Escobar signed a contract at the Telecom Tower in Port Louis on October 6. This cooperation with MultiChoice shows […]

Visa, a company that lets people pay with credit cards, has announced a new $100 million programme to invest in the next generation of companies working on generative AI technologies and apps that will change the future of business and payments.  Visa said that the effort is an extension of the company’s leadership in using […]

Elon Musk’s satellite company, Starlink, is working with the e-commerce company Jumia Technologies AG to improve satellite internet services in Africa. With money from Pernod Ricard SA and Goldman Sachs Group Inc., Jumia plans to sell Starlink’s satellite stations and kits in some African countries. Jumia’s Chief Commercial Officer, Hisham El Gabry, says the first […]

The opening of two exclusive shops in Nairobi by the global tech company TECNO is a big deal. This expansion shows that TECNO is even more committed to giving its loyal customers only the best goods and services. The Two Rivers Mall and the Greenwood Building on Moi Avenue will change how people shop in […]