Kenyan insurance business GA Insurance Limited has launched a new product.  GA Eco Drive Cover is a vast deal in Kenya’s insurance market because it promotes the company’s environmental sustainability and the global trend towards greener mobility. In 2025, the government expects 5% of registered automobiles to be EVs. Kenyan EV sales rose 108% from […]

Despite a year marked by economic turbulence, Nigerian fintech companies are capitalizing on the market’s positive growth trajectory by intensifying recruitment efforts and investing in talent development. Notable firms such as Flutterwave, Moniepoint, OPay, Palmpay, and Paga have reported substantial increases in transaction volumes, user acquisition, and market expansion. This article explores how these fintech […]

Teen Girls in Blockchain is a programme that helps young girls interested in blockchain technology. Ekenekamchukwu Ezeala and Tife Adeniyi started the community in 2022. It helps young girls interested in blockchain technology by giving them education, training, guidance, boot camps, and other forms of support. In a chat with reporters, Ekene talked about why […]

ProLocums, a healthcare staffing platform, has officially started changing how healthcare staffing works in Nigeria. To close the gap in the healthcare business, ProLocums wants to change how healthcare professionals find locum opportunities that match their skills and availability. Medical doctors, medical officers, dentists, pharmacists, midwives, optometrists, nurses, medical lab scientists, physiotherapists, veterinary doctors, auxiliary […]

Travelstart, a leading online travel agency, has achieved a significant milestone by launching Africa’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) travel assistant. This innovative AI assistant aims to cater to travellers’ needs across various countries and is designed for continuous training and improvement. It provides responses based on pre-programmed data and algorithms, enhancing the overall travel experience. […]

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Power Africa have joined forces to introduce the “Growing Green Jobs for Women in Nigeria” initiative. This collaborative effort is designed to advance gender equality, foster clean energy solutions, and align with Nigeria’s sustainability objectives. The initiative is set to provide approximately 500 women and youth […]

The global 4K TV market is experiencing robust growth, propelled by various factors including the rising demand for affordable televisions on a global scale.  The market is also benefiting from increased production capacities, continuous price pressure exerted by retailers, technological advancements in television sizes and resolutions, substantial investments, growth in the electronics industry, heightened awareness, […]

The 54gene, a genomics startup that received $45 million in funding over four years, and its now closing its doors.  The company was founded in 2019, located at 3 Simon Akinlolu Cred, Lagos to address a need in genetic research; currently, just 3% of the genetic material used in pharmaceutical research worldwide comes from Africa. […]

Ghana‘s Vice President, Dr. Bawumia, has announced that the government is working on a policy framework to promote the use of electric vehicles (EVs) in public transportation. The initiative aligns with Ghana’s goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and lowering transportation costs. Transitioning to Electric Vehicles Dr. Bawumia expressed his vision for Ghana’s public transport […]

In a bid to foster scientific research, facilitate knowledge sharing, and promote sustainable development, a group of dedicated researchers in Tanzania has established the Association of Tanzania Researchers (ATARE). This association aims to serve as a unifying platform for researchers, empowering both emerging and seasoned researchers to tackle various challenges and contribute to the nation’s […]

Xylem Africa recently hosted its exclusive partner conference at the Indaba Hotel and Conference Centre in Fourways, Johannesburg. Under the theme “Synchronised,” the conference brought together experts, innovators, and partners in the field to shape the future of water solutions. The African continent, rich in resources, faces a growing challenge, including ensuring access to clean […]

In a dedicated endeavour to enhance journalistic standards across West Africa, the Google News Initiative (GNI) has partnered with DUBAWA, the reputable verification and fact-checking arm of the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID), to teach journalists digital fact-checking. This collaborative effort is laser-focused on an extensive training program tailored specifically for journalists residing […]

Maersk, the global integrated logistics company, has opened the doors to its state-of-the-art Warehousing & Distribution (W&D) facility in Douala, Cameroon, ushering in a new era of technology-driven logistics in the heart of Central Africa. Nestled within the bustling Douala Port Zone, Maersk’s newly inaugurated facility is strategically situated to efficiently handle the constant flow […]

Fibocom, a global leader in IoT wireless solutions and wireless communication modules, has introduced a regional version of the FG360 5G module series, specifically designed to cater to the frequency bands in the Middle East and Africa.  The variant, known as FG360-MEA, promises to empower telecom operators and device manufacturers to swiftly and cost-effectively deploy […]

WhatsApp, the popular instant messaging app owned by Meta, has announced that it will stop working on some Android devices that are running on Android 4.1 and older versions starting from October 24.  This means that users of these devices will not be able to send or receive messages, make or receive calls, or use […]

In a pre-seed funding round led by Launch Africa Ventures, the Nigerian car startup Fixit45 raised $1.9 million. Investors like Soumobroto Ganguly and Dave Delucia, as well as a wide range of angel investors, took part in this funding, a mix of stock and working capital.  The innovative automobile startup’s goal is to change the […]

Young South African innovators are taking centre stage in Samsung’s Solve for Tomorrow competition, where grade 10 and 11 learners from underserved communities are working on prototypes to address societal challenges.  The competition, which officially launched in January 2023, aims to empower youth and develop their skills in the information communication technology sector, aligning with […]

Global leaders have pledged their commitment to fortify international cooperation, coordination, governance, and investment with the aim of averting a recurrence of the devastating health and socioeconomic havoc caused by COVID-19. The leaders who made the pledge on Wednesday, September 20, during  the United Nations General Assembly, seek to bolster global preparedness for future pandemics […]

Nigerian CEOs have joined forces with UN Women to establish a $25 million Private Sector-Led Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Fund as part of moves towards gender equality and women’s empowerment.  This initiative transcends conventional corporate social responsibility, focusing on purposeful gender-responsive interventions that combat violence against women and girls while fostering women’s empowerment. The ambitious project, […]

There’s been a lot of excitement since TECNO unveiled the PHANTOM V FLIP 5G. Get excited for an incredible addition to the Phantom line that will revolutionize the way you use mobile technology! Read also: Tecno Mobile unveils Pova 5 Series, MEGABOOK Laptop PHANTOM V FLIP: a look into the future At first glance, the […]