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The distinctions between fact and fiction have become hazy in the era of algorithms and…
Microsoft Copilot vs Meta.AI: Which is the Better AI for Enterprises? In the world of…
Education unfortunately stays as one of the most critical challenges in Africa, with stark differences…
Artificial Intelligence is changing the way we work, and ChatGPT has become one of the…
As holiday shopping heats up, so does the rise in online scams. To tackle this…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has introduced a draft regulatory framework designed to tackle the…
The Nasarawa State chapter of the Association of Mobile Money and Bank Agents in Nigeria…
The Federal Government has launched a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) Academy. Inaugurated by Chief Uche…
PBR Life Sciences, a groundbreaking healthcare startup, has announced its $1 million pre-seed funding round…
The fashion industry in Africa has always been rich with culture and craftsmanship, but the…
After months of decline, Nigeria’s mobile subscription base has rebounded, reaching 157.3 million active lines…
Payaza, a rising player in the African fintech space, said it has obtained approval for…
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has, through its Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA), committed…
Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming a global means of sustainability, promising reduced car emissions and…
BUSINESS
MTN Group has unveiled significant leadership changes aimed at addressing succession planning, enhancing operational execution, and advancing its Ambition 2025 strategy. These changes will impact MTN Group’s operating companies and its fiber business. Effective January 1, 2025, Mazen Mroue, the current MTN Group Chief Technology and Information Officer (GCTIO), will…
Vodacom South Africa has announced the commencement of an operational review and cost-cutting process that may impact at least 80 jobs. This decision is part of the telecom operator’s ongoing efforts to adapt and optimize its business operations to meet the evolving demands of the industry and its customers. Byron…
In the late 19th century, rubber was the lifeblood of a rapidly industrialising world. With bicycles, automobiles, and industrial machines becoming staples of daily life, demand for rubber skyrocketed. At the heart of this boom was Brazil, home to the Amazon rainforest, where latex-rich trees thrived. The country controlled 90%…
Honda and Nissan, two of Japan’s leading automakers, are reportedly in discussions about a potential merger. According to the Japanese publication Nikkei, the two companies plan to sign a memorandum of understanding to outline shared equity stakes in a new holding company that would consolidate their operations. This potential merger…
Startup
Payaza, a rising player in the African fintech space, said it has obtained approval for…
South African fintech and alternative funding provider, Sourcefin, has successfully secured ZAR150 million (approximately US$8.2…
Bamboo, a Nigerian investment app that enables Africans to trade U.S. stocks, has achieved a…
Kenyan fintech startup Leja has achieved a significant milestone by processing US$2 billion in B2B…
The European Union-funded FUNGUO programme, in partnership with CRDB Bank’s iMBEJU initiative, has proudly unveiled…
The MineTech Hub, one of ten sector-specific pan-African innovation and acceleration hubs established across the…
people
After two decades of transformative leadership, Axxela Limited, a trailblazer in natural gas and energy…
Elon Musk has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first person to reach a…
Pan African Towers, a prominent Nigerian telecommunications infrastructure provider serving clients such as 9mobile and…
GitLab, a renowned platform for developers and security, has announced the appointment of Bill Staples…
Incoming President Donald Trump has appointed former PayPal COO David Sacks as the new “czar”…
Internet search giant Google has announced the appointment of Kabelo Makwane as its new country…
Cryptocurrency
The second annual Global Survey on Crypto and Web3, conducted by Consensys in collaboration with…
Bitcoin has reached a historic milestone, soaring past $106,000 following remarks by U.S. President-elect Donald…
According to data from DeFiLama, a prominent DeFi data aggregator, Binance saw its customers deposit…
Incoming President Donald Trump has appointed former PayPal COO David Sacks as the new “czar”…
Yellow Card, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange in Africa, is actively pursuing regulatory approval from Nigeria’s…
It has finally happened! Bitcoin price has finally crossed the $100,000 since it launched more…