Author: Staff Writer

If you’re a business owner or manager, you’ve probably had a moment where you wished for a better way to manage scheduling—be it for appointments, employee shifts, or resource allocation. In this digital era, choosing the right scheduling system can be a game-changer for your operations. But which is the…

Morgan Stanley has unveiled its 2023 global cohort for the Inclusive Ventures Lab, with a notable expansion in the number of companies selected. This year, the Lab has doubled in size compared to previous cohorts, with 23 exceptional startups from North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) securing…

“Calm Down” by Nigerian singer Rema (real name – Divine Ikubor) has become the first song by African artist to join Spotify’s billions club. This means that the hit single featuring Selena Gomez, has racked up over 1 billion streams on Spotify. He is also one of the top 10 most-streamed Afrobeats artists…

Tech giant Apple unveiled the latest in its iPhone series – iPhone 15 and watches – Watch Series 9 and the second generation of Watch Ultra at the “Wonderlust” Apple event held on Tuesday, 12th September.2023 Apple iPhone 15 The iPhone 15 lineup include the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus,…

Uber appears to be considering an expansion beyond its traditional ridesharing and food delivery services. A portion of code discovered by Bloomberg hints at the introduction of a “Chore” option within the app, potentially enabling users to hire individuals for various tasks. This is similar to the service offered by…

Flutterwave has rolled out ‘Swap,’ a novel foreign currency exchange solution that offers Nigerians immediate access to foreign currencies at competitive exchange rates. Whether you need Dollars, Euros, or Pounds, Swap allows you to pay Naira and securely get your foreign exchange The fintech company is utilizing its collaboration with…

In an exciting development, Interswitch, Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce company, has announced its collaboration with Google Pay on its Interswitch Payment Gateway (IPG) platform. This strategic alliance is set to revolutionize digital payments in Nigeria, providing businesses and individuals with the convenience and security of contactless payments…

Itana, formerly known as Talent City, announced that it has secured $2 million in a pre-seed funding round led by global venture capitalists LocalGlobe, Amplo, Pronomos Capital, and Future Africa. Established by CEO Luqman Edu, COO Coco Liu, and Aboyeji, a founding investor, Itana is poised to become Africa’s inaugural…

Success is far from certain in Escape from Tarkov’s bleak and cruel conditions. Every move you make in this multiplayer first-person shooter could be your last, and the difference between life and death is as thin as a hair. But fear not, if you are a beginner, here in this…

Vodafone and Vodacom have announced an exciting collaboration with Project Kuiper, Amazon’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite communications initiative. The partnership aims to leverage Project Kuiper’s cutting-edge satellite network to extend 4G and 5G services to more customers across Europe and Africa. In March 2023, Amazon unveiled a trio of…

Sanlam, Africa’s largest non-banking financial services provider, and Allianz, a global leader in insurance and financial services, have received regulatory approvals for their joint venture. This strategic partnership, which was first announced in May 2022, aims to establish SanlamAllianz, a prominent Pan-African non-banking financial services company with a presence in…

Opera, a global web innovator, is expanding its free data campaign to Ethiopia in partnership with Safaricom, a recent entrant into the Ethiopian market. This initiative aligns with Opera’s commitment to enhancing internet access across Africa, particularly focusing on mobile products and services designed for African consumers. With over $100…

The Catalyst Fund, a pioneering pre-seed venture capital fund and accelerator focused on driving climate resilience innovation in Africa, is proud to announce its successful first closing with over 20% of its targeted $40 million fund already secured. This milestone underscores the Catalyst Fund’s strong commitment to shaping a climate-resilient…

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has pledged a substantial $4.5 billion investment to accelerate clean energy initiatives across Africa. This landmark commitment was announced by COP28 President-Designate Sultan Al Jaber during the Africa Climate Summit currently taking place in Nairobi, Kenya. The UAE’s commitment to advancing global climate action is…

Tech giant Google has appointed Alex Okosi as the Managing Director for Africa. Before the appointment, he was Managing Director of Emerging Markets for YouTube in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Okosi was in charge of in steering the platform’s growth in Africa, the Middle East, and Turkey. In…

Kenyan fintech Lipa Later has launched a crowdfunding campaign on Republic in a bid to raise $1.24 million at a N30 million valuation. Republic is a worldwide investor ecosystem that opens up retail investment opportunities on a global scale. It offers individuals the opportunity to invest in various asset classes,…

Safaricom’s M-PESA is set to introduce standing orders, a groundbreaking move in the mobile money industry. George Njuguna, the telco’s Chief Information Officer, made this announcement, highlighting that M-PESA will be the world’s first mobile money platform to offer this feature, despite standing orders being relatively common in traditional and…

Sehatech, a leading healthtech startup. announced that it has secured $850,000 in funding from prominent investors A15 and Beltone Venture Capital, a subsidiary of Beltone Holding Company. This injection of capital is set to catapult Sehatech into a pivotal role in revolutionizing healthcare administration through technology. Sehatech says it will…

Embedded finance fintech startup, Anchor, has secured $2.4 million in a recent seed funding round, with Goat Capital leading the investment. The round also saw participation from prominent backers like FoundersX, Rebel Fund, Pioneer Fund, Y Combinator, Byld Ventures, and Future Africa, among others. Anchor’s innovative approach to finance has…

In today’s digital age, the world of work is rapidly evolving. With the rise of remote work and freelancing, people from all over the globe are discovering new opportunities to earn a living and pursue their passions. Africa, with its diverse talent pool and innovative spirit, has become a hub…