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In today’s increasingly digital world, we often find ourselves immersed in technology. From smartphones to laptops, technology is an integral part of our lives. However, it isn’t just about using these devices; it’s about understanding them. In this article, we delve into 10 crucial tech skills that every college student…

Juliet Ehimuan, Google West Africa Director announced that she is leaving the company after 12 years. According to her LinkedIn post, “after an incredible 12-year journey, I have made the decision to embark on a new adventure and embrace a broader role within our region’s tech ecosystem.” “I joined Google…

Nuru, a solar power startup in Democratic Republic of Congo has raised $40 million in a Series B equity funding round led by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP), the Renewable Energy Performance Platform (REPP), Proparco, E3 Capital, Voltalia, the Schmidt Family…

Zuvy, an invoice financing startup announced that it has raised $4.5 million in a funding round led by TLG Capital, to scale its business across Nigeria. Other investors include Dunbar Capital; David Mussafer, chairman of Advent International; Next Chymia Consulting HK; Khalil Osman from Vicus Ventures; and several others. The…

Kenya’s MyDawa announced that it has raised $20 million from private equity investor Alta Semper Capital. The e-health startup intends to use the new funds to expand its operations across the East African region and introduce new products with the aim of becoming a one-stop health platform for users. The…

Safaricom has introduced a new payment option called ‘Lipa na Data,’ enabling millions of customers to utilize their Internet data balances for making payments and reducing associated liabilities. This service, accessible to both post-pay and prepaid customers with data balances of 5GB and above, allows them to pay for goods…

Twitter is limiting the number of tweets a user can read in a day. On Saturday, Elon Musk tweeted that the social media giant was applying temporary limits to the number of tweets a user can read so as to address extreme levels of data scraping and system manipulation. He…

In today’s rapidly evolving job market, more professionals are embracing the flexibility and autonomy of freelancing. Whether you’re a freelancer looking for exciting projects or a business seeking skilled talent, freelance websites have become indispensable platforms for connecting talent with opportunities. However, not all freelance websites are created equal. To…

Introduction In today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world, having a competitive edge in the IT industry is crucial. One way to stand out from the crowd and enhance your career prospects is by obtaining an ITIL certification. This globally recognized certification not only demonstrates your expertise in IT service management but…

Payments giant, Visa, is set to acquire Brazilian payments infrastructure startup Pismo for $1 billion in cash, making it one of the largest fintech M&A deals of the year. Pismo, founded in 2016 by Juliana Motta (CPO), Ricardo Josua (CEO), Daniela Binatti (CTO), and Marcelo Parise (VP of engineering), has…

UBA, Africa’s Global Bank, has introduced a pioneering initiative called the UBA Braille Account Opening Form, a first-of-its-kind offering in the Nigerian and African markets. This initiative is specifically designed to meet the financial needs of visually impaired individuals who have previously faced disadvantages in accessing banking services. By launching…

Berry health, a consumer health startup, announced that it has raised a pre-seed investment of $1.6 million to democratise healthcare in Africa. The funding round was led by Lightspeed Venture Partners and General Catalyst. Other investors include Reddit COO Jen Wong, Thirty Madison co-founders Demetri Karagas and Steven Gutentag, New…

Fastizers, a Nigerian snacks and confectionery manufacturer, has secured a $2 million investment from Aruwa Capital Management, an early-stage growth equity and gender lens fund investing in Nigeria and Ghana. The company intends to expand both its factory operations and product offerings, with the introduction of a new fully automated…

Samsung, the consumer electronics brand in Nigeria, has announced the launch of the Galaxy A14 5G. This new addition to the popular Galaxy A series aims to provide the latest Galaxy innovations at an affordable price, making advanced technology accessible to everyone, especially Airtel Nigeria customers. The device was unveiled…

The Kenyan judiciary has recently introduced a groundbreaking initiative known as the Digital Sex Offenders Registry, marking the first of its kind in the country. This electronic register serves as a comprehensive database that contains vital information regarding all convicted sex offenders. Chief Justice (CJ) Koome emphasized the significance of…

In a bid to attract its own share of global tech talent, Canada announced the launch of its first Tech Talent Strategy at the Collision 2023 event currently taking place in Toronto, Canada. The Tech Talent strategy, which was launched by the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship,…

The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued a circular stating the transaction limits for contactless payments. According to the apex bank, the limit per transaction is N15,000 while the cumulative daily limit is N50,000. For higher-value contactless payments, i.e. transactions that exceed the above stated limits, appropriate verification and authorisation…

ShopZetu, a lifestyle startup based in Kenya, announced that it has raised $1 million in a pre-seed funding raise in a bid to entrench its brand in the East African market. Chui Ventures spearheaded the seed raise, joined by Launch Africa, Roselake Ventures, and Logos Ventures. Notable angel investors who…

Tech giant Meta has launched a new Virtual Reality (VR) subscription service – Meta Quest+ for $7.99 per month or $59.99 annually. It is available for Meta’s Quest 2, Pro and soon for Quest 3. For just $7.99 per month, you’ll get access to two hand-picked VR titles every month…

Telegram’s CEO Pavel Durov announced that “Stories” would be coming to Telegram in early July. He made this known on his Telegram channel today. He stated that even though the company has been hesitant about introducing Stories because they have become a common feature in various platforms, the company decided…