Emmanuel Afemikhe, better known as King E, is not just a voiceover artist; he’s a pioneer shaping the future of the industry in Africa. With over a decade of experience, King E has built Voiceover Workshop and Media into a thriving, tech-enabled platform that empowers aspiring voice actors and drives…
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Smart Megwai
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The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) is tackling Nigeria’s chronic power shortages head-on with a solar mini-grid initiative. Backed by the Rockefeller Foundation and the Bezos Earth Fund, GEAPP is driving the development of renewable energy infrastructure to bring electricity to millions of Nigerians currently living without…
Zimbabwe’s Consumer Protection Commission (CPC) is cracking down on businesses refusing to offer card payment options, declaring it a violation of consumer rights and national law. The commission is launching an enforcement blitz, targeting fuel retailers first, to ensure businesses provide Point-of-Sale (POS) machines that accept cards in both Zimbabwean…
South Sudan’s leading telecom providers, MTN, Digitel, and Zain, have jointly announced an impending increase in tariffs for their services. This decision, driven by the Central Bank’s recent adjustment of the foreign exchange rate, aims to align telecom pricing with the prevailing economic realities in the country. The National Communications…
MTN Rwanda has announced the appointment of Somdev Sen as its new Chief Consumer and Digital Officer. Effective November 1st, 2024, Mr. Sen brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success from his previous role at MTN Uganda, where he served as Chief Marketing Officer for…
Telecom Namibia has launched “The Jiva Tip-Off Hotline,” a confidential and secure platform where employees, stakeholders, and the public can report misconduct, violations of company policies, or unethical practices like fraud and corruption without fear of retaliation. This initiative comes six years after a major scandal rocked the company, involving…
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has officially declared Egypt malaria-free, marking a significant victory in the global fight against the disease. This certification recognises Egypt’s successful efforts in interrupting indigenous malaria transmission for at least three consecutive years, a feat achieved through decades of dedicated public health interventions. The WHO…
Yango, owned by Russian tech giant Yandex, has been suspended in Togo just months after its launch. The Togolese Ministry of Transport announced the suspension, stating that Yango began operations “in violation of all required administrative procedures and authorizations.” This move raises concerns about the company’s compliance with local regulations…
The Nigerian government has partnered with Ericsson, a global leader in 5G technology, to explore and develop the potential of 5G connectivity in the country. This strategic partnership, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed during a recent delegation visit to Ericsson’s headquarters in Sweden, aims to leverage the…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is spearheading Nigeria’s foray into the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with a two-fold approach emphasising both adoption and ethical implementation. This strategy was outlined by Kashifu Inuwa, NITDA’s Director General, at the recent Technovate Fest 2024, themed “AI for Africa: Addressing Continental…
OmniRetail, a Nigerian B2B eCommerce startup making waves in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, has acquired Traction Apps, a fintech company that provides payment solutions for small businesses. This acquisition, for an undisclosed amount, will boost OmniRetail’s existing payment platform, OmniPay, and further solidify its position as a comprehensive…
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and Mastercard have teamed up to launch the Mobilising Access to the Digital Economy (MADE) Alliance Africa, an initiative aimed at connecting 100 million Africans and businesses to essential digital services over the next decade. This collaborative effort seeks to bridge the digital divide…
Intelsat, a leading provider of satellite and terrestrial network solutions, has launched a new cellular backhaul platform in Nigeria, aiming to accelerate mobile network expansion and bridge the connectivity gap in the region. Dubbed Intelsat CellBackhaul Nigeria, the fully managed service will leverage Intelsat’s extensive satellite and terrestrial infrastructure to…
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has issued a stern warning to all individuals and businesses involved in the sale and distribution of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) equipment. The regulatory body insists that all devices, including mobile phones, tablets, computers, and other internet-enabled gadgets, must undergo a mandatory registration…
Obiageli’s path to product management wasn’t a straight line. It began with a yearning for something more, a desire to find a career that resonated with her values and made a real-world impact. “My journey began with a quest to find purpose and value,” she shares. Like many career changers,…
What if technology could ensure that life-saving medicines reach even the most remote corners of Africa? That’s the question driving Field Intelligence, a company co-founded by Peter Bunor Jr. Innovation Village spoke with Bunor to explore how his company is transforming healthcare delivery across the continent, with a particular focus…
Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet service may soon be beaming down to South Africa, as Communications Minister Solly Malatsi announced a plan to pave the way for its launch. Malatsi revealed his intention to issue a policy direction to the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) concerning equity equivalent…
Ghana is stepping up its fight against cybercrime with the launch of a comprehensive National Cybersecurity Policy and Strategy (NCPS). Communications and Digitalisation Minister Ursula Owusu-Ekuful unveiled the policy, emphasising its critical role in safeguarding the nation’s digital infrastructure and citizens in an increasingly interconnected world. This comes as recent…
Fincra, a leading payment infrastructure provider focused on simplifying online transactions across Africa, has received a significant boost to its expansion plans. The company has been granted a Third Party Payment Provider (TPPP) license by the South African Reserve Bank (SARB), allowing it to extend its comprehensive payment solutions to…
Capitec, South Africa’s second-largest retail bank, is deepening its foray into the entertainment sector through a new partnership with MultiChoice, the parent company of DStv. This collaboration will provide Capitec’s 12 million active app users with access to discounted DStv Stream plans, further enhancing the bank’s value proposition and solidifying…