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Microsoft has introduced a major overhaul to its Copilot AI assistant, transforming it into a…
WhatsApp is making strides to enhance its video calling experience with the introduction of filters…
As much as Africans respect and uphold their continent, there is no denying the massive…
Vantage Capital, a premier fund manager in Africa, has successfully completed a €14 million mezzanine…
The Ivorian fintech startup Daba Finance has emerged as the victor of the Ecobank Fintech…
Ampersand, an e-mobility startup, has joined forces with CrossBoundary Energy to roll out solar-powered charging…
The Central Bank of Egypt is on the verge of introducing a landmark initiative that…
SoftBank is reportedly planning a $500 million investment in OpenAI, the artificial intelligence firm behind…
The popular Netflix documentary ‘Free Money’, which explores a universal basic income experiment in a…
Uber ventures into the wild, launching Uber Safari in South Africa, where the thrill of…
Anticipation is building as vivo, a leading global smartphone brand, gears up to launch its…
“There’s a credit-building problem and remittance issue for Africans globally,” the Founder and CEO of…
Next Narrative Africa, a media production company based in Nigeria, in collaboration with HEVA Fund,…
Yellow Malawi, a prominent company specializing in the distribution of solar energy, has recently obtained…
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Bradwin Roper, a veteran in the financial services industry, has been named the new chief of payments partnerships at Jumo, a company specializing in banking technology. In addition to this role, he will also serve as a member of the executive committee. Roper’s new position at Jumo will be effective…
In a surprising turn of events, BritBox, the UK-centric streaming service, is set to bid farewell to South Africa after a relatively short three-year stint. This unexpected exit, confirmed by the company to multiple sources including MyBroadband and TechCentral, marks the end of an era for local Anglophiles who have…
Secha Capital, an impact investment firm with a focus on growth capital, has recently initiated an educational initiative named the Junior Operator-Investor Network (JOIN). This program is designed to develop future leaders who are skilled in business management, operational strategies, and investment practices. Founded by black women, Secha Capital operates…
Bolt Nigeria, a prominent ride-hailing service, has recently embarked on a collaborative venture with Advancly, a fintech firm specializing in credit solutions, to offer short-term financial loans to its drivers. This strategic partnership is designed to address the immediate financial requirements of drivers by enabling them to access their earnings…
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Sharing financial data via APIs and data-driven value-added product analysis in Africa is becoming increasingly…
The Acumen Resilient Agriculture Fund (ARAF) has closed a $58 million impact fund which is…
The fashion industry in Nigeria plays an important cultural role and contributes significantly to the…
Despite the proliferation of shopping malls and the rise of venture capital-based e-commerce companies such…
Ecobank group is inviting African Fintech entrepreneurs to join the 4th edition of the Ecobank…
Startups in Africa are growing and raising funds at an alarming rate. So their cap…
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Education-focused Nigerian startup Pass.ng was among the winners of Airtel’s Catapult A Startup competition that…
A recent study conducted in Nigeria by Ipsos a global market research company, on behalf…
The Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC) presentation panel at the Social Media Week Lagos is…
Africa constitutes 15 % of the world population, it is indicated that around 10 %…
Last week, Airtel announced the winners of its CAS competition and one of them is…
Employee engagement has emerged as a critical driver of business success in today’s competitive marketplace,…