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In a significant investment that promises to drive growth and sustainability in Uganda’s coffee sector,…
In an ambitious move to reshape Africa’s cross-border payment landscape, Nium, a leading real-time payments…
Many innovative startups and talented developers are driving remarkable growth in Africa’s tech industry. These…
The African continent is experiencing a rapid digital transformation, with mobile technology leading the charge.…
Africa’s digital landscape is rapidly evolving, with technology driving the continent’s economic growth and transforming…
In recent years, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has become a key element in the…
Bitcoin surged to a record high, surpassing $81,000 on Monday amid optimism for a crypto-friendly…
A new electric minibus taxi, named eKamva, has been launched in South Africa by a…
Egyptian health and wellness startup WellPal has successfully secured an undisclosed amount of angel funding…
African startups are invited to apply for the prestigious New Venture Competition, organized by Harvard…
Beacon Power Services (BPS), a pioneering energy technology firm, has successfully secured funding through a…
The African Development Bank Group has announced a comprehensive $75 million financing package to support…
Startupbootcamp, Mara Group, and Blend Financial Services have unveiled plans to launch a substantial $250…
Mastercard and Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) have forged a significant 10-year partnership aimed at revolutionizing…
BUSINESS
Checkers Sixty60, the South African grocery delivery service that promises deliveries in 60 minutes, has become a household name, lauded for its convenience and efficiency. The service, which has experienced remarkable growth since its launch, recently took to the skies with a branded airplane in partnership with Lift Airlines, showcasing…
Sendstack, a logistics platform supported by OnDeck, is phasing out its primary last-mile delivery service, DLVR, to concentrate on a new offering called CTRL. This new product is designed to assist businesses in managing delivery routing and tracking, maintaining communication with drivers and customers, handling payments, and providing operational insights…
Following its recent acquisition by OmniRetail, fintech startup Traction Apps has announced plans to downsize its workforce. In a recent statement, the company explained that the layoffs are a consequence of the acquisition, aimed at optimizing operations and aligning with the company’s future goals. As part of the integration process…
Colis.ma, an emerging logistics enterprise based in Morocco, has recently garnered a substantial investment of $300,000 in its pre-seed financing round, courtesy of Witamax, a venture capital firm supported by private investors. This infusion of capital is earmarked for bolstering Colis.ma’s operational footprint within the five most significant regions of…
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Nigeria-based Kredete, a fintech startup that specializes in assisting African immigrants with credit score development…
The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST), in partnership with the Norwegian Embassy, has announced…
Chpter, an innovative e-commerce startup based in Kenya, has successfully secured $1.2 million during its…
The Egyptian fintech startup Menthum, which specializes in digital savings, has recently announced a strategic…
The South African startup Omnisient, which specializes in “privacy-by-design” technology, has successfully secured US$7.5 million…
The Kenyan-based social commerce enterprise, Sukhiba Connect, has recently announced the successful acquisition of an…
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Twitter’s Co-founder Jack Dorsey in an interview with Breaking Points says that India threatened to shut…
Linda Yaccarino, who recently assumed the role of CEO, took to Twitter on Monday morning,…
First Capital Bank Board of Directors appoints transformative banker, Mr Tapera Mushoriwa, as their new…
Austin Russell has just acquired a majority stake in Forbes Global Media Holdings, the parent…
Ajay Banga has been selected as the 14th President of the World Bank for a…
Ex-Capital One Managing Vice President, Pawel Swiatek is joining Moniepoint as its Chief Operating Officer.…
Cryptocurrency
African startup, Chipper Cash, which specialises in cross-border payments, has had to lay off a…
Lazerpay, Nigerian crypto payment startup, today announced plans to layoff some of its staff as…
Ejara, a Cameroonian fintech, announced that it has raised $8 million in a series A…
It seems that yet another Nigerian tech startup has fallen victim to the ongoing wave…
Over the past few years, cryptocurrency has gone from being seen as an unreliable asset…
Cryptocurrency exchange, Kucoin has launched the World Cup Winner Prediction tournament with a grand prize…