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Inspired Evolution, a prominent pan-African private equity firm dedicated to clean energy investments, has announced…
Capitec Bank has officially announced that its Chief Executive Officer, Gerrie Fourie, will retire during…
Telkom has officially completed the sale of its masts and towers business, known as Swiftnet,…
The creator economy in Africa has long been shaped by middlemen, gatekeepers, and platforms that…
Nigeria’s crypto market has seen highs and lows, from government repression to a booming peer-to-peer…
The rise of contactless payments is groundbreaking. It has transformed how people transact, making purchases…
Sony has unveiled the PlayStation Plus lineup for April 2025, featuring three diverse titles available…
The long-awaited Fire Force Season 3 is finally set to premiere on April 4, 2025,…
In a surprise move, Papua New Guinea has lifted its ban on Facebook, just days…
In a bold step toward bridging South Africa’s digital divide, MTN South Africa and Lynk…
Nigerian fintechs have played a significant role in transforming the country’s financial landscape in recent…
With its cutting-edge technologies, Google has long been a pioneer in the rapidly evolving field…
In a world dominated by smartphones and high-speed internet, one might assume that USSD codes…
South African AI startup NOSIBLE has successfully raised US$1 million in pre-seed funding to enhance…
BUSINESS
Abidjan-based KeysFinance Partners has made a significant move in the technology sector by acquiring a 100% stake in Label, a company specializing in the integration of Sage solutions within Côte d’Ivoire. This acquisition was executed through its investment vehicle, Nouvelle Société Impact (NSI). Following the acquisition, Label will be merged…
MTN Group and Airtel Africa have announced a strategic partnership to share mobile phone network infrastructure in Uganda and Nigeria, as revealed in a joint statement on Wednesday. This collaboration aims to optimize investment expenditures while simultaneously enhancing service coverage across these key markets. As mobile operators in Africa experience…
Telkom is making a significant move into the Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) sector by partnering with a leading Mobile Virtual Network Enabler (MVNE) platform provider. This collaboration goes beyond mere business interests; it also aligns with South Africa’s telecommunications regulations and paves the way for the emergence of more…
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD has reported impressive annual revenue figures for 2024, surpassing its main competitor, Tesla. The Shenzhen-based company announced that its revenue surged by 29%, reaching an impressive 777 billion yuan (approximately $107 billion or £83 billion). This growth was significantly driven by the robust sales…
Startup
Google has proudly announced the graduation of its inaugural cohort of 15 promising South African…
Eighty-six innovative entrepreneurs recently showcased their groundbreaking startups at Kenya’s Presidential Innovation Challenge and Award,…
Fintech startup enza, which specializes in providing payment solutions across Africa, has successfully raised $6.75…
Norfund has announced a substantial investment of $7.5 million in the Inside Equity Fund II,…
In a significant initiative aimed at enhancing food security and promoting entrepreneurship across West and…
The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) has announced a significant initiative aimed at supporting young entrepreneurs…
people
Ifeoma Nwobu, the co-founder and chief operating officer of Sendstack, has officially departed from the…
Ibrahim Ibitade, the former CEO of Leatherback, has officially launched a new venture called Prune…
Old Mutual has officially announced that its Chief Executive Officer, Iain Williamson, will be stepping…
Nigerian entrepreneur Dozy Mmobuosi is set to launch an innovative AI platform aimed at enhancing…
B2B startup Fincra, which focuses on payment infrastructure that enables remittance companies to facilitate cross-border…
Spiro, recognized as Africa’s largest electric vehicle company, has announced an exciting partnership with Afrobeats…
Cryptocurrency
Coinbase, a leading player in the global cryptocurrency market, has announced a strategic partnership with…
Bybit, the cryptocurrency exchange that experienced a significant hack last Friday, managed to endure an…
In a staggering incident that has sent shockwaves through the cryptocurrency community, hackers have successfully…
Altvest Capital has made history by becoming the first publicly listed African company to integrate…
The Nigerian government has filed a lawsuit against cryptocurrency exchange Binance Holdings Limited, requesting $81.5…
Nigeria is in the process of amending its regulations to permit the taxation of cryptocurrency…