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Sasfin’s equity stake in fintech lender Payabill set to enhance SME growth
In another major step forward in supporting growth in SMEs, Sasfin has announced that it has acquired a strategic stake in fast-growing fintech lender Payabill. Payabill, a 100% digital lending business, provides working capital and/or trade finance to small businesses.…
Global smartphone sales stalled in Q4 of 2018 – Gartner
Top Chinese mobile phone manufacturers grew their sales across emerging markets in the third of 2018 because of their low price smartphones and the smartphones having features improved camera features and high-quality resolution displays. However according to research by Gartner,…
$11 million tech investment puts Rwanda on the map
Rwanda is fast becoming a tech destination in Africa, emerging as a key tech and investment hub with its ease of doing business. In July 2018, Rwanda hosted the World Economic Forum on Africa in May, and work is reportedly well underway…
MCB Group plans to enhance business in Kenya
Mauritius Commercial Bank (MCB), in Nairobi has just announced plans to position itself as a strategic partner of businesses in Kenya and East Africa. The Group’s new representative office has been officially opened on January 30 and has given the…
BCX rolls out SD-WAN suite in South Africa
As South African businesses become more competitive in the global digital economy, agile networking solutions become vital in spurring growth. To address the ever-changing landscape of digital transformation, BCX has launched an SD-WAN Suite, designed to increase business agility and…
South African schools ready for digital education
Public schools in South Africa can look forward to joining the digital education revolution as some of their private school counterparts have been experiencing for the past few years, but education experts have cautioned against a rush to provide tablets…
Why IoT will force every company to be more tech-savvy
The Internet of Things (IoT) promises to make machines smarter, industrial processes more efficient and consumer devices more responsive to our needs. According to research firm Gartner, there will be more than 20 billion connected things in use worldwide by…
Businesses turn to smart solar solutions as Eskom woes continues
As Eskom resorts to turning off the lights yet again, businesses are looking for ways to lessen their dependence on the beleaguered national power provider. “The long-term risk to business continuity and sustainability is very concerning. Business owners cannot afford…
International Telecoms invest in African EdTech
In recent years, education technology has become inextricable from education reform, resulting in a steady increase in edtech startups and private entities innovating in education. Understanding the realities and complexities of education in Africa, it is imperative that the edtech…
Countdown to the launch of new data regulations
Last year, Icasa confirmed that new data regulations will be implemented from 28 February 2019. However, with just days to go before the amended End User and Subscriber Services Charter (EUSSC) Regulations come into effect on 1 March. The new…
Top 10 data and analytics technology trends to look out for – Gartner
Augmented analytics, continuous intelligence and explainable artificial intelligence (AI) are among the top trends in data and analytics technology that have significant disruptive potential over the next three to five years, according to Gartner, Inc. “The story of data and analytics keeps evolving, from…
Kenya: Alphabet Loon expands connectivity in Nyeri
Loon has installed a new set of ground stations in Kenya. This is a key step toward the deployment of commercial service in collaboration with Telkom Kenya later this year. The new site in Nyeri adds to similar ones in Nairobi…
Disruptive technology could transform South African educational landscape
Educational technology will play a bigger influence in all South African schools – particularly in metro areas or regions that have increasing access to an infrastructure that supports the blended learning model. This is the belief of SPARK Schools’ co-founder…
IT News Africa: Most Read Articles of the week
This week was yet again filled with tech news stories that grabbed the headlines both across Africa and around the world. From new innovations and digital transformation, growing economies to emerging startups, here is a roundup of some of the…
Microsoft rolls out trial for big Windows 10 update
Microsoft has begun work on Windows 10 20H1 which will be released next year, as opposed to 19H2 which will be pushed out in the second half of 2019. According to reports by The Verge, Microsoft usually releases updates twice…
Uganda deports MTN CEO over national security
The chief executive officer of MTN Uganda, a unit of South Africa’s MTN Group, has been deported from the East African country over national security, police said on Friday, 15 February. The development is the latest concern for the largest…
