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$8.3 Million Fine Issued to Airtel from Chad for QoS
Airtel Africa, a leading provider of telecommunications and mobile money services, with a presence in 14 countries in Africa, primarily East Africa and Central and West Africa, was recently issued a fine of $8.3 million by the Chadian government for…
Google Announces First AI Accelerator Program for African Startups
A new program supporting African startups was has officially launched by Google. The program, “Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First” uses artificial intelligence to solve local challenges. The program aimed at supporting African startups geared towards integrating AI into their processes,…
Unleashing Africa’s Potential: GABI Summit Set to Ignite Economic Growth for Africa
The Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI), the leading platform for promoting investment opportunities and business growth across Africa and the world, will bring together Heads of State and Government, CEOs, UN leaders, investors and entrepreneurs. This year’s event Themed ‘Unstoppable…
Advancing Antitrust Regulation in Africa
The second Russia-Africa summit held on 28 July brought together an expert panel of antimonopoly agencies. The panel, comprised of heads of antitrust agencies from various African countries, engaged in discussions surrounding crucial topics related to antitrust regulation. The challenge…
5G Boosts Innovation in Sub-Saharan Africa
Over the past two decades, mobile telecommunications has transformed the face of Sub-Saharan Africa, integrating hundreds of millions of people into the digital economy and creating a new industry worth billions of dollars a year. Mobile technology has, according to…
Boss Money App Expands to Francophone Africa
In February 2023, IDT Corporation, a global provider of fintech, cloud communications, and traditional communications services, announced that it would be rebranding its Africa-based Leaf Wallet app to IDT’s flagship financial services brand, Boss Money. The Blockchain-based App The rebranded…
Egyptian Fintech to Revolutionise Cashless Payments
Flash, Egypt’s new cashless payment app that provides cashless payment solutions for consumers and businesses through a scan and pay service. The application allows consumers to make a purchase with their phones by adding any existing bank card or digital…
Shocking Data: 38% Respondents Unaware of Personal Data Circulation
Shocking data from Kaspersky reveals that 38% of South African respondents that participated in their survey did not know what data about them is publicly available on the Internet. The survey titled, Digital Superstitions is a startling display of how…
What Africa’s Employers Should Expect from Job Seekers in 2023
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted and transformed the way people work and live. This has sparked a need for technology to be further integrated into all aspects of life which underpins the transitioning into the Fourth Industrial Revolution. How…
Africa’s Human Firewall – Fends Off Phishing Attacks
More than one in three of corporate employees in Africa are vulnerable to phishing attacks and social engineering scams. However, regular training can significantly reduce their chances of falling victim to such cyber threats. This is among the key findings…
Fintech in Africa to Reach $1.5 trillion by 2030
Emerging economies will lead the way as Fintech gains momentum. Asia-Pacific is poised to outpace the US, becoming the world’s largest fintech market by 2030, while Africa will be the fastest growing region. According to a report, Africa’s fintech market …
DC Byte Makes Inroads into Africa with Launch of Market Platform
DC Byte, a provider of global data centre intelligence, released a Market Spotlight report highlighting the untapped potential of emerging African markets. In a world driven by technology and digital services, this report sheds light on the transformative possibilities within…
Technology in transportation: Revolutionizing Logistics in Africa
Africa, a continent known for its diverse landscapes and extensive transportation challenges, is experiencing a remarkable transformation in the realm of transportation. With the advent of innovative technologies, African nations are harnessing the power of digital solutions to overcome longstanding…
Egypt Emerges as a Leading Tech Hotspot in MENA Region
Egypt has been identified as one of the region’s top technology hotspots. Their high level of investment in future technologies, thriving startup ecosystems, and globally leading internet connectivity has earned them this reputation. In 2022, the country invested ($736 million)…
Liquid Intelligent Technologies acquires leading cloud and cyber security provider in Egypt
Liquid Intelligent Technologies () today announces that it has acquired  Cysiv MEA, a technology company that was  formerly SecureMisr, headquartered in Cairo. The business specialises in providing enterprise cloud and cyber security services to some of Egypt’s leading companies, particularly in…
2Africa Lands in Ras Ghareb, Egypt
As part of the 2Africa consortium, Meta and Telecom Egypt announce the first landing of the 2Africa subsea cable in Egypt at Ras Ghareb in the Red Sea, with another landing expected in Port Said in the Mediterranean Sea at…
