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Redefining Fintech: Ukheshe Rebrands as EFT Corporation
In a bold step towards redefining the future of financial technology, Ukheshe has announced its official rebranding to EFT Corporation. The move consolidates Ukheshe’s pioneering digital solutions with EFT Corporation’s extensive reach and expertise under one unified brand, positioning it…
Merger’s Leader of Value Creation Appointed
In light of the upcoming merger between LogRhythm and Exabeam, LogRhythm, a company dedicated to helping security teams prevent breaches by transforming disconnected data and signals into reliable insights, has announced the appointment of Pete Harteveld as the Leader of…
New Director of African Development Institute Appointed
 Macroeconomist Dr. Eric Kehinde Ogunleye was named Director of the African Development Institute by the African Development Bank with effect from June 1, 2024. Ogunleye, a native of Nigeria, offers close to 20 years of expertise in policy consulting, public…
Youth Month Centre Tour 2024: Harambee
In honor of Youth Month, Harambee hosts a media tour at their center in Johannesburg, South Africa. A tour that was led by their Chief Communications Officer, Zengeziwe Msimang. This event offered a detailed glimpse into how the SA Youth…
Can Facial Biometrics Recognize You with Appearance Changes?
Will face mapping still recognise you if your features change? When it comes to proving your identity online, Face ID—also known as facial biometrics—is fast becoming one of the most reliable methods of authentication. Why? Because your unique facial features…
Lamin Barrow as Director General for African Development Bank
Economist Lamin Barrow has been named the Director General for the West Africa Region by the African Development Bank Group, with effect from June 1, 2024. Having joined the African Development Bank in 2000, Barrow, a Gambian national, brings a…
African Development Bank Names New Deputy Director General
The African Development Bank has named Léandre Bassole as Deputy Director General for the East African Region, effective June 1, 2024. Dr. Bassole is a native of Burkina Faso and has over eighteen years of expertise in consulting services, designing…
Standard Bank and MTN Partner for MVNO Launch
Standard Bank Teams Up with MTN to Expand Mobile Network Coverage for South African Customers. In line with its telecommunications strategy, Standard Bank Mobile rebrands to Standard Bank Connect, offering new data and voice packages. Kartik Mistry, Head of Standard…
New Board Affairs Director at African Development Bank
Chioma Angela Onukogu has been appointed by the African Development Bank to the position of Director of Board Affairs and Proceedings in the Office of the Secretary-General and the General Secretariat, with effect from April 16, 2024. With over 25…
Fintech Company Spotlights Resourceful SMEs, Entrepreneurs’
iKhokha– one of the fastest-growing fintech companies in Africa has partnered with Jabu Malungane to tell his story of tenacity, resilience and persistence in a new documentary. This documentary has been launched and chronicles the entrepreneurial journey of Jabu Malungane,…
Transforming Workplace Dynamics
With remote work firmly entrenched in our reality, employee self-service systems have become a game-changer, digitizing and automating critical tasks to ease the administrative load on payroll and HR teams. These web or mobile-based platforms offer employees direct access to…
Tech-Savvy Youth $500K Scholarship
Established by the renowned Afrobeats musician sensation, Patoranking, the Patoranking Foundation shines as a beacon of hope for young African talent. Recently, the foundation unveiled the launch of the Patoranking Foundation Tech Scholarships, a pivotal component of the organization’s Sky…
A Tech Showcase for Celebrating Youth in Technology
Invest Cape Town’s Youth in Tech Showcase promises to be a remarkable event, brimming with insightful discussions and inspiring talks. It promises young tech enthusiasts an opportunity to learn, grow, and forge meaningful connections that may shape their future careers.…
New Tech Talks to Plants, Aiding Climate Solutions
By 2034, environmental issues will emerge as a major threat, characterized by extreme weather events, biodiversity loss, and resource shortages, posing significant risks to economies and societies. This revelation stems from a recent report by the World Economic Forum. But…
Tech’s Role in Enhancing Operations and Customer Service
Zuper, a solutions provider specializing in scaling and modernizing fast-growing service businesses with field operations, has announced a joint research report with WBR Insights. This report focuses on key concerns and strategies for field service providers. It highlights priorities and…
Westcon-Comstor Appoints Callum McGregor as COO
Westcon-Comstor, a global technology provider and specialist distributor, announced today the promotion of Callum McGregor to the positions of COO- Chief Operating Officer and CFO- Chief Financial Officer as the company targets sustained growth. Six years on Originally from South…
