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DisrupTech Ventures Makes First Sub-Saharan Investment in Nigeria’s Winich Farms
DisrupTech Ventures, one of Egypt’s early-stage fintech funds, has announced its first pan-African investment in Nigerian startup Winich Farms, a fast-growing Agri-Tech that is transforming access to markets and credit for smallholder farmers across Nigeria. Lagos-based Winich is addressing the…
HP Selects Nigeria Cohort for 2025 Digital Equity Accelerator
Today, HP Inc. and the HP Foundation announced the selection of 8 nonprofit organizations in Greece, Indonesia, Nigeria, and Spain for the 2025 Digital Equity Accelerator (Accelerator). The Accelerator will provide the 2025 cohort with a USD $100,000 grant, HP…
How small businesses can leverage generative AI without losing their touch of humanity
South Africa is rapidly embracing artificial intelligence (AI), with adoption rates surpassing those of many developed nations. Recent data indicates that over 60% of South African workers regularly use generative AI, outpacing countries like France, the United Kingdom, and the…
AfriLabs Receives $150,000 Boost from Airbnb Community Fund
AfriLabs, the largest pan-African network of innovation and technology hubs, has received a significant financial boost with a $150,000 donation from the Airbnb Community Fund. The contribution underscores a shared commitment to supporting initiatives that foster innovation, empower communities, and…
Paymentology & Sticitt Launch Mastercard Debit Solution
Paymentology announced its strategic partnership with South African fintech startup Sticitt to revolutionize how schools handle finances and how children establish healthy money habits from a young age. We’re proud to announce our partnership with @sticcit Together we are building a…
Google DeepMind Enters Strategic Alliance with Apptronik
Google DeepMind has formed a strategic relationship with Apptronik, a startup in AI-powered humanoid robotics, to take a huge step forward in the future of robotics. Apptronik, best known for its humanoid robot Apollo, has built a solid reputation for…
Air France-KLM Partners with Kolet to Deliver Seamless Global Connectivity with eSIM Technology
Air France-KLM has announced a new partnership with Kolet, a French start-up specializing in eSIM technology. As the group’s new eSIM partner, Kolet will provide customers with a connectivity solution available in over 190 countries at preferential rates. By visiting…
Microsoft Launches AI Initiative to Empower African Startups
Microsoft has announced a plan to promote cooperation between startups and business executives while also accelerating the development of artificial intelligence (AI) through its Africa Transformation Office (ATO). Additionally, the project will signal the beginning of Microsoft’s strategic partnership with…
Celebrating Women’s Month with 10,000 Free Ride Hailing
In honour of Women’s Month and the historic 1956 march of 20,000 women to the Union Buildings in Pretoria, Bolt is proud to announce the #BoltRoadToEqual initiative to support women-owned businesses. Throughout August, Bolt will provide 10,000 free rides to…
Damning Findings on Libyans Military Training Camp: PSiRA
The Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSiRA) hosted a media briefing to update the public on the preliminary findings from its internal investigations regarding the alleged illegal Libyan military training camp near White River, at a farm in Mpumalanga province,…
PSiRA To Provide Update on Libyans Military Training Camp
Two weeks ago, the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority– PSiRA in South Africa was tipped off about a security service provider, Milites Dei Security Services (Pty) Ltd (MDSS), registered with the authority, which is allegedly conducting military style training for,…
Bridging the Gender Gap in South Africa’s Tech Sector
The telecommunications industry is built on the brilliance of women. Dr. Marian Croak invented Voice over IP- VoIP technology. Dr. Shirley Jackson’s work made the touch-tone telephone, caller ID, and call waiting technology possible. Hedy Lamarr is responsible for the…
Decoding Global Talent 2024: Insights for SA Businesses
South Africa’s online recruitment platform, Pnet, collaborates with The Stepstone Group, BCG, and The Network, shares the release of the Decoding Global Talent 2024 workforce study. This landmark research, one of the largest of its kind, provides a comprehensive analysis…
Commemorating, Empowering Women through Stable Connectivity
In today’s fast-paced world. Reliable cellular connectivity has become a vital tool for empowering South African women in their personal and professional lives. From business leaders and educators to caregivers and entrepreneurs, women rely on uninterrupted connectivity to effectively manage…
An Academy Launched to Address Skills Shortage
A consulting engineering firm based in the province of Gauteng, in South Africa, Med-TechEngineers has officially launched the Engineering and Technology Academy to address the shortage of critical and unique skills needed in the engineering and technology sectors. For the…
ISPA says Internet Firms Must Compete in Estates
Residential estates with high-end fibre connectivity are valued by owners and tenants alike. This is especially true for estates with open access fibre infrastructure, which provides a neutral platform for Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to compete with each other. Chairperson…
