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15 years and billions of naira processed transactions later, Paga is refocusing on a mobile app it first launched in 2020. The Paga app, which the company says has 4.5 million users, allows users to create mobile accounts, pay bills, buy airtime and send money.

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  Cisco announces the appointment of David Meads as Vice President for the Middle East, Africa, Romania, and the Commonwealth of Independent States- CIS. He succeeds Reem Asaad, who led Cisco’s business in the region for over four years. In his new role, Meads will oversee Cisco’s strategy and commercial operations, focusing on enabling customers […] The post Cisco Appoints Vice President first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

GTCO has named the Nigeria Exchange and London Exchange as institutions it will be looking to list its shares to raise additional $750m

Commvault recently launched the first phase of its SHIFT Roadshow Event at The Leonardo in Sandton, South Africa. The next two phases will take place in Denmark and Israel, respectively. Titled “Everything You Know is About to SHIFT – SA Edition,” the event delved into the evolving landscape of cyber resilience. IT industry stakeholders gathered […] The post Commvault’s SHIFT Roadshow Cloud Deliverables: SA Edition first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

The Bank of Tanzania’s (BoT) new restrictions are believed to be linked to questionable lending practices like debt-shaming of defaulters, and high interest rates. ​​

Africa has large deposits of underground resources which Japan does not. Spinning off a venture backable project in this regard could boost the Asian nation’s status as both financier and manufacturer. This is most likely the reason for Japan’s mouth-watering interest in Africa.

The Africa SAP User Group- AFSUG proudly announces the launch of its newest initiative: the AFSUG Career Connect Portal, exclusively designed for AFSUG members. This innovative platform serves as a central hub where AFSUG and SAP member companies can identify top-tier talent, while also offering a unique avenue for students and young professionals to showcase […] The post AFSUG Introduces Exclusive Career Connect Portal for Members first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

Waffarha, an Egyptian group-buying platform, has secured a significant seed funding round in the seven-figure range. The investment will be allocated towards bolstering the company’s technology infrastructure, attracting top talent, and expanding its operations beyond the borders of Saudi Arabia. Established in 2012 by Tarek Magdy and Noha Hamdy, Waffarha operates both a website and […] More The post Egyptian Startup Waffarha Secures Seven-Figure Investment in Seed Funding Round appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Amazon has officially rolled out its online shopping platform in South Africa, coinciding with a surge in online sales driven by the pandemic. This move aligns with previous research indicating Amazon’s strategic interest in leveraging South Africa’s economy as a gateway to expand its presence across the African continent. The newly launched Amazon.co.za boasts over […] More The post Amazon Debuts Online Shopping Platform in South Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Renew Capital has recently invested in Farm to Feed, a Kenyan agri-tech startup, to support its expansion efforts. Farm to Feed operates a business-to-business platform aimed at repurposing surplus agricultural products. Founded in 2020, the company seeks to combat food waste by creating a market for imperfect or excess goods. Through its tech-driven platform, Farm […] More The post Kenyan Agritech Startup Farm to Feed Secures New Investment appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Renda has successfully closed its pre-seed funding round, securing $1.9 million through a combination of equity and debt financing. The round was led by Ingressive Capital, which invested $1.3 million in equity. Additional equity participants included Techstars Toronto, Founders Factory Africa, Magic Fund, Golden Palm Investments, Reflect Ventures, and Vastly Valuable Ventures. Moreover, Founders Factory […] More The post Renda Secures $1.9 Million in Successful Pre-Seed Funding Round appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Seamfix, a global provider of digital identity solutions, has secured $4.5 million in a private equity funding round from Alitheia IDF, a gender lens investing fund. This funding will enable Seamfix to expand the technological infrastructure behind its solutions, improve data flow crucial for continental trade and integration, and initiate the rollout of its digital […] More The post Seamfix Lands $4.5 Million in New Funding appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Avanti Communications, the global multi-orbit satellite technology provider, announces the launch of Low-Earth-Orbit- LEO satellite connectivity services in South Africa. Enhancement of business operations They have partnered with Q-KON, a prominent satellite engineering enterprise in southern Africa, to provide seamless LEO connectivity from Eutelsat OneWeb. The new agreement is poised to enhance business operations nationwide, […] The post Avanti and Q-KON Partner to Offer LEO Satellite Connectivity first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

Following a significant loss in profits that was reported on the Nigerian Exchange, Airtel Africa Plc lost almost 10% of its market valuation on the stock market. According to data from the equities market monitoring, the market price of the telecom business dropped by 10.3% per week to N1,973 per share from N2,200. The telecom […] The post Airtel Africa Falls By 10.3% After Earnings Storm first appeared on BizWatchNigeria.Ng.

Hollywood adores nothing more than a sleek, intelligent robot. We’ve witnessed humanoid assistants, towering war machines, and even robotic companions. However, despite their on-screen dominance, some of cinema’s most iconic robots would falter in the real world. An impractical robot, in this context, refers to a design or functionality lacking feasibility or logic within the […] The post Top 5 Unrealistic Robots in Hollywood Movies: Expert first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

In today’s edition: Fresh subsea cable cuts hit Africa || Zimbabwe’s new currency struggles as businesses mark up ZiG purchases || Solar storm dazzles social media || South Africa takes action against AI election threat

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With great fanfare, global e-commerce giant Amazon has finally dipped its massive toe into the South African market. After months of anticipation following an October 2023 promise, the company’s long-awaited debut has become a reality, offering South African customers a brand-new online shopping experience. Customers can now access the Amazon.co.za platform either by downloading the […] More The post Amazon Unleashes Online Shopping Revolution in South Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The Nigerian technology community is in an uproar following a surprise decision of Microsoft,reportedly planning to shut down its African Development Centre (ADC) in Lagos. This unexpected development has left employees reeling, as the management informed them of the decision on Monday, May 6th. According to sources from Microsoft ADC Nigeria, affected staff members may […] More The post Microsoft’s Surprise Move to Close African Development Center in Lagos appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Google has unveiled an exciting development for its Hustle Academy program, designed to accelerate the growth of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) across Sub-Saharan Africa. Applications are now open for the 2024 cohort, and this year’s curriculum will feature a groundbreaking integration of business-focused artificial intelligence (AI) training. The Google Hustle Academy has played a […] More The post Google Hustle Academy Embraces AI to Empower African SMBs appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Nigeria’s federal government is considering reintroducing telecommunication taxes and other fiscal measures as it seeks to obtain a $750 million loan from the World Bank. This move comes nearly a year after the suspension of a 5% excise duty on telecom services and an import tax adjustment levy on certain vehicles. The potential reintroduction of […] More The post Nigeria Considers Telecom Taxation to Obtain World Bank Financing appeared first on Tech In Africa.

In a strategic move to capitalize on the growth potential of its mobile money services, Airtel Africa has announced plans to take its mobile money unit public through an initial public offering (IPO) in 2025. This decision comes as the telecom giant aims to expand its mobile money footprint across more African countries, building on […] More The post Airtel Africa Gears Up for Mobile Money Unit IPO in 2025 appeared first on Tech In Africa.

In a groundbreaking move for the African streaming market, Showmax, a collaboration between MultiChoice, NBCUniversal, and Sky, has unveiled a new streaming platform featuring live Premier League games and a diverse content library. This revamped service, complete with a refreshed brand and an extensive content slate, aims to revolutionize digital entertainment across the continent. At […] More The post Showmax Launches Revamped Streaming Platform in Africa with Premier League Streaming appeared first on Tech In Africa.

In a move aimed at enhancing financial inclusivity and accessibility, MTN South Africa has partnered with Investec and Electrum to introduce PayShap, a real-time, low-cost interbank digital payments service, on its Mobile Money (MoMo) platform. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for digital finance in the country, as MoMo becomes the first non-banking entity to […] More The post MTN South Africa Embraces PayShap for Inclusive Digital Payments” appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Madica, an investment program tailored for pre-seed African startups, has announced its inaugural set of investments in three promising companies. In alignment with its mandate, each startup has received up to $200,000 in funding and gained access to Madica’s comprehensive 18-month company-building support program. Launched in 2022 and affiliated with Flourish Ventures, a global fintech […] More The post Madica Fuels African Startup Growth with First Investments appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Data engineering, often overshadowed by its flashier cousin, data science, is the backbone for AI innovation.Data engineering, often overshadowed by its flashier cousin, data science, is the backbone for AI innovation. In this edition, Adeolu Adegboye shares what it takes to become a data engineer.

In a significant stride towards empowering Kenya’s digital workforce, the Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Acyberschool. This five-year partnership aims to train one million Kenyan youths in the critical fields of artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity. The signing ceremony took place on Wednesday at the recently […] More The post KoTDA Partners with Acyberschool to Upskill Kenyan Youth in AI and Cybersecurity appeared first on Tech In Africa.

A combination of factors including entrepreneur resilience and strong macroeconomic fundamentals has seen South Africa handle the funding downturn better than most.

In today’s edition: NIBSS in $1.4 billion lawsuit || Takealot beats Amazon to a prime offer || Safaricom is East Africa’s most profitable company || Elon Musk’s Neuralink malfunctions in test patient || Funding tracker

The rise of financial technology (fintech) in Africa is not just a story of innovation; it’s a narrative about empowerment and transformation. As the continent continues to grapple with the challenges of limited access to traditional banking services, fintech has emerged as a beacon of hope, offering a path toward financial inclusion and economic growth. […] The post Unlocking Fintech’s Potential to Deliver Financial Inclusion first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

As a smartphone user, updating your device to the latest version of the operating system may seem like a chore and an annoying way to use up your precious data. But keeping your phone up to date is essential to keeping it at top performance. TCL explores the importance of keeping your smartphone up to […] The post Is Your Android Slowing Down? Discover Smart Maintenance Tips first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

For anyone frustrated by the never-ending need to produce travel documents, passports, boarding cards, declarations, and approvals at multiple checkpoints along the air travel journey, then biometrics is the answer. Fortunately, it is also the future. Until now, many borders relied heavily on strings of text typed into applications by people who often spoke a […] The post Airport Security: Inside SITA’s Biometric Technology first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

From the fintech startups driving financial inclusion to the agri-tech startups improving food security, the impact of these startups is nothing short of transformational. Here are the ten most-funded tech industries

The debut of Amazon in South Africa marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of e-commerce. The fact that the largest eCommerce business in the world has come to SA proves that there is still major growth in eCommerce in SA. If that wasn’t the case, they wouldn’t have come here. Discovery’s recent Spend Trend […] The post Amazon South Africa: How Should Local Retailers Adapt? first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.