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Airtel Africa, Mastercard Unveil New Money Transfer Service

Airtel and Mastercard launch global money transfer service, connecting 14 African nations to 145 markets across the Globe.

Samsung Showcases Next Gen Living With Smart Home Concept at Tilisi

Samsung partners with Tilisi Views, showcasing luxury smart homes with their 2023 electronics lineup in Nairobi, Kenya.

World Bank Backs Safaricom Ethiopia Telecom Venture

Safaricom Ethiopia receives World Bank investment; boosts telecoms; faces Telebirr competition; financial challenges loom.

Google Makes it Easier to Remove Personal Info Online

Google introduces features enhancing user privacy, including "Results About You" updates and policies on explicit images

Anticipation Rises as TECNO Phantom V Flip/Yoga Details Leak

Leaked details on TECNO's Phantom V Flip/Yoga hint at competitive pricing and standout features; availability remains a keen interest.

20 African Female Tech Founders Selected for 2023 Future is Female Mentorship Program

African female tech founders selected for Future is Female Mentorship Program, boosting innovation in 2023.

India Joins Africa’s Digital Financial Inclusion Drive with $2 Million Commitment

India contributes $2 million to Africa's digital financial inclusion, sharing expertise to empower underserved populations.

Uber Finally Adds M-Pesa as Native Payment Option for Rides

Uber partners with Safaricom to offer M-Pesa payments for rides and driver earnings in Kenya, promoting financial inclusion.

Worldcoin Activities Suspended in Kenya by Ministry of Interior

Kenya Ministry of Interior suspends Worldcoin due to data privacy concerns, highlighting risks in biometric data collection and distribution.

Flapmax Partners with Intel to Accelerate AI Innovation in Africa

Flapmax partners with Intel to accelerate AI innovation in Africa, empowering startups through FAST Accelerator program.

Safaricom New Move is to Invest Billions in Kenyan Tech Startups

Safaricom shareholders approve two subsidiaries to invest in and support Kenyan tech start-ups, despite challenging fiscal conditions.

Finance Act 2023: How M-Pesa & Call Rates Will Be Affected

Safaricom adjusts M-Pesa, call rates in response to Kenya's Finance Act 2023, altering excise duties on telecom services

Worldcoin Launch Draws Concern from Kenya’s Data Protection Commissioner

Kenya's Data Protection Commissioner warns citizens about privacy concerns linked to Worldcoin iris-scanning data collection method.

From Nairobi to Kigali, BasiGo Electric Buses Come to Rwanda

BasiGo partners with AC Mobility to bring affordable, accessible electric buses to Rwanda, aiming for fleet electrification by 2030.

The AI Advantage: IBM Study Reveals African CEOs’ Strategy for Success

IBM study reveals African CEOs view advanced AI and analytics as key for success, despite facing adoption barriers.

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