Africa
Discussing developments, challenges, and achievements shaping the future of Africa in various sectors.
- News
Microsoft Taps Lillian Barnard to Lead African Operations
Microsoft has appointed Lillian Barnard as President for Microsoft Africa, and Kalane Rampai as Managing Director for South Africa.
- Business
IDECT: $1.5m project to improve digital trade and e-commerce policies in Africa
The IDECT project aims to streamline digital trade & e-commerce policies across 10 African countries with capacity building
- News
Roche Invests in Kenya as Part of Its 10-Year Africa Diagnostics Strategy
Swiss healthcare firm Roche expands its legal presence in Kenya to drive its 10-year Africa diagnostics strategy.
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GITEX Africa 2023: Africa’s Largest Tech Event Sold Out
GITEX Africa's inaugural event sold out with 900 exhibitors and a purpose-built super venue in Morocco, expansion plans underway.
- Startups
i3 Calls for African Innovators to Join its Second Cohort
Join i3's second cohort and revolutionize healthcare supply chains in Africa. $50,000 grant available. Applications open until June 26th.
- Startups
Opportunik launching Africa Fund in May, Unlocking Global Investments
Opportunik Global Fund, launching May 2023, offers African investors access to diversified assets and global investment opportunities.
- News
AICE Hosts AI Summit in Kenya to Accelerate AI Adoption
The Artificial Intelligence Center of Excellence Africa (AICE) is hosting its second AI for Leaders Summit in Kenya on April…
- News
Nairobi Hosts the 10th Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum
The 10th Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum brings together 600 delegates to discuss internet accessibility and regulation.
- News
Registration now open for AWIEF 2023 conference in Kigali
The African Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum AWIEF will hold its 9th conference in Rwanda in November 2023.
- News
AstraZeneca Launches Africa Health Innovation Hub to Improve Healthcare Access
AstraZeneca launched Africa Health Innovation Hub to improve healthcare access, equity, and innovation with partnerships.
- News
Visa Foundation Aims to Increase Women’s Participation in Africa’s Digital Economy
Visa Foundation $5 million support aims to address the digital gender divide and increase women's participation in the global economy.
- News
M-Pesa Africa launches $2 Million Office in Nairobi to serve 5 countries
M-Pesa Africa Launches Shared Service Operations Centre in Nairobi to Improve Mobile Money Transfer Services and Support Advancements.
- News
ALX launches Software Engineering Cohort for Women in Africa
Applications for the ALX Software Engineering intake for women close on 15 March. The programme will start on 27 March.
- Startups
Applications now open for 2023 Dream VC Fellowship Program
Applications for the 2023 Dream VC Fellowship program are now open. This year, Dream VC will run two programs:
- Startups
11 Startups shortlisted for MultiChoice Accelerator Programme
The 11 start-ups shortlisted to present their business plans to a panel of investors for this year’s MultiChoice Accelerator Programme…
