Africa
Discussing developments, challenges, and achievements shaping the future of Africa in various sectors.
- News
Submit Your Innovations to the Connected Africa Summit 2024 Awards
Kenya hosts Connected Africa Summit 2024, inviting African innovators to submit tech solutions for awards and global recognition.
- Announcements
Generative AI in Africa: Liquid C2, Google Cloud, Anthropic Team Up
Liquid C2 spearheads African AI adoption through Google Cloud, Anthropic partnership, offering heightened security and innovative solutions.
- Startups
€1M Investment Up for Grabs at Latitude59 Pitch Competition
Estonia's Latitude59 conference to provide €1M for startups in Pitch Competition, backed by EstBAN and Specialist VC for 2024.
- News
Airtel Ads Promises Data-Driven Success for African Advertisers
Airtel Ads streamlines digital advertising for African businesses, leveraging Airtel's vast customer data for enhanced reach and precision targeting.
- News
World Bank Invests $20 Million in Smart Africa Digital Academy
The World Bank partners with Smart Africa to train thousands of African leaders in digital skills, fostering regional integration.
- Announcements
2Africa Cable Lands in Nigeria Boosting Country’s South Internet
MainOne's 2Africa cable landing in Akwa Ibom brings high-capacity broadband to South-South Nigeria, driving digital growth.
- News
Yango Play is an Entertainment Super App Designed for Arabic Speakers
Yango Play brings movies, music, mini-games, and an Arabic-speaking AI assistant to personalize entertainment in the MENA region.
- Startups
Flourish Ventures Launches Survey on African Tech Founder Well-Being
Flourish Ventures initiates first-of-its-kind well-being survey for tech founders in Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, to highlight and address challenges.
- Announcements
Apply for the Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum 2024 (DRIF24) in Ghana
Register for DRIF24, Accra, April 23-25: Global forum on digital rights, inclusion, with diverse sessions and international delegates.
- News
Airtel Launches Telesonic Fibre to Power Digital Africa
Airtel Africa launches Telesonic, enhancing digital connectivity with terrestrial fibre and submarine cables, aiming to bridge Africa's digital divide and…
- News
Senegal cuts mobile internet access
Senegal cuts mobile internet to curb unrest caused by President Sall's election postponement.
- News
Chinese Electric Car Maker BYD is expanding to Rwanda
BYD, a Chinese automaker, expands into Rwanda, advancing Africa's electric vehicle market with sustainable, innovative transportation solutions.
- 24 Bit
2024 Tech Predictions: From AI to EVs, Elections, and More
Explore 2024's tech predictions, from AI to EVs, taxation, and elections. Join 24Bit Podcast for insights and expert perspectives.
- News
Kenya’s Telegram Shutdown in 2023 Cost the Nation $27 Million
Kenya's mysterious Telegram shutdown during national exams potentially cost the nation $27 million, raising questions about government involvement.
- Startups
African Markets’ Resilience in the Face of FX Volatility and Inflationary Pressures
In 2023, African markets faced FX volatility, inflation, and funding challenges. Despite this, the African business ecosystem matured, emphasizing profitability…
