Africa
Discussing developments, challenges, and achievements shaping the future of Africa in various sectors.
- Business
The New Kings of African Commerce: Why Gen Z Now Dominates Spending
Gen Z now leads consumer spending across Africa, with Kenya’s youth driving rapid urban growth and shaping future economic patterns.
- News
Africa’s Global Future in Focus as Cambridge Africa Business Network Announces 2025 Keynote Lineup
Dr. Bawumia to keynote 2025 Cambridge Africa Business Conference, focusing on innovation, leadership, and Africa’s global economic influence.
- News
Mart Networks Expands Cybersecurity Portfolio in Africa Through Strategic Partnership with Infopercept
Mart Networks partners with Infopercept to distribute advanced cybersecurity platforms in Africa, focusing on threat exposure management and compliance solutions.
- Business
AI Could Automate 40% of Tasks in Africa’s Tech Outsourcing Sector by 2030, New Report Warns
40% of BPO tasks in Africa may be automated by 2030. New report urges Kenya and others to invest in…
- News
Global AI Summit in Rwanda Sets the Stage for Africa’s Bold $2.9 Trillion AI Revolution
Kigali hosts Africa’s first Global AI Summit, launching bold initiatives to drive inclusive growth, governance, and AI infrastructure continent-wide.
- Business
Trump’s Tariffs Hit Africa: What Kenya’s 10% Tariff Means for Trade, Tech, and the Economy
Trump's new tariffs disrupt Kenya-U.S. trade, raising export costs, threatening tech growth, inflation, and prompting urgent economic strategy shifts.
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Hayo Joins GLF Community to Strengthen Global Digital Infrastructure and Foster Sustainable Connectivity
Hayo joins the GLF Community to support digital infrastructure growth and bridge the digital divide across Africa and beyond.
- News
Over 300 Arrested in INTERPOL-Led Operation Red Card Targeting Cybercrime Across Africa
INTERPOL’s Operation Red Card leads to 306 arrests across Africa, disrupting major cybercrime networks targeting banking and messaging platforms.
- News
Africa’s Digital Payments Market to Hit $1.5 Trillion by 2030, Mastercard-Backed Report Reveals
Africa’s digital payments could reach $1.5T by 2030. Here’s how Mastercard plans to support that growth.
- News
BBC Launches ‘Tech Now’, a New Global Tech Show to Replace Click
BBC launches Tech Now, a new global tech show spotlighting innovation — including Africa — with a digital-first format.
- News
Airtel Africa Launches AI-Powered Spam Alert Service to Combat SMS Fraud
Airtel Africa launches AI-powered Spam Alert Service to protect users from SMS fraud, providing real-time warnings and enhanced mobile security.
- Startups
Gozem Raises $30M in Series B Funding to Transform Mobility and Fintech in Africa
Gozem secures $30M to expand its Super App, enhance mobility, e-commerce, and fintech services across Francophone Africa, driving digital transformation.
- News
Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum 2025 (DRIF25) Heads to Zambia – Register Now
DRIF25 registration opens for the April 2025 Lusaka event, focusing on digital rights, inclusion, AI, cybersecurity, and global collaboration.
- Startups
Inside Intreensic: The New Payments Training Hub Shaping Africa’s Fintech Future
Intreensic launches to bridge Africa’s payments skills gap, offering structured fintech education, global certifications, and industry consulting. Learn how this…
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African Union Urged to Prioritize Education Reform for the Next Decade
African leaders urge the African Union to prioritize foundational learning in a decade-long education reform to tackle Africa’s learning crisis.
