Africa
Discussing developments, challenges, and achievements shaping the future of Africa in various sectors.
- Startups
Apply for Mozilla’s $10K AI Research Grants in Eastern & Southern Africa
Mozilla offers $5,000-$10,000 AI research grants for African innovators examining AI's impact on communities, promoting inclusivity.
- Startups
Microsoft-backed FAST Accelerator Boosts African Startups: Funding, Mentorship, and Silicon Valley Access
Flapmax launches 2nd FAST Accelerator, supporting African startups with funding, mentorship, and access to Silicon Valley.
- Startups
Empowering Nigeria’s SMEs: Ayoba Launches Accelerator Programme with Adanian Labs
Ayoba and Adanian Labs empower Nigerian SMEs through innovative accelerator program, driving growth and economic development.
- Announcements
Report: 76% Surge in CyberAttacks on Businesses in Kenya, South Africa and Zambia
Cyberattacks on African businesses rise by 76%, emphasizing the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures and collaboration with experts.
- News
Digital Payments in Africa: MultiChoice, Rapyd, and General Catalyst Launch Moment
MultiChoice, Rapyd, and General Catalyst to revolutionise Digital Payments in Africa with Moment, a new integrated payment platform
- Startups
Climate Tech Startup Amini Raises $2M to Address Africa’s Data Scarcity
Amini raises $2M to address Africa's environmental data scarcity, offering advanced analytics and actionable insights.
- News
ID4Africa 2023: HID to showcase solutions in Nairobi
HID to showcase industry-leading digital identity solutions at ID4Africa, addressing identification challenges in Africa.
- News
Liquid Launches First Terrestrial-Only Cable Linking Kenya and South Africa
Liquid Dataport launches groundbreaking terrestrial data superhighway connecting Mombasa to Johannesburg, enhancing African connectivity.
- Announcements
Airtel Launches ‘Reason to Imagine’ Campaign to Inspire Youth
Airtel Africa's 'Reason to Imagine' campaign inspires African youth by celebrating imagination, creativity, and innovation.
- Announcements
AWISCA and WiLAT Collaborate to Boost African Supply Chain Competence
"AWISCA and WiLAT join forces to empower women and youth, enhance skills, and promote entrepreneurship in African logistics."
- Announcements
African Heat: Spotify’s Flagship Playlist for African Music Gets a Facelift
Spotify's African Heat playlist undergoes a makeover, amplifying African music, embracing a new identity, and engaging global audiences.
- News
Tech Leaders & Investors Gather at Africa Tech Summit London
Africa Tech Summit London 2023 brings together 300 African industry leaders with global investors to drive investment and business.
- Announcements
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.
- Announcements
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
- Announcements
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.
