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WiSolar’s prepaid solar utility opens service in Gauteng

The company says this business model allows property owners to install solar at no upfront cost.
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1:10
Thursday

Last call for SA start-ups to enter the Irish Tech Challenge

The application deadline has been extended to 5 May, with finalists being awarded €10,000 in funding and a curated networking tour to Ireland.
1:40
Tuesday

MTN Nigeria maintains charity projects despite challenges

As part of its commitment to supporting national priorities and fostering sustainable societies, MTN is building up 52 basic health clinics in Nigeria.
2:20
Tuesday

NEC Africa partners IgKnight to expand in Mauritius

NEC Africa believes the Island country is a promising market for business, with Statista estimating a turnover of US$49.6 million in Mauritius' computing market by 2024.
1:40

Madagascar fintech MVola bolsters super app

The action, according to the company, marks a significant improvement in digital and financial inclusion.
2:00

Cassava Tech’s ADC unveils channel partner programme

The data centre company says that the programme prioritises mutual growth for itself and its partners.
1:50

US supports increased fibre, 5G connectivity in Kenya

The US is funding a study to address Kenya’s internet affordability gap through the development of new fibre optic and 5G infrastructure.
1:20

Flutterwave founder named vice chair of US-Africa Business Center’s board

Olugbenga Agboola has said that joining the group fulfils the fintech's desire to connect Africa to the global economy.
1:40

ECA calls for wider adoption of digital planning tool by African govts

The tool from the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa strengthens government planning processes and enables digital tracking of activities.
2:10

A new report identifies prospects for UK-Africa space partnerships

Experts from South Africa, Kenya, Rwanda, and other organisations recently visited various UK space sector enterprises as part of a knowledge exchange tour.
2:20

Qualcomm picks African start-ups for incubation programme

The programme supports the development of Africa's emerging technology ecosystem by providing mentorship, education, and training programs to start-ups.
2:00

Madica invests in three African start-ups

African-focussed investment programme funds its first cohort of local companies, with plans to fund a further ten this year.
1:40

NEC's NeoFace Watch helps Zim nab Chinese syndicate

Zimbabwe police's facial recognition team used NEC's NeoFace Watch system to identify suspects.