MTN makes board changes to Fintech business, Bayobab
The mobile operator appoints four non-executive directors to the boards of its Fintech and Bayobab divisions.
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Vendease, Nigerian food-tech firm, seeks expansion, recruits new CFO
According to the company, Chaudry's appointment brings over 20 years of experience to the executive team.
1:20
Ecobank selects finalists for Fintech Challenge
This year's challenge received approximately 1,550 applications from 70 different countries in Africa and outside the continent.
1:40
Kenya's DTB, Network partner on digital payments
The arrangement with Network International would improve DTB's digital-first strategy in the Kenyan market, according to the bank.
2:00
INTERPOL's mission dealt a serious blow to African cybercrime
INTERPOL cooperated in a global law enforcement operation aimed at West African organised crime groups, notably Black Axe.
2:40
Cisco launches Kenyan cyber security tech experience centre
Located at the University of Nairobi, the centre aims to support Kenya's cyber defence initiatives through skills programmes and training.
1:30
South African regulator grants licences to AltCoinTrader
The announcement comes as Bitcoin hovers at all-time high levels and there is increased interest in digital assets in South Africa and globally.
1:20
Orange, Coursera to offer free certification courses
The partnership enables young people in Africa and the Middle East to learn digital skills for free and at their own pace.
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InDrive upgrades app, announces new safety details
Following the upgrades, the number of trusted contacts has been increased from one to five, and inDrive’s can reach out to these contacts during emergencies.
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Ethiopia’s Coopbank launches new apps with Temenos
The company said this will deliver a modern digital experience for conventional and Islamic banking with improved personalisation for more than 12 million customers.
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Namibia launches historic 5G tech trials
Mobile Telecoms Company launched its 5G trials yesterday, while Telecom Namibia unveiled over 50 3G and 4G sites.
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ExiPay, Izwe team up to launch new POS device in Zambia
The point of sale solution is able to process both mobile and card payments, tapping an underserved segment of the country’s payment landscape.
2:10
Peach Payments, Nedbank target ecommerce sites with new offering
Nedbank Direct EFT enables online shoppers to make secure payments straight from their Nedbank bank account without having to input their card details.