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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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1:50

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
16 Aug

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
Jul 23, 2024

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
Jul 17, 2024

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
Apr 29, 2024

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
Apr 17, 2024

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
Apr 9, 2024

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.
1:30
Mar 25, 2024

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.
1:20
Mar 20, 2024

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.
1:30
Mar 19, 2024

Namibia launches historic 5G tech trials

Mobile Telecoms Company launched its 5G trials yesterday, while Telecom Namibia unveiled over 50 3G and 4G sites.
1:50
Mar 12, 2024

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
Mar 7, 2024

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.