30 SA female founders graduate from Telkom-backed incubator
The programme supports women entrepreneurs with critical resources, mentorship, and guidance for those looking to venture out on their own with confidence.
Staff writer
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Gabon, Work Bank sign public-sector digital finance agreement
The project intends to improve the legal, regulatory, and technological foundation for data protection, cyber security, and data exchange in the public sector.
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Ghana gov’t gives green light on mega solar power project
Project touted as Africa’s largest rooftop solar installation.
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UAE’s Masdar promises to power 90 000 Angolan homes
It is expected that the project will generate 600 employment opportunities and provide renewable energy in a region with substantial electricity supply difficulties.
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Kenya’s Sky.Garden rebrands after $1.6m LipaLater investment
Sky.Garden, according to Lipa, is about more than just e-commerce; it's about altering the way businesses run and customers shop.
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Ethiopian fintechs, bank partner to offer digital lending service
This new collaboration with Ezra illustrates both firms' shared commitment to offering inclusive services that benefit financially underserved areas, says the companies.
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Cameroon’s Koree scoops Ecobank fintech grand prize
The fintech beat off competition from over 1,400 other entrants to claim the cash reward of $50,000.
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Paratus Zambia to host Lusaka Internet Exchange
The two parties say the move will improve internet service quality in Zambia, thus boosting digital innovation and economic growth potential.
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Capitec’s digital transactions balloon in six months
According to the bank, digital transaction volumes climbed by 21% in six months to 957 million, with the banking app accounting for 83% of these transactions.
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AUTO24 launches pre-owned car marketplace in four new markets
The platform is expanding its footprint and offering features currently not available in those markets.
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Flutterwave launches engineering programme in India
The company is working together with Capgemini's tech talent in Bangalore to explore industry best practises and groom the next-generation workforce.
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Uganda insurtech Turaco arrives in Ghana, takes aim at SMMES
Turaco's operational markets have now increased to four--Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, and Ghana--and active policies have surged by 25%.
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Seedstars, IOE seek start-ups with migration tech solutions
To be eligible, start-ups must have a tested minimum viable product with early traction, and offer solutions to businesses or governments.