AfDB, UNDP deploy $10bn AI initiative across Africa
The joint initiative moves into active execution across five pilot nations to drive African digital infrastructure.
Multi-agency alliance targets West African scam compounds
A mix of law enforcement and global tech players have shut down West African scam operations, removing 3.7 million fraudulent Facebook and Instagram accounts.
African fintech faces new funding test
Investors are seeking long-term financial and operational sustainability over rapid growth.
MTN SA trials Africa’s first 5G-U6GHz network
The test combined a dedicated 5G standalone core network, ultra-wideband active antennas and advanced beamforming tech.
Microsoft targets AI expansion in Africa’s energy sector
Microsoft is targeting AI acceleration across African energy and resources by connecting industrial data workflows.
Cyber criminals target Morocco’s strategic Euro-African digital bridge
As a critical digital gateway between Africa and Europe, Morocco is facing a wave of highly organised, cross-border cyber crime.
Yellow Card unveils Global Accounts service
Businesses can now open named US dollar, pound sterling and euro accounts and make payments across more than 190 countries through a single platform.
evoila Africa appoints Chun to drive cloud growth
Chun will work with businesses and evoila Africa’s partners across the market.
Standard Bank bets up to $200m on OPay
The bank said the partnership would expand its reach and improve access to financial services.
Data protection gap threatens African AI adoption
African enterprises risk AI failure without stronger data governance and protection measures, experts warn.
Hayo joins CAMARA to scale MEA network APIs
Hayo has joined the Linux Foundation's CAMARA Project to drive open network APIs across MEA.
Dollar crunch pushes African firms towards digital dollars
Dollar shortages push African businesses to stablecoins, says Global Settlement Network's CEO.
Senegal moves to localise digital device production
A $150 million partnership will support local assembly of computers, smartphones and tablets.