Africa AI growth faces infrastructure gaps
While a $100bn economic windfall is within reach, power and data centre shortages threaten progress.
ALX broadens AI training in Africa
Partnering with the MasterCard Foundation, the technology training company asserts that learners can access tech training for $5 per month.
MTN marks Africa Day, pledges digital inclusion
Africa's largest telco says technology can unlock opportunities, jobs and financial inclusion across the continent
Velmie, Flot to launch African neobank
Lithuania-based fintech company is partnering with Flot to roll out a digital banking platform tailored for African consumers and businesses.
PLA pushes product-led growth in Africa
Accelerator programme targets stronger execution and AI-driven product development across African enterprises.
Nutanix, Datamellon drive Africa's cloud
The alliance targets growing demand for cloud-native and AI-ready infrastructure across Sub-Saharan Africa.
AFC commits $100m to African tech funds
Investment push targets digital industrialisation and deeper local venture capital participation.
INTERPOL arrests 201 in MENA cybercrime sweep
Cross-border operation dismantles phishing networks and exposes trafficking-linked cyber scams.
African telcos speed up 5G, AI transformation
Growing demand for digital services and data-driven connectivity is pushing African mobile operators to modernise networks through 5G, cloud-native infrastructure and AI-powered automation, according to Ericsson.
JuiceMe acquires Ajiraworks to boost African HR tech
The tech HR firm will use Ajiraworks' solutions to address the fundamental issues that businesses encounter when entering African markets, such as fragmented regulations, inconsistent payroll systems, and limited local infrastructure.
Sovereign AI data centres to launch in Africa
A new partnership seeks to establish locally anchored infrastructure, enabling domestic organisations to retain control over data and digital sovereignty.
Orange supports Europe-Africa subsea cable project
Via Africa system aims to boost connectivity resilience along Africa’s Atlantic coast.
MTN chair backs digital infrastructure growth
Mcebisi Jonas urges African cooperation amid geopolitical and economic pressures.
