Wave Mobile Money appoints regional head of PR
According to the company, her knowledge of technology and fintech makes her a valuable strategic asset in increasing its visibility.
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US gov launches Digital Money is Better project in Angola
The Digital Money is Better project aims to empower communities in Angola by improving personal finances and allowing access to financial services via cell phones.
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US funds Madagascar’s health data collection project
The $5 million project has helped Madagascar collect and analyse private sector data, monitor and evaluate health surveillance.
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Vodafone, Safaricom, USAID, launch $14m health project in Kenya
USAID will provide up to $5 million toward the initiative, and Vodafone Foundation and M-PESA Foundation announced an additional $9 million contribution.
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US gov’t pushes data centres throughout Africa
The US says it is laying the groundwork for a digital revolution on the continent, by increasing access to cloud-based technologies.
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US plans multi-million dollar investment to boost African innovation
Prosper Africa initiative announces plans to invest US$170-million to boost African exports and US investment by US$2-billion.
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Funders pledge US$575m to help Africa’s beleaguered farmers
Finance will be used to delivery climate-smart solutions to farmers.
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Facebook maps out Africa using artificial intelligence
Facebook uses its data science skills, and expertise in AI and machine learning to map out local populations.
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Things looking up for solar service providers in Africa
Lumos Global co-founder offers perspective on the market and expects exponential growth in 2018.
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Kenyan wireless internet startup hits the ground running
Nanyuki-based Mawingu attracts funding, aims for more widespread rollout and to establish 400 hotspots per month.
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Bomb detection technology donated to Kenya’s airports
US agency helps out East African nation, which has been targeted by al Shabaab.