African tech titans unite to rally global investors at B20
MTN’s Ralph Mupita, Axian’s Hassanein Hiridjee and Sand Technologies’ Fred Swaniker say Africa’s digital, financial and energy revolutions are converging to create unprecedented opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs.
Vodacom eyes bigger stake in Kenya’s $9bn Safaricom
Vodacom’s move to acquire more Safaricom shares could reshape East Africa’s mobile money landscape, giving the South African telco a firmer grip on M-Pesa and expanding its fintech influence across the region.
Naspers-Prosus Tech FoundHER Africa Challenge winners announced
The winning start-ups received over $100 000 and will gain mentorship from experienced investors and entrepreneurs within the Naspers and Prosus ecosystem.
AI start-up Cloud23 expands into Africa
The Johannesburg-based tech advisory firm has expanded operations across 15 African markets in just four years.
Ugandan EV coach to undertake 13 000km trip across Africa
Kiira Motors has launched an expedition across six African countries with its Kayoola electric coach, signalling Uganda’s ambitions to lead the continent’s EV revolution.
Huawei – bridging the digital gap
Huawei's Single SitePower Solution enables cost-saving resilient connectivity for remote communities.
Botswana installs 33k smart meters to combat water loss
The country’s water utility has rolled out the first stage of its IoT-based smart meters in an attempt to reduce near 50% potable water leakage.
Google, AfCFTA offer free AI training for African SMEs
7,500 SMEs are set to receive training on cross-border digital trade, cloud for small businesses and AI.
NLC calls for e-hailing strike action
Nigeria Labour Congress is mobilising largescale protests against Moove, over alleged driver exploitation.
Mauritius hospitality industry soars driving the need for automation
Technology advances are pivotal to overcoming challenges like global competition and for building a more sustainable and inclusive tourism sector, according to Sage Platinum partner, ALNET Technologies.
Powering carriers' leap to intelligence with Huawei Cloud
This week, Huawei Cloud announced the launch of Huawei Cloud Stack 8.6, along with a suite of scenario-specific solutions tailored for carriers in Sub-Saharan Africa.
iColo backs LINX, Asteroid Kenya transition
Asteroid will cease operations in the East African country by the end of 2025, five years after it established its Mombasa and Nairobi interconnection services.