Tag: Africa
10 Africa Startups shortlisted for Qualcomm’s “Make in Africa 2024” programme
Qualcomm Incorporated today announced the shortlisted for 10 Africa startups for Qualcomm "Make in Africa" 2024, as well as the winner of the 2023...
Flutterwave named ‘Most Innovative Company’ in Europe, Middle East, Africa
Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, has been ranked No. 1 in Fast Company’s Most Innovative Company for Europe, Middle East, and Africa 2024,...
Microsoft expects full Africa cable break mitigation soon
Microsoft services, which were severely impacted by interruptions to four subsea cable systems in West Africa on Thursday, should be back to 100% working...
Telecoms specialists complete epic cross-Africa road trip
A team of telecommunications specialists from Cellusys, a telecoms cyber security and consulting company based in London, has successfully completed an epic, five-year journey...
Absa says time is ripe for Africa fintech listings
Banking group Absa said the time is ripe for African fintech firms to consider public listings at home, as start-ups on the continent struggle...
Top 10 telcos in Africa
In recent years, the African mobile telecommunications sector has witnessed significant expansion, serving as a vital communication link for millions across the continent. As...
Visa seeks 20 startups for Africa fintech acceleration program
Visa, a global payments technology company, is now accepting applications for its Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator program specifically for startups in Africa and will...
Visa launches African fintech startup accelerator programme
Visa is launching a fintech accelerator programme for African startups as part of its recent $1 billion pledge to accelerate the deployment of digital...
Netflix expands operations in Africa
Global streaming giant, Netflix has announced plans to increase its presence in Africa, following the success of its local content production ventures in the...
Bolt to invest $350 million in Africa
Multinational ride-hailing company Bolt has announced its intentions to invest €500 million ($530 million) in Africa over the next two years.
This investment, according to...