How to Remove Private Caller ID The caller ID setting on your phone helps you to reveal or hide your identity  when you make… TechCity

Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has unveiled plans for a comprehensive Fast Payment System (FPS), marking a significant advancement in the country’s financial infrastructure. The new system promises instant transaction settlements across banks, fintech companies, and payment service providers. CBK’s initiative addresses long-standing interoperability challenges in Kenya’s payment landscape. The system enables seamless money transfers […] The post CBK Advances Financial Integration with New Payment Infrastructure appeared first on Tech In Africa.

BURN, Kenya’s leading clean cooking appliance manufacturer, has secured a $15 million investment from the European Investment Bank (EIB). The funding targets the distribution of BURN’s ECOA Electric Induction Cooker throughout East Africa. This innovative cooking solution features a three-piece stainless steel cookware set manufactured entirely in Kenya. The EIB investment enables BURN to expand its […] The post Kenyan Manufacturer BURN Advances Electric Cooking Initiative with EIB Backing appeared first on Tech In Africa.

MultiChoice has revealed a substantial R6.9 billion ($390 million) commitment to NBCUniversal’s Peacock platform. The seven-year agreement secures streaming software and services for MultiChoice’s revamped Showmax platform. This information emerged from MultiChoice’s 2024 financial report, though the company notes the final amount may adjust with future developments. The partnership stems from an April 2023 agreement […] The post MultiChoice Strengthens Showmax Platform Through Major Peacock Investment appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Sendstack, a Nigerian logistics technology company, has announced a significant strategic shift in its business operations. The company is discontinuing its original last-mile delivery service, DLVR, to concentrate exclusively on CTRL, its logistics management software designed for corporate clients managing third-party logistics partnerships. The company, established in 2021, initially made its mark by helping Nigerian […] The post Nigerian Tech Company Sendstack Revamps Strategy with Corporate Logistics Management Tool appeared first on Tech In Africa.

When a company moves money to another African country, such as Kenya, additional taxes are imposed on the incoming funds. A single tax system across the region would eliminate further taxation.

Digiata, a prominent financial services technology solutions provider, announces the new appointment of Nemanja “Nem” Stabic as its new Chief Executive Officer for its overall growth strategy. “As the world and business continue to transform digitally, now is the time for us to realize the potential and take our service offering to an entirely new […] The post Prominent Fintech Firm Welcomes New Chief Executive Officer first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

Nigerian Startups Win TotalEnergies Startupper Challenge Three Nigerian startups with innovative solutions addressing problems in Nigeria have emerged as the winners of the TotalEnergies Startupper… TechCity

Colis.ma, a Moroccan cross-border logistics startup, has secured $300,000 in pre-seed funding from Witamax, a privately backed venture capital firm.With the funds, Colis.ma plans to enhance its presence in Morocco’s five largest regions and six European countries while also expanding into Africa, beginning with West Africa. Meanwhile, the startup is planning an upcoming fundraising round […] The post Moroccan logistics startup Colis.ma has raised $300,000 to enhance its presence and expand across Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Google Cloud and Prudential plc (“Prudential”) announced that Prudential is using MedLM, Google’s family of foundation models fine-tuned for healthcare industry use cases, to improve the accuracy and efficiency of medical insurance claim decisions. Prudential is one of the first insurance providers globally to use MedLM, which is typically used by healthcare organizations to build […] The post Google Cloud & Prudential’s Introduce MedLM Initiative first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

What is indigenous African knowledge? Before the coming of Europeans, Africans had a complete way of life. We had ways of farming, medicine, education, security, family life, governance, communication, art, etc. Yes, they could be primitive compared to what colonisers brought to us, but the important thing is that they worked. Even today, there are […]

Starlink has reversed its decision to double its base subscription prices in Nigeria, three weeks after an NCC directive.

Finalists include early-stage startups in healthtech, AI, cleantech, agritech, and logistics, with use cases in their target markets.

The Orion AI Model: OpenAI’s Next Big Release OpenAI is preparing to launch its next breakthrough in AI, the Orion AI model, by December. Unlike previous… TechCity

Yellow Card, Africa’s largest and first licensed stablecoin on/off ramp, has closed a $33 million Series C equity financing round led by Blockchain Capital, with contributions from Polychain Capital, Third Prime Ventures, Castle Island Ventures, Block, Inc., Galaxy Ventures, Blockchain Coinvestors, Hutt Capital, and Winklevoss Capital. This financing represents a major milestone for both Yellow […] The post Yellow Card has raised $33 million in a funding round led by Blockchain Capital to promote stablecoin adoption across Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has introduced new regulations aimed at ensuring the integrity and tax compliance of mobile devices, set to take effect on January 1, 2025. The regulations will affect all stakeholders, including local assemblers, importers, distributors, and mobile network operators, ensuring that only tax-compliant devices can be sold and connected to […] The post High concerns arise as Kenya mandates the registration of mobile phone IMEI numbers as part of its tax compliance measures appeared first on Tech In Africa.

"We are among the first banks to upgrade globally,” Stanbic told TechCabal in a statement. 

Pargo, a South African eCommerce logistics startup, has announced its expansion into Egypt following a successful $4 million funding round. The funding round was led by 3Capital Ventures formerly part of Allan Gray), Endeavor, SAAD Investment Holdings, and UW Ventures.        The startup has launched its collect and return services at over 500 […] The post South Africa’s Pargo expands into Egypt after securing a $4 million funding boost. appeared first on Tech In Africa.

"After multiple misalignments of goals and visions of both parties, I figured that it was time." - Ibrahim Ibitade, cofounder and former CEO, Leatherback

According to this year’s GoDaddy, Global Entrepreneurship Survey, 94% of respondents reported that digitization has already noticeably improved the work processes in their small businesses. GoDaddy shares some ways that AI technology tools can help to drive increased efficiencies for small businesses. AI can be a powerful tool for small businesses, whether they want to streamline […] The post GoDaddy Shares AI Solutions for Small Businesses first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

Risk is an inherent part of both daily life and business strategy. From simple choices like selecting a route to work, to complex corporate decisions like international expansion, risk assessment is vital to informed decision-making. Over decades, research and practice have led to effective frameworks and methodologies for risk management, one of the most distinguished […] The post Elevate Your Career with ISO 31000: A Guide to Becoming a Certified Risk Manager first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

Afstor Oy, a technology developer in renewable energy solutions, is pleased to announce a new leadership team and a strategic business plan to increase its presence in the solar cooking sector. Nina Harjula will take over as CEO, and Kimmo Rauma will serve as the new Chairman of the Board. Harjula comes to Afstor from […] The post Afstor Oy Strengthens Leadership for Renewable Solutions first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

Telkom and the National Research Foundation (NRF) have launched the Future Technologies (FutureTech) program, a new initiative that will co-fund technology research grants as well as postgraduate student and postdoctoral Fellow studies to drive innovation. The program will benefit historically disadvantaged academic institutions The FutureTech initiative will help local institutions conduct research and development on […] The post New FutureTech Program Empowers Postgraduate Studies in Tech first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

In 2023, South Africa saw a 22% increase in cyberattacks. It should therefore come as no surprise that revenue in the local cybersecurity market is projected to reach $628 million by the end of this year. This month, the country is celebrating Cybersecurity Awareness Month providing the ideal opportunity to reflect on how reliable connectivity […] The post How Does Cell-Boosting Technology Benefit SA Businesses? first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

The grand finale of the seventh edition of VerveLife, Africa’s biggest fitness party, is finally here! Powered by Verve, Africa’s leading payments card and token brand, VerveLife 7.0 is set to ignite Lagos with an unforgettable fusion of fitness, fun, and exciting beats! Following a lineup of satellite events across Nigeria, Kenya and Uganda, the […] The post VerveLife 7.0 Grand Finale: Ulisses, King of Squats to Headline Africa’s Biggest Fitness Party! first appeared on BizWatchNigeria.Ng.

TymeBank has partnered with Flash, a South African payment solutions provider, to allow customers to withdraw cash at over 172,000 spaza shops and traders nationwide. This collaboration gives TymeBank the most extensive cash withdrawal network in South Africa as customers can now easily access their money. This partnership not only expands TymeBank’s reach but also […] The post TymeBank’s Flash Partnership: Transforms Cash Withdrawals first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

BasiGo’s capital raise includes $24 million in Series A equity funding and $17.5 million in debt. The Series A equity round was led by Africa50, with co-investment from Novastar Ventures, CFAO Kenya, Mobility54, SBI Investment, Trucks VC, Moxxie Ventures, and the Susquehanna Foundation. The Series A funding fulfills a crucial requirement for unlocking a $10 […] The post BasiGo Raises $42M to Accelerate Public Transport Electrification Across Sub-Saharan Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

A single funding round by Nigerian fintech Waza contributed to the country’s 14% share of the total $56 million raised by African startups in August. This information comes from the latest report by the research firm ‘Africa: The Big Deal,’ which tracks fundraising activities across the continent. In August, Waza, a Y Combinator-backed B2B payment […] The post Nigeria accounted for 14% of the total as African startups raised $56 million in August 2024 appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Google Drive Adds New Fast-Forward and Rewind Feature Google Drive has introduced a new video player that includes fast-forward and rewind Feature, aligning with its Material… TechCity

Binance, a blockchain and cryptocurrency infrastructure provider, is continuing to drive innovation and expand access to cryptocurrency in Africa. Now allowing users in Benin, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Togo, and Senegal to buy cryptocurrency directly via mobile money payments enabled by local partnerships. Samantha Fuller, spokesperson for Binance, says, […] The post Cryptocurrency Mobile Money Integration in 6 African Nations first appeared on IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News.

Since September 2024, at least four Nigerian commercial banks have transitioned to new core banking applications due to costs and the need for customization driving these technological changes. The frustrations of the process—millions of customers unable to access banking services—have been documented, yet little has been mentioned regarding the financial costs associated with these changes. […] The post Nigeria’s largest banks will invest at least ₦82 billion in core banking software. appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Egypt-based VC firm Sawari Ventures is gearing up to launch its second fund, “Sawari Ventures II,” in early 2025, aiming to raise $200 million, according to Launch Base Africa. Sawari Ventures II will build on the success of the firm’s first fund, broadening its reach into new sectors and regions. The new fund will consist […] The post Sawari Ventures plans to support more African startups with a new $200 million fund. appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Nigerian Government Frees Binance Executive Tigran Gambaryan The Nigerian government has ordered the release of Binance executive, Tigran Gambaryan as  all charges against him have… TechCity

The 2024 Microsoft Digital Defense Report has revealed a staggering increase in global cyber attacks, with incidents doubling to 600 million per day, highlighting the escalating threat in the digital landscape. This alarming statistic was disclosed by Mr. Colin Baumgart, Commercial Solution Area Director at Microsoft South Africa, during his presentation at the virtual Microsoft […] The post Global Cyber Attacks Surge to 600 Million Daily, Microsoft Reveals first appeared on BizWatchNigeria.Ng.

Adobe Fresco App Is Now Free Adobe is making a bold move to attract illustrators by offering Adobe Fresco entirely free for everyone. This… TechCity

Apple Vision Pro Headset Production Plans Scaled Back Recent developments show that Apple Vision Pro headset production plans have been significantly scaled back. A new report… TechCity