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The imperative shift: Why cyber security has become essential today
Selva Ganesh, Vice President and CEO of In2IT, cautioned delegates at his company's second annual CIO Cybersecurity Roundtable debate last week, which was organised in collaboration with the Gauteng Department of e-Government, Huawei, and Forescout.
Nov 4, 20253 min read


Unlocking global payments: Afriex, Visa join forces for Instant transactions
The partnership between Afriex, a worldwide fintech platform, and Visa, a global digital payment provider, is expected to improve cross-border payments.
Nov 2, 20251 min read


Standard Bank paves the way for South Africa's SMEs at the Future Trust Summit
South Africa's most promising entrepreneurs will gather in Johannesburg next month to compete for millions of dollars in business investment at the 2025 South African Future Trust Summit
Nov 1, 20252 min read


Tanzania faces internet blackout amid escalating election tensions
Internet connectivity has been a mirage for Tanzanian citizens, as the government shuts down networks, including social media, under restrictions that began during the country's disputed general elections.
Oct 31, 20251 min read


Vodacom Lesotho celebrates first software factory graduates
Vodacom Lesotho has celebrated the graduation of its first Software Factory Hub cohort, marking a new chapter in Lesotho’s digital economy.
Oct 31, 20252 min read


Angola partners SES Satellites to power Africa’s space future
GGPEN has signed a landmark MoU with SES Satellites to boost Angola’s space capabilities and expand the reach of its ANGOSAT-2 and Connecta Angola initiatives. The partnership aims to deepen digital inclusion, enhance technical training and extend high-speed satellite connectivity across Africa.
Oct 31, 20252 min read


How Empire Partner Foundation is pioneering new era of innovative altruism
The annual EPF Tech Awards recognise and celebrate technology's ability to drive social impact and inclusive innovation throughout Africa.
Oct 30, 20253 min read


Unleashing the power of collaboration to combat today's cyber security challenges
The roundtable, titled "Secure the World," will take place at Emoyeni Estate in Parktown, South Africa, and will bring together senior CIOs, technology strategists, and security specialists to discuss how collaboration and innovation can safeguard South Africa's digital future.
Oct 29, 20252 min read


Airtel Money Uganda's easy float achieves impressive $267000 on launch day
Airtel Money Uganda has launched Easy Float, a groundbreaking service giving agents instant access to working capital. With $267 000 (UGX 1 billion) in loans taken on day one, the partnership with FINCA and Kuunda marks a major milestone in Uganda’s fintech ecosystem and the fight for broader financial inclusion
Oct 29, 20252 min read


Kenya embraces smart locks to combat exam cheating
After years of exam paper theft and leaks, the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has introduced smart digital locks that transmit real-time alerts to curb cheating and strengthen exam integrity.
Oct 28, 20252 min read


Thabo Mbeki's new podcast: A catalyst for transforming African thought
The Thabo Mbeki Foundation has unveiled its African Renaissance Podcast, an incisive new platform hosted by Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi to drive conversations on Africa’s renewal. Launching on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts, the weekly show will feature Mbeki and other thought leaders.
Oct 28, 20252 min read


Tanzania's National Health Portal: A Leap Towards Better Health Data Access
The redesigned site offers a centralised, user-friendly space for accessing routine health data, surveys, reports, and theme insights.
Oct 27, 20252 min read


Citi, Coinbase join forces to transform digital asset payment landscape
Citi and Coinbase are collaborating to develop digital asset payment capabilities for institutional clients.
Oct 27, 20252 min read


Mastercard launches innovative threat intelligence solution to combat payment fraud
The solution brings together Mastercard’s payment fraud insights with threat intelligence from Recorded Future to enable cybersecurity and fraud teams to reduce risk and enhance operational resilience.
Oct 27, 20253 min read


Ralph Mupita champions $30 smartphone initiative to empower millions in Africa
MTN CEO Ralph Mupita has hailed the GSMA’s new affordable smartphone initiative as a “game changer” for Africa, urging governments and OEMs to make 4G devices accessible to all. The digital leap could bring tens of millions of Africans online and accelerate the continent’s digital economy. By Nhlanhla Muthe , Senior Writer MTN Group President and CEO Ralph Mupita (right) has called for Africa’s $30 smartphone revolution to be a catalyst in closing the continent’s digital divi
Oct 24, 20252 min read


Rochelle Knock takes the helm of Disney operations in Sub-Saharan Africa
The Walt Disney Company has appointed Rochelle Knock as Vice President, Disney+ & Networks and Country Head for Sub-Saharan Africa. With a track record at Yoco, MultiChoice, and Vodacom, Knock is expected to drive Disney’s digital growth and deepen its storytelling reach across the continent.
Oct 24, 20252 min read


The AI awakening revolutionising innovation in telecommunications
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is disrupting the status quo in telecommunications. As major global innovators push the boundaries of AI development, telecom companies have an opportunity to leverage these capabilities and deliver groundbreaking services that redefine the Customer Experience (CX) and transform their entire business . By Mirza Bukva, Head of Telecom Partnerships Africa at Infobip The rapid evolution of AI is ushering in a new era of opportunity for telecommunicat
Oct 22, 20255 min read


Mobile operators push for greater access to smartphones in Africa
By Dumisani Sigogo The initiative, which is part of the GSMA Handset Affordability Coalition, aims to advance digital inclusion across the continent by lowering the cost of smartphone ownership. A new industry-wide initiative has been unveiled today in Rwanda aiming to boost digital inclusion by lowering barriers to smartphone ownership in Africa The industry body of telcos, the GSMA, in collaboration with six of Africa’s largest mobile operators – Airtel, Axian Telecom, Ethi
Oct 21, 20252 min read


Overcoming roadblocks to ignite Africa's digital revolution
Vivek Badrinath, Director General of the GSMA, in his opening speech at GSMA MWC25 Kigali today.
Oct 21, 20252 min read


Latitude59: How Tallinn's start-up ecosystem is inspiring innovation in Cape Town
Latitude59 is widely regarded as one of Europe's most influential start-up and technology events, attracting thousands of innovators, investors, and policymakers each year to discuss digital transformation, sustainable technology, and global collaboration.
Oct 21, 20251 min read
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