New Digital Trade Hub to boost Zambian businesses online
March 28, 2024
Small businesses in Livingstone, the country’s top tourism destination, can now benefit from the ITC ecomConnect Learning Programme’s suite of digital tools and training. The programme, a collaboration between the International Trade Centre (ITC) and…
Dimension Data to rebrand to NTT DATA in Kenya
March 28, 2024
Dimension Data is set to rebrand to NTT Data effective this April, following regulatory approval by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA). The transition is expected to usher in a new era for the company,…
Check Point Partners With Microsoft to Enhance Infinity AI Copilot with Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service
March 27, 2024
Check Point has announced a collaboration with Microsoft that utilises the Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service to enhance Check Point Infinity AI Copilot, marking a significant advancement in cyber security AI applications. Infinity AI Copilot is…
DStv Set to Raise its Monthly Subscription Fees Again
March 27, 2024
DStv is about to adjust its monthly subscription fees yet again. This is expected to affect all packages and will take effect in April. This annual price hike by DStv will push the most expensive…
ICANN Opens Application Cycle for Global Grant Program
March 27, 2024
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) announced today that the application window for the first cycle of the ICANN Grant Program is officially open. This initial phase of the global program will include the…
Coronation Group, Access Holdings Plc, Safaricom and M-PESA Africa Partner to Explore Remittances
March 27, 2024
A new collaboration aimed at broadening access to remittances across Africa has been forged among Coronation Group, Access Holdings Plc, Safaricom Plc and M-PESA Africa (the parties) as the parties come together in a strategic…
Visa and Absa Partner to Launch Corporate Card Solution for Members of Kenya Association of Travel Agents
March 27, 2024
Absa has partnered with Visa to introduce a new Corporate Card solution for members affiliated with the Kenya Association of Travel Agents (KATA). This will allow them to enjoy the benefits of automation, flexibility and…
BasiGo Secures $3 Million Equity Investment from CFAO Group
March 26, 2024
BasiGo today announced it has secured a $3 Million equity investment from CFAO Kenya and Mobility 54. CFAO is Africa’s largest automotive distributor network operating in 40 countries across the continent. It is a subsidiary…
Koa Academy Secures $50,000 Investment After Winning the MEST Africa Challenge 2023
March 26, 2024
Summary MEST Africa has announced Koa Academy as the grand prize winner of the 2023 MEST Africa Challenge (MAC), securing a $50,000 equity investment after a competitive pitch battle among Africa’s tech innovators. Koa Academy…