Spotify Expands Global Ad Partnership with Aleph to 80+ Markets
May 21, 2025
Aleph and Spotify have announced an expanded partnership that makes Aleph Spotify’s advertising sales partner in 80+ markets, providing access to 20,000+ advertisers. Spotify Advertising has been modernising its ad tech, strengthening its partnerships and…
Vertiv Prepares to Power AI Data Centres with 800V DC Infrastructure
May 21, 2025
Vertiv has announced its strategic alignment with NVIDIA’s AI roadmap. Vertiv will introduce its 800V Direct Current (DC) power portfolio in the second half of 2026. This move is aimed at supporting the next generation…
Kenya Partners with Veridos to Launch New Generation of ePassports
May 21, 2025
The Government of Kenya has partnered with Veridos to roll out a new generation of ePassports. This will hopefully speed up issuance times and incorporate advanced security features and design elements that reflect Kenya’s cultural…
Kaspersky Appoints Chris Norton to Lead Sub-Saharan Africa Expansion
May 21, 2025
Kaspersky has appointed Chris Norton as its new General Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa. With over three decades of IT industry experience, Norton is to drive Kaspersky’s expansion across the continent. This appointment underscores Africa’s importance…
Airtel Increases 5G Home Internet Speeds by Up to 50% Without Raising Prices
May 20, 2025
Airtel Kenya has quietly upgraded its 5G Smart Connect home internet plans. These 5G unlimited speeds can be accessed through the Airtel 5G router. The move comes as the demand for reliable and affordable home…
Jasiri Growth Accelerator Opens Applications for Kenyan and Rwandan Startups
May 20, 2025
Jasiri Growth Accelerator is inviting founders in Kenya and Rwanda to its accelerator program. This is designed for early-stage startups. It offers a blend of strategic support and funding, up to $75,000 per venture. The…
Sylndr Raises $15.7 Million Series A to Transform Egypt’s Used Car Market
May 20, 2025
Egyptian mobility startup Sylndr has announced the close of $15.7 million Series A funding round. This round was led by Development Partners International (DPI) Venture Capital via the Nclude Fund. It also saw the participation…
Equity Group Named a Superbrand Once Again
May 20, 2025
Equity Group has been named the prestigious Superbrand title for the fourth time. The Superbrands designation is now in its ninth edition and celebrates organizations that exemplify quality, reliability, and distinction. “We are honored to…
Cassava Technologies and Sand Technologies Partner to Expand AI Solutions Across Africa
May 20, 2025
Cassava Technologies has announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sand Technologies, a leading global enterprise AI solutions company and a key player in Africa’s emerging artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem. The…