The Tanzanian government has dealt a significant blow to press freedom in the country, suspending the operations of Mwananchi Communications, a subsidiary of Kenya’s Nation Media...
BasiGo, a leading Kenyan electric bus startup, has secured a significant funding boost of $41.5 million, enabling it to accelerate its mission of electrifying public transportation...
Sam Altman, the CEO and co-founder of OpenAI, recently stepped down from the organization’s safety committee, a body tasked with overseeing the responsible and ethical development...
As we transition into the second half of 2024, Africa’s investment landscape continues to evolve, shaped by a combination of global economic dynamics, regional developments, and...
In a dramatic turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the tech industry and beyond, Pavel Durov, the Russian-born founder of the popular messaging app...
Hohm Energy, a South African climate-tech startup, recently made headlines for all the wrong reasons. Despite raising approximately $12 million in funding over the past two...
In today’s digital age, having an online presence is crucial for individuals and businesses alike. Whether you’re starting a personal blog, launching an e-commerce store, or...
Startup incubators and accelerators are programs that help early-stage companies grow and succeed by providing entrepreneurs with resources, mentorship, funding, and a community of like-minded individuals....
Female startup founders in Africa are transforming the business landscape, driving innovation, and creating jobs in various sectors. However, they face unique challenges that can hinder...
Africa is blessed with innovative startups, with its vast resources, youthful population, and digital growth, presents an unparalleled opportunity for innovative startups. These businesses can address...
The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), Africa’s leading philanthropy empowering young entrepreneurs, has officially announced the opening of applications for the...
Africa’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trade volume, VALR, has officially opened applications for a Country Manager – Kenya, marking a...
Crypto on the Beach is back for its highly anticipated second edition, taking place on Saturday, December 14th, 2025 at...
In one of the most shocking developments in Nigeria’s tech ecosystem, Paystack—a leading fintech giant—suspended its co-founder and Chief Technology...
Cyberchain, Africa’s leading Web3 and digital economy convener, is proud to announce Tokenized Economy 2025, the continent’s premier industry conference...
On July 21, 2025, Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) and AfriLabs, Africa’s largest pan‑African network of innovation hubs, formally signed a...
In July 2025, MTN South Africa’s fintech arm, MTN MoMo, unveiled a landmark initiative: a rent‑to‑own handset program designed to...
Uber Kenya recently introduced a suite of upgraded safety and sustainability tools for its Uber Boda motorcycle taxi service—raising the...
In July 2025, Treepz—formerly known as Plentywaka—became the first African‑founded corporate mobility startup to officially launch operations in Canada, securing...
In late July 2025, Safaricom and PayPal officially launched a strategic partnership that connects M‑PESA, Africa’s leading mobile money platform,...
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has announced the launch of its highly anticipated Global Internship Program for 2025, offering...
The 2025 Google DeepMind AI for Science Scholarships are now available, providing African students with the unique opportunity to pursue...
This call for applications is restricted to trainees who successfully completed the technical and entrepreneurship training under the Youth Employment...
The African Management Institute (AMI), in collaboration with Stanford Seed, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Aspire Business...
THRIVE Academy is an exceptional opportunity for early-stage agrifood tech startups to commercialize their innovations and set the foundation for...
Kenya and Tanzania recently inaugurated a 130 km terrestrial fiber‑optic link connecting Dar es Salaam to Mombasa via the Lunga Lunga/Horohoro border crossing. The...
Kenyan fintech innovator Craft Silicon has unveiled Small Talk, a voice-first generative AI assistant designed for financial services. Launched officially...
In March 2025, Kenyan logistics SaaS startup Leta raised a US $5 million seed round, led by Speedinvest and joined by...
In July 2025, Yango Group—a Dubai‑based global technology company—announced the opening of its new regional African headquarters in Abidjan, Côte...
BasiGo Ltd, a Nairobi-based EV mobility startup founded in 2021, has officially rolled out Kenya’s first-ever electric matatu (minibus) pilot...
