Bokra, a flourishing entity amongst Egypt’s fintech players, has managed to secure an important $4.6 million pre-seed round. This influx of cash will push the company’s ambitious intentions of transforming wealth management within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)…
The results of the 2024 CBSE Class 10th and 12th examinations, so eagerly waited for by thousands of pupils, will soon be announced. By announcing the results in the first week of May, the Central Board of Secondary Education will…
The brightest technology minds on the continent are getting ready to shine at VivaTech, the organization behind the prestigious AfricaTech Awards. They have just announced the 45 startups that have made it to the shortlist for the 2024 edition. This…
Kenya is leading the way in technological innovation in Africa and is now taking steps to regulate the growing crypto market. This proactive move is aimed at creating a safe and transparent space for businesses and individuals entering the world…
The long-awaited Connected Africa Summit 2024 kicked off today in Nairobi, Kenya, uniting a diverse group of stakeholders committed to shaping the digital future of the continent. This prestigious event, centered around the theme “Shaping the Future of a Connected…
Nigeria has made significant progress in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) by introducing its first multilingual Large Language Model (LLM). The announcement was made on April 19th by Communications Minister Dr. Bosun Tijani, signaling a crucial milestone in Nigeria’s…
First Bank of Nigeria, a major financial institution in the country, has named Olusegun Alebiosu as its Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) following the departure of the previous CEO, Adeduntan. Alebiosu, who has been with the bank for more than…
Telegram, the secure messaging app known for its emphasis on privacy and security, is quickly approaching a major milestone: one billion active users. This rapid growth marks a significant shift in the messaging landscape, as Telegram emerges as a strong…
The JAMB UTME exams are starting today, April 19th, and will continue until April 29th, 2024. For many Nigerian students, these exams are a significant milestone on their path to higher education. JAMB has provided essential details to help students…
Kenyan startup MarketForce made a surprising announcement, revealing the closure of its flagship B2B eCommerce platform, RejaReja. This decision coincides with the launch of their new venture, Chpter, focusing on the growing trend of social commerce. Co-founder Tesh Mbaabu disclosed…
