Microsoft has appointed Lillian Barnard as Chief of Enterprise Partner Solutions, Microsoft Middle East and Africa (MEA), marking a significant step in the company’s leadership strategy for the region. This new role highlights Microsoft’s ongoing dedication to empowering people, organizations,…
Bitcoin soars past $112K, smashing previous records and sending waves through the financial world. On July 9, 2025, Bitcoin (BTC) hit over $112,152, as reported by major exchanges like Binance and Coinbase, beating its earlier high of $111,980 set in…
Temu has launched a local warehouse in South Africa, marking a significant step in its expansion within the country and improving the shopping experience for South African consumers. This new local warehouse allows Temu to offer much faster delivery times,…
UpSkill Universe, a leading digital skills training provider, has just announced the launch of its new Skills for Business programme to empower SMEs in Africa. This initiative is set to make a big difference for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs)…
Two promoters of the defunct forex Ponzi scheme, Omegapro, now face serious charges for a $650m scam. Michael Shannon Sims, 48, and Juan Carlos Reynoso, 57, are accused of running a global cryptocurrency investment fraud that tricked thousands of people…
South African fintech startup Stitch buys Efficacy Payments, a licensed digital payments company. This acquisition is Stitch’s second major purchase in just six months and is set to deepen its card services in the country. By buying Efficacy Payments, Stitch…
Acer has launched new portable USB-C monitors in South Africa, bringing a new level of flexibility and convenience to anyone who needs a reliable screen on the go. Acer Africa announced the highly anticipated launch of two ultra-portable USB-C-powered monitors,…
Nigerian cryptocurrency company Roqqu buys Kenya’s Flitaa, a move that signals a new wave of Nigerian startups eyeing East Africa for business growth. This acquisition is a big step for Roqqu, as it marks the company’s first entrance into the…
More than 18,000 Nigerians have stopped using their Internet service providers (ISPs) in the last six months, as rising costs and poor service quality cause many to cancel their subscriptions. This sharp drop in customers highlights growing challenges for ISPs…
Nigeria’s Bamboo, an investment platform that helps Africans build wealth by investing in global markets, has officially launched in South Africa. This move marks a big step for the company, as Bamboo launches in South Africa to give more people…
