The recent transition to a new US visa appointment and payment scheduling system has generated significant interest among applicants, particularly those in Nigeria. As of August 26, 2024, the new system is fully operational, allowing users to manage their US…
In response to the recent fuel price hike, drivers for ride-hailing companies like Uber and Bolt are increasingly opting to negotiate fares off-app. This shift comes as a direct consequence of the fuel price increase that has significantly impacted the…
Adani Energy Solutions Ltd (AESL), a key player in India’s energy sector and part of the diversified Adani Group, has announced a significant milestone in its renewable energy initiatives. The company has successfully completed the acquisition of the Khavda Phase-IV…
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD (Build Your Dreams) is set to make a significant mark in the Zambian automotive market with the launch of its first showroom in the country on September 5, 2024. This move comes as part of…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has set a final deadline of September 14, 2024, for the mandatory linkage of National Identification Numbers (NINs) with Subscriber Identity Modules (SIMs). After this date, any SIM not linked to a valid NIN will…
Chpter, a Kenyan e-commerce startup founded by the co-founders of the successful YC-backed Marketforce, has successfully raised $1.2 million in a pre-seed funding round. This significant investment will enable Chpter to enhance its technology stack and expand its operations into…
Instagram has officially rolled out a new feature that allows users to add text to your photos and incorporate stickers directly as they post. This exciting new update on Instagram applies to both single-image posts and carousel formats, enhancing the…
Scandium, a software testing startup founded by Abdulazeez Ogunjobi and Sodeeq Elusoji, has achieved an impressive 90% gross profit margin in its first year of operation. The startup, which provides a platform for automated software testing, has already gained traction…
Wasoko and MaxAB have successfully completed their all-stock merger after a four-month delay. This merger, which aims to create a “category king” in the competitive B2B e-commerce sector, combines the strengths of both companies, with Wasoko hailing from Kenya and…
Mark Zuckerberg, the Chairman and CEO of Meta, has publicly acknowledged that his company cooperated with the U.S. government to censor content on its platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Threads. This admission, made in a letter to the Congress…
