The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially released the payment schedule for the 2024/2025 financial year, detailing specific dates for beneficiaries of various SASSA grants. As many South Africans rely on these grants for their daily needs, understanding…
Qualcomm Technologies has unveiled the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 Mobile Platform, a groundbreaking chipset designed to integrate AI and premium features into mid-range smartphones. This new platform aims to democratize access to advanced mobile technology, building on the success of…
MTN Group, the South African-owned multinational corporation and mobile telecom provider, has reported its first loss since 2016, largely due to the sharp devaluation of the Nigerian naira. The company announced a loss of R7.39 billion ($414.7 million) for the…
Waza, a Y Combinator-backed B2B payment and liquidity provider, has secured a significant cash boost of $8 million through a combination of $3 million in seed equity and $5 million in debt funding. This funding is poised to facilitate the…
Airtel Kenya has implemented restrictions on its My Airtel App, preventing access for those who have Developer Options enabled on their devices. This decision has raised eyebrows among users who rely on the app for various services, including mobile money…
Nigeria’s Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) is set to introduce new tax laws in September. These laws come on the heels of the implementation of a 7.5% value-added tax (VAT) on all cryptocurrency transactions, which began in June. As the…
The Efficiency for Access Research and Development Fund has announced a $1.7 million funding initiative aimed at supporting innovators who are developing clean energy technologies for the agricultural sector. This funding, backed by IKEA and other partners, is set to…
Apple has found itself entangled in a contentious dispute with Chinese tech giants, particularly Tencent, the parent company of WeChat. The ongoing conflict centers around Apple’s recent demands that threaten to disrupt its relationship with one of the largest markets…
Fez Delivery, a global leader in last-mile delivery solutions, has announced its official sponsorship of the Naija Brand Chick (NBC) African Fair London 2024. As the exclusive delivery partner for this prestigious event, Fez Delivery will provide seamless logistics support…
Jumia Technologies AG has successfully raised $99.6 million through the sale of 20 million ordinary shares. This secondary transaction, which was announced just ten days prior, has garnered attention as Jumia continues to navigate the competitive e-commerce market. The average…
