New Africa Technology (NAT), a leading fintech startup based in Senegal, has partnered with MasterCard to launch an innovative virtual and physical prepaid card for users of its digital wallet service, Flash. This strategic collaboration aims to transform the payment landscape across Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, and Benin, providing users with a seamless and secure way to manage their finances.
Check Point Software Technologies has announced the appointment of Lorna Hardie as its new Regional Director for Africa. A former VMware executive, Hardie brings over 20 years of experience in the IT industry to Check Point, having held leadership roles in pan-African sales, business unit management, and regional leadership. Her track record includes leading multimillion-dollar businesses across 33 Sub-Saharan African countries and successfully managing several mergers and acquisitions.
Sim Tshabalala, Group Chief Executive, has been named the Business Leader of the Year at the prestigious Sunday Times Top 100 Companies Awards for 2024. This esteemed recognition comes from the CEOs of the Sunday Times Top 100 Companies, highlighting Sim’s exceptional leadership and contribution to the business community. It is a well-deserved honor that acknowledges his unwavering commitment to driving growth and excellence in the business world.
PalmPay, a leading pan-African fintech operating in Nigeria, Ghana, and Egypt, has announced the appointment of Femi Hanson as the new head of marketing and public relations for its Nigerian subsidiary. With five years of fintech marketing experience and a proven track record from leading marketing teams at OPay and Moni, Hanson brings deep expertise in driving impactful campaigns in Nigeria’s fast-growing digital economy.
Raknida, the art-tech platform, is breaking boundaries with its innovative approach to making art more accessible globally. In a bold move, the company announced the launch of its art-streaming platform, a first-of-its-kind concept that allows users to stream art just as they stream music. This revolutionary platform aims to democratize art, empowering underrepresented artists from around the world by bringing their creations to a broader audience.
MTN Congo has officially launched 5G, positioning the Republic of Congo as the fifth African country in MTN Group’s rollout of ultra-fast broadband technology. This landmark achievement was celebrated at a high-profile ceremony presided over by President Denis Sassou N’guesso, alongside MTN Group Senior Vice President Ebenezer Twum Asante and MTN Congo-Brazzaville CEO Mohammed Rufai. The event underscores MTN’s commitment to driving digital transformation across its markets.
Belva Digital has been awarded the prestigious MarTech Provider of the Year at the 13th edition of the Marketing World Awards (MWA). This recognition, which celebrates brands and personalities revolutionizing Africa’s marketing-tech space, underscores Belva Digital’s unwavering commitment to delivering innovative marketing solutions that drive measurable impact for businesses across the continent.
Airtel Nigeria has partnered with Mobihealth International to revolutionize healthcare access for millions of Nigerians, especially those in underserved and remote communities. This collaboration combines Airtel’s extensive network infrastructure with Mobihealth’s telehealth platform to break down barriers to quality healthcare. The partnership was officially finalized at Airtel Nigeria’s headquarters in Lagos, underscoring its commitment to leveraging digital technology for societal impact.
