India’s Bharti airtel has surpassed 650 million customers, becoming the world’s second-largest mobile operator by subscriber base, according to GSMA Intelligence. The milestone reflects the company’s growing scale across India and Africa, two of the fastest-growing telecom markets globally, with over 368 million users in India and 179 million across 14 African countries. This achievement…
Google, in partnership with UpSkill Universe, has launched the redesigned 2026 Hustle Academy, an AI-focused initiative aimed at individuals across Sub-Saharan Africa. The programme expands beyond its previous focus on small and medium-sized enterprises, opening opportunities for students, employees, and job seekers to acquire practical artificial intelligence skills. This redesign reflects a strategic effort to…
Liquid C2 has officially launched Africa’s first Google Cloud-powered Partner Experience Centre in Johannesburg, marking a significant milestone for cloud adoption and enterprise innovation on the continent. The centre is designed to provide partners and resellers with an immersive environment to create, experiment with, and implement solutions tailored specifically for the African market, moving beyond…
Nutanix has unveiled significant enhancements to its Elevate Service Provider Program, introducing new multitenant cloud capabilities through the Nutanix Service Provider Central platform. These updates are designed to help partners scale their operations, differentiate their offerings, and deliver enterprise-grade Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) solutions to their customers. The initiative reflects Nutanix’s commitment to empowering…
Verto has launched a new solution under Verto Business Accounts, designed to empower US-registered businesses with operations in Africa. The initiative allows companies to open USD accounts in their own business name, providing a seamless way to move money between the United States and African markets. This addresses a critical need for businesses facing banking…
Madica, an early-stage investment program, has invested a total of $600,000 across three African startups—Kilimo Fresh Foods Africa Inc., Hakimu, and Biovana—as part of its mission to support underrepresented founders on the continent. Each startup will receive up to $200,000 in pre-seed funding and will participate in Madica’s 18-month support program, which includes mentorship, executive…
