Airtel Gabon and Moov Africa-Gabon Télécom, two of the country’s largest telecom operators, have taken a significant step forward by signing a memorandum of understanding to share network infrastructure. The agreement, announced by Gabon’s Ministry of Digital Economy, Digitalisation and Innovation, marks a major milestone in the nation’s journey to strengthen its digital ecosystem and…
The Democratic Republic of Congo is stepping into a new digital era as Visa and Onafriq, Africa’s largest payments network, join forces to launch Visa Pay. This strategic partnership introduces a seamless platform that links Visa cards with mobile money wallets, transforming how millions of Congolese access and use financial services. For a market already…
Paratus Group has taken a major step in transforming East Africa’s connectivity landscape through its strategic expansion across Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, and Tanzania. This move goes beyond the installation of fiber cables—it represents a deliberate effort to link communities, businesses, and entire economies to reliable, high-speed internet services that are essential in today’s digital-driven world….
Bolt has announced the appointment of Milu Kipimo as Country Manager for South Africa, bringing his extensive experience from East and North Africa to lead Bolt Business operations in the region. Previously serving as Senior Country Manager for Tanzania, Tunisia, and Ghana, Milu has over five years of business leadership experience, spanning mass media and…
Apple’s event of September 9, 2025, delivered one of the company’s most comprehensive ecosystem-focused announcements in years. Rather than spotlighting a single device, Apple highlighted three major themes: artificial intelligence built directly into devices, a redefined iPhone lineup, and more durable hardware designed to last longer. This marks a significant step in Apple’s strategy to…
Ethiopia has officially inaugurated the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), a monumental US$4.2 billion project that now stands as Africa’s largest hydroelectric plant. This milestone represents a historic achievement for the nation as it pursues energy independence and strengthens its role as a regional power supplier. For Ethiopia, the completion of the dam is not…
Apple is preparing for one of its most significant updates to Siri since the voice assistant’s launch in 2011. According to Bloomberg, the company is working on an AI-powered overhaul set for release in spring 2026. At the heart of this transformation is a new feature internally known as World Knowledge Answers, designed to deliver…
Spotify has rolled out a new feature called Smart Filters, giving users more ways to personalize their listening experience. This feature allows Premium subscribers to filter their libraries by activity, mood, or genre, ensuring that playlists, podcasts, and audiobooks align with what they want to hear in the moment. With Smart Filters, users can even…
