Truecaller has taken a bold step forward in its mission to make communication safer by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its global caller ID service. This new feature goes beyond simply identifying who is calling by offering deeper contextual insights into incoming calls, empowering users with more information before answering. By adding AI summaries of…
NTT DATA has announced the appointment of Jafar Kuruniyan as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, marking an important leadership transition within the company. He succeeds Barry Curtin, who steps down after 16 years of service with the NTT Group, including 12 impactful years as MEA CFO….
Dr. Sidi Ould Tah has officially been sworn in as the ninth President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), succeeding Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, who has completed two transformative terms at the helm of the institution. His election on May 29, 2025, with more than 76% of shareholder votes, marks the highest margin ever…
GCB Bank has taken a bold step in positioning itself as a key enabler of Ghana’s creative economy by engaging TikTok and government officials to explore a reliable and comprehensive payment solution for local content creators. A delegation from the bank, led by Chief of Staff Mr. Abraham Ferguson, met with Hon. Samuel Nartey George,…
For the first time in history, Huawei has overtaken Apple in global smartwatch shipments, marking a defining shift in the wearables industry. This milestone comes as the global smartwatch market rebounded in the second quarter of 2025, recording an 8% year-on-year increase after five consecutive quarters of decline. The development reflects changing consumer dynamics, increasing…
MTN Côte d’Ivoire has officially launched a four-month celebration to mark its 20th anniversary, commemorating two decades of growth, innovation, and service in one of West Africa’s most dynamic markets. Since its establishment in 2005, the company has grown into the nation’s largest mobile operator, serving over 16 million subscribers and 4.9 million active MoMo…
Paratus Group has made history by launching Namibia’s first private mobile network, introducing LTE and 5G technologies as part of its 20th anniversary in the country. This milestone positions Paratus as a formidable challenger to state-owned operators that have traditionally dominated the Namibian telecoms market. It also reflects the company’s consistent commitment to innovation and…
Nigeria is taking a bold step in the application of artificial intelligence by using it not only as a driver for economic growth but also as a powerful tool to preserve its indigenous languages. At GITEX Nigeria in Abuja, the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, emphasized that the country’s AI efforts…
