Velents.ai, a fast-growing enterprise AI startup, has successfully raised $1.5 million in funding while simultaneously launching Agent.sa, the first fully autonomous Arabic-speaking AI employee purpose-built for organizations across the Middle East and Africa. This breakthrough represents a major leap in the future of digital workforces, demonstrating how artificial intelligence can move from being a support…
Valu, Egypt’s leading financial technology company, has announced the renewal of its strategic collaboration with Amazon Egypt (Amazon.eg), marking a major advancement in digital commerce and consumer financing in the country. This renewed partnership is set to elevate the shopping and payment experience by expanding access to Valu’s innovative financing programs, enabling customers to enjoy…
UNICEF and GSMA have officially launched the Africa Taskforce on Child Online Protection at MWC25 Kigali, marking a major milestone toward safeguarding children in Africa’s growing digital ecosystem. This Taskforce, the first of its kind, has been established as a multi-stakeholder platform that will lead, coordinate, and advance efforts to protect children’s safety and rights…
Standard Chartered Uganda has reached a significant strategic milestone after entering into an agreement to sell its Wealth and Retail Banking business to Absa Bank Uganda. This move forms part of Standard Chartered’s broader global strategy to streamline operations and focus on areas where it delivers the strongest competitive advantage. The agreement, which is subject…
Yaga has secured €4 million in pre Series A funding to accelerate its secondhand fashion marketplace across the Middle East and Africa, marking a significant step in advancing sustainable fashion in high growth markets. Led by Specialist VC with participation from H&M Group Ventures, Trind Ventures, Startup Wise Guys, and key angel investors, this funding…
GOMYCODE, one of Africa’s leading technology training institutions, has partnered with Moroccan startup Chari to strengthen digital skills and accelerate technological innovation across Francophone Africa. Chari, known for its groundbreaking e-commerce and fintech solutions for retailers, joins forces with GOMYCODE to drive inclusive digital growth across the continent. The collaboration forms part of the Talent4Startup…
Orange Group has achieved a historic milestone, surpassing 300 million customers globally, driven primarily by exceptional performance across Africa and the Middle East. In its latest financial results, the region delivered double-digit revenue growth for the 10th consecutive quarter, underscoring its strategic importance in powering Orange’s global expansion. The group added 8.2 million new customers…
GFP International, a US-based non-governmental organization, has officially established its African headquarters in Nairobi, marking a major step toward transforming the continent’s industrial capability and bridging the growing manufacturing skills gap. Led by its Founder and Executive Director, Eng. Michael J. Vallez, the organization is committed to working alongside African governments, educational institutions, and private…
