Category: Tech

Cassava Technologies, a leading pan-African technology holding company, has entered into a strategic partnership with Egypt’s eFinance Investment Group to accelerate the adoption of digital solutions in Egypt and the broader MENA region. The partnership, announced during the 28th Cairo ICT Exhibition and Conference, highlights the shared commitment of both organizations to advancing digital transformation and economic growth in the region.

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.

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.

MTN, Africa’s largest telecom operator, has partnered with sports technology firm Telecoming to launch MTN Cloudplay in South Africa. This groundbreaking cloud gaming service offers subscribers access to over 340 high-quality games from 50 renowned publishers, providing a seamless and immersive gaming experience. With no need for downloads or high-end consoles, MTN Cloudplay is set to revolutionize how gamers access and enjoy their favorite titles.