Bayobab, the digital infrastructure subsidiary of MTN Group, has entered a strategic partnership with US-based Seekr Technologies to accelerate the adoption of Artificial Intelligence-as-a-Service (AIaaS) across Africa. This collaboration aims to empower both public and private sector institutions with scalable, trustworthy AI solutions tailored to address digital governance, citizen engagement, public safety, and enterprise innovation….
Madica has taken a strategic leap in advancing Africa’s innovation landscape through its latest investment in two AI-powered startups from North Africa, expanding its mission to foster inclusive growth within underserved tech ecosystems. The selected startups, Anavid from Tunisia and Hypeo AI from Morocco, will receive up to $200,000 in funding and enter Madica’s intensive…
Pick n Pay has appointed Kerry Janse van Rensburg as its new Head of Digital Operations, marking a pivotal step in the retailer’s next phase of digital transformation. Her appointment underscores Pick n Pay’s commitment to redefining how customers interact with the brand—both in-store and online—by creating a unified, data-driven, and customer-centric digital ecosystem. Kerry’s…
FNB and RMB Private Bank have introduced Swoo Pay, a new digital wallet option designed for Huawei and Android device users, expanding access to safe and seamless contactless payments. The launch marks a significant step in ensuring inclusivity for customers whose devices run on HarmonyOS or AndroidOS without Google Services. Through this partnership, users can…
After four years in corporate communications, Nigerian creative Sunkanmi Akinboye made a bold move that would redefine his career and contribute to Africa’s growing animation industry. Leaving behind his 9–5 role at an accounting firm, he decided to pursue his lifelong passion for comics and digital storytelling full-time—a decision that would eventually lead his work…
Africa’s digital revolution will take centre stage later this month in Rwanda as President Paul Kagame officially opens MWC25 Kigali on October 21. This marks the third consecutive year that President Kagame inaugurates the GSMA-led summit—one of the continent’s most influential technology and innovation gatherings. Hosted at the Kigali Convention Centre, the event will convene…
Apple may be preparing for one of its most significant leadership transitions in years, with reports indicating that John Ternus, the company’s Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, is the leading contender to succeed Tim Cook as Chief Executive Officer. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the succession plan could signal a new era for Apple,…
PayTabs Egypt and Valu have joined forces in a strategic partnership to accelerate Egypt’s digital payment transformation through the launch of the Valu Merchant App. The app introduces a smart, contactless payment experience, empowering merchants to accept digital payments directly from their smartphones without the need for traditional point-of-sale (POS) hardware. This marks a major…
