Huawei Plans to Launch a Smart Village in Uganda
Exciting Developments in Uganda’s Digital Infrastructure! President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni recently met with Huawei to discuss the establishment of a pioneering digital prototype village in Uganda.
Payaza Rebrands to Connect African Businesses Globally
Exciting News in the Payment Industry! Payaza, a leading African payment solutions provider, unveils its bold rebranding strategy to propel global expansion and innovation.
Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania Stakeholders Meet for Trade Talks
Exciting News for East Africa’s Business Community! Over 500 delegates from Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania are gearing up for a pivotal event in Naivasha this August 16th, hosted by Business Networking International East Africa.
Amsons Group to Buy Bamburi Cement for KSh23B
Amsons Group, a prominent manufacturing and energy company from Tanzania, is set to acquire up to a 100% stake in Kenya’s Bamburi Cement for $180 million (Sh23.2 billion), marking one of the largest investment deals within the East African Community (EAC). This acquisition, through its Kenyan subsidiary Amsons Industries Limited, underscores Amsons Group’s commitment to expanding its footprint in the East African cement sector and enhancing regional economic integration.
AirAsia X Eyes 156,000 Passengers with Nairobi-Kuala Lumpur Route
AirAsia X, the Malaysian budget carrier, announces its first foray into Africa with direct flights between Nairobi and Kuala Lumpur starting November 15, 2024. The airline will operate four flights weekly, enhancing connectivity between Kenya and Malaysia.
Kenchic Expands into Beef with Kenbeef Launch
Kenchic, renowned for its poultry products, has launched Kenbeef, a new line of premium beef cuts catering to the growing demand for quality beef in Kenya. Jim Tozer, Managing Director of Kenchic, unveiled Kenbeef, featuring premium cuts like ribeye and sirloin, alongside processed items such as sausages, burger patties, and boerewors.
Redington, Vertiv partner for Digital Transformation in Africa
Redington, a leading technology aggregator in emerging markets, has announced a strategic distribution partnership with Vertiv, a global leader in critical digital infrastructure solutions. This collaboration aims to empower channel partners across Africa, leveraging Vertiv’s cutting-edge technology to enhance digital transformation and expand their reseller network.
Broadband Boost Reaches 10 African Countries
The AfricaBBMaps program has unveiled a groundbreaking €15 million funding initiative to enhance broadband mapping systems across eleven African countries from 2024 to 2027. The targeted nations include Malawi, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Kenya, Benin, Botswana, Zambia, Uganda, Burundi, and Zimbabwe. This initiative is set to revolutionize digital infrastructure and connectivity across the continent. Announced…