UNIDO: ICT key to achieving many of the UN’s 17 SDGs
August 15, 2024
Information and communication technologies (ICTs) can help accelerate progress towards the attainment of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) has said. Speaking at MWC24 Shanghai, Zhao Xiaolei, Head…
Applications are now open for the MultiChoice Talent Factory 2025
August 14, 2024
MultiChoice Talent Factory has announced that it’s once again calling upon all aspiring filmmakers, scriptwriters, producers, and storytellers to apply for entry into the 2025 fully funded academic year. Whether you’re a young professional…
Visa Reports Significant Consumer Spending Boost During Paris 2024 Opening Weekend
August 14, 2024
Visa has released new data revealing initial consumer spending patterns during the opening weekend of the Olympic Games Paris 2024. The world leader in digital payments has identified the positive impact that Paris 2024 is…
6 startups selected to be part of BetaLab’s 12-week pre-incubation program
August 13, 2024
BetaLab, Britam’s innovation hub, has announced the selection of 6 startups to be part of its 12-week pre-incubation program. These startups address challenges in real estate, savings, SME financing, and healthcare. Through the pre-incubation period,…
Africa Tech Festival 2024 Showcases Women Tech and Telecoms Leaders
August 13, 2024
When the 27th edition of Africa Tech Festival kicks off on 12 November at the Cape Town International Convention Centre in South Africa, the spotlight will be on the exceptional women shaping the future of technology…
Safaricom Now has Over 1,000 5G Sites Across all 47 Counties
August 12, 2024
Safaricom was the first telco to launch 5G services in Kenya. Safaricom 5G went live in Kenya back in 2022 and the company has been aggressively expanding availability across the country. Safaricom has today revealed…
I&M Bank Tops Consumer Sentiment on Social Media
August 9, 2024
I&M Bank has been recognized as the number one bank in the Kenya Banking Consumer Sentiment on Social Media Index 2024 powered by Data EQ. This comprehensive analysis of consumer sentiment towards Kenya’s major banks…
EADB Launches A Ksh 892 Million Fund For Kenyan Smes
August 9, 2024
The East African Development Bank (EADB) has unveiled an ambitious program to bolster the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Kenya. In partnership with Sidian Bank, HF Bank, Development Bank of Kenya (DBK),…
Founders Factory Africa Rebrands to 54 Collective
August 9, 2024
Founders Factory Africa has rebranded to 54 Collective. 54 Collective builds on its exceptional track record of investing in and scaling early-stage ventures in Africa. The new name, 54 Collective, reflects the firm’s ambitious pan-African…