15 Digital Innovation Hubs Selected Under DigiKen Initiative
February 14, 2025
Kenya is taking bold steps to secure its place at the forefront of the digital transformation with the selection of 15 Digital Innovation Hubs (DiHs) under UN Joint SDG Fund Programme DigiKen (Digital Platforms Kenya)….
Ethio Telecom Unveils EV Charging Station in Addis Ababa
February 14, 2025
Ethio telecom has unveiled its newly built EV charging station in Addis Ababa. The telco says this initiative aligns with its vision as a leading digital solutions provider and its slogan, “Bringing New Possibilities.” The…
Live the love, frame the moment: 4 perfect Canon gifts to capture Valentine's Day memories
February 14, 2025
Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating love in its many forms. This could be with a partner or loved one, friends or family, or even taking time for self-love. This year, why not look beyond…
dLocal Partners with AZA Finance to Expand Cross-Border Payment Solutions Across Africa
February 13, 2025
dLocal, the cross-border payment platform, has announced a new partnership with AZA Finance to expand the service offering capabilities of both partners through mutual cross-selling. AZA Finance specializes in payments and foreign exchange in Africa…
Airtel Kenya Launches Airtel Lite, a Zero-Data Progressive Web App for Self-Care Services
February 13, 2025
Airtel Kenya has announced the launch of Airtel Lite, a new Progressive Web App (PWA) designed to offer a lighter, faster, and more accessible selfcare experience. With capabilities similar to the My Airtel self-care app,…
Madica Announces Investments in Four African Tech Startups
February 13, 2025
Madica has announced its latest round of investments in four tech-enabled startups which include Medikea, Motherbeing, Pixii Motors and ToumAI. Each startup has received an investment of up to $200,000 and will participate in Madica’s comprehensive investment program. This includes…
Equity Bank Cuts Interest Rates After CBK Rate Cut
February 13, 2025
Equity Bank has announced reduction in interest rates on all new and existing Kenya Shilling-denominated credit facilities, effective February 13th, 2025, for new loans and from 1st of March for existing loans. This follows the recent…
Binance highlights the power of Cross-Border payments this Valentine’s Day
February 13, 2025
Love knows no borders, and neither does cryptocurrency. As Valentine’s Day approaches, Binance, the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem and digital asset exchange, is celebrating the role of crypto in fostering seamless cross-border connections, ensuring that…
Fincra Appoints Emmanuel Babalola as Chief Commercial & Growth Officer
February 13, 2025
Fincra has announced the appointment of Emmanuel Babalola, also known as Babz, as its new Chief Commercial and Growth Officer. Babz joins us with lots of experience and success in the African fintech industry, having…