Ghana Startup Network, Arielle for Africa to host “EMPOWER HER” webinar in August. Ghana Startup Network in collaboration with Arielle for Africa(Kenya) is organizing a 3-week part webinar for women entrepreneurs dubbed, “EMPOWER HER” in August. The program aims to empower and equip women entrepreneurs with the industrial knowledge to dominate the African and global entrepreneurial economic landscape. With the mission to
Egyptian startup, Drowzy receives six-figure investment from UAE angel investor Egyptian furniture and home accessories startup, Drowzy has received a raised six-figure (USD) in an investment round from a UAE-based ‘strategic angel investor’. The identity of the angel investor was not disclosed however, the investment would be more than $100k. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Drowzy, Alaa Khalil said, “We’
Facebook rolls out new feature for broadcasting live large video calls Social media Giant, Facebook Inc is rolling out a feature to allow users to broadcast live video call with up to 50 people. According to the company, users can invite people to join “Messenger Rooms”, including those who do not have a Facebook account, for group video calls, and then
Airtel Africa join forces with Mukuru to enable cross border transfer in 12 African countries Airtel Africa has joined forces with Mukuru to enable Mukuru customers to send cross-border transfers directly to Airtel Money customer wallets in 12 African countries. This partnership will benefit customers in making intra-Africa payments from Southern Africa where Mukuru has a leading presence. Also, Customers will not go physically to
Sony Presents its New Remote Earbuds Sony Gadgets has propelled the most recent expansion to its wireless item extend. The new earbuds are supposed to be intended to give the ideal, bother free music listening experience for individuals in a hurry. The earbud’s Bluetooth innovation expels the requirement for wired associations for usability while the
Telkom South Africa upgrades from Copper-based Internet to Fibre technology. Telkom, a South African Telecommunications Company, is upgrading from copper-based internet to new-generation fibre technology. The upgrade applies to all customers living in fibre-ready regions around the country where the current DSL infrastructure overlaps with the Fibre To The Home (FTTH) footprint. Telkom stated that fibre promises a significant improvement
Corpreneur, Nigerian Startup, Would Like To Make Nigerian millennials Save More. Corpreneur, a Nigerian startup is on the verge to make Nigerian millennials have more to spare when it comes to savings. Like other advanced reserve funds stages, Corpreneur amasses reserve funds which it gives to its Speculation Accomplices who contribute at more significant yields. Between 10-12.5% rate of (return
Impact Amplifier partners Google.org to launch $1m Africa Online Safety Fund. South African investment and sustainability advisory firm, Impact Amplifier has partnered Google.org and the UK-based Institute of Strategic Dialogue to launch a US $ 1 million Africa Online Safety Fund. The Africa Online Safety Fund will be giving grants to innovative existing and new solutions that address one or more
Nigerian fintech startup AtaraPay Dispatches Escrow Services. Nigerian fintech startup AtaraPay has propelled its escrow Service in an offer to give a trusted and dependable help that expels financial bottlenecks and resolves issues during exchanges. AtaraPay is a web and versatile instrument that can be utilized by the two merchants and purchasers for insurance during any on
Spotify rolls out video feature for podcasts. Spotify, a music Streaming App is rolling out a video feature for its podcasts allowing select creators to bring both audio and video content unto the platform. The video feature will allow both free and paid users to watch videos from select creators. The video podcasts are available on Spotify’
Nigeria affirms Web fiber augmentation to Northern Nigeria With $328 Million Subsidizing The Nigerian government has affirmed another activity to stretch out fiber foundation to the 19 states in Northern Nigeria. The task has been labeled the National information Correspondences Innovation Foundation backbone, NICTIB II is expected to improve the broadband framework in the Northern pieces of Nigeria. The Overseeing Executive of
Rain, South African network operator rolls out the First Standalone 5G Network in Africa Rain, South African data-only network operator, has rolled-out Africa’s first commercial standalone 5G network which is powered by Huawei. The standalone 5G Network is currently available in the South African city of Cape Town and covers areas such as Sea Point, Claremont, Goodwood, Bellville, Durbanville, and Cape Town City
Uber rolls out intercity bus service in Egypt Ride-hailing and logistics company, Uber has rolled out an intercity bus service in Egypt. The intercity bus service makes Egypt the first country to test for the service to ease traffic across Egypt’s cities. A statement by Uber said, “Built locally, the company chooses Egypt once again to be
Funding VALR, South African cryptocurrency platform, secures $3.4M in Series A round led by 100x Ventures. VALR, a South African cryptocurrency exchange platform, has secured US$3.4 million in a Series A equity round led by 100x Ventures, the investment arm behind cryptocurrency derivatives trading platform BitMEX. Other investors who participated in the round include; 4DiCapital, FNB CEO Michael Jordan and US-based company Bittrex. VALR
Vodacom collaborates with Alipay to build a New Super-App Vodacom has collaborated with Alipay, a member of China’s Alibaba Group to build a super app that allows South Africans to pay bills, send money, shop online via their smartphone According to a joint statement by both companies, the super app will also help small to medium enterprises (SME)
Bolt rolls out a cheaper ride-hailing service in South Africa. Bolt, a Ride-hailing startup, has rolled out a cheaper service in South Africa dubbed, Bolt Go. The new service has already been tried successfully in East London and Port Elizabeth and is now being rolled out to all 35 cities and towns across South Africa. Bolt Go will make use
Funding Giraffe raises funding from Unicef innovation fund. Giraffe, a South African mobile job platform has raised funding from the Unicef innovation fund. Giraffe is a South African mobile job matching platform that allows job seekers to easily create CV through an app for free. Also, the platform allows users to connect with relevant job opportunities available in
Funding IntiGo, a Tunisian ride-hailing startup, secures over $1 M from Capsa Capital Partners IntiGo, a Tunisian ride-hailing, and logistics startup has secured a little over $1 million in fresh funds from local investment firm Capsa Capital Partners. Capsa Capital Partners invested about $710,000 while the rest came from other angel investors. Tunis-based IntiGo is a taxi scooter that offers two-wheelers ride-hailing service
Facebook messenger Expands Screen Sharing to iOS and Android. Facebook Messenger is adding screen sharing to both Messenger Video calls and its video chat platform, Messenger Rooms. The screen sharing feature comes at a time where more people are trying to stay connected more than ever since the COVID-19 pandemic has forced people to stay at home. Screen sharing
Audiomack Music Streaming site grows to Nigeria. Audiomack, worldwide free music gushing stage, has declared its development to Nigeria, explicitly in Lagos. With this impact, three Nigerians that have been in the group were chosen to administer the activities. Adeyemi Adetunji was selected as head tasks and business organizations; Charlotte Bwana on business advancement and media associations
Funding New Venture Capital fund rolls out in South Africa. A new venture capital fund, dubbed Entrepreneurs for Entrepreneurs Africa (E4E) has rolled out in South Africa. E4E is a venture capital fund that focuses on supporting black and female entrepreneurs in early-stage ventures. Also, the venture capital fund will support business models that provide innovative solutions to important sectors
Facebook prepares worldwide dispatch of its TikTok rival. Facebook is preparing to launch Instagram Reels, in its response to TikTok, confronting investigation from Washington over its treatment of client information and in the midst of bigger pressures between the US and China. Surprisingly fast, in excess of 50 different nations as per sources acquainted with the issue were
Syinix rolls out the first android TV in Kenya. Syinix, an electronics company, has rolled out a new range of Android TVs in Kenya known as the “Syinix A20 series TV”. The Syinix A 20 series TVs come as 32”, 43”, 50” and 55” screens with prices relative to the sizing. Syinix will grant 12+12 warranty on new
Zoom Zoom rolls out all-in-one home communications appliance. Video Communications platform, Zoom has rolled out an all-in-one home communications appliance dubbed, Zoom for Home – DTEN ME. The communications appliance is being produced by partner DTEN consisting of a standalone 27-inch screen, a large tablet that has three wide-angle cameras designed for high-resolution video, and 8 microphones. In addition,
Microsoft rolls out Surface Devices in South Africa. Tech Giant, Microsoft has rolled out two of its Surface devices in South Africa which are the Surface Pro 7 and the Surface Laptop 3. The Surface devices will be distributed by Tarsus Technology Group which will be available at Incredible Connection and Vodacom retail stores from July 29, 2020.
