News, Stories, Events, & Trends that shape the Eastern African region
In a historic moment for African football, FIFA President Gianni Infantino attended the African League Football (AFL) opening ceremony in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The AFL is poised to redefine club football on the continent, focusing on elevating the sport’s quality and boosting financial prosperity. This article explores the significance of the AFL and FIFA’s
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Tokunboh Ishmael, Alitheia IDF co-founder and an early investor in the African tech space, shares perspectives on impact investing.
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Microsoft’s partnership with M-PESA Africa aims to digitally upskill Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Africa, bridging the skills gap and fostering economic growth. Discover how this collaboration is set to transform the future of African small businesses.
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irtel Africa, in partnership with the Rwandan government, introduces an affordable 4G smartphone as part of the ConnectRwanda 2.0 initiative. Discover how this public-private partnership is set to boost digital inclusion and drive economic growth.
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Microsoft’s partnership with Flutterwave aims to revolutionize payment solutions for African SMEs. Discover how this collaboration will drive economic growth and digital financial inclusion across the continent.
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Kenya, often referred to as the “Silicon Savannah” due to its growing influence in the world of information and communication technology (ICT), continues to strengthen its position as a global tech leader. Its forward-thinking policies, favorable investment climate, and a burgeoning population of tech-savvy youth have made it an attractive destination for some of the
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United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres made a significant announcement on Friday, appointing Claver Gatete of Rwanda as the incoming Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA). This appointment comes as a transition from the commendable tenure of Vera Songwe of Cameroon, the former Executive Secretary, and Antonio M. A. Pedro of
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