Why PE firm Alitheia is banking on women in Africa
Tokunboh Ishmael, Alitheia IDF co-founder and an early investor in the African tech space, shares perspectives on impact investing.
Read MoreTokunboh Ishmael, Alitheia IDF co-founder and an early investor in the African tech space, shares perspectives on impact investing.
Read MoreMicrosoft’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.
Read Moreirtel 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.
Read MoreMicrosoft’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.
Read MoreKenya, 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
Read MoreUnited 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
Read MoreEquity Group has entered into an ambitious Customer Business Agreement with Mastercard based on a shared vision of empowering customers and businesses across the East African region. This strategic partnership aims to provide customers various benefits by offering different Mastercard payment solutions, including World and World Elite cards, corporate cards, and virtual cards. Moreover, it
Read MoreKenyan insurtech company Turaco is making strategic strides to extend its African presence. Recently, Turaco announced its acquisition of MicroEnsure Ghana, which marks its entry into the West African market. Established in 2019, Turaco has rapidly gained recognition for its innovative use of technology to provide affordable insurance solutions. This article will delve into the
Read MoreNearly half of the 800 African survey participants have fallen victim to an online scam at least once, losing thousands of dollars in the process and compromising their personal data. This alarming statistic is one of the key findings of the KnowBe4 2023 Online Scams and Victims in Africa Report, which was just released. The
Read MoreAfrican Development Bank President Akinwumi Adesina has announced a new $1 billion facility to accelerate climate financing for Africa’s youth businesses. The additional financing will boost YouthAdapt, a joint initiative between the Bank and the Global Centre on Adaptation. It invites young entrepreneurs and micro, small, and medium enterprises in Africa to submit innovative solutions
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