News, Stories, Events, & Trends that shape the Eastern African region
The highly anticipated Black Friday shopping extravaganza takes a revolutionary turn in East Africa this year as Carrefour, under the ownership of Majid Al Futtaim, introduces EPIC Carrefour Friday in Kenya and Black November in Uganda.
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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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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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As we mark 1 year since the passing of her late majesty Queen Elizabeth II, we reflect on the profound impact of her reign, not only on the United Kingdom but also around the world. Queen Elizabeth II, who ascended to the throne in 1952, held the distinction of being the longest-reigning monarch in British
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Nearly 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
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Most of the world can’t afford insurance. It’s a product for the rich. In Africa, 90% of people have no safety net to catch them if they get sick or are in an accident. 100 million people fall into poverty every year as a result of having to make out-of-pocket payments to cover health expenses.
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