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.
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Microsoft and M-PESA Africa Collaborate to Build Digital Skills Among African SMEs
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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Airtel Launches $16 Smartphone in Rwanda As Part of Digital Inclusion Efforts
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 and Flutterwave Forge 5-Year Strategic Partnership to Boost African SMEs.
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 Grows Tech Influence With Launch of Amazon Web Services Centre
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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Equity Bank and Mastercard Join Forces to Revolutionize Digital Payments in East Africa
Equity 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
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The most Exciting technologies coming to East Africa
The East African region is poised for a technological revolution that could transform every facet of life, from politics and society to the economy. With a blend of innovation, investment, and growing tech-savvy populations, East Africa is emerging as a hub for transformative technologies. In this article, we will delve into six emerging technologies that
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Menstrual Hygiene kits restore dignity and empower girls and women in Bidibidi refugee settlement
In an effort to restore dignity and empower the girls and women in Bidibidi refugee settlement, Uganda Red Cross Society (URCS) through the Bimysawa and Humanitarian Protection 1 projects have distributed Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) Kits to over 4,500 beneficiaries. These projects, with support from the Austria Development Cooperation, Belgian Red Cross Flanders, and Austrian
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Kenya – Enhancing Surveillance at Ports of Entry: A Key Focus for Public Health
In a proactive and collaborative endeavor, the Principal Secretary of the State Department for Public Health and Professional Standards, Mary Muthoni, orchestrated a significant gathering at the heart of Kenya’s health and travel sector. The rendezvous brought together Mr. Benjamin Murkomen, the Acting Head of the Division of Port Health Services, and a cohort of
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