Acer Africa has launched a refreshed portfolio of devices aimed at South African students, just in time for the new academic cycle. Designed for…
Top ten finalists announced for African Business Heroes programme
The ten finalists have been announced for this year’s African Business Heroes programme. The programme is part of the Africa Netpreneur Prize Initiative (ANPI) that was…
Nigerian based drone tech startup secures $100 000 funding
A Nigerian based drone software and tech startup has received funding from a company based in the UK. The startup titled, Airsmat, received $100 000…
Local fintech startup aims to financially assist SMEs
Ventureburn is hosting a new webinar series in partnership with Bridgement, a fintech startup that assists SMEs to replenish cash flow via an easy-to-use…
How to get African economies back on track [Opinion]
As the economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic makes its presence felt across Sub-Saharan Africa, all eyes are on the next policy moves that…
Top startup web events in South Africa this week [12/10/2020]
This week’s events will focus on teaching entrepreneurs to launch and grow their businesses during a volatile environment. New and experienced entrepreneurs will have…
Nigerian fintech launched to help gig economy workers
A recently launched fintech based in Nigeria and Kenya aims to provide financial services specifically to temporary and freelance workers (gig workers). The startup, ImaliPay,…
More than 84% of individuals and 95% of businesses received credit assistance [Partnered Content]
As a result of the ongoing economic crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic and the prolonged lockdown, banks in South Africa have arranged to…
Tanzanian Agritech startup wins the 2020 MEST Africa Challenge
A Tanzanian agritech startup has won this year’s MEST Africa Challenge. Kilimo Fresh Foods Africa LTD is an online platform that distributes fresh produce from small…
Female student entrepreneur wins UCT Shark Tank programme
A student entrepreneur, Shruti Dowlath claimed the title of the winner of UCT’s Shark Tank programme. Dowlath won the title after pitching an innovative…
Four local business incubators that support local SMEs
The Innovation Hub (TIH) has worked to support new and innovative digital businesses through their business incubators. Through these incubators, TIH has provided a business…
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