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Financial inclusion: COVA Africa triumphs in CATAPULT

COVA Africa, a cutting-edge insurtech firm from Douala, Cameroon, emerged triumphant at the sixth edition of CATAPULT: Inclusion Africa – Togo Edition. The event,…

ICT sector defies odds, tops VC investments

The Southern African Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (SAVCA) released its annual Venture Capital Industry Survey, revealing significant trends in the region’s investment…

GSA Africa Summit: Showcasing Africa’s start-up pioneers

Ethiopia’s entrepreneurial landscape is set to receive a significant boost as the Global Startup Awards (GSA) Africa Summit kicks off from Wednesday, 25 to…

Africa’s fintech boom: 13x growth by 2030

The landscape of global payments is rapidly evolving, ushering in an era of disruption and innovation. Fuelled by advancements in technology, the world has…

AfricArena’s Grand Summit: Tech titans meet in Cape Town

The tech world’s gaze is firmly fixed on Cape Town as AfricArena’s 2023 tour hurtles towards its grand finale. In six weeks, the Cape…

Bridging financial inclusion in SA’s informal sector

The South African informal sector is a vibrant thread, pulsating with entrepreneurial energy. Valued at almost $10 billion annually and representing 17% of the…

15 tips to launch your business on a shoestring budget

South Africa has made strides in employment growth, yet its youth unemployment rate remains the highest globally. The challenges are numerous, from limited access…

ABC Fund: Remarkable agricultural progress in Africa

The Agri-Business Capital Fund (ABC Fund) has unveiled its highly anticipated third annual Impact Report, revealing substantial advancements in agricultural development across Africa and…

Magasa makes history as first African Awards Business Leader

In a victory that underscores the dynamism and growth of Africa’s business landscape, Lynette Magasa, CEO of Boniswa Corporate Solutions, has emerged as the…

Portkey.ai raises $3m to accelerate generative AI apps

The surging popularity of ChatGPT and intensifying market competition have prompted businesses to venture into AI app development. However, constrained by time and budget…

Cisco Collaborates with WomHub to Empower Female Tech Entrepreneurs

In a move towards fostering gender equality and innovation in South Africa’s tech landscape, Cisco, the global technology leader, has joined forces with WomHub,…

AI won’t take your job, but humans with AI skills will

Ursula Fear, senior talent programme manager at Salesforce South Africa, dispels the extremes of AI mythos and highlights its true impact on the workforce….

AfricArena, FMO join forces to fuel Africa’s tech revolution

AfricArena and FMO, the Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank, have announced the expansion of their partnership through the FMO Ventures programme, aimed at providing enhanced…

Introducing Lula: Your all-in-one cash flow solution for SMEs

In a move aimed at bolstering the financial health of South Africa’s small and medium-sized enterprises, leading fintech player Lulalend has undergone a transformative…

Breaking barriers: proven tips for women entrepreneurs

In a world where gender equality remains a formidable challenge, South Africa emerges as a beacon of progress, celebrating the remarkable rise of women…

GirlCode hackathon empowers future tech queens

In a bid to address the glaring gender disparity within the South African technology industry, GirlCode, a software development skills organisation, has undertaken an…

Founders Factory Africa sparks $114m tech revolution

The vibrant landscape of African technology innovation is set to receive an electrifying surge, as Founders Factory Africa announces a $114 million injection of…

Cape Town Welcomes Amazon Web Services (AWS) Skills Center

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has further extended its commitment to democratising access to cloud skills training with the inauguration of its first international AWS…

VitruvianMD Secures $1.25 Million Funding to Revolutionise Medical Diagnostics

VitruvianMD, a pioneering medtech startup, has raised an impressive $1.25 million (equivalent to over R23 million) in their recent Seed Extension II funding round….

Vodacom Launches First SME Summit to Empower South African Small Businesses

Telecommunications leader Vodacom has unveiled a pioneering initiative, the inaugural Small and Medium-sized Enterprise (SME) Summit, titled #SMEThriveSummit. This strategic endeavor is designed to…

Uber Eats Partners with African Management Institute to Enhance South Africa’s Restaurant Industry

In a strategic move that underscores its commitment to the growth and sustainability of South Africa’s restaurant sector, Uber Eats has unveiled a groundbreaking…

AfricArena unveils stellar line-up for Nairobi summit

The stage is set for a start-up tour de force as the AfricArena Nairobi Summit unveiled a line-up of esteemed speakers who are poised…

Screan accelerates gig economy with online used car sales

In South Africa’s bustling gig economy, a transformative wave is gaining momentum, led by pioneering technology start-ups like Screan. This digital platform orchestrates seamless…

HONOR 400 and 400 Pro Redefine AI Smartphone Innovation for South African Users

Epson Partners with Global Icon Shakira to Inspire Youth Creativity Across Africa and Beyond

Why South Africa’s AI Moment Demands Bold Leadership, Not Just Tech Adoption

Ocellics Reinvents Fund Factsheets with Automation-Driven Platform for Investment Managers

AWIEF 2025 Awards Nominations Now Open

Why 3 Out of 4 South African SMEs Still Can’t Raise Capital

Acer Unleashes Beastly New Predator BiFrost and Nitro GPUs with AMD Radeon RX 9000 Series

Philips Evnia Drops Jaw-Dropping QD OLED Monitors: 240Hz, Ambiglow, and All the Good Stuff

Microsoft launches new Surface devices in new AI era

Data centres and defence are reviving diesel

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JLR channels its Camel Trophy history