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Xero unveils AI assistant to revolutionise small business accounting

Xero previewed its new AI-powered smart assistant, Just Ask Xero (JAX), at its inaugural Investor Day. JAX aims to transform accounting and advisory services…

HONOR sponsors key ICT summit to boost digital access

HONOR Technologies recently sponsored a major ICT industry event, the ICT Stakeholder Engagement summit, underscoring its commitment to boost digital access and empowerment across…

Cisco teams up with Microsoft and Samsung to improve hybrid meeting experiences

Cisco announced a new partnership with Microsoft and Samsung aiming to enhance collaboration capabilities for hybrid meetings. The companies are introducing integrated video conferencing…

IBM courts SME market with new LinuxONE 4 Express

IBM unveiled a new pre-configured model of its LinuxONE enterprise computing system tailoured for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) – the LinuxONE 4 Express….

Cyber Risks Threaten Businesses – But Detection and Response Can Help

Cyber risks top the latest Allianz Risk Barometer, with data breaches, attacks on critical infrastructure, and ransomware being the most pressing concerns for businesses….

Huawei highlights importance of energy storage for powering Africa’s growth

During Solar Power Africa recently, Huawei emphasised the pivotal role energy storage will play in supporting economic development across Africa. In a sub-forum, Huawei…

Moya Money relaunches as financial app for freelancers and businesses

Financial technology startup Moya Money has relaunched with a new website and updated product offering aimed at freelancers and small businesses. Founded in March…

Lengo AI empowers Africa’s corner shops with data magic

With their innovative use of artificial intelligence and dedicated field agents, African start-up Lengo AI is ushering in a new era of reliable data…

EMERGING Valley 2023: Uniting continents, igniting innovations

The seventh edition of EMERGING Valley, a globally renowned business forum founded by entrepreneur and author Samir Abdelkrim, is set to take place on…

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…

Unlock wealth abroad: 5 surprising offshore investment facts

Amidst economic uncertainties, South Africans are seeking financial stability. Pieter Koekemoer, head of personal investments at Coronation, shares key insights on offshore investing, highlighting…

Outsized secures Series A funding for global expansion

Outsized, a leading talent-on-demand platform connecting top independent professionals with enterprises, has successfully closed its Series A funding round led by South African venture…

EXAH & Lucky Beard to transform business engagement

In a move set to shake up the way businesses approach marketing and customer engagement, EXAH, a leading Salesforce implementation partner, has joined forces…

Game-changing proptech: Lisa launches in SA

In a move set to shake up South Africa’s commercial real estate landscape, Dutch-based technology platform Lisa BV is launching its smart leasing platform…

Kenyan edutech start-up Skizaa wins $25 000 prize

In a remarkable achievement for Kenyan education technology, Skizaa Education, a pioneering start-up, has clinched the prestigious $25 000 Cognitive Inc. Prize at Edtech…

Solar car start-up Bako Motors drives sustainable future

Bako Motors, a pioneering Tunisian-German solar car start-up, is making waves in the sustainable transportation sector with their innovative approach to urban mobility. Founded…

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