AI is disrupting education. But despite what the headlines (and some ChatGPT horror stories) might suggest, South African teachers aren’t being replaced — they’re…
Agel secures seven-digit funding for Islamic fintech in Egypt
Agel, Egypt’s pioneering Islamic fintech company, has announced the successful closure of its pre-seed funding round for an undisclosed amount in the seven-digit range….
InfoDocs: Start-up streamlines CIPC requirements
In a startling revelation, the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) reports that an overwhelming 72% of registered companies in South Africa fail to…
African start-ups secure $4m boost from Black Founders Fund
Google for Startups (GfS) has announced the 25 African-based start-ups selected to receive funding from this year’s $4 million Black Founders Fund. The initiative…
Nigerian foodtech start-up Vendease honoured by WEF
Vendease, a Nigerian foodtech start-up, has been awarded as a 2023 Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum (WEF). The WEF’s prestigious annual list…