News

Grid digitization can combat Kenya’s power sector challenges

08-30-2018 | 06:57:00

Kenya’s power sector presents promising opportunities for grid digitization. This is according to a 2018 white paper on the “Digitization of Energy Transmission & Distribution in Africa by General Electric.

LG Electronics Opens its first business innovation center in Kenya

08-29-2018 | 12:33:25

LG Electronics has today launched its first showroom in Nairobi to showcase the vast array of its B2B products and solutions.

Kenyan travelers to enjoy Emirates web virtual reality technology

08-29-2018 | 11:20:57

Emirates has introduced 3D seat models on emirates.com, becoming the first airline to introduce web virtual reality (VR) technology on its digital platform.

BanQu partners with ABInBev to streamline supply chain in Zambia

08-29-2018 | 10:18:29

Software technology company BanQu has developed the first-ever, blockchain economic-identity technology solution that enables a secure, immutable platform and creates economic opportunities for small-scale farmers in Africa.

Jumia Food launches online pre-payments in Kenya and Uganda

08-29-2018 | 09:24:50

Online food delivering company Jumia Food has announced the launch of online pre-payments for its customers in Kenya and Uganda.

Warehousing shortage hurting economic growth in Kenya

08-29-2018 | 08:28:46

Almost a fifth of Kenyan manufacturers have made losses in the last five years due to warehousing shortage in the country.

[Kenya] Lendable receives $4.5 million grant from Dutch government

08-29-2018 | 08:15:00

FMO is extending a convertible grant to Kenyan-based FinTech platform Lendable providing a ‘first loss’ backstop that is expected to unlock an additional $4.5 million from commercial investors.

IBM unveils a cloud-based water management system in Northern Kenya

08-29-2018 | 08:12:00

IBM scientists in Kenya have unveiled a Water Management Service Platform (WMaaSP) to address the needs for safe water in remotes parts of northern Kenya.

TMX Global Coin opens Kenya office

08-28-2018 | 12:35:00

TMX Global Coin, the global blockchain logistics company, is set to launch in Kenya to serve the growing demand for this service in Africa.

[South Africa] Cell C bets on turnaround strategy to grow revenue

08-28-2018 | 12:30:00

Cell C has released its interim results for the period ended 30 June 2018, signaling how South Africa’s third largest telecommunications service provider is on track to deliver substantial growth through its strategic initiatives.

Vodacom launches Africa’s first commercial 5G service

08-28-2018 | 06:18:36

Vodacom Group has announced that it has created Africa’s first standards-based, commercial 5G service in Lesotho.

Siemens uses data to create unique Africa fabrics

08-28-2018 | 06:09:00

The power of technology and fashion have combined in a thought-provoking project that demonstrates how data can transform African cities.

US, Ghana explore cyber security partnership

08-24-2018 | 06:04:00

Senior representatives from the United States and Ghana participated in a U.S.-Ghana Cyber Study visit to facilitate stronger bilateral cooperation on cyber issues.

ActiveAllocator deploys asset allocation platform for South Africa

08-24-2018 | 06:00:00

ActiveAllocator Group LLC has announced its expansion into developing markets with the release of a version of its strategic asset allocation system specifically for the South African market.

HFC calls on local developers to partner for its HF Whizz app

08-23-2018 | 12:11:43

HFC, the banking subsidiary of HF Group is calling on local developers to create complementary apps to enhance its HF Whizz app launched last month.

COLUMNS.

[Column] Xalan Analytics: Africa’s 4G Failure(s)

On the surface, 4G service rollout in African markets appears to be going well. Around 115 LTE networks are commercial or expected to launch in the continent before the end of 2018... read the full column here

[Column] Rodney Taylor: Focus on the challenges, not the technology

Digital transformation and the Internet of Things (IoT) are widely discussed topics in business today. That said, many organisations are still slow in getting their transformation initiatives underway... read the full column here

[Column] Phathizwe Malinga: IoT is as simple as ABC and D!

There is no doubt that the Internet of Things (IoT) can solve everyday challenges using technology, and with IDC predicting there being over 20 billion connected devices by 2020... read the full column here

INTERVIEWS.

[Startup Interview] George Karimi, Founder and CEO, SwiftAide, Kenya

George Karimi is the Founder and CEO of SwiftAide, a Kenyan mobile marketplace startup that matches freelance labour with local demand.... Read full interview here

[Interview] Prins Mhlanga, Founder, Ocean on 76, South Africa

Prins Mhlanga is South African entrepreneur with a long career in the Technology and Telecommunications field. He is currently CEO of his own company, Ocean on 76........... Read the full interview here

[Startup Interview] Ian Mutua, Managing Director, Vigil CyberSec Inc, Kenya

Ian Wambua Mutua is the MD the CEO and & Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Vigil CyberSec Inc, a Kenyan based startup providing cybersecurity and consulting services across the region......Read the full interview here

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Sustainable Development Goals: Redefining context, risk and opportunity across Africa

Africa’s business and finance industries have a critical role to play alongside in helping governments deliver the UN Sustainable Development Goals... read more