African businesses risk missing out on the full benefits of the artificial intelligence revolution, experts say. Global consulting firm PwC estimates AI could contribute up to $15.7 trillion to the world economy by 2030, yet Africa is projected to capture only a tiny fraction of that total. As companies worldwide rush to adopt new AI…
Eng. John Tanui, Principal Secretary in the State Department of ICT and Digital Economy. All roads lead to the Connected Africa Summit. Set for 26-29 May 2025 at Diamonds Leisure Beach & Golf Resort, Diani, Eng. John Tanui, Principal Secretary in the State Department of ICT and Digital Economy underscored the critical nature of public…
Kenya is rapidly emerging as a digital powerhouse in Africa, with internet and mobile phone usage consistently on the rise. By 2028, the country’s digital economy is expected to contribute $5.12billion (KES 662 billion) to the GDP. Yet, this impressive growth brings with it significant challenges, particularly in the realm of cybersecurity. Microsoft’s latest research…
The discussions at IoT West Africa painted a vibrant picture of a continent on the cusp of significant digital transformation West Africa today has a mobile penetration of around 50 percent but beneath this impressive statistic, lies a deeper truth that was explored at the IoT West Africa event. The discussions echoed a powerful sentiment:…
Ride-hailing company, Bolt, has launched flight tracking services for airport pickups Ride-hailing company, Bolt, has launched flight tracking services for airport pickups. Customers will now be able to sync their flight details when scheduling a ride to pick them up from airport. In the event that a customer’s flight is delayed or cancelled, Bolt will…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in partnership with the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), has officially unveiled the Non-Resident Bank Verification Number (NRBVN) framework. This initiative promises to provide a secure and streamlined digital pathway for Nigerians living abroad to access banking services back home. Speaking on this, Governor Olayemi Cardoso heralded the launch…
Visa has named Victor Makere as its new Country Manager for Tanzania, Uganda, Burundi, and Rwanda. In his role, Victor will drive Visa’s strategic initiatives, strengthen client relationships, and expand digital payment solutions across these critical markets. As Country Manager, Victor will oversee a diverse client portfolio, focusing on increasing strategic value and revenue for…
As digital transformation accelerates across Africa, Mobile Network Operators (MNO) have a massive opportunity to launch, grow and target IoT solutions to specific verticals As digital transformation accelerates across Africa, Mobile Network Operators (MNO) have a massive opportunity to launch, grow and target IoT solutions to specific verticals. It is no longer a question of…
Canninah Dladla, the new Cluster President for English-speaking (Anglophone) Africa, Schneider Electric. Schneider Electric has announced the appointment of Canninah Dladla as its new Cluster President for English-speaking (Anglophone) Africa, effective from 1st June 2025. Dladla is Schneider Electric’s first female Cluster President for English-speaking Africa, which comprises 24 countries and is headquartered in Johannesburg,…
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