Before sunrise, across small plots of land stretching from the temperate rural heartlands of Southern Africa to the tropical landscapes of East and West Africa, millions of smallholder farmers begin their day. Their work feeds
A South African medtech company has secured R85 million in funding to advance the use of its proprietary hardware and AI software in combatting the tuberculosis (TB) epidemic. The affordable solution, praised by investors for
Happy Pay, one of Africa's fastest-growing Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) platforms, has closed a $5 million seed round led by global technology investor Partech. The round saw participation from Futuregrowth Asset Management, 4Di Capital,
Where shopping meets chat, and Africa leads the retail revolutionAs Africa’s digital economy accelerates, Nile has officially launched as the continent’s first dedicated social e-tailer, transforming how people discover, connect, and shop online.Nile is built
Achieving universal healthcare for billions across Africa is an ambitious and vital goal; one that will face challenges but must be pursued. To ensure equitable access to health services in the most meaningful and impact
Building technological sovereignty through human-centered AI developmentBy Archana Arakkal, Lead Research Engineer: Technology OfficeAfrica stands at a crossroads. While global AI spending surges to $632 billion by 2028¹, we face a critical choice: adopt implementation
The introduction of the two-pot pension fund system marked a significant shift for fund administrators, requiring them to engage directly with fund members rather than solely with employer groups. In the case of financial advisory
Thabo Tsolo, CEO and Game Designer at SpaceSalad StudiosGiven the competitive nature of today’s business landscape, decision-makers are continuously looking for more innovative ways of keeping customers engaged, enhance employee productivity, and drive revenue. This
Venture builder Aions Creative Technology announced the addition of two innovative startups, Milli and Franc, to its investment portfolio, bringing the total number of investees to 11. This expansion underscores its commitment to fostering entrepreneurship
Sensor Networks, a local technology company based in Cape Town, announces the development and release of Sensor.Energy, an innovative online platform that was designed to help South African households manage rising electricity costs following a
