African Rainbow Capital (ARC), a Patrice Motsepe-controlled investment holding company, has acquired a minority shareholding in GoSolr, a residential solar energy company in South Africa.
In a groundbreaking move, Starlink, the pioneering satellite internet company, has officially launched its services in Kenya. This expansion into the East African powerhouse marks a significant milestone for Starlink&
PharmaRun, a health-tech startup, has emerged as the winner of the third edition of the highly anticipated Pitch2Win competition, just over a year after being crowned as one of the
Twende, an innovative startup dedicated to transforming employee transportation solutions in Côte d'Ivoire, has received angel funding from the Côte d'Ivoire Business Angels Network (CIBAN). CIBAN,
Uber, the global ride-hailing company, has taken an important step toward ensuring the safety of its Nigerian riders and drivers with the introduction of two new features in partnership with Sety.
Visa has introduced a fresh initiative called the Africa Fintech Accelerator programme, which aims to support African startups by providing them with expertise, connections, technology, and investment funding.
The initiation
Through the Southern Africa Innovation Bridge Portal initiative, the World Bank has provided financial support to ten fintech start-ups. This initiative has created an opportunity for underserved communities, which are
In South Africa, parking problems are widespread and affect both commercial and residential areas. The influx of residents and tourists in cities contributes to a shortage of parking spaces. Parket,
CodeLn, a leading end-to-end technology platform, has unveiled CodeLn Pay, a revolutionary payroll platform designed to facilitate cross-border salary payments. This innovative solution aims to assist companies in streamlining the
The grand finale of Pitch2Win is scheduled to take place on July 11th, 2023 in Lagos, Nigeria, where innovative startups in the Web2 and Web3 sectors will vie for the coveted $10,000 grand prize.