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In the face of adversity, Hohm Energy's $8 million seed funding heralds a new dawn for South Africa's energy landscape.
As we reach the semi-finals of the African Cup of Nations, let's take a closer look at two companies that has sponsored the event: Binance and Unilever. These corporations represent different paths – one leaning towards progress, the other entangled in ethical concerns.
In the dynamic world of startups, triumphs and challenges often interweave, shaping the narrative of growth. Unfortunately, for Kippa, a Nigerian startup specializing in bookkeeping and finance, the recent discovery of a ₦30 million internal fraud associated with its agency banking product, Kippa Pay, has brought about a period of reflection and adjustment.
As we enter 2024, it's time to shift our gaze towards the resilient founders who are building the future of innovation on the continent.
This collaboration will allow customers to conveniently order groceries from Shoprite through the Chowdeck app and have them delivered directly to their doorstep.
In the words of a Bolt spokesperson, "The decision to exit [these markets] is necessary to streamline our resources and maximize our overall efficiency as a company."
This script seems to borrow a page from Stripe's playbook, where cost-cutting measures were initiated a year ago. Are we witnessing an industry-wide trend or just a déjà vu moment in fintech history?
A year has passed since Elon Musk closed down Twitter Africa's office in Ghana, leaving the employees in a difficult situation. These former workers, now under the name X, still haven't received their due financial support, which they were promised as part of their redundancy packages.
Picture a colossal $68 billion industry standing on the brink of transformation. It's not just tech jargon; it's a change that impacts how we navigate the vast digital landscape. Now, let's unravel this complex web in simpler words.
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Developed by a former NASA engineer, Ground News emerges as a shining beacon in the battle against misinformation. It stands as a technological ally, promoting a free press, encouraging political scrutiny, and harnessing the power of AI to nurture healthy information ecosystems.
The Writers' Guild of America (WGA) strike has wrapped up, and its influence stretches beyond Tinseltown. While writers toast their success, tech aficionados are tuning in, with a distinct African angle adding an intriguing layer to the story.
