Author: Akin Naphtal

Blue Label Telecoms, currently holding a 49.5% stake in Cell C, is looking to gain control of the mobile operator and introduce a new strategic investor. That’s according to Blue Label co-CEO Brett Levy. Levy’s remarks come after Blue Label’s recent announcement that it will seek approval from the Competition Commission and communications regulator Icasa to increase its ownership stake in Cell C to over 50%. This strategic move will grant Blue Label full control of the company for the first time. In regards to the future of Cell C, co-CEO Mark Levy mentioned that the company will soon have…

The ICT Authority has announced applications for the Presidential Digital Talent Programme (PDTP) Cohort VIII are now open. The Authority is inviting recent university graduates with a passion for ICT and Public Service to undergo the 12-month internship programme in both the public and private sectors. The internship programme is offered through a Public-Private partnership seeking to develop ICT high-end skills in recent graduates. The programme offers training, experience, mentorship and professional networking opportunities in the areas of: Eligibility How to apply Interested applicants must complete the online application form and attach relevant documents as indicated in the form. The…

Interswitch, a leading integrated payments and digital commerce company in Africa, has recently announced the integration of Google Pay into its Interswitch Payment Gateway (IPG) platform. This initiative enables businesses and individuals in Nigeria to benefit from the simplicity and security of contactless payments and digital storage, aligning with the global trend towards more streamlined transactions. Thanks to the integration, merchants can now store payment details within Google Wallet. This integration also facilitates a smoother checkout process on the Interswitch platform, heightening the user experience. Additionally, the collaboration enables the acceptance of international cards on the Interswitch Payment Gateway, positioning…

Tembo, a Tanzanian fintech startup building infrastructure for financial services across Africa has received its Payment Service Provider (PSP) license from the Central Bank of Tanzania. The startup provides APIs and SDKs for businesses to embed and launch payments, collections, cards, wallets, and programable bank accounts across Africa. This milestone empowers Tembo to provide a wide array of financial services, including domestic and cross-border payments, merchant services, and general payment processing. As it embarks on this new chapter, it is committed to enhancing its existing digital banking offerings and expanding its reach across Africa through strategic partnerships and cutting-edge solutions.…

International ICT solutions provider, Angola Cables has announced the appointment of Sudhir Juggernath as CEO of TelCables South Africa and will be responsible for the development and expansion of TelCables operations within the Southern and East African regions. Sudhir has held senior strategic positions within the Southern African Telecommunications and Enterprise market and beyond, within businesses, focusing on growth and strategic business development. He has 20 years of global telecoms and technology experience, stretching across Wholesale Carrier Connectivity, Big Data Analytics, IoT, Digital Transformation, Unified Communications and Contact Centre and Managed Services at Siemens, ATIO, Neotel / Liquid, BT Global…

The Company, BMW has announced it will build its semi-autonomous driver assistance system on Amazon’s cloud computing technology, as quoted by the two companies earlier this week. The German automaker’s next-generation advanced driver assistance system, or ADAS, will feature in its Neue Klasse range of electric cars that the company revealed at weekend which will be launched in 2025. It comes as traditional automakers look to boost the technology in their cars, with a particular focus on ADAS, to compete with Tesla. An ADAS is a software system that can offer drivers assistance with actions such as lane changing or…

Kenya’s transportation industry is increasingly adopting electric vehicles and motorcycles as part of its efforts to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable transportation. BasiGo, a well-known electric vehicle provider, has announced impressive achievements in carbon dioxide emission reduction. Within a span of only two years, they assert that they have successfully prevented the release of an astounding 217.4 tonnes of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. The implementation of their electric buses has not only drastically reduced fuel costs but has also made a significant contribution to environmental preservation endeavors. Fredrick Mutitika, the Product Marketing and Operations Manager at BasiGo, has…

Due to the removal of Canada’s Facebook news tab, Meta is set to eliminate Facebook’s new tabs in several countries. With effect from December, the news section of the platform will no longer be seen in the United Kingdom (UK), France, and Germany. This is to invest more and develop services and products that the users value more. Meta, which confirmed that it is committed to the existing agreements with publishers in the UK, France, and Germany as to Facebook news made it known that new products that are tailored to news will not be introduced in the future nor…

Nigeria’s Itana, formerly known as Talent City has secured $2 million in pre-seed funding to develop Africa’s first Digital Free Zone. It aims to enhance the ease-of-doing-business index, attract foreign direct investment, and boost employment. Itana, which plans to establish an eco-friendly startup district in Alaro free zone by 2027, will serve as an online jurisdiction for the digital economy, offering the necessary policies, services, and technology for global digital and service businesses to operate and expand across Africa. Itana will enable tech and service companies to establish their African operations in Nigeria and benefit from competitive business policies and…

US payment technology giant Stripe’s Nigerian payment service provider, Paystack, has officially launched in Kenya after completing its private beta phase. The company aims to expand its services to ambitious businesses across Africa and has already established operations in Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa. Paystack obtained authorization from the Central bank of Kenya, the country’s regulator for remittance, banking, and payments, 10 months ago to operate as a payment service provider. Vikaran Ubhi, Country Lead, Kenya, Paystack said “We’ve worked very closely with a vibrant community of business owners, developers, and partners. Over 700 businesses signed up for the…