Author: Akin Naphtal

Deliverect, a leading provider of restaurant management solutions, has acquired ChatFood, a company specializing in social media ordering, order and pay at table and loyalty solutions. The acquisition aims to offer a comprehensive solution for the restaurant industry, covering various aspects such as social media ordering, dine-in QR code ordering, direct channel ordering and online food delivery. The co-founders of ChatFood, Benjamin Mouflard and Vini Rodrigues, will join Deliverect to lead further growth and expansion efforts. Together, Deliverect and ChatFood serve over 43,000 restaurants and food service businesses worldwide, facilitating more than 300 million orders across 42 markets. ChatFood has…

Orange Jordan, led by CEO Philippe Mansour and Roya Media Group, led by CEO Engineer Fares Sayegh, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to offer practical training opportunities to students of Orange Coding Academy. This collaboration includes providing training at Roya Kids & Games Unit and other departments within Roya Media Group. Practical training at an international technology company is a requirement for students to successfully complete the program at Orange Coding Academy. The one-year agreement specifically caters to the needs of the Coding Academy, which has achieved an impressive 80% employment rate among its graduates. The academy’s program…

Chipmaker Intel has announced a strategic collaboration with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) to deliver enterprise-grade generative artificial intelligence (AI) solutions. This collaboration aims to provide end-to-end AI hardware and software that can securely generate AI applications for clients, while protecting their private data. According to Sandra Rivera, the Executive Vice President and General Manager of the Data Center and AI Group at Intel, generative AI requires a democratized approach that ensures security and scalability. By collaborating with BCG, Intel aims to enable customers to build generative AI applications that are optimized across the entire technology stack, while maintaining data security…

HealthXP Limited is preparing to launch its groundbreaking solution, “myhealthXP”, on May 25, 2023, to tackle the existing challenges in Africa’s healthcare sector. The region has long faced issues such as a shortage of medical professionals, lengthy appointment wait-times and limited access to high-quality healthcare services. However, myhealthXP aims to revolutionize healthcare delivery with its innovative approach. myhealthXP is an on-demand healthcare application designed to offer a seamless and innovative way of accessing healthcare in Africa. The app will connect individuals to highly qualified and verified doctors, laboratories and pharmacies, providing efficient, convenient and accessible medical attention wherever they may…

The Vihiga County Government in Kenya has formed a partnership with Chinese firm Huawei and Equity Bank to offer training programs in Information Communications Technology (ICT) and financial literacy to the youth. Huawei has deployed a mobile truck equipped with power and internet ports, allowing desktops and laptops to be set up for use. The truck will travel throughout the county, providing access to potential learners. Equity Bank, on the other hand, will contribute employees who will provide training in financial literacy. READ ALSO:Payment24 Expands Operations into North America and Europe BT Group Achieves Successful Live Field Trial of Backhauling…

Payment24, a leading payment and loyalty solutions provider in South Africa, has announced its expansion into North America and Europe, along with ongoing product innovation. The company has launched Cloud Switch, expanded its loyalty platform, incorporated artificial intelligence (AI) into its products and ventured into the electric vehicles (EV) space. This expansion marks Payment24’s presence in five continents and nearly 17 countries, building on its success in Africa and Latin America. Payment24 has targeted Europe and North America for its expansion, opening an office in Boston in 2022. In response to the growing interest and demand for its solutions, the…

In a significant achievement for UK digital infrastructure, BT Group has announced the successful completion of a live field trial where a 4G LTE cell site was backhauled over OneWeb’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) network for the first time. This groundbreaking trial showcased excellent results and demonstrated the potential of the network to enhance high-speed connectivity across the country. READ ALSO:Elon Musk Resigns as Twitter CEO and Appoints New Chief Executive E& and Vodafone Group Forge Closer Strategic Relationship Guidepost Launches AI-Powered Chatbot to Support Diabetes Management in South Africa The partnership between BT and OneWeb continues to strengthen as…

Elon Musk has made a surprising announcement via a tweet, revealing that he is stepping down as the CEO of Twitter. Musk stated that he has selected a new chief executive, though he did not disclose her identity. The new CEO is expected to assume her position in around six weeks. READ ALSO:E& and Vodafone Group Forge Closer Strategic Relationship Guidepost Launches AI-Powered Chatbot to Support Diabetes Management in South Africa Cloudflare and Kyndryl Collaborate to Modernize Corporate Networks In his tweet, Musk mentioned that he will be transitioning to the role of executive chair and chief technology officer at…

E& and Vodafone Group have announced a strategic relationship aimed at strengthening their collaboration in various aspects of their businesses. This relationship will involve e& becoming a cornerstone shareholder of Vodafone, building upon their initial investment in May 2022. READ ALSO:Guidepost Launches AI-Powered Chatbot to Support Diabetes Management in South Africa Cloudflare and Kyndryl Collaborate to Modernize Corporate Networks Federal Bank Partners with NeSL to Digitize Bank Guarantee Facility The strategic relationship will enable collaboration between the two companies in areas such as enterprise services, procurement, carrier and wholesale operations and technology development. In the enterprise sector, e& and Vodafone…

Guidepost, a healthtech startup based in South Africa, has introduced an AI-powered chatbot to assist individuals living with diabetes in effectively managing their condition. Diabetes affects approximately one in nine South Africans and is the leading cause of death among women while ranking as the second leading cause of death in the country overall. Given the importance of daily self-management in controlling diabetes and preventing severe complications, many individuals struggle to cope. To address this challenge, Guidepost has developed a chatbot that utilizes artificial intelligence to offer personalized information and support tailored to the unique needs of each patient. The…