Tech Startups

Bitcoin Economy Boosting Entrepreneurship in Africa

Blockchain technology and the role of entrepreneurship in driving Africa’s prosperity in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), were some of the key topics taking centre stage at this year’s World Economic Forum (WEF). Paxful, a leading peer-to-peer global bitcoin marketplace, is excited about the improving economic outlook for Africa and entrepreneurial growth opportunities. With nearly […]
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Venture Capital for Africa Announces 12 Ventures Series-A Showcase

Venture Capital, VC4A announces 12 ventures 11 Series A and 1 Seed+ for its 2019 Venture Showcase representing the best investment opportunities on the continent. The companies have been vetted by 40 VC investors through a rigorous referral and selection process. The companies demonstrate strong revenues and competitive edge, are well-positioned for regional and internal expansion […]
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CcHUB buys out iHub

Nigeria’s technology innovation centre, Co-creation Hub (CcHUB), has acquired Kenya’s iHub for an undisclosed fee. The deal will see iHub’s team become part of CcHUB’s wider central support and strategy network, whilst retaining its name and senior management structure. CcHUB’s co-founder Bosun Tijani continues as CEO across both locations. As part of the acquisition, CcHUB […]
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Ken Njoroge, Cellulant Founder feted Social Entrepreneur of the Year

Ken Njoroge, the Co-founder & Co-CEO of Cellulant- Africa’s leading financial technology company was yesterday named the recipient of the 2019 Schwab Foundation Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award, an honour bestowed each year by the World Economic Forum’s sister organization, Schwab Foundation to identify and recognize the world’s leading social entrepreneurs. The Schwab Foundation […]
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Vodacom, Smart Lab in a $150k Accelerator Program for Tech Start-ups in Tanzania

Vodacom, Smart Lab in a $150k Accelerator Program for Tech Start-ups in Tanzania

Are you an early-stage or growth-stage company in Tanzania? Well, here is a great opportunity for you, thanks to a new partnership between Vodacom Tanzania and Smart Lab. Dubbed as the “Vodacom Digital Accelerator,” the program will run yearly and support tech startups in Tanzania in mobile, telecom, fintech, media, health, education, and e-commerce. Speaking at […]
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How to Apply and Repay Tala loan

How to Apply and Repay Tala loan

Tala loan is the best mobile loan app as it allows individuals who are looking to get a quick loan for their business or personal needs. How to borrow a loan from Tala Go to Playstore and download Tala or click here to download Open Tala loan App Link the app to your active Facebook […]
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How to get a loan from Stawika App

How to get a loan from Stawika App

Stawika is an Android mobile app currently based in Kenya that offers instant mobile loans. Stawika automatically evaluates mobile phone data as well as other factors to assign loans. This process takes less than 5 minutes. The following are steps for your Stawika loan application: Download Stawika for free on Google Play Store Open the Stawika […]
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SophieBot AI wants to replace your doctor

SophieBot is transforming the way patients in healthcare receive information based on algorithms (machine learning) execute their bigger mandate in breaking societal barriers on judgement and stigma. By Brian Yatich Chatbots have the strange ability to imitate people and more recently – customer service assistants, and they do so effectively by connecting clients or actual […]
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