A curious and powerful trend is taking root: Africa’s top tech startups are not chasing the next social media fad or a new gaming platform. Instead, they are laser-focused on …
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Econet Telecom Lesotho Showcases Digital Future at Econet Expo
Telecommunications giant, Econet Telecom Lesotho (ETL), has staged its third Econet Expo, unveiling innovative digital solutions aimed at driving national development and improving everyday life for Basotho citizens. The expo, …
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UBA’s AI Chatbot LEO Now Facilitates Cross-Border Payments in Africa
United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, one of the continent’s biggest financial institutions, has announced that its Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbot, LEO, is now capable of performing cross-border payment transactions. …
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MTN Uganda Offers Exit Plan for Retail Investors
MTN Uganda has announced a new exit option for its minority retail investors as the telecom company prepares to separate its mobile money business, MTN MoMo, from its main telecom …
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How to Start an Online Business in Africa 2025
Africa’s digital economy is on fire. In cities like Lagos, Nairobi, Johannesburg, Accra, and Cairo, a new wave of entrepreneurs is turning mobile phones, internet access, and social media into …