Africa Tech Festival Awards 2024

The Africa Tech Festival Awards 2024 took centre stage on 13 November 2024 at the picturesque Bay Hotel in Camps Bay, Cape Town. This annual celebration honoured groundbreaking technological achievements, innovative projects, and visionary leaders transforming Africa's tech landscape. Led by Ciara McDonald Heffernan, Senior Conference Producer, the event brought together industry leaders and innovators,…

November 18, 20240Comments

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The Ultimate Guide to Building a Successful Fintech Startup in Africa

Africa is rapidly becoming a hub for financial technology (fintech) innovations, driven by the rise of mobile money and other digital financial services. This guide will walk you through the essentials of building a successful fintech startup in Africa, focusing on critical mobile money companies, the continent's economic impact, and how generative AI and large…

July 4, 20240Comments

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Gitex Africa Digital Economy Technology Showcase

The inaugural edition of Gitex Africa kicked off in Marrakech on May 31st, bringing together technology and innovation stakeholders to discuss the digital economy. With 900 companies participating and 250 speakers representing 95 countries, this event is a global platform for dialogue and collaboration. While the digital economy is rising in Africa, there's a pressing…

November 19, 20230Comments

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Africa’s tech boom

Introduction In recent years, Africa has experienced a remarkable technological transformation. What was once known primarily for its natural beauty, diverse cultures, and historical significance is now emerging as a hub for innovation and technological advancement. This continent, often underestimated on the global stage, is witnessing a tech boom reshaping economies, empowering young entrepreneurs,…

November 7, 20230Comments

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Adobe AI Image Generation Tools

Adobe Introduces Advanced AI Image Generation Tools to Compete with Startups To stay competitive against emerging startups that challenge its core business, Adobe (ADBE.O) has launched innovative image generation technology. This cutting-edge technology can draw inspiration from an uploaded image and replicate its style, offering a new dimension to Adobe's creative toolkit. The rise of…

October 11, 20230Comments

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