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Africa Data Centres has partnered with Blue Turtle Technologies to accelerate cloud adoption in South Africa. This collaboration aims to provide businesses with advanced cloud services and infrastructure to support digital transformation. Africa Data Centres, known for its state-of-the-art, carrier-neutral data centres across the continent, brings robust and secure infrastructure, while Blue Turtle contributes its…

LemFi, a fintech company focused on providing financial services to immigrants, has acquired a UK-based card issuer to bolster its remittance and cross-border payment services. This strategic move aims to enhance LemFi’s infrastructure and regulatory standing in the UK and Europe, allowing the company to issue its own cards and streamline services for users sending…

Webinars have become an essential tool for Nigerian businesses, enabling virtual engagement, training, and marketing. A professional webinar platform tailored to local needs can significantly enhance communication, brand visibility, and customer interaction. This expert review highlights key features and recommendations for Nigerian enterprises seeking reliable webinar solutions. Leading platforms like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google…

African startups collectively raised over $1 billion in equity funding in the first half of 2024, signaling cautious optimism for the continent’s tech ecosystem after a challenging 2023. According to data from Africa: The Big Deal, this total—approximately $1.1 billion—represents a modest rebound, showing resilience despite global economic slowdowns and investor caution. Egypt led the…

Digital Africa Global Consult (DAGC), a leading tech consultancy, has partnered with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) to launch the “Nigeria Data Challenge” — a nationwide initiative aimed at boosting data literacy, innovation, and awareness about data protection in Nigeria. The initiative comes at a time when Nigeria is advancing its digital transformation agenda…

The Chairman of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), Benedict Oramah, has highlighted a critical issue facing Africa’s development: the continent has numerous bankable projects, but lacks the financial resources and infrastructure to implement them effectively. Speaking at a high-level forum, Oramah emphasized that Africa is not short of viable investment opportunities — including infrastructure, energy,…