From Lagos to Nairobi

Kenya is set to launch its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy 2025-2030 to position itself as a leader in AI innovation across Africa. The initiative, led by the Ministry of Information, Communications, and Digital Economy (MICDE), focuses on AI governance, digital skills, and sectoral innovation in areas like agriculture, healthcare, and education. The strategy aligns with…

Google has officially graduated 15 South African startups from its first Startups Accelerator: South Africa programme, marking a major milestone for the country’s startup ecosystem. The three-month hybrid accelerator provided digital workshops, programming, and mentorship, helping founders tackle technical challenges through expert guidance from Google’s network. The program focused heavily on data, machine learning, and…

Kenya’s largest bank, KCB Group, is acquiring a 75% stake in fintech startup Riverbank Solutions for $15.4 million (KES 2 billion) to boost its digital payments and revenue collection services. The deal, pending regulatory approval, aligns with KCB’s strategy to expand its digital footprint amid growing competition. Founded in 2010 by Nick Mwendwa, Riverbank Solutions…

Elon Musk’s Starlink has rapidly climbed to become Kenya’s seventh-largest ISP, overtaking local players like Dimension Data and Liquid Telecommunications. With 19,146 users and a 1.1% market share, Starlink’s satellite broadband is expanding internet access, especially in remote areas where traditional ISPs struggle. However, regulatory challenges loom, as local competitors like Safaricom and Airtel Kenya…

African businesses face high logistics costs, making goods more expensive. Nairobi-based Leta is tackling this issue with an AI-powered platform that optimizes delivery routes, tracks shipments, and reduces fleet costs. The startup has now raised $5 million in seed funding, led by Speedinvest, with backing from Google’s Africa Investment Fund and Equator. Leta’s technology helps…

Ghana and Turkey are strengthening bilateral ties, focusing on cybersecurity and digital innovation. During a meeting between Turkish Ambassador H.E. Huseyin Gungor and Ghana’s Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation, Hon. Sam Nartey George, both parties explored opportunities for collaboration. Key areas of interest include cybersecurity, education, and digital infrastructure development, with Ghana’s National…