In an effort to encourage the use of digital services and boost the digital inclusion of vulnerable populations, the Ugandan government has offered a 50% price cut on internet access. Dr. Chris Baroymunsi, Minister for ICT and National Guidance, said that the government will reduce the price of data it delivers through the national backbone…
On Wednesday, Meta Platforms unveiled AudioCraft, an open-source AI application that enables users to produce music and audio based on text suggestions. According to Meta, the AI tool works for music, sound, compression, and generation and is included with three models: AudioGen, EnCodec, and MusicGen. The company’s own and specially licensed music is used for…
For the third iteration of the Startup Wise Guys accelerator, which provides chosen B2B SaaS firms with access to EUR100,000 (US$110,000) in funding and five months of rigorous mentoring, applications are now open. Startup Wise Guys, which was founded in Tallinn, Estonia in 2012, also oversees cybersecurity programs out of Cosenza and SaaS accelerator programs…
An open invitation has been issued by Women Who Build Africa (WWBA), a group established to bring together and support women working in technology across Africa, as well as investors and ecosystem partners, to express interest in attending their first annual Assembly, which will be held in Nairobi, Kenya, on September 13–14. Gwera Kiwana (MFS…
The Financial Times reported on Tuesday that Meta Platforms is prepared to introduce a variety of chatbots driven by artificial intelligence (AI) that have distinct personalities as early as September. According to a source citing people with knowledge of the plans, Meta has been developing chatbot prototypes that can interact with users in a way…
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The Uni:novators Startup-in-Residence program, which aims to spur innovation in a few postsecondary institutions in Africa, is now accepting applications. Disrupt Africa reported In collaboration with the Make-IT in Africa project run by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), CcHub had…
From August 1–4, 2023, Malawi will hold the inaugural Women in Cyber Conference with the subject “Breaking the Glass Ceiling and Bringing the Gender Gap.” The First Lady, Madam Monica Chakwera, will attend the summit in Lilongwe. According to Mary Botomani, vice chair of the organizing committee, there is a significant disparity between the representation…
The sixth cohort of the AlphaExpo Micro-Accelerator has opened for submissions at the Africa Fintech Summit, the largest biannual fintech event in Africa. Up to 15 African businesses will be able to attend and exhibit at this year’s event in Lusaka, Zambia, on November 1-2 thanks to the AlphaExpo program, which is at the core…
According to recent study, African governments are working with tech entrepreneurs to boost regional health supply chains. Nearly 50 partnerships between health startups and African governments were found to be aimed at streamlining supply chains and enhancing health outcomes throughout the continent. The new annual market intelligence report from healthcare consulting firm Salient Advisory highlights…
BasiGo, a Kenyan electric bus maker, plans to enter the Rwandan market in the fourth quarter of this year. The startup has announced plans to deliver its first unit to Rwandan public transportation providers. Jit Bhattacharya, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of BasiGo, stated that the agreement will see the buses distributed to public transportation…
EdVentures, an Egypt-based ed-tech corporate venture capital firm, has established a strategic alliance with VMS, a leading venture studio supporting entrepreneurs and startups in the Middle East, to advance education technology in the area. EdVentures, the investment arm of Egypt’s Nahdet Misr Group, has been in the forefront of investing in innovative ed-tech startups since…
African entrepreneurs are invited to apply for the second edition of the Madrid-based Aena Ventures accelerator, which offers chosen ventures EUR50,000 (US$55,000) in cash. Aena is looking for entrepreneurs and technology companies that may provide disruptive solutions to the airport industry’s present and future difficulties. The second edition of Aena Ventures is part of Aena’s…
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has announced its fifth generation of Galaxy foldables: Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5. The form factors offer unique experiences for every user with sleek and compact designs, countless customisation options, and powerful performance. The new Flex Hinge makes the foldable experience possible, while offering an aesthetically balanced and solid design….
Incorporating and applying data from many sources inside an organization to better governance procedures is known as data harmonization for corporate governance. Organizations guarantee consistency, correctness, and dependability in their data by aligning and standardizing it across systems, divisions, and business units. This technique improves the efficiency of governance practices and encourages greater judgment, accountability, and…
AfriLabs, an African hub network, has collaborated with the US Department of State’s Office of Global Partnerships (E/GP) to address the climate issue and foster entrepreneurship in Africa. AfriLabs, founded in 2011, empowers and fosters innovation hubs across Africa through its community-focused model, whereas the US Department of State is the United States government’s premier…
The most recent Westerwelle Young Founders Programme, which provides exceptional young entrepreneurs from developing and emerging countries with six months of business coaching and the opportunity to attend the Young Founder Conference in Berlin, is now accepting applications. Young business leaders, executives, and decision-makers from around the world can collaborate thanks to the Westerwelle Foundation…
A white X on a black background was used as the new Twitter logo, which Elon Musk and Twitter CEO Linda Yaccarino presented on Monday in favor of the well-known blue bird icon. X is present! Let’s do this,” tweeted Yaccarino, who also shared a photo of the company’s San Francisco offices with the logo…
Finally, ChatGPT will soon be available for Android. The long-awaited ChatGPT app for Android will be available starting next week, according to a weekend announcement from OpenAI. Between November 2022 and April of this year, the business that created the newest generative AI platform ChatGPT observed it gain a cult-like following online. Android smartphone owners…
In collaboration with the Make-IT in Africa project run by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), Co-Creation Hub (CcHub) has announced a new co-funded initiative to support innovation within African universities. The new program, known as UNI:NNOVATORS Startups-in-Residence, will see CcHub…
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has urged all banks, telecom operators, educational institutions, government parastatals, and other organizations that collect and process data in Nigeria to register with the Commission between now and December, 2023 for data protection compliance monitoring. The National Commissioner of the NDPC, Dr. Vincent Olatunji stated this at a sensitisation…
Data protection plays a crucial role in safeguarding critical information from corruption, compromise, or loss and ensuring data privacy to protect individuals’ rights and foster trust in the digital economy. And Nigeria is firmly positioning itself as a responsible and secure destination for digital transactions and investments, with a clear emphasis on preserving the data…
The Ethiopian government has finally restored internet restrictions on popular social media platforms after barring access for five months. The limits, which were first put in place on February 9, 2023, had an impact on services including Facebook, Instagram, Telegram, TikTok, and YouTube. In response to anti-government demonstrations brought on by conflicts within the Ethiopian…
The first-ever WWBA Assembly will be held in Nairobi, Kenya, on September 13–14. Women Who Build Africa (WWBA), a community established to bring together and support women working in tech across Africa, has issued an open call for women founders, investors, and ecosystem partners to express interest in attending. The accelerator, which is sponsored by…
The establishment of Deloitte Africa’s Generative AI practice for the African market has been announced with pleasure. With the goal of accelerating commercial innovation, this new profession combines domain knowledge, competent AI developers, and strategic ecosystem and alliance ties. The potential of generative AI technology has generated substantial debate in a variety of fields. With…
The first virtual library in Kenya, called “VTabu,” has been formally opened by the Kenya National Library Service (KNLS). Ababu Namwamba, the Kenyan Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Sports, and the Arts, unveiled the $1.7 million startup in Maktaba Kuu in Nairobi. Over 200,000 reading items, including digitized books, magazines, academic papers, and official publications,…
For the most recent iteration of the MINT Incubator, which aids entrepreneurs in developing and becoming investment-ready, EGBank and Alex Angels have opened applications. Ten editions of the three-month, equity-free MINT Incubator have been released since its initial introduction in 2018. The curriculum includes a number of mentoring sessions and seminars on subjects including branding,…
In the first phase of its N100 billion bond issue program aimed at assisting micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSME), the Development Bank of Nigeria generated N23 billion. The 2028 due date instrument has a 14.4% interest rate. The bank said that it would be useful in closing the MSME sector’s significant funding gap, which…
Astravest, a Nigerian business, is an investment platform that enables retail users to diversify their investments in dependable assets like commodities, fixed income, and real estate in order to increase their wealth. Astravest, a company that helps Africans conserve, diversify, and develop their money, was founded in 2022 by serial entrepreneur Chibuike Goodnews, formerly of…
Ten companies from Southern Africa have been recognized for their innovative approaches to closing the financial access gap for underprivileged people as part of a World Bank-sponsored challenge. The World Bank funded Southern Africa Innovation Bridge Portal ecosystem development efforts included the Fintech Challenge, which sought out novel and effective applications for the newest advancements…