Information and Digitalization Minister Moses Kunkuyu declared in Parliament that the government had modified the Connect a Constituency Project to the Connect a School Project with a goal of connecting the internet to 7962 public schools. According to Kunkuyu, the targeted schools and the communities around them demonstrate the need for internet and digital services,…
The SA Innovation Summit has launched the Blockchain Innovation Challenge, a ground-breaking competition that is a part of a comprehensive collaboration encompassing Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Education, Economy, Dialogue, and Networks, all aimed at examining blockchain’s potential to become the next frontier in African innovation and establish a new benchmark in the African tech ecosystem. Five months…
The African fashion industry pulsates with vibrancy and diversity, boasting a rich cultural heritage and an abundance of creative talent. From traditional textiles to contemporary designs, African fashion has earned widespread global recognition for its unique aesthetic and remarkable craftsmanship. Indeed, Africa has become a compelling new frontier for fashion, offering the industry a fresh…
A youth development program called MTN ICT and Business Skills Training aims to give young entrepreneurs between the ages of 18 and 35 the tech-enabled skills they need to keep their small enterprises competitive and relevant. A 5-week online program will be used to give the training, and it will feature Masterclasses from important business…
VaultPay from the DRC and Chow Central from Nigeria have joined Eden Care from Rwanda in being chosen for the S23 batch of the famed Y Combinator accelerator in Silicon Valley. Disrupt Africa reported last month. The only African company thus far confirmed as a participant in the S23 batch of Y Combinator, which contributed…
The explosion of generative AI has accelerated the need for data literacy in what was already a fast-paced, data-driven world. Data literacy is no longer a nice-to-have skill but a must-have in any field. To help more people develop these critical skills, SAS has launched its second, free Data Literacy e-learning course, Data Literacy in Practice, that empowers individuals and…
11 of the 25 businesses chosen for the first NextGen Accelerator by Harvard Innovation Labs and Amazon Web Services (AWS) are African. The NextGen Accelerator, a two-week founder boot camp, is open to early-stage student entrepreneurs from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and universities in Sub-Saharan Africa. Every day, founders attend courses at the…
The fourth iteration of The Future is Female Mentorship Program, a PR and communications mentorship program dedicated entirely to African female tech founders, has picked twenty African female-founded digital businesses. The Future is Female Mentorship Program, which will be launched on Africa Day in 2020, is the first and only PR and communications program dedicated…
For Women’s Month, Jacaranda FM and Access Bank South Africa have teamed to help professional women in South Africa perfect their “Her Perfect Pitch” and compete for a share of R2 million in incentives. Womenpreneur Her Perfect Pitch 2023 is open to all female business owners who have been in operation for at least a…
A Nigerian, Dr. Obadare Peter Adewale, Co-founder/Chief Visionary Officer (CVO), Digital Encode Limited, has emerged as Forbes Best of Africa Outstanding Digital Trust Leader of the Year 2023. The award is another testament to Dr. Obadare, a well-recognized subject matter expert with numerous successful engagements to his credit in Africa. A letter of notification of his…
Wema Bank, Nigeria’s leading innovative bank, has partnered with the Federal Government of Nigeria to establish digital and skill innovation hubs across states in the country, with a target to empower one million youths with digital and other relevant skills. The initiative, known as FGN/ALAT Digital and SkillNovation Hub, was agreed upon during a meeting…
OST Grow 2023, a pan-African investment readiness program aimed to fuel the growth of startups across the region, is now accepting applications. The 12-month OST Grow initiative, developed in collaboration with Africagrow, Bpifrance, GO Ventures, and AfricInvest Group, is geared towards African companies seeking to raise their first $1 million and expand into new markets….
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…
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…
Content creation has always been a multifaceted process, demanding both creativity and technical prowess. Professionals and authors often face challenges that can hinder their productivity and impact. Olukowe emerges as a transformative force in this landscape, offering sophisticated solutions tailored to the nuanced needs of modern content creators. Let’s explore how Olukowe is redefining the…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
Startup accelerator Applications are now being accepted for Wise Guys’ SaaS (Software as a Service) Accelerator Program in Africa. This program’s objective is to help regional SaaS businesses succeed by giving them the tools they need to meet common obstacles. SaaS Accelerator Africa is a Startup Wise Guys initiative that supports the growth and development…
AGCS’ professional indemnity report highlights 11 trends driving future insurance claims activity. Trends include evolving building safety laws, ‘hackers for hire’, inflation, and untrained use of generative AI tools. AGCS analysis shows that the legal and construction sectors are the industries most impacted by large professional indemnity claims. Architects and engineers face greater scrutiny over…
A South African accelerator promoting and enabling business owners in the green sector has been launched by the Anglo American Foundation (AAF) in collaboration with Grindstone, an accelerator famous for designing high-growth businesses. By giving them a special chance to raise money and get market access, the alliance intends to find and support 15 tech…
The second FAST Accelerator program has begun, according to Flapmax, an artificial intelligence (AI) company that seeks to improve everyone’s lives through innovation. The program is intended to support and finance the next wave of innovative businesses and entrepreneurs across the African continent. FAST Accelerator 2023 offers a transformative experience for startup entrepreneurs looking to…