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Uber, the ride-hailing business, has announced the addition of an UberMoto motorbike component to its product offering in Nigeria. The new service, which will launch in Ibadan, is a two-wheeled low-cost alternative and smart mobility option for city dwellers who want to navigate traffic more swiftly and efficiently. Uber Country Manager, Tope Akinwumi, noted in…
BitCo Telecoms, one of South Africa’s major Telecommunications and Internet Service Providers, announces fiscal and market share growth for 2021, as well as plans to expand its national last mile carrier-grade network and geographic coverage to outlying areas and towns in 2022 and beyond. In 2021, BitCo had a great year of company growth, with…
The internet of things (IoT) is growing in popularity, with forecasts indicating that around 50 billion IoT devices would be in use worldwide by 2050. This is due to the fact that today’s time-pressed consumers are already turning to technology for more convenience and efficiency in both their personal lives and their home environments. As…
The role of software outsourcing organizations is rapidly evolving from “contract software engineers” to strategic business partners. It has been recognized that offshore software development companies occupy crucial places in today’s corporate business models. Due to the increasing adoption of technologies, there will be a strong demand for blockchain, big data and IoT software developers,…
Organizations and enterprises are undergoing digital transformations as a result of a slew of new digital technologies that are gaining traction across all industries. This transition is being carried out with an eye on both the short-term and long-term changes that will arise from these new developments. The most critical aspect in a company’s ability…
An multinational team of scientists has created the most detailed 3D picture of the universe to date, with astrophysicists revealing information about the first 7.5 million galaxies out of 35 million. The breathtaking image depicts a cosmic web of galaxies stretching back billions of light-years. And this is simply the beginning of the seven-month-old project….
According to GlobalData, a prominent data and analytics organization, wearable technology will account for 46 percent of the consumer Internet of Things (IoT) market in 2022, followed by automated home (37 percent) and linked automotive (17 percent). According to GlobalData’s study, ‘Tech, Media, & Telecom (TMT) Predictions 2022 – Thematic Research,’ wearable technology will earn…
According to reports, YouTube is developing a new feature that allows viewers to watch content without requiring an internet connection. When Android devices are connected to Wi-Fi, YouTube’s new Smart Downloads feature can automatically download videos. The most recent Smart Downloads function might download up to 20 recommended videos every week. For a limited time,…
Pathway Cycles, a local firm that pioneered the use of e-bikes in South Africa, aims to develop a sustainable business model for its stakeholders while also providing a greener, more affordable solution to those wishing to go around. Pathway Cycles is an eco-friendly delivery service that uses a tried-and-true, trademarked methodology that combines e-bikes, digital…
The attempt by Africa to achieve economic and monetary union dates back many years. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the world’s largest trade deal since the World Trade Organisation, was signed in 2018 by the continent’s leaders (WTO). The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is an agreement that aims to create a…
According to CM.com, many businesses are still responding to changes in the business environment brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. The global crisis prompted many businesses to reconsider how they communicate with their customers and repackage product and service offerings for the new landscape – one defined by digital transformation. This evolution is reflected in…
The COVID-19 disease has infected over 290 million people worldwide, claimed over 5 million lives, and pushed millions into extreme poverty. The pandemic has been devastating in every way, and its impact has been felt in Africa as well, where over 9.7 million cases and 228,000 deaths have been reported. However, the magnitude of the…
While eCommerce has grown in Africa over the years, online shopping on the continent remains significantly lower than the global average. Only around 35% of Africans shop online. This simply demonstrates that many Africans (approximately 65 percent) continue to rely on retailers and small shop owners for their daily household needs such as groceries, utilities,…
Denis Mutirithia, a frontline health-care worker at Isiolo County referral hospital, plays a critical role in saving lives – and he now has a new digital tool to help him do so. The pharmaceutical technologist is responsible for forecasting and preventing shortages and stockouts of critical medical supplies such as contraception. If he receives stock…
Fixit45, a Nigerian startup, has launched its one-stop-shop platform for car owners, connecting them with a variety of necessary services. Fixit45’s current iteration was released in July of last year, but the business and model have evolved over the last two years or so. “So, before Fixit45 became a standalone brand with its own set…
Volvo Cars and self-driving sensor maker Luminar Technologies announced on Wednesday that a hands-free driving system called “Ride Pilot” will be available for the first time in California, though no specific date was given. Volvo intends to use the technology, which will allow the car to fully take over driving tasks in certain limited situations,…
In 2021, more and larger deals were closed in Africa, with tech startups across the continent raising nearly $5 billion. This amount was more than double the previous year’s investment and nine times what was raised five years ago, demonstrating how much the startup scene has changed in recent years. According to a report by…
The rate of digital transformation in Nigeria (and across Africa) is increasing; there were 104.4 million internet users in Nigeria in January 2021, a 19 million (+22 percent) increase between 2020 and 2021. In January 2021, Nigeria’s internet penetration will be 50.0 percent (source). So, what does all of this mean? Because of the increase…
Mercedes-Benz unveiled the Vision EQXX, a solar-powered concept car that can travel more than 1,000 kilometers (648 miles) on a single charge. After several weeks of teasing, Mercedes finally unveiled the vehicle (virtually) at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Because of its sporty intentions and sleek, futuristic design, the Vision EQXX is likely…
Tesla reported record quarterly deliveries on Sunday that far exceeded Wall Street expectations, despite global chip shortages as it ramped up China production. It was the world’s most valuable automaker’s sixth consecutive quarter of record deliveries. Tesla, led by billionaire CEO Elon Musk, delivered 308,600 vehicles in the fourth quarter, far exceeding analysts’ expectations of…
By 2026, the Korean government intends to develop a technology that will allow Korea’s first artificial sun, KSTAR, to maintain 100 million degrees for 300 seconds. The minimum time required for the commercialization of nuclear fusion technology is 300 seconds. On December 30, the Ministry of Science and ICT announced that the 16th National Fusion…
Corporations can achieve unprecedented levels of success by capitalizing on new business and tech trends. As the world recovers from the Covid-19 pandemic, the year 2022 will undoubtedly be a watershed moment. Long before the devastating pandemics of 2020 and 2021, business innovation and technology were already transforming and reshaping the world. Here are some…
The Microsoft Store experience is improving, and it isn’t always due to the enhancements released by Microsoft with the release of Windows 11. The company is working on several fronts, and it recently decided to separate its Office apps from the Microsoft Store. In other words, if you don’t require the entire Office suite, you…
Koko Networks, a Kenya-based bio-fuel technology company, has expanded its business to include other fast-moving consumer goods via a new technology platform that will leverage its established distribution networks in low-income neighborhoods. Koko Club, the company’s new business line, sells the products directly to consumers through the dukas (small shops) that currently serve as agents…
If you’ve heard of non-fungible tokens (NFT) on the Internet, you’ve probably heard of the latest buzzword — Web3. Both terms are coined by supporters of blockchain technology and crypto enthusiasts who believe it is the future of the Internet. Although some, such as Elon Musk, have stated that the term is merely a “marketing…
Last month, Tesla Inc.’s valuation surpassed $1 trillion, making it the fifth company in the world to do so after Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and Alphabet. A $4 billion deal to sell 100,000 vehicles to Hertz, the rental car company, skyrocketed the company’s shares in the single-largest purchase ever for electric vehicles, representing a $4.2 billion…
Micromobility as a concept, a solution, and a way of life began to take hold in 2021. Increased shared micromobility and COVID-enabled public transportation helped to make small electric vehicles mainstream enough for people to consider purchasing their own. As a result, 2021 was the year of the e-bike, with sales increasing by 240 percent…
China’s ruling Communist Party is pressuring Alibaba to enter the difficult and costly business of designing its own processor chips in order to help China become a self-sufficient “technology superpower” — a business unlike anything the world’s largest e-commerce company has done before. T-Head, its 3-year-old chip unit, unveiled its third processor, the Yitian 710,…
“I’ve always loved and wanted to wear African prints more here,” says Bami Adenike, who lives near alluring luxury boutiques in Paris but has a lasting fondness for African wear. Adenike, a 28-year-old Nigerian artist, moved to France in 2016 and has mostly purchased clothes from French fashion retail stores since then due to the…
Year after year, smartphone manufacturers release new models to keep the momentum going. While 2020 was a slow year for manufacturers due to the pandemic, 2021 saw the release of some exciting smartphones, such as Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 3 (Review) and the Galaxy Z Flip 3 (Review), as well as many promising ones that…