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ASUS Zenbook S 14: ASUS announced it showcased its latest technological innovations at the Always Incredible Media Day for IFA 2024 in Berlin, Germany. The company made this announcement on September 4, 2024.  ASUS Zenbook S 14 To Receive New…

AstraZeneca, a global biopharmaceutical company, has joined forces with Tricog Health, an innovator in AI-driven healthcare solutions, and the Kenya Cardiac Society (KCS) to launch an AI-based heart screening initiative in Kenya.  The study, which commenced in May 2024, aims…

Elon Musk’s Starlink has officially launched its satellite internet service in Zimbabwe, three months after securing an operating license in the Southern African nation.  The company will provide its services through a government-approved local partner, IMC Communications. According to Starlink’s…

Salesforce, a provider of customer relationship management (CRM) technology, has announced it will acquire Own Company, a provider of data protection and management solutions, for $1.9 billion in cash. According to the company, the acquisition will accelerate the growth of…

MTN Group’s board announced support for its CEO, Ralph Mupita. This comes after an investigation was done by an independent law firm.  The firm tapped to look into allegations of favoritism raised against the African wireless carrier’s CEO.  MTN Group…

The board of directors of MTN Group, a leading telecommunications giant in Africa, has officially closed an investigation into CEO Ralph Mupita, concluding that there is no evidence of improper conduct.  This decision comes after allegations surfaced regarding favoritism and…

Flutterwave has made a significant move in its leadership by appointing Mitesh Popat as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).  This strategic decision aims to propel the firm into its next phase of growth and enhance its financial sustainability. …

The Competition Tribunal, following a recommendation from the Competition Commission, has approved Telkom’s sale of Swiftnet, the company’s masts and towers business.  The sales to Towerco Bidco, a new entity owned by Actis and Royal Bafokeng, were approved with certain…

Startup expansion is currently reigning in Africa, and Nala is not left behind. Nala, an American company, has received an International Money Transfer Operator (IMTO) license to operate in Uganda.  Nala Licensed To Enhance Cross-Border Payment Services This license, issued…

ChitChat, a Zambian social commerce platform, has announced a partnership with Mastercard to launch new virtual debit cards aimed at enhancing cross-border payments.  This initiative is set to streamline transactions for users by eliminating the need for lengthy bank visits,…