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Cercli, a Payroll Startup Raises $4 million in Seed Funding
Cercli, a payroll startup, has secured $4 million in seed funding with ambitions to revolutionize payroll management across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Cercli’s seed round also had participation from COTU Ventures, Y Combinator, and Rebel Fund,…
Microsoft Set to Host Cybersecurity Conference after Disastrous Outage
Following the catastrophic CrowdStrike software update, Microsoft is set to host a cybersecurity conference this month aimed at addressing the fallout from the CrowdStrike outage. The conference, scheduled for September 10, 2024, at Microsoft’s Redmond, Washington campus, will delve into…
New Updates on US Visa Appointment and More for 2024
The recent transition to a new US visa appointment and payment scheduling system has generated significant interest among applicants, particularly those in Nigeria. As of August 26, 2024, the new system is fully operational, allowing users to manage their US…
New Report on Fuel Price Hike: Uber/Bolt Drivers now Negotiate Prices Off-app
In response to the recent fuel price hike, drivers for ride-hailing companies like Uber and Bolt are increasingly opting to negotiate fares off-app. This shift comes as a direct consequence of the fuel price increase that has significantly impacted the…
Zimbabwe Strengthens its Currency with $190 Million
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe has injected $190 million into the economy to support the Zimbabwean Gold (ZiG). This initiative comes amid rising import costs, declining export prices, and high inflation, which have plagued many African nations. By enhancing its…
Adani Energy to Build World’s Largest Renewable Energy Transmission Network
Adani Energy Solutions Ltd (AESL), a key player in India’s energy sector and part of the diversified Adani Group, has announced a significant milestone in its renewable energy initiatives. The company has successfully completed the acquisition of the Khavda Phase-IV…
Chinese BYD to Launch Showroom in Zambia September 5
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD (Build Your Dreams) is set to make a significant mark in the Zambian automotive market with the launch of its first showroom in the country on September 5, 2024. This move comes as part of…
Binance Pledges $100,000 in Partnership with the Kenya Red Cross Society
Binance, a cryptocurrency exchange, has pledged $100,000 in partnership with the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) to help Kenyan communities struggling due to recent challenges, including the severe floods earlier this year. Kenya Red Cross Society Gets Binance Funding The…
EFCC: Tigran Gambaryan’s Condition not as Bad as Portrayed by Lawyer
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has claimed that the health condition of detained Binance executive, Tigran Gambaryan, is not as bad as his family and lawyer presented. Gambaryan’s family and legal team have previously argued that his health…
Applications are Open for the MEST Africa Challenge 2024
The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa), in collaboration with the Norwegian Embassy, has announced the launch of the 6th edition of the MEST Africa Challenge (MAC). This edition seeks to identify and support exceptional AgriTech entrepreneurs who are…