Qualcomm invites African deep-tech startups to join 2026 ‘Make in Africa’ mentorship cohort
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em 29/01/2026
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Global wireless technology leader Qualcomm has opened applications for the latest edition of its Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Programme, an equity-free initiative designed to support early-stage African startups building hardware and end-to-end solut...
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Microsoft and SABC Plus set to unlock AI and digital skills for millions of South Africans
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em 29/01/2026
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Together, Microsoft and the SABC intend to integrate AI fluency modules, refresh digital literacy pathways, and co-brand digital badges into the SABC Plus platform. ...
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Wave Senegal launches virtual visa card to drive digital payment inclusion
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em 28/01/2026
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In partnership with Visa and Ecobank, fintech firm Wave unveils a new in-app virtual card to simplify and secure online payments across Senegal and beyond....
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Ozow appoints Catherine Korsten as Chief Growth Officer
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em 27/01/2026
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As CGO, she will oversee the company’s expansion strategies, focusing on deepening Ozow’s footprint within the South African market and enhancing merchant-centric value propositions....
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Microsoft launches Maia 200 AI accelerator for Azure Cloud Infrastructure
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em 27/01/2026
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Maia 200 is specifically designed for compute‑intensive AI inference and integrates seamlessly into Microsoft Azure....
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BoxCommerce and Mastercard introduce prepaid card solution to speed SME access to revenue
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em 26/01/2026
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BoxCommerce is an e-commerce platform designed to empower small and medium-sized businesses in emerging markets. It offers a comprehensive suite of tools for building online stores, managing inventory, processing payments, and handling logistics. ...
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Why agentic AI is a game changer for African businesses
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Catherine De Klerk, Customer Success Manager at ADG
em 26/01/2026
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How South African businesses can unlock ROI from investment into AI
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em 26/01/2026
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Artificial intelligence has reached a tipping point. Globally, the AI market is expected to surpass $1,8-trillion by 2030, with generative AI alone attracting nearly $34-billion in private investment this year.
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Creatio and Wipfli form partnership to support business process automation across industries
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em 23/01/2026
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Collaboration brings together advisory services and a no-code, AI-enabled platform to support workflow and CRM initiatives...
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SAP opens applications for Young Professionals training programme in Botswana for 2026 intake
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em 22/01/2026
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Two-month digital training initiative aims to prepare recent graduates for entry-level roles in the SAP consulting ecosystem....
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Domains.co.za introduces locally built “bio link” platform for South African creators and businesses
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em 22/01/2026
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New domain-based tool turns a single branded link into a lightweight digital hub, offering a homegrown alternative to international link-in-bio services....
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Andi On Demand targets Africa’s informal services economy with mobile-first marketplace launch
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em 22/01/2026
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South African startup introduces a digital platform designed to connect households and businesses with verified service professionals, aiming to bring structure, trust and scalability to a largely offline sector....
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What’s next in AI: 7 trends to watch in 2026
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Susanna Ray, Author at The Microsoft Cloud Blog
em 21/01/2026
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Zimbabwe fintech Ndarama debuts regulated tokenised investing and mobile-based USD lending
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em 20/01/2026
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New platform connects real-world asset tokens to everyday mobile money, lowering the barrier to investment and credit access...
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Pnet Report warns of growing software developer shortage in South Africa
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em 19/01/2026
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New labour market analysis highlights rising demand for digital skills and a widening gap in qualified talent...
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Breedj builds an AI-driven bridge between african talent and global employers
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em 19/01/2026
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Platform combines compliance, payroll and AI-based matching to help companies hire and manage remote teams across borders...
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Hashgraph Ventures backs Africa’s largest Web3 Hackathon with $1 million commitment
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em 19/01/2026
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Investment aims to strengthen the continent’s developer ecosystem and accelerate real-world adoption of blockchain and AI-driven solutions...
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WIOCC bets on owned infrastructure with national data center build-out in South Africa
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em 15/01/2026
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After securing new growth financing, the connectivity group moves to acquire a multi-city portfolio that broadens its reach from fiber networks into physical digital assets....
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AI Is The New Divide: South African Entrepreneurs must adapt or be left behind
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Petro Magos, founder of Magos Media and Venteri Capital
em 15/01/2026
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Infobip strengthens leadership to drive growth and innovation
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em 15/01/2026
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Infobip announces key leadership changes with promotions of internal executives, effective 1 January 2026...
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