A Look at Last Week's Top Tech Stories from Across Africa
Money Fellows Secures $13M To Expand Digital Finance In Africa
Money Fellows , an African fintech platform, has raised $13 million, bringing total funding to over $60 million, to upgrade its digital platform, expand regionally, and boost financial inclusion in underserved African markets.
Copy Cat, Red Hat Push Open Source For EA Enterprises
COPY CAT GROUP , in collaboration with Red Hat , is advocating for increased adoption of open-source technologies among East African enterprises to overcome the limitations of outdated, monolithic systems and accelerate digital transformation.
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Why Nigeria Must Prioritize Cybersecurity
In April 2025, a notorious threat actor known as Ghudra posted an advert on a dark web forum, offering administrator access to the Gombe State Internal Revenue Service (IRS) web application for sale.
Mitsumi Signs Cybersecurity Pact With Barracuda
MITSUMI Distribution has signed a strategic partnership agreement with BARRACUDA NETWORKS LIMITED , aimed at expanding its cybersecurity offerings across African markets.
Visa Announces New Era Of Commerce Featuring AI
Visa kicked off its Global Product Drop by sharing how the combination of AI and digital commerce will mark a significant shift in the way consumers discover and buy products and services.
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i3 Announces 3rd Cohort To Support 7 Startups
Investing in Innovation Africa i3 has announced its 3rd cohort of 7 growth-stage companies working to transform pharmacy services on the continent. i3 is a pan-African initiative to support African healthtech startups.
Standard Chartered Women In Tech Launches Cohort 8
This year’s focus is on bridging the digital divide by empowering women-led startups to create inclusive, accessible technology solutions for underserved communities. Standard Chartered
EV Explorers Unveils Kenya’s First Electric Rhino Charge Vehicle
EV Explorers has become the first team to enter a zero-emissions electric vehicle into the Rhino Charge, an annual off-road 4×4 competition, marking a significant step forward for sustainable mobility in Kenya.
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NTT Data Appoints Hani Nofal As MEA Head Of Technology
NTT DATA has announced the appointment of Hani Nofal as Regional Head for Technology Solutions, Middle East and Africa (MEA), effective May 1, 2025.
C-One Ventures Acquires Bankly
Nigerian Fintech Company, Bankly , has announced the full acquisition of its Nigerian operations by C-One Ventures. The deal will see Bankly’s services, licenses and talent integrated with complementary offerings from other companies within the C-One Ventures portfolio.