Husk Power launches Africa Sunshot initiative

Husk Power Systems has announced the “Africa Sunshot” initiative, with a goal of having 2 500 net-zero minigrids operating in off-grid and weak-grid communities in the region within five years. The company expects to mobilize $500-million in equity and...

Metaverse could transform African digital landscape

The African proverb, “If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together,” captures the spirit of collective progress. As the world grapples with the emerging concept of the metaverse–a virtual shared space, facilitated by the...

The Match Exchange named as Africa’s top tech innovator

The Match Exchange has been awarded the title of Tech Innovator for Southern Africa 2023 at the third annual KPMG Private Enterprises Tech Innovator competition. The competition, which recognises leading technology innovators and future tech titans, provides the...

inDrive launches ride-hailing service in Lesotho

inDrive has introduced its ride-hailing service in Lesotho. Unlike conventional ride-hailing apps, inDrive permits drivers and passengers to determine their own fares, rather than complying with prices set by algorithms. Passengers can describe their trip and suggest...

Ukheshe partners with Diamond Trust Bank

Banking as a Service (BaaS) and embedded finance enabler Ukheshe has partnered with Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) to provide an innovative BaaS platform in East Africa. BaaS, the provision of banking products and services through third-party distributors, is expected to...

The metaverse: Africa’s gateway to inclusive digital economies

The metaverse, a captivating virtual world of shared digital spaces, offers an innovative platform for a thriving and inclusive digital economy. The concept is still in its early stages, but as governments and businesses across Africa explore the metaverse for digital...