Egypt
Egypt Maintains Interest Rate at 19.25% in September 2023 Meeting
In its September 2023 meeting, the Central Bank of Egypt opted to keep its key overnight deposit rate unchanged at 19.25%, maintaining the ...
Ghana
Ghana: Mastercard’s Inaugural Fintech Day in Ghana Fuels Financial Inclusion and Innovation
In a groundbreaking event for West Africa, Mastercard hosted its first-ever Mastercard Fintech Day in Accra, Ghana. This gathering brought together influential figures ...
News
Nigeria: NCC CEO Emphasizes AI’s Potential to Tackle Africa’s Challenges
Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has highlighted how Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven solutions can effectively ...
News
Tanzania Reiterates Commitment to Combat Cybercrime Across ICT Landscape
Tanzania has underscored its unwavering dedication and collaborative efforts in combating all types of cybercrime carried out through Information and Communication Technology (ICT). ...
Global
Global: Cisco to Acquire Cybersecurity Firm Splunk in $28 Billion Deal
Cisco Systems has announced its acquisition of cybersecurity firm Splunk in a landmark deal valued at approximately $28 billion. This significant move represents ...
News
Africa’s Tech Visionary Turned Federal Minister, Bosun Tijani to share agenda for Nigeria’s digital economy at Moonshot 2023
TechCabal, the leading convener of audacious players in Africa’s technology landscape, has announced the participation of the new Minister of Communications, Innovation, and ...
Global
Global: UK Launches £1 Billion Fintech Fund to Compete with Silicon Valley
The UK has established a significant investment vehicle aimed at supporting growth-stage financial technology companies until they can go public, with the goal ...
Africa
Africa Money and DeFi Summit and Amazon Web Services Partner to Drive Digital Transformation in Africa
Africa Money and DeFi Summit, creators of Africa Tech Summit are delighted to announce its partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) a subsidiary ...
Ghana
Ghana’s Government Faces Bankruptcy, Seeks 17th IMF Rescue Amid Economic Crisis
Ghana’s government teeters on the edge of bankruptcy, resulting in its 17th financial rescue from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) since gaining independence ...
News
Nigeria: Federal Government and WEMA Bank Collaborate to Train 2 Million Youths in Digital Skills
The Federal Government, in collaboration with WEMA Bank, has finalized plans to provide digital skills training to two million young people. Mr. Olusola ...