The Bank of Uganda has granted Tanzanian fintech NALA an International Money Transfer Operator (IMTO) license, the fintech announced on August 29. This allows NALA to expand its operations in Uganda by integrating directly with mobile money services, offering users a seamless way to transfer funds into local mobile wallets and enhancing the efficiency and security of cross-border payments.

NALA facilitates money transfers from the UK, US, and EU to several African countries, including Uganda. It has collaborated closely with the Bank of Uganda to meet regulatory requirements, contributing to an increase in foreign exchange supply, which is vital for economic growth.

Posted On lundi, 02 septembre 2024 14:22 Written by

As an IT project manager and application developer, he has implemented various technological solutions across different sectors in Côte d'Ivoire. One of his most well-known products is a telemedicine application.

Anicet Amani (photo) is an Ivorian computer scientist and entrepreneur, and the founder and CEO of Skan Technologies, which specializes in software development and technological innovation.

Founded in 2011, Skan Technologies has developed several technological solutions across Africa. Its flagship product, SkanMed, is a telemedicine application that allows users to find a doctor and receive consultations remotely via video calls. After the consultation, the doctor can prescribe medication and/or recommend tests. SkanMed also enables users to order home healthcare services.

Another notable product from the startup is SkanTicket, an electronic ticketing application. This free solution allows users to create custom events, offer tickets or invitations online, promote their events, and manage access control on the day of the event.

Skan Technologies has also initiated other projects, such as SkanPhoto and SkanNpay. SkanPhoto is a photo sales application that, using facial recognition, allows anyone photographed at an event to automatically find their pictures. SkanNpay is a mobile payment app that facilitates payments via QR code.

Amani holds a master's degree in electronics, electrotechnics, automation, and computer science, obtained in 2009 from Félix Houphouët-Boigny University in Côte d'Ivoire. He began his career in 2010 at SA TIERI (Engineering, Studies, and Industrial Realizations) as an automation engineer, where he developed simulator systems. In 2012, he joined the software company VEONE Technologies as a Java project manager. From 2013 to 2019, he served as a solutions integration engineer at MTN in Côte d'Ivoire.

Melchior Koba

 

Posted On lundi, 02 septembre 2024 13:40 Written by

The Mauritian government has rolled out several ambitious programs to boost the country's digital transformation. Early results are promising, with modern infrastructure and digital public services becoming a reality.

Mauritius launched its Mobil ID, a digital identity card, on Thursday, marking a significant milestone in its digital transition.

The event, presided over by Technology Minister Deepak Balgobin, also showcased the Mobile Wallet Application (MWA), the tool through which the digital ID can be obtained.

Balgobin said the Mobil ID is more than a technological innovation; it represents a decisive government commitment to modernizing the nation. "Mauritius stands out as the first African country to adopt a digital identity card that meets international ISO standards. This technological advancement positions our country at the forefront, reinforcing our role as a leader in this new digital era," he stated.

The Mobil ID is the result of a collaboration between Thales and Harel Mallac Technologies. It is a key component of the "Digital Mauritius 2030" strategy, which aims to make digitalization one of the main pillars of the Mauritian economy. This ambitious strategy includes significant investments in digital infrastructure, digital skills training, and transforming public administration into a fully digital model. Supporting this initiative, Mauritius Telecom (MT) expanded its 5G network nationwide as early as June.

According to DataReportal figures published at the beginning of 2024, Mauritius had approximately 982,500 Internet users out of a population of 1.3 million, reflecting the population's growing embrace of the digital age.

The Mobil ID stands out for its advanced features, allowing citizens to report a change of address or declare the loss of their physical identity card. It also facilitates the electronic signing of official documents. To ensure user security, the Mobil ID incorporates two verification systems and dual authentication, providing effective protection against identity theft.

Samira Njoya

 

Posted On lundi, 02 septembre 2024 12:11 Written by

He has over 12 years of experience in software engineering, data science, artificial intelligence, and business development. With his latest venture, he aims to make cutting-edge AI technologies more accessible to businesses.

Idris Babatunde Olayemi (photo), a trained computer scientist and Nigerian entrepreneur, is the co-founder and CEO of InovaAI, a company specializing in artificial intelligence.

Founded in 2023, InovaAI provides AI-driven solutions to address complex challenges across the continent. The company offers an AI marketplace that allows businesses to access solutions via APIs (application programming interfaces) without requiring technical expertise. InovaAI also helps machine learning and AI engineers monetize their models.

InovaAI's mission is to make AI technology accessible to everyone in Africa. Among its flagship products is BetaBird, a solution designed to optimize the health and productivity of poultry. Through this application, farmers can detect poultry diseases early, assess egg quality, and significantly enhance their farming experience.

In addition to his role at InovaAI, Olayemi is the founder and CEO of Babtech Computers, a tech company established in 2020. Babtech Computers offers IT education services, software development, and training programs aimed at international-level businesses.

Olayemi also serves as the technical lead at Connetmi Live Market, an online commerce platform that allows sellers to interact directly with their customers and prospects.

Before venturing into entrepreneurship, Olayemi worked as a software developer in several Nigerian companies from 2013 to 2018. He later joined Diamond Bank as a data specialist. In 2019, he was appointed as a data scientist at The Emel Group, a wholesale trading company.

Melchior Koba

 

Posted On lundi, 02 septembre 2024 11:32 Written by

Amazon has been expanding its presence in Africa for years. As the company celebrates its 20th anniversary on the continent, it is setting ambitious goals to achieve by 2029.

Amazon.com Inc's cloud computing unit, Amazon Web Services (AWS), plans to invest an additional $1.7 billion in Africa by 2029 to expand its cloud and artificial intelligence services, the company said on Thursday. The investment was announced at the AWS Summit 2024 in Johannesburg.

"The AWS community in Sub-Saharan Africa is thriving," said Chris Erasmus, AWS Managing Director for South Africa. "We have thousands of AWS customers in Sub-Saharan Africa today, and we see this as an incredibly strategic growth area for us. [...] We have over 6,000 partners helping us build and deliver our business value."

The investment is part of Amazon's celebration of its 20th anniversary in Africa. In 2020, the company followed Google by launching data centers on the continent. In October 2024, it launched its online retail service in South Africa, the second African country where it has introduced this service, following Egypt.

Amazon's investment will also focus on generative AI, highlighting Amazon Bedrock, its platform that enables businesses to create and develop generative AI applications.

Adoni Conrad Quenum

 

Posted On lundi, 02 septembre 2024 10:06 Written by

Nairobi, Africa’s Silicon Savannah, will host the AfricArena Nairobi Summit during Africa Climate Tech Week from September 3-4, 2024.

The event will highlight over 20 top climate tech and green economy startups, showcasing innovations and reinforcing Nairobi’s role as a key driver in Africa’s tech and investment scene.

The summit will feature startups like Aquarech, RHEA Soil Health, and iShamba Limited, along with 6 Korean startups expanding into Africa.

Posted On dimanche, 01 septembre 2024 19:27 Written by

Omnisient, a South African startup focused on privacy-preserving data collaboration, has raised $7.5 million in Series A funding from Arise, an investor in African financial service providers and fintechs. The startup announced the funding on August 27.

The investment will fuel Omnisient’s expansion into markets in Africa, the UK, the US and the Middle East. It will also allow Omnisient to partner with larger data providers, expanding financial services access globally.

Posted On dimanche, 01 septembre 2024 17:09 Written by

Flutterwave has secured a Payment Systems Operator (PSO) license from the Bank of Uganda, enabling it to offer its payment solutions to businesses in the east-african country. The company announced this new move on August 28.

This milestone allows Ugandan businesses to accept various payment methods, including mobile money, bank transfers and cards, while also facilitating easy remittances from the diaspora.

The expansion allows businesses to boost growth and efficiency by capitalizing on Flutterwave’s solutions, including payment collection, seamless payouts and invoicing.

Posted On dimanche, 01 septembre 2024 12:30 Written by

He's dedicated to helping children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) thrive. He provides virtual reality tools to assist therapists in their work.

Ahmad Al-Kabbany is an Egyptian computer scientist and entrepreneur, and the founder and CEO of VRapeutic, a startup specializing in the development of therapeutic and rehabilitation solutions through innovative software.

Founded in 2017, VRapeutic harnesses the power of virtual reality (VR) to create therapeutic experiences. The company integrates biofeedback and artificial intelligence into its solutions, aiming to enhance the quality of therapy sessions for children with autism and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

VRapeutic allows therapists to deliver personalized content through supervised sessions while monitoring the impact of the therapy program through both short- and long-term progress of the children. The content developed by the startup is based on scientific data and is provided under the supervision of experienced doctors and therapists.

The startup is a former participant in the Flat6Labs Cairo accelerator and the Invest Ottawa pre-acceleration program. Since 2020, it has been part of UNICEF's Innovation Fund portfolio.

In addition to leading VRapeutic, Ahmad Al-Kabbany is a founding member of the Intelligent Systems Lab, established in 2018. This lab focuses on research in intelligent and autonomous systems, image and video processing, computer vision, image synthesis, immersive technologies, signal analysis, and data science.

He is also a founding member of the Multimedia Interaction and Communication Lab, launched in 2024. This lab explores new ways to encode signals and improve human-computer and media interactions.

Ahmad Al-Kabbany holds a master's degree in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering, obtained in 2008 from the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport in Egypt. He also earned a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering in 2016 from the University of Ottawa, Canada.

Melchior Koba

Posted On vendredi, 30 août 2024 16:18 Written by

E-commerce in Côte d'Ivoire has seen a surge in recent years, with a marked increase in online retail sites and sales volume.

Key players in Côte d'Ivoire's e-commerce sector gathered in Abidjan on Wednesday and Thursday to discuss the future of the industry. The market, valued at over XOF280 billion (€421.6 million) in 2023, is expected to see a compound annual growth rate of 11.3% through 2027, according to figures presented at the strategic workshop.

The workshop, initiated by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry in collaboration with the consulting firm Marabu, focused on promoting a national strategic vision for e-commerce development. The goal is to cultivate a competitive, inclusive, and sustainable digital ecosystem.

"We aim to position Côte d'Ivoire as a regional hub in this rapidly expanding sector. We are here to collaborate, exchange ideas, and develop initiatives that will foster a competitive, inclusive, and sustainable digital ecosystem," stated Sylla Kalilou, Director General of External Trade, who represented Minister of Commerce and Industry Souleymane Diarrassouba.

Like many African nations, consumers in Côte d'Ivoire are increasingly attracted to online shopping, driven by both local and international e-commerce platforms like Jumia, Afrimarket, and Africashop, which provide a diverse array of products and services. However, despite this rapid growth, the Ivorian e-commerce market remains largely underdeveloped, with many startups facing challenges in establishing themselves.

Through this initiative, the government aims to facilitate dialogue among stakeholders in the sector to enhance e-commerce in Côte d'Ivoire. The initiative also seeks to communicate ongoing reforms, which include drafting and validating a new e-commerce law, implementing a national e-commerce strategy, creating a strategic action plan through 2028, and developing regulations for a public-private consultation framework.

Samira Njoya

 

Posted On vendredi, 30 août 2024 15:31 Written by
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