African startups led by young women are invited to apply for the AI Ventures Accelerator, a free 12-week program aimed at supporting early-stage ventures. Selected teams will receive technical and business training and may qualify for up to $10,000 in equity-free seed funding. Applications close on Sunday, February 22.

Posted On jeudi, 19 février 2026 06:07 Written by

The Government of Burundi is hosting the 2025 Central Africa Internet Governance Forum in Bujumbura. The event, which began on Monday, February 16, and concludes on Saturday, February 21, centers on the theme of “Digital Technology: A Catalyst for Innovation, Inclusion and Resilience in Central Africa.” Key topics on the agenda include expanding digital access, strengthening digital sovereignty, and closing the digital divide.

Posted On jeudi, 19 février 2026 06:04 Written by

On Wednesday, March 11, Nairobi will host the 26th Connected Banking Summit, bringing together banks, fintech startups, regulators and technology companies to advance the transformation of East Africa’s financial services sector. The summit will focus on payment interoperability, fraud prevention, AI, digital identity and cross-border payments. The event will also feature an awards ceremony recognizing industry initiatives.

Posted On jeudi, 19 février 2026 06:02 Written by
  • Senegal signed a partnership to organize Efest Africa, an international gaming and esports event in Dakar.
  • The national video game market reached an estimated CFA49 billion ($88.5 million) with about 1.7 million regular players in 2025.
  • Authorities aim to position Dakar as a regional innovation hub under the government’s New Technological Deal strategy.

Senegal moved to structure its gaming ecosystem by signing a partnership agreement to organize Efest Africa, an international event dedicated to gaming, esports, technological innovation and digital transformation.

The Senegalese Gamers Association and the Ministry of Communication, Telecommunications and Digital Affairs signed the agreement on Friday, February 13 in Dakar. The agreement defines the framework for preparing the event and sets objectives to strengthen the country’s positioning as an emerging technology hub in Africa.

Alioune Sall attended the signing and said the cooperation framework aims to reinforce Senegal’s technological profile on the continent. The agreement covers the design, promotion and organization of the event. The partners seek to showcase public and private initiatives, promote local startups, attract international investors and boost youth employability in digital and gaming sectors.

The initiative aligns with the government’s strategy to position Dakar as an African innovation pole under the New Technological Deal. The event will facilitate networking among entrepreneurs, mentors, institutions and partners. Under the agreement, SENGAMES will coordinate the project, mobilize partners and oversee the communication strategy, while the ministry will provide institutional backing, technical support and participation in governance bodies.

The signing comes as gaming emerges as a growing segment of Senegal’s digital economy. A 2025 study published by SENGAMES estimated the national video game market at about CFA49 billion ($88.5 million), including spending on games, microtransactions and connectivity. The study estimated that Senegal counts around 1.7 million regular players, or nearly one in ten inhabitants.

In this context, initiatives such as Efest Africa aim to further structure the national ecosystem, promote local content creation and attract investment into a sector that remains nascent but expands rapidly.

At the continental level, gaming and esports growth relies on a young and connected population and improved access to mobile internet. According to game publisher Carry1st and research firm Newzoo, Egypt, Nigeria and South Africa dominate Africa’s gaming market and account for more than half of its total value, driven by rapid smartphone adoption and improved connectivity.

This article was initially published in French by Samira Njoya

Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum

 

Posted On mercredi, 18 février 2026 13:08 Written by
  • Hol Mayissa co-founded KeeCash in 2018 to provide digital payment solutions without relying on traditional banks.
  • The platform offers online accounts and virtual cards funded via Mobile Money or cryptocurrencies.
  • KeeCash targets African users seeking easier access to international online payments.

Hol Mayissa, a Gabonese IT specialist and automation engineer, leads KeeCash, a technology company he co-founded in April 2018 with Gilles Moukoumi to simplify and democratize monetary transactions worldwide.

Mayissa said he wants to enable anyone to pay and get paid anywhere without depending on traditional banking systems. He built the technology in response to a concrete need.

KeeCash operates as a fully digital solution dedicated to online payments. The platform primarily targets users in Africa who often face limitations with local payment methods. The service does not operate as a bank, but it provides users with access to an online account and virtual cards that work on most international websites.

The platform offers what it describes as an “international” and “decentralized” account accessible through a mobile application. Users can fund the account at any time through Mobile Money services or cryptocurrencies, which allows them to deposit funds without going through a traditional bank.

The account supports multiple currencies, including euros and U.S. dollars, which simplifies purchases and payments on foreign websites. The user can monitor transactions in real time through a dashboard that centralizes payments and invoices and provides a clear overview of spending. Beyond online payments, KeeCash also enables account-to-account money transfers between users on the platform.

Mayissa earned a degree in electrical engineering and computer science in 2011 from the University Institute of Technology of Saint-Étienne in France. He later graduated from the University of Bordeaux in 2015 with an engineering degree in automation and mechatronics, specializing in automotive, aeronautics and space industries. Between 2015 and 2018, he worked as an automation engineer at Acsystème, a company that supports industrial firms in improving system performance.

This article was initially published in French by Melchior Koba

Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum

 

Posted On mercredi, 18 février 2026 12:59 Written by
  • Alric Mintsa founded Mbolojob in January 2024 to connect Gabonese professionals with local and international employers.
  • The platform operates as a talent marketplace and targets both domestic candidates and the Gabonese diaspora.
  • Mintsa also serves as Head of IT and Digital Strategy at Sopra Steria Consulting in France.

Alric Mintsa, a Gabonese finance and IT professional, founded Mbolojob, an online employment platform designed to connect Gabonese talent with professional opportunities in Gabon and abroad.

Mintsa developed the platform between Paris and Libreville with the aim of enhancing Gabonese career paths and simplifying the link between recruiters and candidates. He said he wants to transform the way Gabonese professionals access job opportunities.

Mintsa launched Mbolojob in January 2024 as a talent marketplace where candidates can create profiles, showcase their skills and attract recruiters. The platform also serves the Gabonese diaspora by facilitating closer ties with the national labor market.

Recruiters from Gabonese companies, as well as foreign firms operating in Gabon or abroad, can access a broad database of profiles. The candidates come “from all over the world,” which allows employers to target both local talent and members of the diaspora.

In parallel, Mintsa holds the position of Head of IT and Digital Strategy at Sopra Steria Consulting, a management and digital transformation consulting firm in France. He also works as a licensed football players’ agent accredited by the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA).

Mintsa graduated from the University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne in 2008 with a master’s degree in signal information and digital communication. He earned a second master’s degree in financial management in 2009 from the Paris School of Business. He began his professional career in 2009 as a business analyst in securities at HSBC Technology Services in France.

Later in 2009, he joined PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) as an IT auditor. In 2010, he joined SQLI, a European digital transformation group, where he worked successively as an e-banking consultant, insurance consultant and IT consultant. Between 2016 and 2018, he worked as an IT strategy consultant at DXC Technology, a Paris-based digital services company.

This article was initially published in French by Melchior Koba

Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum

 

Posted On mercredi, 18 février 2026 12:50 Written by
  • Morocco signed a partnership agreement with AXA to strengthen national skills in data, artificial intelligence and digital technologies.
  • The program supports Morocco’s 2030 digital strategy, which targets training 100,000 young people annually and creating 240,000 tech jobs by 2030.
  • Universities and public higher education institutions will collaborate with industry to align training with labor market needs.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research and Innovation, and the Ministry of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform signed the agreement with the French insurance group AXA on February 16 in Rabat. The agreement aims to enhance national expertise in data, artificial intelligence and digital technologies.

In recent months, Morocco has multiplied partnerships to expand digital skills development. Alongside public stakeholders, technology groups such as Samsung and Mistral AI have supported these efforts to strengthen technical capabilities.

The framework provides for the deployment of initial and continuing training programs, the development of work-study tracks and support for research and development projects linked to digital transformation. The program also aims to anticipate demand for specialized profiles in areas such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, DevOps and software testing while ensuring closer alignment between training supply and labor market needs.

Under the agreement, universities and public higher education institutions will collaborate with schools overseen by the Ministry of Industry and Trade to strengthen links between academia and the private sector. The partnership also provides for internships, professional immersion schemes and programs designed to facilitate the integration of young graduates into technology sectors.

The agreement forms part of Morocco’s national digital transformation strategy through 2030, which positions human capital development as a central lever of economic competitiveness. The roadmap prioritizes digital skills training, the expansion of artificial intelligence and the creation of qualified jobs.

Morocco plans to train 100,000 young people annually in digital skills and to generate 240,000 jobs in the sector by 2030 to meet rising demand for specialized talent.

The Ministry of Digital Transition said the partnership should help structure a national ecosystem capable of anticipating technological shifts and positioning Morocco as a regional hub for technology professions in support of digital sovereignty and economic competitiveness.

This article was initially published in French by Samira Njoya

Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum

 

Posted On mercredi, 18 février 2026 12:22 Written by

Senegal’s Ministry of Communication and Digital Economy is now accepting applications for Goin’ Digital, a program dedicated to startups innovating in AI, deep tech, and geospatial solutions. Selected participants will receive technical and business mentorship, access to high-tech infrastructure, seed grants, and exclusive networking opportunities with partners and investors.

Posted On mercredi, 18 février 2026 10:06 Written by

On May 27-28, 2026, the Healthcare Innovation Summit Africa will bring together hospital executives, policymakers, digital specialists, healthcare providers, investors and health-tech startups in Johannesburg. This year’s edition will focus on connected care and smarter health systems, highlighting practical approaches to improving access, efficiency and patient outcomes through digital health and artificial intelligence.

Posted On mercredi, 18 février 2026 08:27 Written by

Spiro, a company specializing in rent-to-own electric motorcycles, has secured $7 million in debt financing from Nithio, a US-based climate investor. The funding will accelerate the rollout of electric bikes and the expansion of battery infrastructure, including swapping stations, across several African markets.

Posted On mercredi, 18 février 2026 07:58 Written by
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