A new category of technology enterprises are disrupting the traditional way of assessing consumer credit risk in emerging markets, according…
Author: Tom Jackson
Tom Jackson
Passionate about the vibrant tech startups scene in Africa, Tom can usually be found sniffing out the continent's most exciting new companies and entrepreneurs, funding rounds and any other developments within the growing ecosystem.
Global software solutions company SAP has launched its Startup Focus Programme in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region…
Africa has become a hub for innovation in the field of medical diagnostic solutions due to the serious challenges faced…
It has been speculated on for years, but now it has finally happened. South African company Mxit, a pioneer in…
International development finance organisation GroFin has opened applications for its US$100 million fund for small and growing African businesses, inviting…
Egyptian startup Edfa3ly, a personal shopper that allows Egyptians to shop from online stores in the United States (US) and…
Team Plugin has won the Negawatt Nairobi Challenge after pitching at the final demo day, winning the chance to represent…
Jobs and learning platform Jobartis emerged the winner of the Angolan leg of the global Seedstars World competition over the…
South African social network Mxit is shutting down commercial operations after a significant fall in user numbers in recent years,…
Startups seeking funding are often unaware of the pros and cons associated with asking for too much or too little,…