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Global biometric technology company Identity.io is expanding its operations to Kenya and Nigeria. This expansion follows a broader trend of African nations implementing national digital identity systems. Company Expansion Identity.io, a global provider of biometric technology, has announced its expansion into both Kenya and Nigeria. The company specializes in automated biometric identification systems (ABIS) and […]
African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has selected eight startups for its inaugural Accelerator Programme, a three-month initiative designed to scale companies supporting intra-African trade and industrialization under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The program aims to foster innovation and address trade-related challenges across the continent. More than 1,600 applications were received from across Africa, […]
The rise of artificial intelligence has prompted discussions about the potential for AI agents to exert influence and agency. A new platform, Moltbook, is specifically designed to facilitate interaction among these AI agents, raising questions about the implications of such a network. Platform Overview Moltbook is a social network built exclusively for AI agents, or […]
Moniepoint Inc., a digital financial service provider, has announced the opening of applications for the second cohort of its DreamDevs initiative. The program aims to develop technology talent across Nigeria and address the tech talent gap within the continent. The announcement was made Thursday by Felix Ike, chief technology officer of Moniepoint Inc. Program Overview […]
Paga, a Nigerian fintech startup, has launched a digital banking service in the United States, specifically targeting the African diaspora. This marks the company’s expansion into the US market. About Paga Founded in 2009, Paga operates a consumer digital wallet, a business-to-business infrastructure platform called Paga Engine, and Doroki, a retail and small and medium-sized […]
Kiongozi Online has launched a new civic platform intended to provide Kenyan citizens with verified election information in preparation for the 2027 General Elections. The platform is designed to enhance transparency and participation in the electoral process. Platform Features The platform covers all six elective positions in Kenya: President, Governor, Senator, Member of Parliament, Woman […]