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The inaugural Algerian Digital Summit is set to take place from April 23 to 25, 2024, at the Moufdi Zakaria Cultural Center in Algiers. The event, announced on March 20, is born from the consolidation of the Digital African Summit and ICT Maghreb.
Tunisian authorities announced on Monday, March 25, the official adoption of online birth certificates for administrative procedures related to the Ministry of the Interior’s services. This provision extends to Tunisians living abroad, who can now use these online birth certificates for applications or renewals of national identity cards and passports.
On March 20, the Egyptian Space Agency (ESA) and the Chinese Space Administration (CASC) signed a protocol agreement in Cairo for the operation of the EgyptSat-2 satellite. The agreement includes provisions for CASC's support in the peaceful utilization of space and the promotion of sustainable development in Egypt.
Togo's capital, Lomé, is set to host Artificial Intelligence Week (AIW) from June 4 to June 8, an event that aims to unite tech enthusiasts, innovators, and thought leaders. The conference themed "L’IA au Togo et en Afrique : état des lieux, opportunités et enjeux sociétaux (AI in Togo and Africa: Current Status, Opportunities, and Societal Challenges)," seeks to foster sharing, learning, and shaping the future of AI.
Nigerian neobank Brass has raised an undisclosed amount of funding to support its operations, Techcabal reported on Tuesday. The startup recently faced disruptions following a partner withdrawal but has now processed pending transactions. Brass plans to use the new funding to accelerate growth within the Nigerian market.
Nigerian financial technology startup Kuda has secured operating licenses in Tanzania and Canada, tech news platform Techcabal reported on Monday. These licenses will allow Kuda to offer money transfer and multi-currency wallet services to users in these new markets.
Egyptian healthtech firm 30Med, which seeks to connect pharmaceutical companies and doctors by simplifying the introduction of new drugs through iterative videos, announced last week that it has successfully closed an undisclosed funding round.
The company plans to use the funds to enhance its platform and expand its presence in the medical community.
Last week, Pan-African organization AfricTivistes which focuses on promoting democratic values, human rights and good governance through civic technology launched its Cybersecurity Open Classroom, a free three-month e-learning program designed to boost participants' cybersecurity skills. The program currently has 441 learners enrolled.
Estonian e-mobility startup Bolt has launched operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to local media reports. This marks Bolt's 16th African market expansion. To forester its growth, the company will waive driver commission fees, a strategy used in previous launches including Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe, and Egypt earlier this year.
The Africa Digital Transformation Forum (FITD AFRICA 2024) is set to take place in Lomé, Togo’s capital, on May 21 and 22. The event is designed to foster digital growth across the continent. This year’s forum will center on pivotal sectors including energytech, artificial intelligence, blockchain, cybersecurity, virtual reality, and e-health, showcasing the broad scope of digital transformation.
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Nigerian e-health startup MDaaS Global announced Wednesday it has raised $3 million in a pre-Series A funding round. The company plans to use the capital to enhance its technology and expand its BeaconHealth Diagnostics network across all 36 states of Nigeria.
The 4th edition of the Cyber Africa Forum (CAF) is set to take place in Côte d’Ivoire on April 15 and 16. This year’s theme, “Cyber risks and artificial intelligence: what defense strategies in the face of new digital threats?” aims to foster strategic discussions on the role of AI in enhancing cybersecurity and the challenges it poses.
MoneyHash, an Africa and Middle East-based fintech startup specializing in payment orchestration, last week announced the closure of a $4.5 million seed funding round. The company plans to use the capital to enhance its technology and expand within the MEA region.
Nigerian fintech firm BFREE specializing in credit management, announced on Thursday, February 29, that it has successfully raised $2.95 million in a funding round. The company, which has operations in Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana, plans to use the new capital to expand its risk management solutions for banks and lenders.