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LinkSenAI targets global demand for digital talent by sourcing engineers based in Senegal.
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The company focuses on data, cloud, and software development services for European clients, especially in France.
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Founder Wedji Kane combines entrepreneurship with roles in major firms and tech ecosystem leadership.
Wedji Kane has built a model that connects Senegalese technology professionals with international companies seeking digital expertise. She leads LinkSenAI, an IT services company specializing in tech talent recruitment.
She founded LinkSenAI in 2025 to recruit qualified professionals in technology and data based in Senegal and deploy them on digital projects worldwide. The company targets European demand, particularly in France, while promoting local expertise.
Moreover, she positions Senegal as a competitive player in the global digital economy by aligning local capabilities with international business needs.
LinkSenAI delivers services across several technical segments. The company designs reports and performance indicators and implements decision-support tools. It also develops modern web applications and user interfaces.
In addition, the firm manages performance and cybersecurity requirements and deploys cloud-based solutions. Through this range of capabilities, the company addresses the full lifecycle of digital transformation projects.
Alongside her entrepreneurial role, Wedji Kane coordinates ecosystem initiatives. She served as coordinator of SALTIS 2025, a national summit focused on artificial intelligence and innovation.
At the same time, she works as a data engineer at Carrefour France. She previously held the same position from 2022 to 2025 at Onepoint. These roles strengthen her operational expertise and industry network.
Wedji Kane completed her engineering training in France. She graduated in 2021 from ENSEIRB-MATMECA with a degree in telecommunications engineering.
She then earned an engineering degree in artificial intelligence in 2022 from Mines Paris – PSL. This academic background supports her positioning at the intersection of data engineering, AI, and global tech talent development.
This article was initially published in French by Melchior Koba
Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum
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Niger rolls out a biometric ID system under the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) to strengthen digital sovereignty.
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The program integrates centralized biometric data, including fingerprints, facial recognition, and electronic signatures.
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Authorities combine infrastructure investment and local skills development to reduce reliance on foreign solutions.
Abdourahamane Tiani officially launched the rollout of the biometric national identity card of the Alliance of Sahel States on Friday, March 27 in Niamey. The government positions the initiative as a key step in modernizing identification systems and strengthening national digital sovereignty.
Moreover, the authorities frame identity management as a strategic pillar in the country’s broader digital transformation agenda.
The program relies on a secure biometric identification system that collects and integrates unique personal data. The system records fingerprints, captures digital facial images, and applies electronic signatures that comply with international standards.
According to authorities, centralized and secured databases store this information and enable reliable citizen identification. The system reduces identity fraud risks and facilitates access to public services. At the same time, it guarantees the authenticity of official documents.
Beyond the physical card, the government builds an advanced data infrastructure. The program includes the construction of a modern data center and the deployment of secure systems that ensure centralized and reliable management of national resources.
Furthermore, this architecture strengthens data sovereignty and improves the reliability of exchanges between government administrations.
The government adopted the project on December 26, 2025, during a Council of Ministers meeting. The initiative aligns with the digital transformation strategy of the Alliance of Sahel States, which includes Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso. The bloc aims to build sovereign digital infrastructure across member states.
In addition, authorities plan to develop local expertise through training programs. They aim to ensure system sustainability and reduce dependence on external providers.
The government established a monitoring committee to oversee the production of biometric ID cards and electronic passports. Authorities report that e-passports have reached the finalization phase.
The project also benefits from technical expertise provided by Al Itisal Aljadeed, which specializes in network technologies, data centers, and biometric identification solutions.
Samira Njoya
The FINCA Ventures Prize supports for-profit startups in Africa with at least one African founder that are already generating revenue. Applicants must operate in Sub-Saharan Africa and focus on fintech for financial inclusion or sustainable agriculture. Finalists can receive up to $100,000 in grants. Applications are open until Friday, April 10.
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Send Me integrates marketplace, payments, and delivery into a single platform in Sierra Leone.
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The startup targets local commerce efficiency by connecting customers, vendors, and couriers.
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Founder Emmanuel Lahai combines e-commerce and fintech experience to address payment challenges.
In Freetown, Emmanuel Lahai develops a digital platform that connects customers, vendors, and delivery providers within a single ecosystem. He founded and leads Send Me, a company operating at the intersection of food delivery and online commerce.
Moreover, he positions the platform as a localized solution designed to streamline everyday transactions.
Founded in 2019, Send Me aligns with Sierra Leone’s broader digital development trend. The company aims to facilitate daily buying and selling through an accessible online system.
The platform integrates a marketplace, secure payment solutions, and delivery services into a single interface. As a result, users can select products, complete transactions, and receive deliveries without leaving the platform.
Furthermore, this integrated model simplifies processes, accelerates transactions, and enhances security while adapting to local market conditions.
Send Me collaborates with multiple restaurants across Freetown. The platform offers a range of meals that reflect local flavors and the diversity of the city’s culinary scene.
Therefore, the company strengthens visibility for local businesses while expanding consumer access to food services.
In parallel, Emmanuel Lahai works as project manager for Kala, a financial technology platform designed to address challenges in payments and money transfers in Sierra Leone.
Previously, he served as chief executive officer of Fahrenheit Engineering Company from 2021 to 2024. This experience reinforces his operational and managerial expertise.
Emmanuel Lahai completed his higher education across multiple countries. He earned a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering in 2023 from Southeast University.
He also obtained a bachelor’s degree in software engineering in 2025 from Limkokwing University of Creative Technology. This dual background supports his positioning at the intersection of infrastructure and digital technology.
This article was initially published in French by Melchior Koba
Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum
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Ensibuuko digitizes SACCOs and informal savings groups through a SaaS fintech platform.
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The company enables multi-channel payments and USSD-based mobile banking without smartphones.
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The startup operates in multiple African markets and targets expansion to 15 countries by 2028.
Ensibuuko offers a SaaS platform that digitizes core operations of community-based financial institutions. The system manages members, tracks savings, processes loans, executes payments, and supports governance functions.
The company replaces paper-based systems and manual processes that remain widespread in rural areas with secure and interconnected digital tools.
Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Kampala, the startup was launched by Opio Obwangamoi David.
Ensibuuko integrates more than standard management software capabilities. The platform supports multi-channel payments, including mobile money, bank transfers, and wallet-to-wallet transfers.
In addition, the system provides mobile banking services via USSD. This feature allows users to deposit, withdraw, and check balances without requiring a smartphone.
Ensibuuko positions itself as an infrastructure layer between informal finance and traditional banking systems. The platform generates transaction data that enables partner financial institutions to assess risk more effectively.
Furthermore, these data-driven insights support the deployment of credit through embedded lending models.
The company has already deployed its solution in several African countries, including Tanzania, Malawi, Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire, and Ghana.
Ensibuuko plans to expand to around 15 countries by 2028. The company reports that it has connected more than 20,000 institutions and reached over one million end users. It also states that cumulative loan volumes on its platform exceed $780 million.
By targeting the foundational infrastructure of microfinance, Ensibuuko reflects a broader shift in African fintech. Companies increasingly build digital rails rather than focus solely on end-user applications.
As a result, this approach supports financial inclusion at scale by enabling more efficient, data-driven access to credit and financial services.
This article was initially published in French by Adoni Conrad Quenum
Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum
On Friday, March 27, BFA Global and FSD Africa announced $273,000 in funding, along with additional support, for four East African startups under the Triggering Exponential Climate Action (TECA) program. The companies are developing solutions in clean energy, cold chain logistics and carbon market access, aiming to help vulnerable communities cope with climate change impacts while working toward commercial viability.
WhatsApp is rolling out new features aimed at improving user experience. Users can now manage storage more easily, transfer chats between iOS and Android, and run two accounts on a single iPhone. The update, being released gradually worldwide, also adds sticker suggestions, photo editing tools and AI writing assistance.
The startup is targeting the still nascent food delivery market by digitising the entire process, from ordering to payment, to improve transaction transparency for restaurants.
Madyo is an e-commerce platform developed by a Malawian startup that connects users with restaurants in the country’s main cities. The company, based in the capital Lilongwe, was founded in 2021 by Mike Kachembwe.
The platform is available as a mobile app on iOS and Android, with just over a hundred downloads so far. Users can browse menus, place orders and track deliveries in real time. It also features an AI-powered recommendation system that suggests dishes based on user preferences and local consumption patterns.
The app integrates widely used mobile money services to facilitate payments. Average delivery time is around 30 minutes, with real-time tracking.
For restaurants, the platform provides an additional sales channel, helping them reach more customers without investing in their own logistics. For users, it offers a wider range of options while reducing the need to travel.
The service reflects a broader trend toward digitizing urban services across Africa. As smartphone penetration rises and consumer habits evolve, delivery platforms are gaining traction, particularly in large cities.
Since its launch, Madyo says it has more than 50,000 customers and over 500 partner restaurants. “We are transforming last-mile logistics in Malawi. Our platform covers the full delivery process,” the company said.
Adoni Conrad Quenum
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Easy Bank positions itself as a digital intermediary to simplify access to credit and banking products
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The platform aggregates offers from partner banks and negotiates better financing terms for users
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Founder Mohamed Khelifi leverages banking experience to streamline customer financing journeys
Mohamed Khelifi operates as a Tunisian fintech entrepreneur focused on improving access to financial services. He co-founded and leads Easy Bank as chief executive officer.
Khelifi leverages digital tools to redesign the financing journey for individuals, which often remains constrained by complex administrative procedures.
Easy Bank, founded in 2023, positions itself as a banking and financial intermediation company rather than a traditional bank. The company aims to make banking services simpler, faster and more transparent for individuals.
The platform centralizes multiple services related to credit applications and banking guidance. It connects users with a network of partner banks, allowing each customer to access several financing offers without contacting institutions individually.
Moreover, Easy Bank negotiates more favorable financing conditions for its clients when possible, particularly in terms of costs.
At the same time, the platform directs users toward banks and products that match their profiles. It assesses factors such as loan type, repayment capacity and personal situation to optimize recommendations.
In addition, Easy Bank provides complementary services, including identity verification, profile analysis and simplified access to certain bancassurance products. The company delivers these services through agreements with partner banks and insurance firms.
Mohamed Khelifi also co-founded X-Mall, a virtual shopping center launched in 2023 for employees of large companies. The platform offers payment facilities of up to twelve months, with repayments directly deducted from salaries.
This initiative complements his broader strategy to expand access to financial solutions through digital ecosystems.
Mohamed Khelifi graduated from IHEC Sousse in 2006 with a degree in finance and actuarial science. He also earned a master’s degree in risk management and insurance from ESC Tunis in 2007.
He started his career in 2007 as an account manager at Société Générale Group. He then joined Tunis International Bank in 2008 in a similar role.
In 2010, he moved to Zitouna Bank, where he served as branch manager. From 2022 to 2023, he held the same position at Bank ABC Tunisia before launching his fintech ventures.
This article was initially published in French by Melchior Koba
Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum
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WeeWee Delivery connects e-commerce sellers with independent couriers across Algeria
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The platform streamlines parcel shipping through a centralized digital interface
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Founder Sami Kehal leverages technology to improve speed, cost and user experience
Sami Kehal leads WeeWee Delivery as founder and chief executive officer. He positions the platform as a technology-driven solution to simplify parcel shipping across Algeria.
He builds the business in response to the rapid growth of e-commerce, which increases demand for flexible and efficient delivery services.
WeeWee Delivery, founded in 2021, offers an intuitive platform designed to save time, reduce costs and improve user convenience. The company aims to deliver a faster and smoother experience than traditional logistics solutions, which users often consider slow and complex.
The platform connects e-commerce merchants and individuals who need to ship parcels with independent couriers registered on WeeWee. The user submits a delivery request online, and an available courier collects the parcel and delivers it to the recipient.
Moreover, the company operates a centralized interface that simplifies procedures for both senders and couriers.
WeeWee Delivery handles a wide range of everyday shipments. The platform delivers standard parcels, meals, flowers, gifts, medicines and documents.
This diversity enables the company to serve online stores, physical retailers and individual customers with varied logistics needs.
Sami Kehal graduated from the University of Batna 2 in Algeria with a master’s degree in industrial hygiene and safety in 2017. He began his career the same year at Hyundai Engineering as a hazardous materials manager.
Between 2018 and 2021, he worked as an HSE (health, safety and environment) supervisor. He then shifted fully into entrepreneurship by launching WeeWee Delivery.
This article was initially published in French by Melchior Koba
Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum
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Burundi’s PAFEN project reaches 61% budget commitment at mid-term review
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World Bank finances the $92 million program to modernize public systems and services
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Government prioritizes digital public finance management and national digital ID rollout
Burundi advances its administrative modernization by leveraging digital technologies to strengthen public resource management. The World Bank conducted an evaluation mission on Thursday, March 26, to assess progress on the Digital Economy Foundations Support Project (PAFEN), a key pillar of the country’s digital transformation strategy.
The project reached a 61% budget commitment rate at mid-term, according to figures disclosed during the review.
The government launched PAFEN in 2024 with $92 million in financing from the World Bank. The program aims to modernize public systems through digital tools, particularly in public finance management and access to administrative services.
Consequently, authorities focus on strengthening institutional efficiency and service delivery through digital infrastructure.
The evaluation places strong emphasis on the modernization of public finance management systems. The government deploys digital solutions to improve revenue collection and monitor public spending.
These reforms aim to reduce resource losses and strengthen budget transparency. Moreover, the government aligns these efforts with its broader macroeconomic consolidation framework under Vision 2040–2060.
PAFEN also includes the rollout of a national digital identity system as a central reform component. The government intends to use this system to improve access to public services and streamline administrative procedures.
In addition, authorities seek to enhance citizen identification and promote the integration of rural populations into the formal economy. The project also provides for the establishment of a national data center.
The World Bank mission aims to identify operational constraints that slow project execution. It also evaluates achieved results and determines adjustments needed to accelerate implementation by the 2028 target.
Following technical discussions held since Monday, March 23, stakeholders emphasized the need to adapt certain mechanisms to facilitate the deployment of digital infrastructure.
This article was initially published in French by Samira Njoya
Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum
- Comoros validates a nationwide civil registry digitization plan backed by a 2023 law
- The reform introduces a unique Personal Identification Number to centralize citizen data
- France funds the project with UNICEF support to modernize and harmonize systems
The Comorian government accelerates administrative modernization under President Azali Assoumani. On Wednesday, March 25, authorities validated preparatory studies in Moroni for the full digitization of the civil registry system.
The government implements the project through the Civil Registry Modernization Support Program in the Comoros (Amecc). The initiative aims to eliminate fragmented records and guarantee a legal identity for every citizen.
The validated study establishes the foundations of a modern and secure system. The reform introduces a Personal Identification Number (PIN) as the cornerstone of citizen identity.
This unique identifier centralizes personal data and facilitates access to public services. Moreover, the system strengthens data reliability across institutions.
The plan ensures interoperability with other state systems. It also defines a technical, legal and institutional framework that assigns responsibilities to each stakeholder.
In addition, the study evaluates existing infrastructure and human resource capacities to support implementation.
The government bases the reform on the law of July 27, 2023, which mandates computerized processing of civil registry data. Accordingly, authorities plan to centralize records to improve service efficiency for both administrators and users.
The reform responds to findings from a 2022 assessment. The evaluation highlighted the limits of a largely manual system marked by high costs, frequent errors and increased risks of document fraud.
The French Embassy funds the Amecc project, while UNICEF provides technical support. The program aims to harmonize civil registry practices across the archipelago.
Local authorities secure support from municipalities, which facilitates implementation. However, the rollout must address uneven levels of digital maturity across the islands.
Nevertheless, the validated study marks a decisive step toward a reliable, secure and internationally aligned civil registry system.
This article was initially published in French by Samira Njoya
Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum
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Mozambique appoints Adilson dos Santos Cousin Gomes to lead new digital transformation agency (ATDI)
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Government launches parallel AI and digital coordination bodies and drafts national strategy
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Authorities target 80% mobile penetration and 95% territorial coverage amid low global rankings
Mozambique advances the rollout of its Digital Transformation and Innovation Agency (ATDI), which authorities created earlier this month. The government announced at the start of the week the appointment of Adilson dos Santos Cousin Gomes as chairman of the agency’s board.
The executive strengthens its digital agenda as it continues to develop a national digital transformation strategy launched in February.
Adilson dos Santos Cousin Gomes will coordinate ATDI activities across the public sector. The agency will deliver services and support the implementation of digital transformation initiatives.
Specifically, ATDI will harmonize and ensure interoperability of state digital platforms. It will also manage and integrate data centers, streamline procurement procedures for technological solutions, and develop digital systems for citizen services.
The Ministry of Communications and Digital Transformation explained the context of this appointment. The ministry stated that the move “comes at a time when Mozambique intensifies its efforts to accelerate digital transformation, strengthen cybersecurity and promote interoperability of state systems, factors considered decisive for the efficiency of public services and economic development.”
In addition to ATDI, the government established new governance structures earlier this month. On March 10, authorities created by decree a National Commission for Artificial Intelligence (CNIA) and a multisectoral technical commission for coordinating and implementing digital transformation (CTD).
Meanwhile, the government officially launched in February the process to design its National Digital Transformation Strategy. Once completed, this roadmap will leverage public digital infrastructure to support inclusive development and strengthen economic resilience.
Maputo has intensified efforts in recent months to expand nationwide internet access. The government aims to reach 80% mobile penetration and cover 95% of the national territory. It also targets 99% network availability.
In terms of performance, authorities aim to deliver connection speeds ranging from 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps for 5G and from 10 Mbps to 100 Mbps for 4G. To achieve these targets, the government relies on satellite technology, telecom network expansion and modernization, and the extension of fiber optic infrastructure.
Mozambique continues to face structural challenges in digital development. The United Nations ranked the country 177th out of 193 economies in the 2024 E-Government Development Index (EGDI), with a score of 0.2848 out of 1, below sub-regional, African and global averages.
In cybersecurity, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) placed Mozambique at the third tier of its 2024 Global Cybersecurity Index, highlighting gaps in legal, technical and capacity-building areas.
The ITU also estimated internet penetration at 20.5%, underscoring the scale of investment required to close the digital divide.
This article was initially published in French by Isaac K. Kassouwi
Adapted by English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum
On June 25, 2026, the Cultural Center of Kinshasa will host Africa Tech Invest, a conference dedicated to technological innovation, investment, and public-private partnerships. The event aims to strengthen collaboration among policymakers, entrepreneurs, and investors in order to accelerate digital transformation and the growth of Africa's tech ecosystem.