Madica, a structured investment program designed for pre-seed stage startups in Africa, announced its first set of investments in three startups today. In line with Madica’s mandate, each startup has received an investment of up to $200,000 and is now a part of Madica’s comprehensive investment program which includes 18 months of dedicated company-building support tailored to the unique needs of each startup. Madica delivers its support through a highly personalized curriculum, hands-on mentorship, invitations to fully-funded week-long founder immersion trips, executive coaching opportunities ..read more

StarTimes is thrilled to announce that it has successfully secured the non-exclusive broadcast rights for the highly esteemed Spanish football league, LALIGA EA Sports and LALIGA Hypermotion, for the next five seasons. LALIGA EA Sports is the premier football league in Spain and is considered one of the top professional football leagues in Europe and the world, featuring 20 participating teams. Each season consists of 38 rounds with 10 matches per round, following a home and away format. LALIGA also boasts the record for producing the most winners of both the Ballon d’Or and the FIFA World Pla ..read more

Illicit online platforms offering cut-rate access to films and TV series are often fundraising channels for syndicates involved in everything from child porn to sex-trafficking, drugs, and terrorism. Law enforcement teams across Africa now take an aggressive approach to prosecuting the criminals involved in pirating and using content. A 2009 study found extensive links between film piracy, organised crime and terrorist groups. The purchase of any kind of counterfeit goods can be traced to organised crime. Stolen content may be entertaining, but it is being used to fund the most harmful, grotes ..read more

vivo, a global leading technology company, today unveiled vivo V30, the best-in-class flagship with upgraded Aura Light Portrait and premium design to its stylish V series. The latest V30 sports an integrated 120 Hz 3D Curved Screen to showcase its premium design and comes in outstanding new color options to represent users’ unique styles. “V series has always been synonymous with a light and simple aesthetic, a characteristic that is amplified with vivo’s groundbreaking innovations in both portrait photography and design. We have upgraded the Aura Light Portrait  ..read more

SeamlessHR, Africa’s leading HR and payroll technology company, has reiterated its commitment to empowering Nigerian financial institutions to optimise their workforce productivity and performance in challenging economic times through cutting-edge technology solutions. The African SaaS giant made this statement on Monday, April 24th during an engagement session with industry leaders across the banking and financial services industry in response to the changing economic landscape and operating environment for businesses across West Africa. “Our objective at SeamlessHR is to enable African busi ..read more

Bolt, the leading on-demand mobility company in Africa, in collaboration with M-KOPA, a leading African fintech platform, today announced the launch of its electric bike fleet in Kenya. Through this partnership, new and existing drivers will have the opportunity to lease ROAM and Ampersand electric motorbikes at a discounted price in comparison to the current market rates. This strategic move marks a significant step in Bolt’s commitment to enhance driver earnings through the reduction of operational costs in the market, as well as move towards eco-friendly urban mobil ..read more

The pin bar candlestick pattern is a powerful tool in the arsenal of any trader, offering valuable insights into market sentiment and potential reversals. Understanding how to effectively utilize this pattern can significantly enhance your trading strategy and increase your profitability. In this guide, we’ll delve into the intricacies of the pin bar trading strategy, exploring its characteristics, identification methods, and practical applications in the dynamic world of financial markets. What is a Pin Bar Candlestick? Before diving into the specifics of the pin bar trading strategy, let’s f ..read more

To all our valued customers, This week has been one of the toughest for Emirates operationally, as record storms hit the United Arab Emirates. I would like to offer our most sincere apologies to every customer who has had their travel plans disrupted during this time. On Tuesday 16 April, the UAE experienced its highest rainfall in 75 years. Lashing storm winds and rain disrupted activity across the cities. Our 24/7 hub in Dubai remained open, with flight movements reduced for safety, but flooded roads impeded the ability of our customers, pilots, cabin crew, and airport employees to reach the ..read more

The Swiss renewable energy company NEK Umwelttechnik AG (NEK) has been developing in the past years six large-scale onshore wind farms in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana, which are ready for implementation. The total capacity to be installed is approximately 1,300 MW through the six projects. These wind farms could produce about 3,400 GWh of green and cheap electricity each year for the Ghanaian population and the industrial sector. To supply energy to as many customers as possible, NEK has established recently in Accra a new renewable energy platform, which will provide to its customers che ..read more

Season 1 had all of Kenya talking. It brought glamour, sass, luxury parties, allegiances and a lot of self-discovery. Get ready for more excitement, spice and glam as The Real Housewives of Nairobi returns for the much-anticipated second season on 10 May, only on Showmax. The popular reality series is the biggest Showmax Original yet in Kenya, having broken streaming records when Season 1 launched in February 2023, and making it to the top 10 most-watched shows on Showmax in Kenya in 2023. Recently, The Real Housewives of Nairobi also won Best TV Show at the Kalasha Aw ..read more