AI isn’t coming. It’s already at your desk. And if you’re South African, chances are you’re ready to hit the ground running. A brand-new…
East African startup accelerator gets international attention
East Africa has a new tech startup accelerator fund and it’s getting international attention. The Savannah Fund is a partnership between Mbwana Alliy, Paul…
Eskimi: A social network for feature phones crosses 7m user mark
Mobile social networks have a habit of thriving in emerging markets. You only have to look at the likes of Mxit from South Africa…
Africa Gathering: London event to celebrate African startups
People tend to get excited around startups. It’s probably something to do with the manic energy and will to succeed possessed by the people…
FC Barcelona, Worldreader to send one million e-books to African children
Footballing giant FC Barcelona is teaming up with non-profit company Worldreader in a campaign aimed at getting people to send one-million e-books to school…