Mobility

BasiGo secures $41.5M to drive Electric Bus expansion in Kenya and Rwanda

BasiGo Kenya, has successfully raised $41.5 million in Series A equity and debt funding.

Features

How Mayokun Ogungbola ditched law to become a world-class product designer

“My parents still keep saying my education is not complete. They keep asking, ‘What if I need it? What if I’m looking for a job and they say we need this person to have gone to law school?’ And I keep thinking, what type of job would that be?

Startup Life

Why African startups must stay visible beyond milestone announcements

An ongoing PR strategy isn't just about grabbing attention during big news cycles; it's about shaping the narrative over time, building credibility, and fostering trust.

Features

This edtech residency in Badagry wants to train 10 million people in tech

"Many young people in Badagry believe they need to go to Yaba or Lagos Island to learn tech. FiguresHub aims to change that perception."

Mobility

Ride-hailing, but for travel. Uber targets tourism in new drive

The expansion extends beyond Europe. In Greece, it is expanding its Uber Boat service from Mykonos to Athens, Corfu, and Santorini. Visitors can book rides to beach clubs and lesser-known destinations, capitalizing on seasonal peaks in tourism, part of a broader goal to become a one-stop shop for tourists.

News

China’s billion-dollar Africa renewables soft power play

China’s growing involvement in Africa has taken a greener turn with its latest commitment being a $50 billion support for the continent’s energy transition.

Deep Tech

Kenya wants attention in Africa’s drone industry

Kenya fancies its position as a major player in Africa’s taking-off drone space, having had efforts spanning healthcare, agriculture, and logistics.

Deep Tech

Ghana warms up to regulating crypto

Ghana is gearing up to be one of the next African countries to formally regulate cryptocurrencies.

Consumer Tech

What new features to expect in the new iPhone 16 phones

In just a week, Apple will unveil the highly anticipated iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max at their annual iPhone event on September 9 in Cupertino.

Consumer Tech

Our top picks for wireless Bluetooth Speakers under ₦50K, consumer-approved

Are you in the market for a new Bluetooth speaker? Whether you’re after a rugged outdoor companion or a versatile home speaker, this guide will help you find the 5 best options available today under ₦50,000 / $40. 

Consumer Tech

How to cancel or change your iCloud storage plan on your iPhone and Mac

iCloud, Apple’s cloud storage service, kicks off with 5 GB of free space when you create an Apple ID

Insider

BD Insider: The real cost of PoS compliance

Android lovers look away. Apple’s biggest event of the year takes place today, and the company is expected to unveil the iPhone 16 series, new Apple Watches, and possibly more surprises.

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