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The Mining Wrap
The past week brought a combination of exploration breakthroughs in Mining, equipment deployments, ESG developments and strategic investments across the global mining sector. From AI-assisted mineral discovery in Africa and advanced crushing technology in South Africa to worker ownership debates in the Democratic Republic of Congo and renewed investment in copper, platinum and transport infrastructure,
Yoco Expands Beyond Payments with New Business Software
Yoco is expanding beyond its roots in payments. At its Yoco Next 2026 event in Johannesburg, the company introduced more than 20 new products and features, including accounting integrations, loyalty tools, industry-specific software and a new AI assistant. The releases reflect a growing focus on the wider operational challenges facing small businesses. New Tools for
Traderbag debunks some myths about plastic shopping bags
Every day, up to 80% of consumers forget to reuse plastic shopping bags. Many still believe they are helping the environment because of the claims surrounding plastic recycling. Whether a bag is made from a discarded PET cooldrink bottle or plastic-based fabric, the outcome is often the same. Consumers pay for the bag, while the
Can Women-Led AI Startups Break Into Africa's Mining Supply Chains?
Building an AI solution for the mining sector is difficult. Convincing a mining company to buy it can be even harder. Women-led technology startups are developing tools for mineral traceability, equipment monitoring and logistics management at a time when mining companies are investing more heavily in technologies that improve efficiency and oversight across their operations.
Breaking News Today – Friday 19 June 2026
African Start-up News Headlines: Business News Today Brent Oil Prices Continue to Fall Brent oil futures were trading around $79.70 per barrel this morning, on track to fall roughly -9% for the week. This is positive news for African States that have seen fuel costs rocketing over the last three months. The market has welcomed
Fox Wants More Than Streaming Devices in Its Roku Buyout
Fox has agreed to buy Roku in a deal worth about $22 billion, bringing together a traditional media company and one of the most familiar names in streaming television. At first glance, it may look like Fox is buying a maker of streaming sticks and smart TV software. In reality, the company is buying access.
Vodacom Eco-Warriors Highlights Student Innovation
Vodacom has announced the winners of its 2026 Eco-Warrior Sustainability Competition after learners from across South Africa presented projects aimed at addressing environmental challenges in their schools and communities. The Eco-Warriors competition, spearheaded by Vodacom South Africa, encouraged participation from learners in Grades 9 to 11 from Vodacom-supported Schools of Excellence. The programme involved 10
No Free Lunch Podcast – Funding Construction SME Growth With Innovation From Lula
How Smart Financing Is Transforming Construction SMEs in South Africa Construction SMEs are often seen as the backbone of industry growth, yet they face unique challenges in securing funding. If you've ever wondered why many small construction businesses hesitate to ask for finance or how innovative financial solutions can boost their growth, the latest No
Digital tools helping African founders scale
Expanding beyond a home market remains one of the biggest challenges facing African founders. New markets bring new customers, but they also introduce additional costs, payment requirements and operational complexities. As founders look for ways to grow without overstretching their resources, digital tools are becoming an increasingly important part of the equation. Software is helping
Breaking News Today – Thursday 18 June 2026
African Start-up News Headlines: Business News Today Kenya Finalising Critical Minerals Deal with USA Reports from the G7 indicate that a deal on critical mineral supply from Kenya to the USA is being finalised. The deal will include local processing of its raw material resources. This was revealed by Kenyan president William Ruto on the
Yango Uses Abidjan Event to Highlight Expansion Plans in Côte d'Ivoire
Yongo Group used its Innovation Day event in Abidjan to showcase new technology, announce a local partnership and highlight young entrepreneurs in Côte d'Ivoire. The event took place on 4 June and attracted more than 200 attendees from business, technology and government. Yango presented several products from its global operations. Discussions focused on how digital
Flutterwave Adds Ripple to Stablecoin Network in US$3.2 Billion Funding Round
African startup Flutterwave has added several stablecoin and blockchain partners to its payments ecosystem over the past year. Although the agreements involve different providers, they point to a growing focus on strengthening cross-border payment and settlement infrastructure across Africa. The latest development came on June 16 when Ripple acquired an equity stake in Flutterwave as
South African Startup Ukiyo Wants to Make Finding a First Job Less Complicated
A student looking for a bursary might visit one website. Another student might find internship opportunities on a different platform. Accommodation providers often advertise available rooms somewhere else entirely. For many young South Africans, finding opportunities means tracking dozens of websites, social media pages and WhatsApp groups. Ukiyo believes it can simplify that process. The
Jeff Bezos Says AI Could Lead to a Shortage of Workers, Not Jobs
Artificial intelligence is often discussed as a technology that could replace workers. Jeff Bezos believes it could increase demand for them instead. Speaking at the VivaTech conference in Paris, the Amazon founder said AI is more likely to boost productivity and create new work. He does not believe it will make large numbers of people
Powering Progress: Mission 300 Milestone Unlocks Massive Business Opportunities Across Africa
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB), in partnership with the World Bank Group and a coalition of stakeholders, has delivered a significant breakthrough in Africa’s energy sector. As announced in their June 16, 2026 press release, Mission 300, the ambitious joint initiative launched in 2024 to connect 300 million Africans to electricity by 2030, has
Business School – Startup Disciplines That Build Business
The Shift Toward Discipline and Resilience The era of unchecked growth at all costs has thankfully given way to a more measured approach of scaling in Africa. With funding on the continent shifting towards late stage and scaling operations it is critical that founders focus on business disciplines that will ensure they are a consideration
Have AI Startups Delivered for African Small-Scale Mining?
Artisanal and small-scale mining remains an important source of income across many African countries. The sector continues to face challenges ranging from low productivity and safety risks to limited access to finance and environmental pressures. While large mining companies increasingly deploy advanced digital systems, a growing number of startups are exploring how data-driven technologies can
MAX Takes Its Electric Motorcycle Model to Ibadan
MAX is expanding its electric motorcycle operations to Ibadan, adding another city to its growing network across Nigeria. The company says the rollout will be the first large scale introduction of its electric mobility model in the city. For Ibadan's commercial riders, the move could offer an alternative to petrol-powered motorcycles at a time when
Breaking News Today – Wednesday 17 June 2026
African Start-up News Headlines: Business News Today Global Shipping Still At a Standstill in Hormuz Strait Ship-tracking data from MarineTraffic on Tuesday, indicated that there were more than 250 tankers and more than 330 cargo ships inside the Gulf waiting for passage through the strait. This is despite the peace agreement reached between the USA
South African EdTech Startup Inclusive Solutions Develops Home-Language Learning
South African edtech startup Inclusive Solutions is developing a home-language learning tool for early years and foundation phase education. The company hopes the platform will help address literacy challenges among young learners. Founded in 2020, Inclusive Solutions operates in the assistive technology and special needs education sector. The company supplies educational resources, assessments, training and