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Tech Talk – WhatsApp Payment Innovation Partnerships Driving Inclusion
In this episode of Business Chat, host Greg Stewart dives into the transformative power of WhatsApp as a business platform. Joined by Ben Lindeque from Prepaid24, Jonathan Williams from Chat Inc, and Rachel Cowan from Ozow, the discussion explores how WhatsApp is revolutionising business communication and transactions in Africa. Discover how this ubiquitous app is
Voices of Africa “Founder Fridays”
In an age where social media can often feel fleeting, one digital community has stood the test of time growing not only in numbers but in purpose. Boss Babes of South Africa (BBSA), founded by trailblazer Kovini Moodley, is proudly celebrating five years of transforming inspiration into action and challenges into opportunities. What began in
Talking Turkey on Tariffs and Protectionism
The Big Tariff Questions South African Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau, has this week announced the possibility of South Africa raising import duties on fully imported automotive vehicles, mainly from China and India, with the view of protecting the country's own automotive manufacturing sector. Sound Familiar at all? The irony that the
Breaking News Today – Friday 15 August 2025
Business & Tech News Nigerian Government sets Ambitious GDP Growth Target Nigeria's president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has set a target of 7% annual economic growth, aiming to lift the country out of its financial struggles. In the first quarter, Nigeria's economy grew by 3.13% with an increased GDP of $243.55 billion, but the growth rate
Regenesys Unveils New Bachelor of Education to Tackle SA’s STEM and Business Teacher Crisis
Groundbreaking programme aims to produce future-fit educators, close skills gaps and raise global performance standards South Africa’s critical shortage of skilled secondary school teachers particularly in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) has prompted the Regenesys School of Education to launch its CHE-accredited Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching
How African Women Are Leading the Digital Tech Frontier
Women across the continent are driving a digital revolution, reshaping industries from fintech and health to education and agriculture. Female innovators in cities like Nairobi, Lagos, Lusaka, and Dar es Salaam are creating solutions that tackle real-world challenges while building thriving tech ecosystems. Their leadership is not only transforming communities and boosting economic growth but
SME's in South Africa Showing Green Shoots
With Global markets in disarray and US tariff's likely to hinder current GDP growth in South Africa further, there remains a stubborn optimism among businesses despite ongoing headwinds. Recently released retail and motor vehicle sales data from Stats SA underpins this perspective showing that the auto industry managed a 3,1% growth in June 2025 while
Record Gold Prices Drive Zimbabwe’s Mining Renaissance
Global gold prices continue to break records, sending ripple effects through the mining industry worldwide. As of August 2025, spot gold trades around $3,357 per ounce, marking a nearly 37% increase year-to-date. Analysts point to several factors behind this surge, including geopolitical tensions, tariff uncertainties, and economic concerns. Ongoing instability in international markets drives demand
GITEX NIGERIA Powers $1 Trillion Economy Vision
Nigeria is steadily cementing its position as a leader in Africa’s digital economy, thanks to global technology partnerships, a thriving startup ecosystem, and bold government initiatives, which together fuel its vision of a US $1 trillion economy by 2030. Moreover, global tech leaders including IBM, Meta, and MTN will join GITEX Nigeria 2025, driving technology
Breaking News Today – Thursday 14 August 2025
Business & Tech News Xiaomi Auto to Launch EV's in South Africa Xiaomi Auto, the off-shoot company of Chinese mobile tech group, now diversified into electric cars in recent years, has announced it plans to launch its EV flagship vehicle, the SU7 Ultra in South Africa. The company currently only sells its vehicles in the
Business School – How to Manage a PR Crises
Effective Crisis Communication: How to Manage PR During Unexpected Challenges In the high-stakes world of business, a crises can strike like a rogue wave at a beach party—unexpected, messy, and capable of ruining everyone's day. But how you handle the splash determines whether you emerge as a surfing legend or just another washed-up driftwood. Turning
A Look at the New Nyanzaga Gold Mine in Tanzania
The Nyanzaga Gold Project, situated in northwestern Tanzania within the Lake Victoria Goldfields, stands out as one of East Africa’s most promising gold ventures. Australian mining company Perseus Mining acquired and developed the project after taking over OreCorp Limited in 2024. Moreover, positioned just 30 kilometers northeast of Barrick Gold’s Bulyanhulu mine, Nyanzaga strengthens Tanzania’s
Strengthening Africa’s Digital Backbone with Next-Gen Infrastructure
The progress of Africa’s next-generation digital infrastructure is highly encouraging. Mobile internet access in Sub-Saharan Africa has surged by 41.1% over the past decade according to Ibrahim Index of African Governance, 2023, while the 2Africa subsea cable is set to connect 33 countries, significantly enhancing connectivity. With 5G networks expanding to over 30 nations and
AfDB Backs AI Training to Accelerate Agenda 2063 Goals
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating Africa’s development by actively supporting a groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence (AI) training programme that strengthens the implementation of Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want. Through its Joint Secretariat Support Office (JSSO), the Bank delivered both technical and financial assistance for the 5th Annual Training Workshop for
Breaking News Today – Wednesday 13 August 2025
Business & Tech News Asian Markets Track Higher The markets in Asia this morning were boosted by major tech stocks such as Tencent that surged by 16% this morning after releasing their Q2 results that beat analyst estimates. Nett profit was up by 18% year-on-year with Tencent's music division providing impetus with a 26%
Canon Academy Launches Digital Platform to Empower African Creators
Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA) has taken a bold step toward transforming creative education across the continent with the launch of its new Canon Academy website a dynamic digital platform designed to equip photographers and videographers with the skills, resources, and inspiration they need to thrive. For over two years, Canon Academy has been
Network International, Blu Penguin Partner to Boost Mobile Money in West Africa
Network International, a foremost digital commerce enabler across the Middle East and Africa, has announced a strategic collaboration with Blu Penguin, a Ghana-based fintech and mobile money aggregator. Through this partnership, the two companies aim to enhance mobile money transaction capabilities via Network’s N-Genius payment terminals. As a result, this development marks a pivotal step towards expanding financial inclusion while also modernizing
Dear AfDB: The future is not Collateral
While nations with developing economies often do need to seek funding to expand and build things such as infrastructure to support economic growth, there is a fine line between sensible financial risks and creating down-stream debt burdens that sink economies. In Subsaharan Africa, there has been a litany of financial disasters that still continue to
Public-Private Partnerships in Africa’s Business Landscapes
The digital revolution is underway, driving profound change across the continent. Mobile technology, e-commerce, and fintech are advancing at an unprecedented pace, unlocking opportunities that were unimaginable just a decade ago. Yet, persistent challenges such as infrastructure gaps, policy hurdles, and shortages of digital skills continue to stand in the way of progress. Public-private partnerships
Breaking News Today – Tuesday 12 August 2025
Business & Tech News US Trade Tariff Extension Lifts Markets The 90 day extension on the deadline on trade tariffs for China that were announced late yesterday have lifted Japan's Nikkei 225 Index to a new high with Softbank and tech stocks all moving upwards. The extension avoids triple-digit tariffs, benefiting U.S. retailers preparing for