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News and events happening across Africa. From startups to innovations, entrepreneurship, new tech, events, and more, this category features stories that cover a broad range of topics and issues that are of interest to readers who are looking for news and perspectives on African affairs.

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The Patoranking Foundation founded by Patrick Nnaemeka Okorie (better known by his stage name Patoranking) utilises research, advocacy and partnerships to provide transformative educational programs and market-ready entrepreneurial skills to outstanding young leaders in Africa. COURTESY PHOTO: Patoranking Foundation

The Patoranking Foundation founded by Patrick Nnaemeka Okorie (better known by his stage name Patoranking) utilises research, advocacy and partnerships to provide transformative educational programs and market-ready entrepreneurial skills to outstanding young leaders in Africa. COURTESY PHOTO: Patoranking Foundation

Patoranking Foundation, ALX Launch $500k Tech Scholarship For African Tech Talent

byNathan Ernest Olupot

May 30, 2024

Tripesa CEO, David Gonahasa (left) demonstrates how the platform works to the Buganda Heritage and Tourism Board Executive Director; Albert Kasozi (2nd left) and other guests during the POATE. COURTESY PHOTO/FILE PHOTO

Tripesa CEO, David Gonahasa (left) demonstrates how the platform works to the Buganda Heritage and Tourism Board Executive Director; Albert Kasozi (2nd left) and other guests during the POATE. COURTESY PHOTO/FILE PHOTO

How Tripesa is Revolutionizing the African Tourism Sector

May 30, 2024

Lillian Barnard (3rd from left), Microsoft Africa President with officials delegates pose for a group photo at GITEX Africa in Marrakech, Morocco on Wednesday, May 29th, 2024.

Lillian Barnard (3rd from left), Microsoft Africa President with officials delegates pose for a group photo at GITEX Africa in Marrakech, Morocco on Wednesday, May 29th, 2024.

Microsoft Unveils ‘AI Fest’ to Help Startups Accelerate With AI Solutions

byNathan Ernest Olupot

May 30, 2024

Youth Startup Academy Uganda (YSAU) and Hive Colab teams pose for a group photo with guests and startup founders who are heading to GITEX Africa in Morocco. PHOTO: PC Tech Magazine

Youth Startup Academy Uganda (YSAU) and Hive Colab teams pose for a group photo with guests and startup founders who are heading to GITEX Africa in Morocco. PHOTO: PC Tech Magazine

YSAU, Hive Colab Announce Startups Participating at the GITEX Africa

byNathan Ernest Olupot

May 23, 2024

Dr. Monica Musenero; Minister for Science, Technology, and Innovation. PHOTO: PC Tech Magazine

Dr. Monica Musenero; Minister for Science, Technology, and Innovation. PHOTO: PC Tech Magazine

Hon. Monica Musenero Masanza to Guest The GITEX Africa

May 20, 2024

OpenseedVC General Partner; Maria Rotilu's (left) vision is to invest early in the growing number of experienced founders who aspire to launch their tech startups. COURTESY PHOTO

OpenseedVC General Partner; Maria Rotilu's (left) vision is to invest early in the growing number of experienced founders who aspire to launch their tech startups. COURTESY PHOTO

OpenseedVC Launches $10M Fund For Startup Founders in Africa and Europe

byNathan Ernest Olupot

May 20, 2024

Spiro’s CEO; Kaushik Burman (right) and Kanayo Awani (left) Executive VP of Intra-African Trade and Export Development Bank at Afreximbank pose for a photo after signing a deal that will see Spiro boost sustainable transportation in Africa. The signing was held during the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Rwanda. COURTESY PHOTO

Spiro’s CEO; Kaushik Burman (right) and Kanayo Awani (left) Executive VP of Intra-African Trade and Export Development Bank at Afreximbank pose for a photo after signing a deal that will see Spiro boost sustainable transportation in Africa. The signing was held during the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Rwanda. COURTESY PHOTO

SPIRO Secures $50M From Afreximbank to Boost Sustainable Transportation in Africa

May 18, 2024

Dr. Aminah Zawedde (left); Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance of Uganda and Fhulufhelo Badugela (right); the CEO for MultiChoice Africa Holdings signing an MoU to strengthen their collaboration. The signing was held in Randburg, South Africa on Thursday, May 16th, 2024. COURTESY PHOTO

Dr. Aminah Zawedde (left); Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance of Uganda and Fhulufhelo Badugela (right); the CEO for MultiChoice Africa Holdings signing an MoU to strengthen their collaboration. The signing was held in Randburg, South Africa on Thursday, May 16th, 2024. COURTESY PHOTO

MultiChoice Africa Holdings, Ministry of ICT Sign MoU to Strengthen Collaboration

May 17, 2024

Attendees at the 2023 GITEX Africa in Marrakech, Morocco. COURTESY PHOTO / GITEX Africa

Attendees at the 2023 GITEX Africa in Marrakech, Morocco. COURTESY PHOTO / GITEX Africa

Ugandan Startups to Showcase at GITEX Africa

byNathan Ernest Olupot

May 14, 2024

Uganda: Pictured a person using internet to access a web page on Google. Photo by: Humphrey Mpairwe

Uganda: Pictured a person using internet to access a web page on Google. Photo by: Humphrey Mpairwe

East African Region Still Experiencing Slow/Intermittent Internet

byNathan Ernest Olupot

May 13, 2024