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Our Technology category highlights the entrepreneurs, platforms, and breakthroughs positioning Africa as a global tech powerhouse.

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Cape Town Digital Infrastructure

10 African cities leading the smart tech revolution

Explore 10 African cities transforming urban life with smart tech, AI, and data-driven solutions leading the digital revolution.

Timilehin Adejumobi March 23, 2026

EIB Global invests $46M in Speedinvest fund to back African tech startups

Africa tech startups

EIB Global invests $46 million in African tech fund to boost startups

Africa’s startup scene is attracting renewed investor interest as demand grows for digital services across the continent. From payments to healthcare, young companies are stepping in to fill gaps in fast-changing economies. That shift is drawing support from global institutions. EIB Global has committed $46 million to an Africa-focused venture capital fund managed by Speedinvest, adding fresh backing for early- and growth-stage startups. The investment reflects closer ties between Europe and Africa in technology and finance. It also comes as…

Oluwatosin Alao March 21, 2026

Africa digital connectivity

IFC backs Atlas Tower Kenya’s expansion with $30 million debt proposal

IFC weighs $30 million debt for Atlas Tower Kenya to expand telecom infrastructure and deploy green energy across underserved regions.

Feyisayo Ajayi March 20, 2026

Kenya launches Africa’s first EU digital talks on AI, data and investment

Artificial Intelligence

Kenya leads Africa with first formal digital talks with EU

Kenya has moved to deepen its digital ties with the European Union, becoming the first African country to establish a formal platform for talks on technology policy and innovation. The step signals Nairobi’s intent to play a larger role in the global digital economy. The EU–Kenya Digital Dialogue, launched this week in Nairobi, brings structure to cooperation on data rules, artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure. It also reflects a broader shift, as both sides place technology at the center of…

Oluwatosin Alao March 19, 2026

Mozambique debt crisis deepens as World Bank weighs support

Africa economy

World Bank weighs options to ease Mozambique’s mounting debt burden

Mozambique’s debt crisis is worsening, pushing the World Bank to step up efforts to support the Southeast African nation as borrowing costs rise and investor confidence weakens. The strain reflects wider pressure across emerging markets, where tighter global financial conditions and geopolitical tensions are making it harder for governments to access affordable funding. For Mozambique, those challenges are compounded by slow growth and repeated climate shocks that have weighed on public finances. The country’s economic outlook now hinges in part…

Oluwatosin Alao March 19, 2026

African expansion

South Africa’s Mr Price targets new African market after Europe entry

South African retailer Mr Price Group is tightening its focus on international growth, with plans to enter another African market even as it expands into Europe through a key acquisition. The Durban-based clothing and homeware chain is moving to meet rising demand for affordable goods, as high living costs push shoppers toward discount brands. Across many emerging markets, value retail is gaining ground, creating openings for companies that can keep prices low and supply steady. For Mr Price, the shift…

Oluwatosin Alao March 18, 2026

Bank of Abyssinia

Visa teams with Bank of Abyssinia to drive Africa digital finance

Global payments company Visa Inc. is deepening its presence in East Africa with a renewed agreement with Bank of Abyssinia, a move aimed at widening access to digital payments in Ethiopia. The deal comes at a time when Ethiopia’s financial system is changing quickly. More people are using smartphones, regulators are opening the sector, and businesses are looking for faster, safer ways to move money without cash. Digital payments are becoming central to everyday commerce, from small retailers to large…

Oluwatosin Alao March 17, 2026

TotalEnergies restarts Libya’s Mabruk oil field after nearly 10 years.

Africa energy

TotalEnergies reopens Libya oil field after decade, boosting Africa output

TotalEnergies has resumed production at Libya’s Mabruk oil field, bringing a key asset back online nearly 10 years after it was shut down during conflict. The restart adds fresh supply to Africa’s oil market and points to improving conditions for energy investment in the country. The return of output reflects Libya’s slow recovery after years of disruption that forced international oil companies to scale back operations. As stability improves, global producers are beginning to re-engage with one of Africa’s largest…

Oluwatosin Alao March 17, 2026