Technology

Discover how technology is transforming Africa. Shore Africa covers startups, innovation, fintech, and digital trends driving the continent forward.

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

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ENERGY
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Octopus energy invests $60 million to accelerate Africa’s renewable energy

Octopus Energy unveils $60 million fund to fast-track Africa’s clean energy, targeting solar, EVs, and storage amid rising global FDI in renewables.

Timilehin Adejumobi Timilehin Adejumobi
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Africa sports investment
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Top 5 African media houses transforming news delivery

From legacy broadcasters to social-first disruptors, the continent’s top media houses are embracing new technologies to stay relevant and competitive in a fast-evolving information economy.

Oluwatosin Alao Oluwatosin Alao
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Top 7 biggest fintech companies in Africa
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Africa’s $1.1 trillion mobile money surge pushes continent to global fintech forefront

Africa processed $1.1 trillion in mobile money in 2024, accounting for 74% of global transactions and fueling digital economic growth.

Feyisayo Ajayi Feyisayo Ajayi
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Starlink_Africa
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SpaceX invests $28 million to expand Starlink internet in South Africa

The initiative aims to deliver free, high-speed broadband connectivity to 5,000 rural schools, potentially benefiting around 2.4 million students nationwide.

Timilehin Adejumobi Timilehin Adejumobi
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Africa's Fintech
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Africa’s fintech surge: Mobile banking draws billions in global investment

Africa’s fintech boom, powered by mobile banking and billion-dollar investments, is driving unprecedented financial inclusion and innovation across the continent.

Feyisayo Ajayi Feyisayo Ajayi
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South Africa Infrastructure
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South Africa gets $281 million boost for local infrastructure projects

Alexforbes pledges $281 million to South African infrastructure, targeting energy, water, transport, and ICT to fuel jobs, growth, and recovery.

Timilehin Adejumobi Timilehin Adejumobi
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Tesla
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Tesla enters Africa with Morocco launch, eyes continental growth

The U.S.-based EV giant incorporated Tesla Morocco on May 27, 2025, with a startup capital of MAD 27.5 million ($3 million), deepening its commitment to global expansion and sustainable mobility.

Timilehin Adejumobi Timilehin Adejumobi
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EGYPT ENERGY
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Egypt joins $1 billion climate fund for green energy transition

Egypt joins CIF’s $1 billion climate fund to decarbonize industry, spur green jobs and FDI, and bolster its role as a clean energy leader in emerging markets.

Timilehin Adejumobi Timilehin Adejumobi
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SOUTH AFRICA VISA
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South Africa rolls out AI digital visa for visitors in September 2025

South Africa launches AI-powered digital visas in Sept. 2025 to streamline short-stay travel, cut fraud, and boost tourism with mobile-first tech.

Timilehin Adejumobi Timilehin Adejumobi
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