AfCFTA Secretary General Expresses Concern Over South Africa’s Non-Participation in Key African Payment System

By Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian The Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Wamkele Mene, has expressed disappointment over South Africa’s reluctance to ratify the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), a move he believes is crucial for reducing trade costs and accelerating economic integration across the continent. PAPSS, developed in partnership with the African…

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Ignite Your Brand in Africa: Leveraging Mobile for Explosive Growth

By Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian The digital advertising landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements and shifting consumer behaviors, according to Burak Akinci, CEO of Ayoba. As the sector transforms, advertisers face several challenges, including fierce competition, evolving algorithms, fragmented audiences, and heightened concerns about data privacy and security. With more businesses vying for online visibility, standing…

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Ignite Your Brand in Africa: Leveraging Mobile for Explosive Growth

By Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian The digital advertising landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements and shifting consumer behaviors, according to Burak Akinci, CEO of Ayoba. As the sector transforms, advertisers face several challenges, including fierce competition, evolving algorithms, fragmented audiences, and heightened concerns about data privacy and security. With more businesses vying for online visibility, standing…

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Applications Now Open for the MEST Africa Challenge 2024

’Find Your Soil’, Nurture Your AgriTech Innovation and Win $50,000 in Equity Funding The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa), in collaboration with the Norwegian Embassy, proudly announces the launch of the 6th edition of the MEST Africa Challenge (MAC). This year’s challenge seeks to identify and support exceptional AgriTech entrepreneurs who are addressing critical agricultural challenges in…

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Applications Now Open for the MEST Africa Challenge 2024

’Find Your Soil’, Nurture Your AgriTech Innovation and Win $50,000 in Equity Funding The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa), in collaboration with the Norwegian Embassy, proudly announces the launch of the 6th edition of the MEST Africa Challenge (MAC). This year’s challenge seeks to identify and support exceptional AgriTech entrepreneurs who are addressing critical agricultural challenges in…

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Spain PM Visits West Africa Amid Surge in Migrant Arrivals

Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez embarks on a three-day visit to West Africa on Tuesday to address the dramatic increase in migrant arrivals, especially in the Canary Islands. This surge has overwhelmed both Madrid and Brussels, with Spain’s coastguard routinely rescuing overloaded boats carrying African migrants to the archipelago. Sánchez’s visit will cover Mauritania,…

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Spain PM Visits West Africa Amid Surge in Migrant Arrivals

Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez embarks on a three-day visit to West Africa on Tuesday to address the dramatic increase in migrant arrivals, especially in the Canary Islands. This surge has overwhelmed both Madrid and Brussels, with Spain’s coastguard routinely rescuing overloaded boats carrying African migrants to the archipelago. Sánchez’s visit will cover Mauritania,…

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Namibian Entrepreneur Leverages Traditional Cuisine to Transform Local Business Landscape

In an informal settlement just 10 kilometers from Windhoek, the capital of Namibia, Saima Mukwiilongo is redefining the local business scene through her innovative catering venture. Her business, Sai’s Kitchen, which began in 2017, stands as a testament to the power of traditional cuisine and entrepreneurial spirit in addressing local challenges. Mukwiilongo launched Sai’s Kitchen in Havana, an informal…

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Namibian Entrepreneur Leverages Traditional Cuisine to Transform Local Business Landscape

In an informal settlement just 10 kilometers from Windhoek, the capital of Namibia, Saima Mukwiilongo is redefining the local business scene through her innovative catering venture. Her business, Sai’s Kitchen, which began in 2017, stands as a testament to the power of traditional cuisine and entrepreneurial spirit in addressing local challenges. Mukwiilongo launched Sai’s Kitchen in Havana, an informal…

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Workpay Secures $5M in Series A Funding to Accelerate African Expansion

By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Nairobi-based HR, payroll, and benefits platform, Workpay, has announced the successful completion of a $5 million Series A funding round led by Norrsken22. The investment round also saw participation from Visa, Y Combinator, Saviu Ventures, Axian, Plug n Play, Verod-Kepple Africa Ventures, and Acadian Ventures, a firm specializing in next-generation work technologies. This…

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