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Mastercard Foundation launches podcast to inspire future leaders
The Mastercard Foundation is proud to announce the launch of a new podcast that seeks to challenge, motivate, and inspire the next generation to lead with purpose and to act with courage.
AI Integration in PR: A Growing Opportunity
According to recent data, 46.43% of PR firms have already integrated AI tools into their daily workflows. However, AI adoption across the industry still remains in its early stages.
[Column] Dumisani Moyo: Demystifying Artificial Intelligence for business
Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and the Internet of Things are still in their early stages of development, but hold the potential to fundamentally reshape business, society and the global economy.
Internet Society extends partnership with Meta, announces connectivity co-funding initiative
Internet Society, a global charitable organization championing an open, globally connected, and secure Internet, has announced the expansion of its partnership with Meta with the launch of a new Connectivity Co-Funding Initiative.
Takealot partners with Joe Public to deliver growth in e-commerce
Joe’s enthusiastic about the opportunity to help strengthen Takealot’s brand presence as they continue to shape the future of e-commerce.
[Column] Annepeace Alwala: The imperative of inclusivity in AI and technology
AI and technology are only as powerful as the data and the perspectives that shape them. If we fail to include diverse voices, we risk developing biased algorithms that exclude marginalised communities and reinforce systematic disparities.
VFS Global launches AI-powered Chatbot for UK visa customers in 141 countries
The AI-powered chatbot utilises advanced Generative AI technology to offer human-like, conversational support. It does so through both voice and text commands, as a result, customers receive instant, accurate, and accessible information, simplifying their travel experience.
Glass House PR launches State of PR in Africa report
Glass House PR has launched The Glass House PR Report on the state of public relations in Africa. The report draws insights from over 28 PR agencies across 15 countries, spanning North, South, East, and West Africa
TikTok launches STEM Feed in Africa
TikTok, has launched the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) feed in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). The feed features content in the English language with auto-translated subtitles, verified by two independent fact-checking organisations, CSN and Poynter.
The African Marketing Confederation and The Chartered Institute of Marketing announce new partnership
The newly established partnership between CIM and AMC aims to foster the advancement and mobility of the marketing profession. This collaboration will offer professional marketers and practitioners access to valuable development opportunities.
Driving digital transformation in emerging economies through media, fintech and edtech
Aleph Group, a leading global enabler of digital advertising, fintech services and education technology, proudly marks its 20th anniversary with the launch of a bold company manifesto and video campaign.
[Kenya] TikTok removes over 334,000 harmful videos in Q3
Short-form video hosting platform TikTok has revealed that it removed over 334,,000 videos from its platform in Kenya due to violations of its community guidelines.
Gaming sector revenues in Africa hit $1.8 billion in 2024, report
Africa’s gaming market experienced significant growth, reaching a revenue of $1.8 billion (Sh 232.2 billion) in 2024, marking a 12.4% increase from 2023.
Audi South Africa announces Ricci Birchfield as new Head of Marketing and PR
With his record in leading digital initiatives and driving organisational growth, Ricci is well-positioned to take Audi South Africa into its next chapter of progress.
VML South Africa develops Asili AI to combat bias in AI-generated African imagery
The tool addresses biases in existing AI generators that struggle with authentic representation of South African and African individuals.
Kenya’s entertainment and media industry poised for explosive growth, report
Kenya is on the verge of a large growth in its entertainment and media industry. PwC has now uncovered that sector will be worth $4.8 billion in the next three years in new research.
Gen AI is fueling a new wave of fraud in Africa, report
Smile ID, Africa's leading provider of identity verification solutions, has released its 2025 Digital Identity Fraud in Africa Report, highlighting critical fraud trends across the continent.
TikTok announces strategic partnerships in Kenya’s creative ecosystem
TikTok has announced strategic partnerships in Kenya with Aleph Holdings and Wowzi. The collaboration with Aleph Holdings will see TikTok's sales and support operations seamlessly transition to Aleph's dedicated Kenyan team, enhancing local expertise.
[Free Business Webinar, January 30] Multi-Currency Banking Solutions for African Marketing Agencies
Organized by global fintech firm, VertoFX in collaboration with AI-fluence Inc
Joe Public and Nedbank launch campaign to shed light on financial abuse of women
The key insight to the campaign was that amongst the various forms of abuse that women face, money is also used as a form of abuse and financial abuse occurs in 99% of abusive relationships.
PR agency Wimbart announces strategic appointments in Kenya and Nigeria
The move marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey, strengthening its local presence and networks in two of Africa’s major economic markets and established tech ecosystems.