Chpter spins off Pluto, a WhatsApp API suite, as subsidiary
Kenyan social commerce start-up, Chpter spins off Pluto, a WhatsApp API suite designed to help businesses automate customer interactions and process transactions. Launched in 2025, Pluto now operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Chpter, with Andrew Bosson, formerly Chpter’s chief growth officer, as co-founder and CEO. Pluto’s launch comes
Absa Group to open offices in Dubai
South Africa’s third-largest bank, Absa Group to open offices in Dubai by early 2026, subject to regulatory approval. The move shows the growing competition among South African banks to benefit from increasing trade and investment between the Gulf region and Africa. Absa said it is opening a Dubai office to
How Darsh Market is Making Online Selling Easier for Students
Yabatech Delivery founder, Edgar Odey is taking a bold step forward with the launch of Darsh Market. This innovative platform aims to create a seamless and accessible marketplace for students and entrepreneurs looking to sell their products online. A new business After observing the market trends, Odey noticed a significant
Top 100 Business Ideas in Ethiopia This Year
Starting a business Ethiopia in can be rewarding, especially if you identify a niche that meets local needs or leverages your skills. From online-based services to traditional enterprises, here are 100 business ideas Ethiopia in that you can start with relatively low capital. 100 Business Ideas in Ethiopia 1. Mini
Why are data centre investors flocking to Lagos’ coastline?
Why are data centre investors flocking to Lagos’ coastline? Simple. To get a slice of Lagos’ booming data center market—projected to reach 80 megawatts (MW) by 2027. Global investors are pouring capital into Victoria Island and the Lekki Peninsula, two of the city’s most affluent urban neighborhoods. Thanks to its
Nigeria’s cNGN stablecoin seeks listings on Yellow Card, Roqqu
The Africa Stablecoin Consortium (ASC), the developers of Nigeria’s cNGN stablecoin seeks listings on Yellow Card and Roqqu, two prominent African crypto exchanges, to secure listings for the Naira-backed token. While both companies confirmed the discussions, neither platform has committed to listing the stablecoin. cNGN has secured listings on Busha and Quidax, the
OpenAI raises $40 billion in new funding from SoftBank
On Monday, 31st March 2025, OpenAI raises $40 billion in new funding from SoftBank to develop advanced AI technologies, valuing the company at $300 billion. This deal, the largest venture capital funding ever for a startup, is led by Japanese investment giant SoftBank Group and signals a significant push toward the development
Top 100 Business Ideas in Tanzania This Year
Starting a business in Tanzania can be rewarding, especially if you identify a niche that meets local needs or leverages your skills. From online-based services to traditional enterprises, here are 100 business ideas in Tanzania that you can start with relatively low capital. 100 Business Ideas in Tanzania 1. Mini
Google introduces AI-powered weather forecasts on Search across Africa
Tech giant, Google introduces AI-powered weather forecasts on Search across Africa, for the first time. The forecasts are made possible through advancements in Google Research’s AI-powered nowcasting model MetNet, which uses satellite data and ground observations to produce state-of-the-art precipitation forecasts in data-sparse regions of the world. According to Google’s
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How to Start a Food Startup This Year [10 Steps]
Starting a food startup is an exciting endeavor that combines culinary passion with entrepreneurial spirit. The food industry is dynamic and continually evolving, offering numerous opportunities for innovative businesses. However, launching a successful food startup requires meticulous planning, market understanding, and strategic execution. This article will walk you through on
