Zambia’s ChitChat Partners Mastercard to Launch Virtual Cards
Zambia’s ChitChat partners Mastercard to launch virtual cards for cross-border payments. This follows an initial partnership between Union54 and Mastercard, which launched ChitChat in March 2024 after a $1.2 billion chargeback fraud attempt forced Union54 to halt its services. Per a statement, the launch of ChitChat’s virtual card will speed up cross-border payments, offering a
30 Things to do in Equatorial Guinea This Year
Wondering things to do in Equatorial Guinea? There are countless places of interest in this beautiful African country. Aside from several popular tourist attractions, there are many interesting places too.. So, buckle up! Because Equatorial Guinea is a country that promises to captivate your heart and challenge your sense of
Zipline Conducts First Drone Delivery to a New Mission Hospital in Kisumu
Zipline conducts first drone delivery to a New Mission Hospital in Kisumu to enhance critical medical supplies, blood, and vaccines to improve regional patient care. The event, graced by His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto, the President of Kenya, marked a significant leap forward in the accessibility and efficiency of
DR Congo Cancels $1.2B Biometric ID Project
DR Congo cancels $1.2B biometric ID project amid alleged financial irregularities, months after allegations of financial irregularities. Richard Ilunga, Director General of Congo’s National Office for Population Identification, confirmed that the contract with the French biometrics provider Idemia, which would have seen it build a civil registry and print ID cards through
The Man Called Natie Kirsh
Nathan Kirsh (Natie Kirsh), a renowned Swazi and South African billionaire businessman, has firmly established himself as a leading figure in the business world through his immense wealth and successful ventures. As the richest man in Eswatini (formerly Swaziland) and one of the richest individuals in Southern Africa, Kirsh holds
PaidHR Removes Upfront Onboarding Fees and Introduces PaidHiring
By 2030, Africa will account for a fifth of the world’s population, with a disproportionately young demographic. This surge will inject tens of millions of young people into the global labour market. To capitalize on this demographic dividend, businesses of all sizes must strategically adapt their hiring practices and workplace cultures to
Top 7 AI Research Assistants You Can Use This Year
Research can be both exciting and overwhelming. With so much data to sift through and complex studies to analyse, it’s easy to feel bogged down. It’s a good thing Artificial Intelligence is advancing and this affects research culture too. AI research assistants are here to take on the heavy lifting—whether it’s sorting
Chinese BYD Expands into Zambia with Showroom to Launch on September 5
Chinese BYD expands into Zambia in partnership with PEM (Pilatus Electric Mobility Zambia Limited). The BYD Zambia showroom is scheduled to launch on September 5, 2024. BYD will be selling three models in the country: the Dolphin, a sedan with a 420 km range; the ATTO 3, an SUV with
Top 21 Books Every Startup Founder Should Read This Year
Starting a company is an exciting journey. It is full of challenges, risks, and growth opportunities. As a founder, you’ll wear many hats. You’ll be the visionary, the problem-solver, and everything in between. There’s a wealth of knowledge available in some insightful books that can guide you through the process.
22 Free Pitch Deck Template for Startups This Year
Pitch deck templates for startups are essential tools that can significantly streamline the process of creating compelling presentations to secure investment. These templates offer a structured framework, incorporating key elements that investors look for, such as the problem, solution, market opportunity, and financial projections. By using templates inspired by successful startups, entrepreneurs
