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posted in January 2019

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Tech startup funding in Africa: A deeper dive into 2018

Connecting Africa News
1/31/2019

Having focused on the strength of the Nigerian startup sector and the attraction of fintech in the first leg of this two-part report, Disrupt Africa's Tom Jackson now takes a look at the other markets and sectors that were hot for tech startup funding in Africa during 2018.

Tech Startup Funding In Africa: 2018 Hits Record High

Connecting Africa News
1/30/2019

As tech startup funding tops $330 million for 2018, Disrupt Africa's Tom Jackson explains, in the first part of a two-part report, why Nigeria is the new center of Africa's funding universe.

A Strong Position in Africa is Ever Critical for Huawei

Wei Shi
1/29/2019

As it comes under fire in many other markets, it's never been more important for the Chinese vendor to have a strong foothold in Africa.

Comviva Appoints New Head for MENA Region

Connecting Africa News
1/27/2019

Digital finance solutions specialist Comviva appoints Ramy Moselhy as its new Market Unit Head for MENA (Middle East & North Africa) as it targets significant growth in the region.

Safaricom Offers Enterprise Security Services

Connecting Africa News
1/25/2019

Kenyan operator is offering enterprise users Managed Security Solutions, Security Assurance and Advisory services, as well as Managed Security Operations Center solutions.

Susan Mulikita Appointed as CEO of Liquid Telecom Zambia

Connecting Africa News
1/23/2019

Experienced ICT professional becomes first female CEO to join the company’s regional executive leadership team and first female CEO responsible for ICT in Zambia.

Africa's 4G Experience Varies Wildly, Finds OpenSignal

Ray Le Maistre
1/22/2019

Study by OpenSignal of mobile broadband connectivity across Africa finds that availability and connectivity varies considerably from country to country.

Versa Networks, BringCom Team on SD-WAN Services in East and West Africa

Connecting Africa News
1/16/2019

Versa Networks and BringCom will bring secure SD-WAN service capabilities to regional service providers and SaaS operators in the region.

Konnect Africa Launches Internet Access Services in Côte d'Ivoire

Connecting Africa News
1/15/2019

Konnect Africa's satellite Internet services are now accessible in Côte d'Ivoire through an extensive network of distributors.

Microsoft South Africa Names New MD

Connecting Africa News
1/14/2019

Microsoft South Africa has appointed Lillian Barnard as its new Managing Director, effective March 1.

Liquid Telecom Appoints Ex-Orange Exec to Lead Push into West Africa

Wei Shi
1/11/2019

Liquid Telecom has appointed industry veteran Mohamed Abdel Bassit, most recently at Orange, to lead its expansion into some of the fastest growing markets on the continent.

Microsoft Delays Data Center Launch

Ray Le Maistre
1/9/2019

Microsoft needs more time and investment before it can open its planned data centers in South Africa, reports ITWeb.

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