From social media and entertainment to education and productivity, there is now an app available for almost everything out there. Mobile apps have become an essential part of our lives, with more than 3 million mobile apps available on Google Play Store.
When it comes to online shopping, customers aren’t the only ones who can fall victim to scams. Many scams target businesses and sellers instead, therefore anyone selling goods online must know how to avoid being impacted and what to do if their business is affected.
African News, Business
OmniRetail Emerges First in Financial Times’ Ranking of Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies
Omniretail, a B2B enablement platform focusing on digital infrastructure in Sub-Saharan Africa, is proud to announce it has secured the top position in the Financial Times (FT) ranking of Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies for 2024. The ranking, now in its third year, continues to highlight the dynamism and growth of companies in sectors including fintech, renewable energy, healthcare, e-commerce, and agriculture.
South Africa News, Tech
Deimos ranks Africa’s fastest-growing IT & Software company by Financial Times
Deimos, a leading technology company specialising in cloud-native solutions, is proud to announce it has been placed first in the IT and Software category of the Financial Times (FT) ranking of Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies for 2024; placing 15th overall out of 125 companies ranked in Africa. This marks Deimos’ second consecutive entry on the prestigious list.
Time management is one of those skills that is highly crucial for developers because developers are often short on time and have to complete multiple tasks in a limited time period. Developers can really benefit from effective time management because it can allow them to be more productive, deliver more high-quality work, and experience less stress.
The majority of consumers prefer to see something that is beautifully designed instead of plain and simple content. When it comes to website design, having a well-designed website is important because your website is an important part of your online presence and marketing strategy. If you are sticking to the same old plain design, you are doing a lot of harm to your business. To build a better online presence, you must understand the importance of website design and that is what we have discussed below.
It is the year 2024 and users expect every website or app to have a good user interface. The user interface is one of those things that makes a product easy to use and pleasing to use. A good interface can make all the difference in the world and compel users to continue using the product for a longer period. Bad user interface, on the other hand, will not only lead to a poor user experience but will also make users want to leave the product as soon as possible.
Medicine, Tech
Revolutionising African Healthcare: Pharma Distribution, Private Hospitals, and Telemedicine
With just 15% of the world’s population, Africa accounts for 50% of global deaths from communicable diseases. The African healthcare system grapples with a multitude of challenges that hinder the delivery of quality care to its population. One of the most pressing issues is the severe shortage of healthcare professionals. According to the World Health Organisation as of 2022, the African region has only 1.55 healthcare workers per 1,000 population, far below the WHO threshold density of 4.45 per 1,000 needed to deliver essential health services and achieve universal health coverage. This scarcity of trained medical staff puts an immense strain on the already overburdened healthcare infrastructure.
We are witnessing a pivotal moment in the digital landscape as third-party cookies are becoming obsolete. This shift, underscored by Google’s announcement to discontinue third-party cookies in the third quarter of 2024, has profound implications for marketers, advertisers, and consumers alike. With the convergence of stringent data privacy laws and heightened consumer privacy concerns, the era of relying on third-party cookies is giving way to a new paradigm centered around first-party data. This change not only empowers consumers with enhanced privacy controls but also challenges marketers to recalibrate their strategies.
As the third Edition of the African Air Forces Forum nears, we bring you an interview with AIR MARSHAL HB ABUBAKAR, Chief of the Air Staff, Nigerian Air Force. The Conference and Exhibition of the Third Air Forces Forum will held in Abuja, Nigeria from 23 to 24 May 2024 while the Ceremonial Parade and Air Show will take place in Kaduna, Nigeria on 25 May 2024.
Operation Smile South Africa in partnership with the Mpumalanga Department of Health, MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet, and a dedicated team of medical volunteers from various regions of South Africa, will be conducting a surgical program at Rob Ferreira Hospital in Mbombela between 17 – 19 May 2024.
Africa Travel, Egypt News, Events
The African Tourism Forum to be Held in Sharm El Sheikh on May 20-21 2024
ATF24Egypt, The African Tourism Forum will take place from the 20th to 21st of May at the Sharm El Sheikh International Conference Center in Egypt, with the Rixos Hotels Egypt as the accommodation sponsor.
Like any tool or technological advancement, AI can be both destructive or transformative; but generally, the success or failure of technological advancements relies on a susceptible user base and an enabling environment in which it is to be deployed.
It has been a year since South Africa (“SA”) was grey listed by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), and under a year shy of having to demonstrate its improvements in bolstering anti-money laundering and financial crimes measures.
International cloud orchestration companies could tap into rapidly growing demand for cloud services through African expansion
South Africa’s e-commerce landscape has arrived at an important juncture. The explosive growth observed during the pandemic years has slowed down somewhat and consumer spending power has faltered amid low economic growth and a global cost of living crisis. At the same time, competition is heating up.
Last year, the world was abuzz with commentary around the final season of the popular HBO series, Succession. The show follows the ruthless battle between three siblings as they vie for the position of heir to their father’s media empire.
George, a delivery executive, lives in a modest home on the outskirts of Nairobi. He unplugs the wire that charges his shiny new electric bike, presses a tiny switch bringing the quiet engine to life, and rides off to deliver happiness in the form of food. George is part of a large cohort of gig-economy workers who swears by this innovation.
Startups, Tech
PRE-SEED INVESTMENT PROGRAM MADICA ANNOUNCES FIRST SET OF AFRICAN TECH PORTFOLIO COMPANIES
Pan-African Program Adds New Hires, Kicks Off Founder Immersion Networking Trips, Ecosystem Collaboration
Africa Travel, Egypt News
Rixos Premium Alamein Opened its Doors as a New Haven on Egypt’s Mediterranean Coast
Discover the allure of Rixos Premium Alamein, the latest addition to Egypt’s Mediterranean coast. This exquisite resort combines elegance, ultimate comfort, and indulgence, inviting guests to embark on an unforgettable journey of luxury and leisure.
Energy, Morocco News
We need to solve the complex equation of energy transition and grid reliability, says Wärtsilä
Behind the necessary ramp-up of renewable energies, the challenge of integrating them into the power grid occupied centre stage at the North & West Africa Energy Transition Forum. According to Wärtsilä Energy, a leading power plant manufacturer and energy systems integrator in Africa, there are multiple constraints to be taken into account in order to […]
As interest rates remain stable against the backdrop of a challenging economic climate, banks are being pushed to innovate and offer more competitive home loan terms to attract customers. This environment has given rise to a practice widely adopted in the UK but is yet to reach a tipping point in South Africa: bond switching. […]