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🚀 A New Chapter Begins for TechAfrica News! 🌍 After eight incredible years, TechAfrica News is proud to announce a significant change that marks a new chapter in our journey—a fresh, transformative logo that embodies our evolution and commitment to innovation. TechAfrica News is about modern and transformative Africa, the one that leads in innovation, not the one left behind. Our new logo represents this spirit of progress and collective growth, as we continue to cover the stories that matter in shaping Africa’s future and represent the young and diverse communities on the continent. “As we step into this new era with our fresh new logo, we're not just rebranding— we're reaffirming our commitment to telling the stories of Africa and its journey to become a leader in innovation and transformation. This is just the beginning of our journey, so stay tuned for what is coming next!”  - Akim Benamara, Founder & Chief Editor of TechAfrica News We are incredibly thankful for the community and industry support we have. So many amazing people and companies have been a part of our journey so far, from satellite operators to telcos, associations and technology vendors – thank you for appreciating and trusting our work. “Your story is truly powerful when it's told by you. The new Africa must be narrated by Africans, for Africans. When TechAfrica News tells the story of Africa, it resonates deeply, because it's authentically told by us.”  - Lacina Koné, CEO of Smart Africa    The future is bright, and we’re excited to have you with us on this journey. Stay tuned for the TechAfrica News podcast and all exciting new projects we will share with you soon! #TechAfricaNews #Africa #MiddleEast #Transformation #Furture #Innovation #IndustryNews #DigitalTransformation

++ #Gambia Becomes FEDA’s 19th Member, Expanding Africa’s Development Investment Landscape ++ The Republic of The Gambia has acceded the Establishment Agreement of the Fund for Export-Development in Africa (FEDA), the development impact investment arm of African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). With this accession, The Gambia becomes FEDA’s nineteenth member, reinforcing its commitment to fostering economic growth and development. "We are delighted to welcome the Republic of The Gambia as the newest member of FEDA. This accession enhances our collective efforts to drive economic growth in the country, building on the momentum created by Afreximbank’s investments in the country over the past few years. We look forward to further collaborations aimed at unlocking new opportunities for partnership and growth." – Professor Benedict Oramah, President of Afreximbank and Chairman of both the Boards of Afreximbank and FEDA "We are thrilled to have The Republic of The Gambia join the Fund for Export Development in Africa (FEDA). Our recent investment in the Gambia’s financial services sector reflects our commitment to supporting the country’s five-year development plan. We are excited to collaborate with the country’s stakeholders to drive sustainable growth and explore opportunities that align with its development goals. Together, we can build a stronger, more resilient economy for the future." – Marlene Ngoyi, CEO, FEDA #techafricanews #africa #gambia #development #investment #landscape #development #plan #sustainable #growth

++ #Ghana Faces Highest Volume of Cyberattacks in West Africa, NETSCOUT Reports ++ Ghana has led the West African region in both the frequency and diversity of cyber threats for the first half of 2024, facing a high volume of distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks directed at industries including computer services and telecommunications. "The growing complexity of DDoS threats seen worldwide, including a notable increase in both attack frequency and sophistication, is clearly reflected in Nigeria. The country experienced more complex attacks than others within the region, with 23 different attacks vendors seen in one single attack, from TCP and CLDAP (Connection-less Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) attacks to Domain Name System (DNS) amplification and many more." – Bryan Hamman, Regional Director for Africa, NETSCOUT #techafricanews #africa #ghana #wesstafrica #diversity #cyberthreats #attacks #computer #services #telecommunciations

🌍 We’re happy to announce wingu.africa group as a sponsor for our Hamwe Networking Night at #AfricaCom 2024! wingu.africa group is transforming connectivity across East Africa through its carrier-neutral and open-access data centers. Known for pioneering the region’s most connected facility—the Djibouti Data Centre—wingu.africa provides flexible, vendor-independent solutions that empower clients to focus on their core business. With facilities in Djibouti, Somaliland, and Tanzania, wingu.africa is enhancing digital infrastructure by offering cost-effective, high-capacity access across the region through interconnected cable landing sites. Join us for a night of networking with industry trailblazers like wingu.africa, committed to driving Africa’s digital future. Don’t miss out on connecting with leaders shaping the interconnected future of Africa. 📅 Event Details: Date: 13 November from 7 PM to 12 AM Location: The Gin Bar 🎟️ Get your ticket now: https://lnkd.in/dzQAgbHm Thank you, wingu.africa, for supporting the Hamwe Networking Night. Looking forward to an inspiring evening together! #TechAfricaNews #AfricaCom #HamweNetworkingNight #winguafrica #DigitalTransformation #CarrierNeutral #GetYourTicket

++ e& Launches ‘Go for More’ Brand Positioning to Drive Global Ambition ++ e&, a leading global technology group, has unveiled its latest brand positioning, “Go for More,” inviting audiences worldwide to discover its vast ecosystem of innovative services and solutions. This marks a milestone in e&’s journey to becoming a global technology powerhouse, highlighting its bold commitment to empowering people and businesses with a full suite of digital experiences, platforms, and tools designed to enrich everyday life and inspire ambition. "We want everyone to know what we stand for. We’re a brand that champions the quest for more. Our new brand positioning is both our promise to and our overture for everyone to ‘Go for More’—our customers, shareholders, and ourselves. At our core, we believe everyone deserves a future full of possibilities— that’s what spurs our passion and commitment to deliver value, quality, and empowerment through every interaction." - Hatem Dowidar, Group CEO, e& #techafricanews #middleeast #entertainment #global #ambition #brand #positioning #promise #possibilites

++ London Internet Exchange (LINX) Welcomes Jennifer Holmes, EMBA as New Chief Executive Officer ++ The London Internet Exchange (LINX) has announced the appointment of Jennifer Holmes as new Chief Executive Officer following an extensive global search process led by the Board of Directors. Jennifer will replace Kurtis Lindqvist who shared his resignation with the LINX community earlier this year, as he prepares for his move to new position as President and CEO of ICANN based in Geneva. "The Board was unanimous in their choice for Jennifer. We appreciated her authenticity, her ability to connect to members, staff and the Board, and felt she provided the best possible leadership for LINX in the future. I am very much looking forward to working with Jennifer and I also wish to share my thanks and celebrate the great leadership that Kurtis has given LINX over the last five years." - Pieter Knook, Chair, LINX Board of Directors "I am truly honoured and proud to be taking over from Kurtis and step into this role, leading a company that has already achieved so much. This is an exciting chapter in LINX’s history as we celebrate 30 years of business, with many opportunities for future growth. I look forward to working closely with the staff, Board of Directors, and members in the coming years to drive LINX’s continued success within the interconnection community." - Jennifer Holmes, EMBA, Chief Executive Officer, London Internet Exchange (LINX) #techafricanews #internetexchange #executive #change #appointment #company #success #interconnection #community

++ Vodacom Drives Circular Economy with E-Waste Recycling Partnership in South Africa ++ As the demand for the latest technology increases, electronic waste (e-waste) is one of the fastest-growing waste streams in the world. To help counter this challenge, Vodacom South Africa has partnered with Circular Energy, a not-for-profit Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO), to divert e-waste from landfills into recovery and recycling programmes. The collaboration supports Vodacom’s commitment to promoting a circular economy by reducing its environmental impact and promoting employment opportunities in the green economy. "E-waste is our business’s second most material environmental issue, and encouraging circularity is key to our purpose which includes empowering people while protecting the planet. Our joint initiative with Circular Energy will ensure a robust system to collect, recycle and reuse waste responsibly across our operations, and play our part in building a sustainable future for generations to come." - Takalani (Taki) Netshitenzhe, Ambassador, Advocate, Director of External Affairs, Vodacom South Africa "Adopting circular models shifts the focus to waste reduction and resource conservation while creating economic opportunities. It opens pathways to unlock significant value currently lost in traditional ‘linear’ waste processes. Vodacom, through Circular Energy’s initiatives, will realise not only reduced environmental footprints but also substantial economic and skills development benefits within the value chain." - Patricia Schröder, CEO, Circular Energy #techafricanews #africa #southafrica #ewaste #recycling #circular #economy #value #economic #opportunities

++ Wema Bank Plc. Launches ALAT Xplore, Nigeria’s First Banking App for Teens ++ Wema Bank, Nigeria’s foremost innovative app and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, is breaking new ground by pioneering yet another industry first; the ALAT Xplore App, Nigeria’s first licensed banking app for teenagers. The ALAT Xplore App is giving teenagers the opportunity to test the app, explore its functionalities and leverage the unique range of solutions tailored to their needs as teenagers, ultimately equipping them with practical financial management prowess as they journey from childhood to adulthood. #techafricanews #africa #nigeria #innovative #application #digital #bank #functionalities #management

🌍 We’re excited to announce the Africa Data Centres Association as a partner for our Hamwe Networking Night at #AfricaCom 2024! ADCA, the trade organization for data centres across the African continent, plays a crucial role in advancing digital infrastructure and economic growth. By uniting key players in the data centre industry, ADCA supports the sector's development, raising awareness among governments, media, and society about the importance of data centres in Africa’s digital future. Join us for an evening dedicated to fostering collaboration, building connections, and accelerating Africa’s digital journey. Don’t miss the chance to connect with industry leaders like ADCA, who are at the forefront of Africa’s digital transformation. 📅 Event Details: Where: The Gin Bar When: the 13th of November from 7:00 PM to 12:00 PM 🎟️ Get your ticket and be part of this transformative event at AfricaCom 2024 - https://lnkd.in/dzQAgbHm Thank you, ADCA, for supporting the Hamwe Networking Night. We look forward to an impactful evening together! #TechAfricaNews #AfricaCom #HamweNetworkingNight #ADCA #DigitalTransformation #AfricaDataCenters #GetYourTicket

++ Elon Musk Highlights Starlink’s Urban Expansion in Africa ++ Elon Musk announced via platform X that Starlink is actively working to boost internet capacity in densely populated urban areas across Africa, aiming to accelerate its services in regions with high connectivity demands. Musk emphasized Starlink’s commitment to rapid expansion within city centers to meet the growing need for reliable internet access. #techafricanews #africa #starlink #urban #areas #internet #access #need #connectivity #technology #satellite