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Visa, a global leader in digital payments, invite Fintech innovators based in Africa to apply for Cohort 6 of the Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator. The deadline for applications is May 17, 2026 on Visa Accelerator | Visa. This announcement comes on the back of a spotlight on 18 high-growth fintech startups from 10 African countries at the Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator Cohort 5 Demo Day, held during GITEX Africa in Marrakech. Marking a major milestone for the program, Visa also announced that the accelerator has now supported more than 100 startups across the continent since launch, underscoring its growing role…

Freedom Telecom International (FTI), a subsidiary of Freedom Holding Corp. (FRHC), and global technology group e& have entered into an agreement establishing a structured framework to capture business opportunities worldwide. e& international’s Khaled Hegazy and FTI’s Johannes Hummer signed the agreement during MWC26. The arrangement creates a platform for the two organizations to engage a wider circle of telecom operators and contribute to their growth, while maintaining full operational independence. e& brings diverse telecom expertise gathered throughout its operating footprint, such as advanced capabilities in commercial optimization, digital transformation, and large-scale operational execution. FTI, through its parent Freedom Holding Corp.,…

Kaspersky posted positive sales results that grew by 4% year-on-year (YoY) and approached USD 836 million in 2025. This expansion was principally driven by a 16% YoY sales growth of the company’s B2B product portfolio. In the Middle East the company reported 23% growth in the B2B sales, and 39% growth in the B2C sales. In 2025, Kaspersky’s business development progressed against the backdrop of persistent cyberthreat landscape evolution, with the average daily number of malicious files detected by the company reaching half a million. Kaspersky continued advancing its cybersecurity product portfolio in the past year, issuing more than 560…

Aligning with its role as a strategic partner in supporting digital transformation across vital sectors, Mideast Communication Systems (MCS), in collaboration with the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing digital capabilities and developing qualified human capital in cybersecurity within the petroleum sector. The MoU was signed by Eng. Wael Lotfy, Deputy Minister for Projects at the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, and Eng. Tarek Shabka, Chairman of MCS. The partnership reflects the shared vision of both parties to develop a secure and sustainable digital environment that supports…

Twist, a fast-growing digital entertainment platform, has announced the launch of its new “Library Import” feature, designed to allow users to seamlessly transfer their music playlists from other streaming platforms directly to their Twist accounts. The new feature is introduced through a partnership with Free Your Music, a company specializing in secure and scalable music data connectivity. Through this collaboration, Library Import removes one of the biggest barriers users face when switching platforms, the need to recreate playlists manually, allowing them to transfer their music libraries across streaming services with high accuracy and minimal friction. Free Your Music’s technology is…

Huawei released its 2025 Annual Report, reporting financial performance in line with company forecasts, with USD126 billion in revenue and USD9.7 billion in net profit. Demonstrating its continued commitment to innovation, Huawei invested USD27.5 billion into R&D, which accounted for 21.8% of its annual revenue in 2025. The company’s R&D investment over the past decade amounts to USD197.7 billion, reinforcing its long-term focus on innovation and technological advancement. This commitment is further reflected in its talent and intellectual property strength, with approximately 114,000 employees—representing 53.7% of the workforce—dedicated to R&D, and a global portfolio of 165,000 active granted patents as…

Influence Group, a leading strategic communications and public relations agency, announced the launch of “Influence Academy”, building on more than 20 years of experience in training and developing leaders, including ministers, chairpersons, and senior executives across major institutions. The Academy introduces a modern approach to leadership development based on a Business Coaching model, designed to build well-rounded leaders through a seamless integration of knowledge and practical application. This approach combines a range of advanced disciplines and methodologies, including the use of artificial intelligence “AI” in analysis and training, alongside psychology, performance techniques, and dialogue management. Together, these elements aim to…

Within just a few months of its global launch in December 2025, the FreeClip surpassed 600,000 units sold contributing to a total of over one million HUAWEI FreeClip earbuds sold across Arab countries. While the previous-generation FreeClip had already proven to be a fan favourite, this latest achievement further reinforces its popularity. However, the success of the FreeClip 2 does not come as a surprise. The FreeClip 2 has been widely praised by reviewers and users for its sound quality and comfort. Having debuted two years after the first FreeClip, the new HUAWEI FreeClip 2 brings some significant upgrades with…

mylo, the fintech venture that grew out of B.TECH, announced the launch of a new feature allowing customers to easily pay their due installments through the InstaPay financial services app, using their mobile number, national ID, or a registered company code ensuring a smooth and seamless user experience. This step comes as part of the company’s strategy to deliver instant and secure digital payment experiences, reflecting its ongoing commitment to offering more flexible and user-friendly financial solutions. Through this move, mylo aims to meet customers’ daily needs by providing convenient payment methods that align with their fast-paced lifestyles. The initiative…

Amidst the rapid global transformations in the energy sector, increasingly reliant on technology and digitalization as key drivers for enhancing efficiency and sustainability, (MCS) has announced its participation in the Egypt Energy Show (EGYPES) 2026. The ninth edition of EGYPES, held under the patronage of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, from March 30th to April 1st. The event is a premier platform for the energy sector in North Africa and the Mediterranean, serving as a strategic hub for international dialogue on the future of energy, investment, and technology. MCS’s participation highlights its…

Reinforcing its role as a private sector partner in supporting Egypt’s water sustainability priorities, Al-Ahram Beverages Company (ABC) has signed a cooperation agreement protocol with Al Orman Association to build 50 rainwater harvesting wells in Marsa Matrouh, one of Egypt’s most water-scarce areas. The signing coincides with World Water Day on 22nd of March, underscoring the importance of sustainable water management and helping enhance the livelihoods of communities in underserved areas through collective action to safeguard water resources for future generations. The initiative is expected to directly benefit more than 250 beneficiaries, strengthening community resilience and improving access to clean…

GIGABYTE has announced the launch of its new Gaming power supply series, combining modern design, advanced performance, and competitive pricing, backed by a 10-year warranty. The new power supply is 80PLUS GOLD certified and features 100% Japanese capacitors, ensuring wide compatibility with the latest PC components and graphics cards while offering exceptional durability and long-term reliability. Quiet Cooling and Stable Performance The Gaming power supply delivers a quiet cooling system thanks to its 135mm FDB fan, designed to operate efficiently with minimal noise, especially under light loads. It has also received Cybenetics LAMBDA certification, which ensures an optimal balance between…

During MWC Barcelona 2026, Huawei Cloud hosted the Huawei Cloud Summit under the theme “Huawei Cloud: Solving Industry Challenges with AI.” At the event, Antonony Gu, President of Huawei Hybrid Cloud, officially launched Huawei Cloud Foundation (HCF), Huawei’s latest hybrid cloud offering, to a global audience. HCF is designed to deliver a more open, simplified, and resilient hybrid cloud experience for customers worldwide. As digital and intelligent transformation accelerates, a growing number of enterprises are adopting hybrid cloud architectures to modernize IT infrastructure. Hybrid cloud enables organizations to keep core assets on their own premises to meet security and compliance…

The International Cybersecurity and Information Security Conference and Exhibition – CAISEC ’26 celebrates its fifth anniversary, having become a landmark event and one of the most dynamic and influential cybersecurity platforms across the Middle East and Africa. CAISEC ’26 will be held under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly for the third consecutive year, on June 8–9, bringing together leading industry figures and decision-makers from across the region to redefine digital sovereignty strategies amid accelerating geopolitical shifts that are reshaping national security concepts worldwide, alongside the rapid and increasingly critical evolution of artificial intelligence. The event also enjoys…

Vodafone Group announced earlier this month the commencement of a €500 million share buyback programme from February 5 to May 11 aimed at reducing its share capital. he UAE’s largest telecom firm e&’s share in the British telecom giant Vodafone Group has reached 17 per cent. In May 2022, Emirates Telecommunications Group Company (e&) acquired a 9.8 per cent stake in Vodafone for $4.4 billion. In 2023, its stake rose to 12 per cent. The UAE company’s shareholding increasing to 17 per cent was not a result of buying more shares in Vodafone. Instead “the updated shareholding is a result…

Startup Factory, in partnership with Egytrans NOSCO and with the strategic sponsorship of Alexandria Container & Cargo Handling Company (ACCHCO), announced the launch of the third edition of Logivators (Logivators 3.0). The launch coincides with the introduction of the Egyptian Entrepreneurship Charter, held under the patronage of His Excellency the Prime Minister, and reflects Egypt’s continued efforts to strengthen its position as a leading regional hub for logistics and port services. Logivators 3.0 supports applied innovation by connecting startups with real operational challenges in Egypt’s logistics sector. The program serves as an industry-integrated platform that converts operational challenges in logistics…

FawryPlus, a subsidiary of Fawry and a leader in financial inclusion services and banking solutions, announced its 2026 expansion plans and the strengthening of its geographic footprint with the opening of its 350th branch nationwide in “Smart Village,” Egypt’s premier hub for business and technology. This milestone reflects Fawry’s ongoing commitment to delivering innovative digital financial solutions that serve millions of customers and support the national economy. The opening of this branch marks the company’s first expansion step in the new year and aligns with its strategy of maintaining a strong, active presence in major economic and technological communities. Through…

eNovate, a subsidiary of eFinance Investment Group, and Cobi, a UAE-headquartered AI-native customer intelligence platform, today announced the integration of Cobi’s AI-powered intelligence infrastructure across its digital payment ecosystem to redefine how young people across Egypt engage with digital financial services. Enabled through Mastercard’s Engage programme, the partnership combines eNovate’s digital payments product suite and Cobi’s AI-powered engagement platform to give financial institutions a new level of intelligence, personalisation, and behavioural insight across their customer base. As the MENA region emerged as a global hub for financial services innovation in 2025, fuelled by government initiatives and rapid digital payments growth,…

In a significant step reflecting the rapid digital transformation of Sudan’s financial sector, Banknbox, a leading provider of digital banking and payment technology solutions, announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with ASD Smart, a Sudanese digital and smart solutions company. The collaboration aims to build and operate advanced digital systems and platforms for banks in the Republic of Sudan, including the development of an instant payment infrastructure in line with the latest international technical standards. This partnership comes at a time when the Sudanese market faces substantial challenges in access to banking services. A significant portion of the…

IPMagiX, a regional leader in digital transformation and customer engagement technologies, and novomind, a global provider of omnichannel customer service and AI-driven communication platforms, are pleased to announce a strategic collaboration aimed at accelerating next-generation customer experience solutions across the Middle East and Africa. This partnership brings together IPMagiX’s extensive portfolio of hospitality, telecom, and enterprise engagement solutions with novomind’s globally recognized novomind iAGENT omnichannel communication platform and the new novomind AI Platform, enabling organizations to deliver seamless, intelligent, and automated customer interactions across WhatsApp, voice, email, chat, and enterprise channels. The collaboration also supports the two companies’ joint use…