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13/11/2023

Healthcare giant Bupa left a pensioner disappointed when it shut her cash plan These deals let consumers reclaim medical costs such as dentistry and eyecare Many Bupa customers have been left to search for a new insurer by themselves By Sam Barker Updated: 01:00 EST, 13 November 2023 A pensioner has been left frustrated after Bupa closed her cash plan with little warning - after paying in loyally for almost 40 years....

Healthcare giant Bupa left a pensioner disappointed when it shut her cash plan These deals let consumers reclaim medical costs such as dentistry and eyecare Man

14/10/2023

When Waitrose and Ocado cut ties in 2020, the battle among the grocers stepped up another notch. Since then, growing demand for online delivery during the pandemic and then for the budget retailers during the cost of living crisis, means supermarkets have had to work even harder. Waitrose has stood strong amid all of this but experts think it is still struggling to grow as its online delivery capabilities have floundered. ...

When Waitrose and Ocado cut ties in 2020, the battle among the grocers stepped up another notch. Since then, growing demand for online delivery during the pande

14/09/2023

My son and his partner brought a new build property in July 2019 for £280,000 with a mortgage through Nationwide Building Society. This was funded through a deposit of £48,000, a mortgage of £176,000, and a government 20 per cent interest-free Help to Buy loan of £56,000. During the pandemic, both my son and his partner lost their jobs. He has retrained as a carpenter on around £26,000 per annum. ...

My son and his partner brought a new build property in July 2019 for £280,000 with a mortgage through Nationwide Building Society. This was funded through a de

15/08/2023

COUNCILS WITH NO STRATEGY Aberdeenshire Council Amber Valley Borough Council Angus Council Ards and North Down Borough Council Ashfield District Council Babergh District Council Barnsley Borough Council Bedford Borough Council Blaby District Council Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council Blaenau Gwent County Borough Bolsover District Council Boston Borough Council Bradford Metropolitan Council Braintree District Council Bridgend County Borough Council Brighton and Hove City Council…...

COUNCILS WITH NO STRATEGY Aberdeenshire Council Amber Valley Borough Council Angus Council Ards and North Down Borough Council Ashfield District Council Babergh

05/07/2023

Rumours of the iPhone 15 series have already been circulating online as we edge closer to Apple’s highly anticipated yearly September announcements. Talks from different quarters suggest Apple may introduce new, limited-edition colours for the iPhone 15 Pro and the regular iPhone 15. Here is all we know about the rumoured release, such as the promised features and when we may expect to see them....

Rumours of the iPhone 15 series have already been circulating online as we edge closer to Apple’s highly anticipated yearly September announcements. Talks from

05/07/2023

Similar to the SRD grant, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) plays a vital role in providing financial assistance to eligible students in South Africa. To ensure you stay updated with your application and funding status, it is important to know how to check your NSFAS status. In this article, we will guide you through the various methods available to check your NSFAS status....

Similar to the SRD grant, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) plays a vital role in providing financial assistance to eligible students in South A

05/07/2023

A conversation with Perseus Mlambo, co-founder and CEO of Union54, about ChitChat, the startup’s recently launched social commerce platform. Eleven months after Union 54 halted operations amid an attempted $1.2 billion chargeback fraud, the Zambian fintech startup is launching ChitChat. The new product is a social commerce platform and is the result of a collaboration between Union 54 and Mastercard. ...

A conversation with Perseus Mlambo, co-founder and CEO of Union54, about ChitChat, the startup’s recently launched social commerce platform. Eleven months after

05/07/2023

In partnership with Good morning ☀️ We’re one day away from the launch of the new Twitter. ICYMI: Mark Zuckerberg and the Instagram team are launching Threads, an Instagram App, on July 6. We don’t know much about the app yet—except that it’s unsurprisingly unavailable in Africa yet—and that it’s Instagram…but with text instead, not photos. Users sign up using their Instagram account and just chat away. ...

In partnership with Good morning ☀️ We’re one day away from the launch of the new Twitter. ICYMI : Mark Zuckerberg and the Instagram team are laun

04/07/2023

Healthy stock exchange markets are a major source of business capital globally. But not in Africa. A former Goldman Sachs banker and an IT consultant want to change this by simplifying institutional access to Africa’s many but small capital markets. SecondSTAX, a Ghanaian fintech that provides access to stock markets for institutional investors, recently signed an agreement with the African Securities Exchange Association (ASEA) to unify Africa’s stock markets....

Healthy stock exchange markets are a major source of business capital globally. But not in Africa. A former Goldman Sachs banker and an IT consultant want to ch

04/07/2023

As Netflix and HBO commence a content deal that would see popular titles like Insecure and Ballers come to Netflix, Showmax, being the exclusive provider of HBO content in Africa thus far, has a reason to be worried. According to a report by Deadline, Netflix has started streaming several popular shows from HBO after it struck a deal with the network’s parent entity, Warner Bros....

As Netflix and HBO commence a content deal that would see popular titles like Insecure and Ballers come to Netflix, Showmax, being the exclusive provider of HBO

04/07/2023

Noel K. Tshiani, founder of Congo Business Network, has steadily emerged as a prolific voice for startups from the Democratic Republic of Congo. His insights and perspectives have graced a variety of media platforms, including radio and television broadcasts, as well as a number of influential magazines. And through written interviews with entrepreneurs from Kinshasa for various media outlets, he has worked diligently to equip these budding businesses with essential marketing, branding, and communications skills....

Noel K. Tshiani , founder of Congo Business Network, has steadily emerged as a prolific voice for startups from the Democratic Republic of Congo. His insights a

04/07/2023

A new crypto regulation in South Africa will see crypto exchanges unable to operate in the country without licences by November 30. According to reports by Bloomberg, South Africa’s Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) will require that crypto exchanges in the country operate with licences by the end of the year. The FSCA has set a November 30 deadline for licence applications. ...

A new crypto regulation in South Africa will see crypto exchanges unable to operate in the country without licences by November 30. According to reports by Blo

04/07/2023

Kyosk, a digital distributor, has acquired KwikBasket to keep its talents in-house. However, how does it differ from Twiga Foods? Kyosk, a digital distribution platform, has entered the African fresh produce market with its Farm and Fresh business line. This follows its acquisition of KwikBasket, a player in agricultural distribution. Kyosk specialises in online retail distribution, employing a digital-first approach and data-driven insights to boost efficiency and connectivity in the supply chain....

Kyosk, a digital distributor, has acquired KwikBasket to keep its talents in-house. However, how does it differ from Twiga Foods? Kyosk, a digital distribution

04/07/2023

The Netherlands has eyes on Africa and its software developers. The relationship is symbiotic: Europe needs more developers; Africans need more liquidity. Tunga is the upstart coordinating a handshake. Like many other markets worldwide, Europe has a demand for software developers that its local market cannot meet. This has driven demand for technical talents to markets like India and Africa where tech-savvy youthful populations are filling positions at global firms....

The Netherlands has eyes on Africa and its software developers. The relationship is symbiotic: Europe needs more developers; Africans need more liquidity. Tunga

04/07/2023

According to Liquid C2 Cyber Security’s “The Evolving Cyber Security Landscape in Africa 2022” report, 62% of surveyed companies on the continent said that the cybersecurity breaches to their operations occurred as a result of remote or hybrid working. The study, which covered 139 companies in South Africa, Kenya, and Zambia, also uncovered that as a result of remote and hybrid work, companies had limited capacity to curb the proliferation of threats on users’ devices....

According to Liquid C2 Cyber Security’s “The Evolving Cyber Security Landscape in Africa 2022” report , 62% of surveyed companies on the continent said that the

04/07/2023

Electric buses in Lagos offer an environmentally friendly and more comfortable way to move around Lagos, but only for a select few—for now. Lagos, Nigeria’s bustling metropolis, aims to achieve a zero-carbon goal by 2050. While significant policies—like the five-year Climate Action Plan (CAP) 2020-2025—have been implemented to achieve this goal, Lagos is exploring new alternatives like electric buses to reduce greenhouse gas emissions....

Electric buses in Lagos offer an environmentally friendly and more comfortable way to move around Lagos, but only for a select few—for now. Lagos, Nigeria’s bus

04/07/2023

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) plays a vital role in providing financial support to eligible individuals. However, there are instances where your SASSA payment may be declined, rejected or delayed. In this article, we will explore some common reasons behind these issues and provide insights on how to address them. 1. Incomplete or Inaccurate Information One of the primary reasons for SASSA payment rejections is incomplete or inaccurate information provided during the online application process....

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) plays a vital role in providing financial support to eligible individuals. However, there are instances where y

04/07/2023

A conversation with Thato Schemer, co-founder of South African women-focused healthtech startup Zoie Health. Zoie Health is a South African healthtech startup which recently raised an undisclosed pre-seed round to build out its product offering, “a holistic digital wellness platform for women by women”. The platform offers virtual and at-home consults, subscriptions for medications, resources and a community of women to support one another through healthcare issues....

A conversation with Thato Schemer, co-founder of South African women-focused healthtech startup Zoie Health. Zoie Health is a South African healthtech startup w

04/07/2023

In partnership with Good morning ☀️ As Twitter continues its rate-limiting measures, thousands of users are flying their way into the blue sky. No, literally. Users have been flocking to Jack Dorsey’s new social media app, Bluesky, since Elon Musk announced Twitter’s new update. In fact, Bluesky—which you can only join by invitation from existing users—had to halt registrations for a while just to keep up with the kerfuffle. ...

In partnership with Good morning ☀️ As Twitter continues its rate-limiting measures, thousands of users are flying their way into the blue sky. No

03/07/2023

Kenyans already pay a lot for DStv services, but MultiChoice has adjusted the prices upwards thanks to high inflation and operating costs. South Africa’s entertainment company MultiChoice, which operates DStv and GOtv products in the Kenyan market, has announced a price hike for the services, effective August 1, 2023. This marks the third time in under a year the company is revising the price for its packages upwards…...

Kenyans already pay a lot for DStv services, but MultiChoice has adjusted the prices upwards thanks to high inflation and operating costs. South Africa’s enter

03/07/2023

MYDAWA has raised funds three times before, but the latest round marks its biggest fundraising event yet as it eyes to expand beyond East Africa. MYDAYA, an e-pharmacy platform based in Kenya and operates in the East African region, has raised $20 million in funding from Alta Semper Capital. This marks the company’s fourth fund driver after launching in 2016. MYDAWA, which offers health services through online and physical stores, has also purchased Guardian Health, a pharmacy chain that operates in Uganda....

MYDAWA has raised funds three times before, but the latest round marks its biggest fundraising event yet as it eyes to expand beyond East Africa. MYDAYA, an e-

03/07/2023

Nuru, a solar energy startup based in the Democratic Republic of Congo, wants to provide 24-hour electricity for five million people in the country. Its Series B raise of $40 million is still a long way from the $300 million needed to achieve this goal. Nuru, an alternative energy startup in the Democratic Republic of Congo, has raised $40 million in Series B equity funding....

Nuru, a solar energy startup based in the Democratic Republic of Congo, wants to provide 24-hour electricity for five million people in the country. Its Series

03/07/2023

People who buy things or services online in Africa are growing by 8.2% every year—the highest in the world, and some of the biggest Latin American fintechs are taking notice. When dLocal, a fintech from Uruguay announced its expansion to Ghana, Kenya, Cameroun and Senegal in 2020, Adebiyi Aromolaran, Head of Expansion described Africa as “a tremendous untapped e-commerce opportunity,” with “huge potential for growth with an under 40% pe*******on rate.” When Brazil’s EBANX announced its African entry last September, CEO and co-founder, João Del Valle pointed out that the decision was supported by the fact that “Africa’s fast-growing digital economy is only in its early days, and it’s projected to grow up and to the right for the next few decades.”...

People who buy things or services online in Africa are growing by 8.2% every year—the highest in the world, and some of the biggest Latin American fintechs are

03/07/2023

Nigeria’s rising inflation and fuel price surge have made ride-hailing customers turn to Rida and InDrive which offer cheaper pricing and the ability to negotiate fares with drivers. This trend presents an opportunity for both platforms to snag greater market share. Since 2020, Raheem Balogun, a product manager, has used Bolt for his daily commute to work. But that changed in June when Bolt increased its base fare from ₦650 to ₦800 in response to the…...

Nigeria’s rising inflation and fuel price surge have made ride-hailing customers turn to Rida and InDrive which offer cheaper pricing and the ability to negotia

03/07/2023

Source Kiel Institute for the World Economy. Is the problem that there is no market for more value-added African produce? The answer is somewhere between ‘How can we know?’ and a resounding no. And this is because we have not made much of an effort, especially in today’s world where you do not even need to produce finished products to increase our participation in the global value chain....

Source Kiel Institute for the World Economy. Is the problem that there is no market for more value-added African produce? The answer is somewhere between ‘How c

03/07/2023

Image source: Telecom Review Africa Across the globe, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force that extends beyond the boundaries of the tech ecosystem, attracting attention and generating buzz. In Africa, entrepreneurs, researchers, and organizations are beginning to harness the power of AI to tackle unique challenges and drive impactful change. From healthcare to agriculture, education to finance…...

Image source: Telecom Review Africa Across the globe, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force that extends beyond the boundaries of t

03/07/2023

Despite having a few startups that have managed to raise funding and expand their operations beyond the island, Madagascar still does not have what one can describe as a vibrant startup ecosystem. TechCabal spoke to some ecosystem players to understand the country’s challenges in trying to establish an ecosystem and the efforts to address them. The island nation of Madagascar is more famous for the 2005 DreamWorks Animation movie “...

Despite having a few startups that have managed to raise funding and expand their operations beyond the island, Madagascar still does not have what one can desc

03/07/2023

1. Funding: West Africa retakes lead in June 2023 In June 2023, African tech startups raised $126.2 million from 25 fully disclosed* raises. The numbers show a 70% decrease compared to June 2023 where African startups raised $426.2 million. It’s also a 79% decrease from May 2023 when the total amount raised was $621.8 million. Per region, West African tech startups took the lead by a mile, accounting for 72%—$89.9 million—of the total disclosed funding....

1. Funding: West Africa retakes lead in June 2023 In June 2023, African tech startups raised $126.2 million from 25 fully disclosed* raises. The numbers show a

01/07/2023

Editor’s Note Week 26, 2023 Read time: 5 minutes Hello 👋🏾 Buckle up and dive into interesting African tech news, with a focus on the happenings in the vibrant East African country of Kenya. Plus, we need your genius insights to sprinkle some extra pizzazz on this newsletter, so please take our survey and help us unleash the full force of awesomeness upon you! Pamela Tetteh Editor, TechCabal.

Editor’s Note Week 26, 2023 Read time: 5 minutes Hello 👋🏾 Buckle up and dive into interesting African tech news, with a focus on the happenings

01/07/2023

Ride-hailing giants Uber and Bolt are fighting their unionised drivers over how the latter have chosen to christen their union. In January, ride-hailing drivers applied to Nigeria’s Ministry of Labour to register the Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transport Workers Of Nigeria (AUATWON) as the official drivers union. Under existing rules, a trade union can only get its certificate of registration if there is no objection to its creation from any third party, within 90 days. ...

Ride-hailing giants Uber and Bolt are fighting their unionised drivers over how the latter have chosen to christen their union. In January, ride-hailing drivers

30/06/2023

In partnership with Heads up ☀️ Delivery times will vary for TC Daily over the next couple of weeks. Over the next couple of weeks, a small percentage of readers will get TC Daily at the usual time—7 AM WAT—while the majority of our readers may receive it 3 hours later, around 10 AM WAT. We apologise in advance, and we’ll work on getting back to a regular schedule soon…...

In partnership with Heads up ☀️ Delivery times will vary for TC Daily over the next couple of weeks. Over the next couple of weeks, a small perce

29/06/2023

The Mozilla Africa Mradi Innovation Challenge in Nairobi is poised to help Kenyan tech entrepreneurs develop their products and be ready for market. This week, Mozilla Corporation hosted a two-day Mozilla Africa Mradi Innovation Challenge in collaboration with the Nairobi City County Government (NCCG) at the Arboretum Park in Nairobi. The challenge identified three tech startups—Getpayd, Deaf Elimu, and Hali Halisi—and three student innovators: Classify Me, Audred, and Mama Pesa....

The Mozilla Africa Mradi Innovation Challenge in Nairobi is poised to help Kenyan tech entrepreneurs develop their products and be ready for market. This week,

29/06/2023

In today’s interconnected world, the need to share data with friends, family, or colleagues has become increasingly important. And as we all know, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) recently unified USSD codes for various activities on all networks. Therefore, this article provides a comprehensive guide on how to share data on MTN alongside other networks. 1. Understand MTN Data Sharing…...

In today’s interconnected world, the need to share data with friends, family, or colleagues has become increasingly important. And as we all know, the Nigerian

29/06/2023

In partnership with Happy pre-Friday ☀️ If you’re taking a course on Google Digital Skills for Africa, you have until July 24 to complete the course. Yesterday, Google announced to users that it’s moving the course to a new learning platform called Skillshop. This means any progress you have will be lost unless you’ve completed the course. If you’re yet to start a course though, worry not, Google says all the courses—and more—will be available on Skillshop. ...

In partnership with Happy pre-Friday ☀️ If you’re taking a course on Google Digital Skills for Africa, you have until July 24 to complete the cour

02/06/2023

Eyowo has set Monday, June 12, 2023, as the new deadline for the reinstatement of its Microfinance Bank (MFB) license and the resumption of interbank transfers. Meanwhile, the company is exploring alternative ways to compensate depositors who are in dire need of their funds in Eyowo. Digital bank Eyowo has now announced a new timeline for the reinstatement of its Microfinance Bank (MFB) license—Monday, June 12—, which will restore interbank transfers....

Eyowo has set Monday, June 12, 2023, as the new deadline for the reinstatement of its Microfinance Bank (MFB) license and the resumption of interbank transfers.

02/06/2023

Following the removal of fuel subsidies, fuel prices nationwide have skyrocketed, triggering a struggle for profits and cost savings among riders, drivers, and ride-hailing platforms. In his inaugural speech as President of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu announced the removal of fuel subsidies. This announcement has had an instant impact on the transport sector, with prices rising rapidly, particularly in the ride-hailing space....

Following the removal of fuel subsidies, fuel prices nationwide have skyrocketed, triggering a struggle for profits and cost savings among riders, drivers, and

02/06/2023

In his inaugural speech, President Bola Tinubu confirmed that his administration would work towards a unified exchange rate. What will this mean for the operations of virtual cards in the country? President Bola Tinubu’s plan to unify the country’s exchange rate—following advice from the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF)—is now the subject of several conversations. Experts say the current exchange rate regime has made international payments difficult....

In his inaugural speech, President Bola Tinubu confirmed that his administration would work towards a unified exchange rate. What will this mean for the operati

02/06/2023

The National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) is a government-run medical insurance scheme in Kenya. As a policyholder, it is crucial to stay informed about your NHIF status to ensure uninterrupted access to healthcare benefits. This guide will provide a step-by-step explanation of how to check your NHIF status in Kenya. Ways to check your NHIF status You can check your National Hospital Insurance Fund status by using the following methods:...

The National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) is a government-run medical insurance scheme in Kenya. As a policyholder, it is crucial to stay informed about your

02/06/2023

Checking your Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) exam results is an important step towards tracking your academic progress. By following a few simple steps, you can easily access your results online. This guide will walk you through the process of checking your TUT exam results, ensuring that you stay informed about your academic performance. 1. Visit the TUT official website…...

Checking your Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) exam results is an important step towards tracking your academic progress. By following a few simple steps,

02/06/2023

Kenya spent millions of dollars to roll out digital IDs named Huduma Namba. However, the project has since been discontinued, and the new government thinks it has a shot at rolling out similar digital IDs, but with additional features. To enhance the lives of its people, the Kenyan government is currently creating a new digital identification system. This system aims to offer citizens and residents a unique and easily verifiable digital identifier....

Kenya spent millions of dollars to roll out digital IDs named Huduma Namba. However, the project has since been discontinued, and the new government thinks it h

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