AI could create a turning point for financial inclusion in Africa
AI tools can analyse data from client discussions, producing legal documents in simple language and at a fraction of the cost of what it would typically take to draft a contract
Lillian Barnard
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Microsoft provides new D365 pricing, first time in 5yrs
The pricing changes will be standardised across different currencies, although the cloud pricing for Dynamics 365 Business Central will remain the same.
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Angola turns to SACS cable to minimise internet interruptions
The SACS cable system connects Angola directly to Brazil and from there to the United States and Europe.
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South, East, West Africa suffer massive internet disruptions
Multiple service providers have confirmed disruptions and say they are working towards continuity of services.
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Microsoft, Orange unveil Africa SME digital transformation plan
Through this partnership, the pair aim to support 15,000 businesses throughout 2024, with an ambition to eventually reach one million SMEs.
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Americans keen to invest in Nigeria tech sector
The US administration says it is working together with Nigeria to promote the development and application of artificial intelligence for good.
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Vodafone, Microsoft target 300m businesses in 10-year deal
The firms have identified five essential areas for collaboration: Generative AI, Scaling IoT, African digital acceleration, Enterprise growth, and Cloud transformation.
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Kenya deploys Microsoft's cloud services in public sector
The agreement aims to improve Kenya's digital transformation and is based on assisting the government in attaining the country's digital economy objectives.
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Microsoft pens cloud deal with Nigeria’s Terragon
Terragon says deploying Microsoft tools and solutions will help it accelerate building its data-powered marketing cloud ecosystem.
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Flapmax picks 12 African start-ups for AI innovation
The FAST Accelerator's cohort of 12 startups will start a five-week intensive acceleration programme in Silicon Valley, California, in October.
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SA’s Axiz broadens reach into Madagascar
According to Axiz, this is a strategic step in response to the country's expanding demand for digital solutions.
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Google announces AI centre to combat food insecurity
As part of a UN initiative to get its Sustainable Development Goals back on track, Google is establishing the AI food security centre.