Isidore Kpotufe founded PlentyWaka in 2019 as a bus-hailing solution that allows commuters to book and pay for trips in real time. The round is led by The Xchange, a Toronto-based fund, and includes Techstars, SOSV, ShockVentures, Argentil Capital Partners, and ODBA & Co Ventures, as well as several angel investors from Canada, the United States (US), and Africa. The funds will be used to help Plentywaka expand internationally, and it has already acquired Ghanaian startup stabus to that end....

The new funding will be used to develop the startup’s capabilities in last-mile delivery for businesses and individuals in Nigeria, with plans to extend to other African countries in the near future. “Technology is aiding the ability for businesses globally to reach their consumers faster, and Africa is no different. We are building IP that makes last mile logistics more effective. We have noticed a significant spike in distribution of goods and services through online channels and are committed to helping our clients succeed,” said Khalil Halilu, CEO of ShapShap....

TAP judges are Foluso Phillips (Chairman of Phillips Consulting), Funke Bucknor (CEO of Zappahire Events), Anne Agbakoba (Founder Numeris Media Group), and Wole Faroun (CEO NetPlusDotCom). There will also be Guest Judges throughout the season. TAP is sponsored and supported by a leading telecommunications firm and a foremost commercial bank. Both institutions are ideal partners for this project, having demonstrated a strong commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses over the years....

In the midst of a global pandemic, keeping mentally and physically fit would top the list for the ‘essentials’ of 2020. Not having a gym does not necessarily have to mean that you can’t maintain a fit body or even build some muscle! With so much time on our hands, since WFH saves us all the travel time, we can actually pay undivided attention to our health and stress levels....

The program is part of UNICEF’s UPSHIFT program in Morocco. As part of the agreement, Nokia will support the scale up of UNICEF’s program in Morocco while Orange Foundation Morocco will provide digital skills training and technology coaching. Also, employees of Nokia and Orange Foundation will contribute through mentoring and training young people. The UPSHIFT program seeks to empower young people to become resilient citizens who engage more actively with their families, schools, everyday life and contribute to the economy....

On January 11th, which was yesterday, the manufacturer started to dispatch its Shield Experience 9.0 operating system, spoken since October of 2021. Shield TV, which is now running Android 9, will make a massive leap with an Android 11-enhanced UI, much like its descendants. Unique features can be found with the new update Shield Experience 9.0 will also take advantage of the recently launched GeForce Now RTX3080 subscription to offer high-end, latency-free cloud gaming....

Online retailer OLX Kenya opened its new offices in Westlands, Nairobi Tuesday. The company named its meeting rooms after the popular local open markets in Kenya, echoing the OLX vision of providing a vibrant marketplace to the world. Country Manager Peter Ndiang’ui said: “We named our boardrooms after great local markets which is a reflection of who we are. OLX is an online marketplace that provides a platform for Kenyans to make money by selling things that they don’t need or don’t use anymore....

Onde says this year’s topic is Hack the Crisis: Business Tips for Post-covid Era and will hold on July 23, 2020. The event will gather ride-hailing entrepreneurs, stakeholders, and experts from around the globe sharing insights and best cases on how to survive the crisis that has hit the mobility industry. Registration is free of charge. Ride.Right.Now will feature talks with mobility and innovation trend-watchers, discussions of the opportunities emerging as the world is slowly awakening from the pandemic, and personalized advice from experts on how to restart a ride-hailing business after the crisis, or to launch a new company....

You might be wondering why there isn’t a One Plus 4, well, that number is considered unlucky in China, One Plus’s home country. The One Plus 5 is said to have a curved screen with very thin bezels just like the Samsung Galaxy S8. The display will also match the S8 in resolution, QHD. Curved displays have traditionally been AMOLED, so we expect that it will be the same technology in place in the One Plus 5 too....

In addition to the S23 series and Z Fold 4, the update is also being tested on the Galaxy S22 series and is expected to be released a few days after the S23’s promotional event. It’s worth noting that the One UI 5.1 update will not be available on all Samsung devices and it’s not yet clear which other models will receive the update. In terms of features, the Galaxy Z Fold 4 boasts a foldable design with a main 7....

Cellulant is a single API payment platform that allows businesses to accept payments both online and offline, allowing customers to pay with their mobile money, local and foreign cards, or directly from their bank account. Here are some of the features of cellulant: Comprehensive acceptance of local payment methods and payouts Extensive reach and capabilities across both the online and offline payments market Seamless provision of a complementary product suite for businesses and banks...

The vanilla Find X6, will however maintain the 50MP main and ultrawide cameras but swap the 50MP telephoto camera with a 32MP telephoto unit. Another source, Ice universe has also said the new Oppo device, Find X6 Pro will use a 1″ Sony IMX989 sensor.

Launched in 2011, the Orange Social Venture Prize (OSVP) in Africa and the Middle East recognizes the best tech start-up projects that make a positive impact on society or the environment in their region or align with sustainable development goals. The competition reflects the Group’s drive to further socioeconomic progress in its operating countries, support social and environmental innovation and encourage entrepreneurship. This year, nearly 1,400 applications were submitted from across the 17 countries involved in the competition....

Image source If you find a gambling activity that pays better than coin flips is advantage play. The gameplay of advantage games are intricate and needs persistence and practice to master it. There are other games for leisure like Playtech slot, which are easier to learn. Players do not want to indulge in advantage games because they assume it is hard to play. It is hard compared to other casino games, but you can start the journey with simple steps....

One thing is sure: In September, we will officially see apple’s iPhone 13. But it is also confident: You can pre-order the new phone first, not from Apple, but already in Russia. Like last year, Caviar’s smartphone refiners are coming before the US manufacturer. How can this be? iPhone 13 Pro (Max) from Russia: special editions of the Apple phone can be pre-ordered To clarify, of course, the crazy Russians do not have exclusive access to the new Apple phone in advance....

Blume, Porsche CEO has previously shot down any chance of an electric 911 in the past but in a recent financial call, he revealed that the company delivered over 300,000 vehicles globally in 2021, and 41,296 of them were the all-electric Taycan which outsold the combustion version of the Porsche 911. Things might be shifting based on an article from Manager Magazin out of Germany, that reported that Porsche is developing an electric version of the 911 that will be powered by at least some level of solid-state batteries from a company called Quantumscape....

The platform is a mobile/web socio-learning and e-testing platform that creates a common platform for knowledge and idea sharing between students and high quality teachers. As a supplement to classroom coaching, the platform aims to boost students’ confidence/preparation level for their University examination. It looks to reducing the failure rate at secondary school level by providing students with access to over 30,000 Past Questions and Answers with detailed explanation and also creating a community for the students to connect with high quality instructors....

The three parties are acquiring stakes owned by a cluster of investors that include World Banks International Finance Corporation (IFC), Amethis, MCB Equity Fund and German Sovereign Wealth Fund DEG which acquired shares in the retailer for sh6 billion in April 2020. DEG is also withdrawing its initial investment in Naivas and re-entering the retailer’s shareholder list as part of the new consortium. A statement shared by the French Fund indicated that its capital contribution will be $31....

Pudo is here to help you with all these hassles. Launched in September 2015 by Oluseyi Afolabi, the platform allows both international & local travelers to book their airport pick up & drop off online and get luxury but affordable rides to & from the airport. Pudo also offers car rentals to travelers who are visiting on short & long term basis, as most of them do not have access to move around the city....

Earlier Today, my Niece was Playing with my smartphone, and during that process, she managed to switch it off. To make matters worse, she managed to input a very different SIM card PIN. That was a complete catastrophe since the SIM was completely locked out of any operator service. Fortunately, I had my SIM registration data with me. Therefore, I utilized my SIM PUK code to free myself from this awful position....