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Vodacom targets satellite-to-phone service in South Africa next year
Vodacom plans to launch a satellite-to-phone service in South Africa by the end of 2027, likely in partnership with AST SpaceMobile. This service aims to connect smartphones directly to low-Earth orbit satellites, addressing gaps in terrestrial coverage. Vodacom is also working on transitioning away
TechCentral - Nov 10, 2026
MTN Group delivers stronger earnings growth as fintech expands and Nigeria’s recovery gathers pace
MTN Group has reported significant growth in its core earnings, with EBITDA rising 22.9% and service revenue increasing by 17.2% in constant currency terms during the first nine months of 2026. The company credits strong performances in Nigeria and Ghana, as well as improved cost control, for this g
TechTrendsKE - Nov 10, 2026

One festival, nine stages: what to expect at Africa Tech Festival
The Africa Tech Festival will take place in Cape Town from November 17-19, 2026, marking its 29th edition and unifying various tech discussions under one program. This year's festival will feature new stages, a hackathon, masterclasses, and forums, focusing on interconnected themes such as AI, cyber
TechCentral - Nov 10, 2026
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Upcoming Events
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NOV
AWIEF 2026 (African Women Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum)
Cape Town, ZA
Africa’s leading platform for women in entrepreneurship - a two-day conference for thought leaders, policymakers, investors, and entrepreneurs
11
NOV
Africa Forex Trading Expo 2026- 2nd Edition
Lagos, NG
Showcasing how forex is not just trading, but a driver of financial inclusion and empowerment, with emphasis on transparency and regulation
12
NOV
Africa Stablecoin Summit 2026
Cape Town, ZA
The 2nd Edition of the Africa Stablecoin Summit, themed “Stablecoins at Scale: Institutional Adoption & Financial Infrastructure".
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Nov 10, 2026
Apply now - HBS New Venture Competition – Deadline: Nov 12, 2026
Are you a founder building an innovative early-stage startup in and for Africa? The Harvard Business School New…
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Oct 27, 2026
🚀 Active Funding & Accelerator Opportunities for African Startups (November 2026)
For founders scaling an MVP or seeking seed-stage investment, here are some programs that are currently accepting applications:…
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