Business

Africa’s B2B e-commerce Firm, Sabi Appoints Sanjeev Kulkarni as Head of Sustainability & ESG

Sabi, an  African B2B e-commerce connecting African markets with each other and the world, today announced the appointment of Mr. Sanjeev Kulkarni as the Head of Sustainability and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG). This strategic move underscores Sabi’s commitment to sustainability, traceability, and digital innovation in its commercial operations. Ultimately, the goal of Sabi’s ESG […]

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Business

Konga Back-To-School Campaign Goes Live Today

As the Nigerian educational sector braces for another academic session, Konga, Nigeria’s composite e-commerce giant, reaffirms its commitment to improving education in Nigeria as it kicks off its much-anticipated Back-to-School campaign today. Running until Friday, September 30th, 2024, the campaign promises to deliver unbeatable deals and discounts of up to 80% on a wide array […]

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Business

Konga Launches Back-to-School Campaign to Cushion Economic Impact

Konga, Nigeria’s e-commerce platform is set to cushion the effect of Nigeria’s tough economy on parents, teachers, students and school administrators with its Back-To-School campaign offer. This soft landing which heralds the resumption of another academic year across the country is the authentic sales campaign aimed at ameliorating the financial stress thrown up by high […]

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Telecoms

Airtel Africa Partners Digital Commerce Firm to Bridge Payment  Across Africa

Airtel Africa, a provider of telecommunications and mobile money services, has gone into partnership with Network International (Network) a digital commerce company as its payment processor. This collaboration is set to drive Airtel’s continued provision of cutting-edge mobile services across the continent and beyond. By partnering with Network International, Airtel Africa will be well equipped […]

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Business

Konga Bags HP Retail Supplies Partner Award for 2023

Konga Bags HP Retail Supplies Partner Award Konga, the multiple award-winning composite e-commerce group, has once again made a significant mark on the global stage. The retail powerhouse has been honored with the prestigious Retail Supplies Partner of the Year 2023 award by global technology company HP. The award recognizes Konga’s excellence and solidifies its position […]

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Business

MasterCard’s to Host Inaugural ed-tech Conference in Nigeria 

The MasterCard Foundation, through its Centre for Innovative Teaching and Learning, will host its inaugural ed-tech conference in Nigeria next month. Ed-tech ecosystem stakeholders from across the continent working at the nexus of education and ICT are expected to share expertise on practical solutions. The ed-tech conference will be a biennial convening of stakeholders committed […]

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E-Commerce

Konga Flags-off Mid-Year Shopping to Reward Customers with Exciting Gifts

Konga, Nigeria’s e-commerce giant has flagged-off the third edition of its Mid-Year Shopping Festival designed to reward customer with exciting gifts and prizes. The sales campaign, offers two months of intense price slashes across all product categories. It promises to be the biggest discount sale in the first half of the year, rivaled only by Konga’s legendary Black Friday […]

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Business

HARD TIMES: Jumia Unveils Buy Now Pay Later in Partnership with Easybuy & CredPal

Jumia, one of Africa’s leading e-commerce platforms, has announced two new Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) partnerships in Nigeria with Newedge (Easybuy), a finance company in Nigeria, and CredPal, a Nigerian fintech company. According to Jumia, the latest partnership will allow consumers across Nigeria to buy their desired products with the alternative of making flexible payments over a set […]

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Business

eTranzact Secures License to Operate in Uganda

Nigerian-based payment technology solutions provider eTranzact has officially expanded into Uganda. The company’s expansion comes after receiving operational licenses from the Central Bank of Uganda in April 2024.  eTranzact Uganda’s license The licenses, granted under the National Payment Systems Operator Act, allow the company to operate as eTranzact Platform Limited, Uganda. They permit eTranzact to offer various payment solutions and services, […]

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E-Commerce

US eCommerce Giant, Amazon Ignores Nigeria Moves First African Shop to SA

US-based e-commerce giant Amazon has officially gone live with its much-anticipated online marketplace in South Africa, with the launch of Amazon.co.za. Amazon is expected to shake-up South Africa’s e-commerce space and take on established local players such as Naspers-owned Takealot, which comprises Takealot.com, Mr D Food and Superbalist. It is also expected to rival online marketplaces Bob Shop, […]

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