A French media company majority-owned by Vivendi, focusing on television and streaming services.
African Tech M&A Activity Rose 34% in 2024: What to Expect
M&A activity surged by 34% in Africa's tech sector in 2024, with 39 deals recorded. Venture capital funding dropped by 22.73% to $2.21 billion, pushing startups towards M&A.
Kenyan EV startup Arc Ride secures $10M boost from French investor
Arc Ride secures $10 million in debt financing from Mirova to scale its battery-swapping network for electric motorcycles. Mirova's investment is the first from its Gigaton Fund into Africa's EV sector, indicating confidence in the continent's growing two-wheeler market.
South African fintech iKhokha “to run as per normal” after Nedbank’s $93 million acquisition, says CEO
Nedbank agrees to acquire iKhokha for R1.65 billion, marking a significant merger between a traditional bank and a fintech startup. iKhokha will continue to operate independently under its brand, ensuring no disruption to its existing services for SMEs.
MultiChoice raises DStv and GOtv prices again in Kenya
MultiChoice Kenya raised prices for DStv and GOtv packages starting August 1, 2025. This marks the sixth price hike since March 2022.
MultiChoice raises DStv and GOtv prices again in Kenya
MultiChoice Kenya raised prices for DStv and GOtv packages starting August 1, 2025. This marks the sixth price hike since March 2022.
