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Kesheni Moodley Joins Paymentology to Drive Growth Across Africa
Paymentology announced the appointment of Kesheni Moodley as Regional Director for Africa. Kesheni Moodley has over 20 years of experience in ICT, payments, and enterprise technology.
Rising Cyber Risks Threaten Africa’s BFSI Sector
Interpol's 2024 African Cyberthreat Assessment reports a 23% increase in weekly cyberattacks on African businesses in 2023. The IBM 2024 Cost of Data Breach report indicates the average cost of a breach in South Africa has risen to R53.1 million.
Angela Kyerematen-Jimoh Launches New Company Called Brainwave Africa Tech
Angela Kyerematen-Jimoh becomes the first African woman to serve as executive director for IBM North, East, and West Africa. She transitioned from corporate banking at GT Bank Ghana to a marketing role at IBM, leading marketing for West Africa.
Senator Ihenyen Criticizes Nigerian Blockchain Scene for Lack of Innovation Amidst Hype
Senator Ihenyen highlighted the focus on hype rather than originality in Nigeria's blockchain and crypto space. Blockchain can be used to verify the authenticity of medicines in the pharmaceutical sector.
Blockchain in Nigeria: "The focus is on hype; there's no originality" — Senator Ihenyen
Nigeria's blockchain and crypto space is focused on hype without originality. Blockchain can solve real-world problems in logistics and finance.
