Lost Talents - Ghanaian Tech Pioneer Herman Chinery-Hesse Passes Away
Ghana's digital ecosystem week in review : Ministry of Housing's Online Rent Platform , The Tech Art and Soul Podcast, PayRetailers Expand To Ghana, MTN To Invest US$1B in Network expansion...........
Digital Digest No. #1001101
Date: September 16 - September 22 2024
Dear Friends,
Happy new month!🎉
Here are the most important news, perspectives, analysis, and insights about the Ghanaian digital ecosystem from last week
Digital governance
News updates
Ministry of Works and Housing Launches New Online Rent Platform. It Is Problematic
In a bid to address the housing crisis and the challenges faced by renters, the Ministry of Works and Housing of Ghana has launched an online rent platform, meant to offer a range of services, including the ability to register properties, file complaints, resolve disputes,, etc. The rollout of the platform has however exposed several shortcomings, which this article explores
Bolt to Pay GHc1.9m in Damages to Lecturer Over Rider’s Identity Theft
The Circuit Court at Adentan has ordered Bolt Holdings OU, the data processor for the ride-hailing platform Bolt, to pay a lecturer and Chief Executive Officer of a software solutions company, Justice Noah Adade, an amount of GHS 1.9 million as damages for identity theft- theft of the lecturer’s identity and its subsequent use by a driver.
Digital infrastructure and platforms
News updates
MTN launches 4-In-One internet solution for SME operators
Ghana’s mobile telecom giant MTN demonstrating its commitment to innovation and technology for small and medium-scale enterprises has launched Yellow Biz 4-in-one, a 4G internet router, designed for SME businesses to facilitate their operations. It comes with other offers.
MTN To Invest US$1bn In Network Expansion Over 5 Yrs
MTN Ghana CEO Stephen Blewett presenting an overview of MTN’s strategic plans at the Ghana Stock Exchange’s (GSE) ‘Facts Behind the Figures’ forum has revealed that MTN Ghana over the next five years, plans to spend US$1billion, with a substantial portion of the funds allocated to network expansion and modernization.
Digital finance
News updates
PayRetailers, a Latin America-based payment processor, has expanded its operations into 12 African countries including Ghana Kenya, and Cameroon.
Over Ghȼ1.9m Lost To Online Investment Scams In 8 Months
The Cyber Security Authority’s (CSA) has reported an sharp increase in online investment scams, leading to significant financial losses, explaining that these scams involve fraudsters replicating legitimate investment company websites and luring unsuspecting individuals with promises of high returns within a short period.
Digital entrepreneurship
News updates
Ghana’s My Power App selected for the NBA Africa Triple-Double Startup Accelerator.
My Power App, a Ghanaian startup focused on empowering girls and women, has been chosen to participate in the prestigious NBA Africa Triple-Double Startup Accelerator. Created by the Power to Girls Foundation, My Power App is one of ten innovative startups selected from seven African countries to pitch their products at Demo Day, which will take place at NBA headquarters in New York City on September 25, 2024.
Kofa Technologies To Expand Its Battery Swapping Network With A £3.8 Million Funding.
Kofa Technologies, the pioneering Ghanaian company re-engineering energy access through clean, portable battery solutions, has partnered with PASH Global, a leading impact investor, and the UK Government to significantly expand Kofa’s battery swapping network across Ghana.
Tendo Technologies Joins Morgan Stanley’s Inclusive Ventures Lab
Tendo founded in Ghana in 2021, is a leading platform for social media resellers. The company is among 25 startups selected globally for the 2024 Morgan Stanley’s Inclusive Ventures Lab, an accelerator designed to support technology-driven startups.
The five-month accelerator would nurture and scale startups in the seed to Series A funding stages, get £250,000 investment from Morgan Stanley and other benefits
Telecel Ghana Rolls Out Its Women In Business Initiative For SME Month
Telecel Ghana has launched its Women in Business (WIB) package, designed to equip, empower and support female entrepreneurs across the country offering a comprehensive suite of tailored resources including free website development, access to grants and loans, e-commerce and physical marketplace support, and more
Digital talents
News updates
Winter or Harmattan? Migration and its impact on Ghana’s Ecosystem – Episode 3 Of The Tech, Art And Soul Podcast.
Join the conversation on the episode 2 of #techartandsoulpodcast on
Youtube or Stream on the following platforms:
Spotify , Deezer, Podcast Addict, Apple Podcast, Pocket Casts.
ECL CEO Seth Donkor Honoured at Forty Under 40 Awards
Seth Donkor, the force behind Enterprise Computing Ltd. (ECL), has won an award at the just-ended Forty Under 40 Awards, held on September 7, 2024, at Kempinski Hotel, Accra.He walked away with an honour in Science, Technology & Innovation.
Tech Pioneer Herman Chinery-Hesse Passes Away
Herman Kojo Chinery-Hesse, a renowned Ghanaian technology entrepreneur and the founder of theSOFTtribe, has passed away following a cardiac arrest. His contributions to Ghana’s Technological advancement is outlined in this piece
Events Alert!
Python Ho is the Regional Python community conference for all levels of enthusiasts, beginners, intermediates, and advanced professionals,
based in Volta.
GHANA TECH ECOSYSTEM SURVEY
Code and Cocktails Africa recently launched a survey to map out the Ghana Tech Ecosystem with a focus on tech professionals. The survey covers demographics, tools, working conditions, and remuneration.
The survey focuses on 3 areas;
1. Engineering
2. Product
3. Sales & Marketing
Kindly take some 5 minutes of your time to complete the survey if work in the 3 areas fore mentioned. Tap here. Thanks!
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