Tag: Business Africa

Pick n Pay Launches AI Grocery Shopping Assistant to Strengthen Digital Retail in South Africa

South African retailer Pick n Pay has launched an artificial intelligence-powered grocery shopping assistant called Penny, as the company accelerates its digital transformation and...

Johann Rupert Tightens Grip on South African Healthcare With $947 Million Mediclinic Deal

South African billionaire Johann Rupert has strengthened his influence over the country’s private healthcare sector after his investment holding company, Remgro, completed the acquisition...

Google and Idris Elba Launch $1 Million AI Initiative for 100,000 African Creators

Google has partnered with award-winning actor and entrepreneur Idris Elba to launch a $1 million initiative that will provide 100,000 African creators with free...

World Bank Backs Nigeria’s 2026–2032 Development Plan With $1.25 Billion to Drive Jobs and Private Investment

The World Bank Group has approved a new 2026–2032 Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for Nigeria, alongside a $1.25 billion financing package aimed at accelerating...

PlayStation to End Physical Disc Production for New Games From 2028

Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced that it will discontinue the production of physical discs for all new PlayStation games beginning January 2028, marking a...

Google Surpasses $1 Billion Africa Investment Target With New AI and Connectivity Initiatives

Google has exceeded its five-year commitment to invest $1 billion in Africa, unveiling a fresh wave of infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and digital skills initiatives...

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