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July 3, 2026
Idris Elba
Published by Clare Adamson at July 3, 2026
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Idris Elba and Google Launch $1M AI Initiative For African Creators

Actor and entrepreneur Idris Elba and Google have launched a $1 million initiative to expand access to AI tools for African creators. The program, unveiled this
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May 1, 2026
Trevor Noah, image provided by Netflix
Published by Clare Adamson at May 1, 2026
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Trevor Noah Returns Home for New South African Comedy Festival

South African comedy legend Trevor Noah is returning home as lead curator of “The Bafunny Bafunny Comedy Festival.” Alongside Eugene Khoza and Ntosh Madlingozi, Noah will
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April 17, 2025
Stitch Team
Published by Stephen Oluwadara at April 17, 2025
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South African Stitch Secures $55M To Expand End-to-End Payment

South Africa-based fintech startup Stitch has raised $55 million in a Series B funding round to expand its offerings for enterprise merchants. The round was led
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February 26, 2025
Microsoft AI South Africa Story
Published by Stephen Oluwadara at February 26, 2025
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Microsoft Unveils AI Skills Program to Empower One Million South Africans

Microsoft has announced the launch of its AI skilling initiative to empower one million South Africans with growing in-demand digital skills by 2026. With its youthful
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