Blueroomcare, a Nigerian insuretech startup offering insurance-covered digital therapy, has closed an undisclosed pre-seed funding round in response to the company’s goal to make therapy accessible and affordable for everyone in Africa. Blueroomcare, which was officially established in late-2021, ensures that the clients can reach out to the therapists using messages, videos, and voice messages within the application. Their platform combines artificial intelligence with licensed therapists to provide the client with a full and individualized experience in mental health. EHA Impact Ventures led the funding round and was joined by TVC Labs and Innovest Africa; this capital will help Blueroomcare…
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A new report published by human rights organization Amnesty International has revealed shocking conditions in Somalia’s health care system that include sharp rises in child and maternal mortality, inadequate facilities at government health facilities, low rates of vaccination and increased incidence of water-borne diseases. As stated by Amnesty, the health deterioration situation is worsened by the escalating cases of corruption that have impacted the Somali health care system. Using data from Transparency International, the report states that corruption has affected the delivery of basic health care and distribution of supplies. “It is certain that Somalia is facing security and governance…
Ethiopian Airlines has declared that the Nigerian government has lost any interest it may have had in partnership with the view of establishing the Nigeria Air project. This statement was announced by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Airlines Group, Mesfin Tasew in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. “The Nigerian government has lost interest in partnering with a foreign airline,” Tasew said. This is coming about two months after the Federal Government put an indefinite halt to the Nigeria Air project. Read Also: 4,000 Namibians Sign Petition Against Electricity Price Hike Naymaps Opens Up About His Struggles: “I’m Going…
The online petition asking for ministerial actions against the Electricity Control Board’s (ECB) that has resulted in an 8% electricity tariff hike has been signed by over 4, 000 people in the first four days only. This decision by the ECB implies that from the 1st of July this year, Namibians will be charged between N$2,50 to N$3 per unit of electricity. Spokesperson for Katutura Residents Committee, Shaun Gariseb, who initiated the petition, argued that the residents were not sufficiently involved in the decision-making process, and the tariff increase will only make life even harder for struggling families. “Everybody is…
Frank Habineza, the chairperson and presidential candidate of the Democratic Green Party of Rwanda, has vowed to enhance internet connection to enhance the use of technology in different sectors such as agriculture and security. Recalling the previous manifesto where the party promised to offer a satellite that would assist the country in terms of security, Habineza stated that more satellites will be developed if only he is voted as the president. Speaking during a rally, Habineza said that he would put more satellites to advance the internet connectivity if elected to succeed Hailishaky, adding that people of Ngororero should vote…
The National Agency for Food, Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has closed about one hundred shops in Ogbete main market, Enugu State. NAFDAC stated that these shops were closed on Monday when officials of the organization, together with Nigerian security forces, stormed the market. Ogbete market is one of the largest markets in the South eastern state of Nigeria. According to the Director of NAFDAC in the South-East, Martins Iluyomade, the shops were closed down due to alleged sales of fake alcoholic products. Read Also: Nigerian singer Tems wins Best Gospel/Inspirational Award at the 2024 BET Nigerian Airforce Helicopter Crashed…
The Sudanese army has dismissed reports of the RSF holding Sinjah, the capital of Sennar state, insisting that its troops are in fierce fighting against the invading paramilitary group. The RSF had stated on Saturday evening that they overpowered the 17th Infantry Division headquarters in Sennar state after attacking the southeast city. Before the attack, the RSF had assembled in the mountainous region of Moya west of Sennar before moving north to Sinjah which is about 60 kilometres south of Sennar city. The only official information regarding the situation in Sennar was given by the armed forces’ spokesperson, Nabil Abdallah,…
The World Food Programme (WFP) announced on Sunday that unknown armed men stole three delivery vehicles en route to Central Darfur. On Thursday, the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) said there were 25.6 million hungry people in Sudan, including 755,000 in the famine stage which may happen in 14 regions in Kordofan, Darfur, Al Jazirah, and Sennar. The WFP said via the “X” platform that “Today, unidentified armed men attacked three WFP trucks full of food aid en route to Central Darfur.” The WFP noted that the stolen food aid was meant for thousands of needy individuals and called…
Startups from Africa are encouraged to participate in Future of Capitalism competition, where the founders can grow their startups based on an investment of up to $1 million. The global startup competition Future of Capitalism is aiming to find out the technology that will assist companies in working efficiently. Read Also: Ghana Cracks Down on Loan Apps Engaging in Online Bullying, Identifies 37 Offenders Investigation Underway into Death of Former Konga CEO, Nick Imudia “If your technology can transform how businesses operate – from improving productivity, security, logistics, or sustainability to streamlining financial processes and enhancing customer experience, or perhaps…
The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has released a notice regarding increased cases of bullying through illegal loan mobile applications, where 130 cases were recorded in the year 2024. The CSA also listed 37 such digital lending providers in the June 27, 2024, statement and advised its users to be alert. “The apps are in contravention of the Banks and Specialized Deposit-Taking Institutions Act, 2016, since they are not sanctioned by the Bank of Ghana and the Data Protection Commission. Individuals who patronize these services do so at their own risk,” the statement said. As found out from the CSA, the…