The new ride-hailing app Cruz has launched in Nigeria, offering users a 10% discount on rides. The app is designed with a driver-first model, aiming to prioritize the needs and earnings of drivers in the ride-hailing industry.

Farouk Ramji, CEO of Mawingu, discusses the potential for Africa's next tech revolution to emerge from rural communities rather than traditional urban centers like Nairobi and Lagos. He highlights how Mawingu, as Kenya's largest ISP for rural and peri-urban areas, is contributing to this transformation by fostering innovation and attracting investment in less populated regions.

The rebranding of Credable to _able highlights the importance of credit infrastructure in Africa, according to TechTrends KE. While consumers typically interact with familiar financial service brands like banks and fintechs, the underlying infrastructure remains largely unseen. The Dubai-based company believes that enhancing this infrastructure presents a significant opportunity for growth in the African financial services market.

Adebanji Oluwatoni discusses his transition from studying political science to experiencing two startup shutdowns, ultimately leading him to create a social intelligence platform aimed at supporting the creative economy. This journey highlights the challenges and lessons learned in the startup world.

Mickey Seems 2 Funny has acquired a new Range Rover Sport valued at Ugx240 million, which he has been spotted driving in Bukoto. He has encouraged the youth to live within their means to achieve success, according to MBU.

The Kenyan Parliament is evaluating new legislation to regulate the gig economy, which includes recognizing delivery riders as employees. This initiative aims to provide worker protections while maintaining the flexibility that riders and digital platform workers require. Discussions on the proposed regulations took place between the National Assembly’s Committee on Communication, Information, and Innovation and representatives from Glovo Kenya.