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StarNews Mobile Celebrates African Heritage By Sponsoring AFRICON 2023!
As part of StarNews Mobile’s ongoing commitment to promoting and celebrating the African Diaspora, we are thrilled to announce our official sponsorship of the 3rd

StarNews Mobile Stands Out Amidst The Crowded Digital Landscape By Unleashing The Power of Hyperlocal Content
At StarNews Mobile, we take pride in our ability to offer our subscribers a truly unique blend of hyperlocal and global content. One shining example

StarNews Mobile’s New Creator Fund Is Set to Transform the Creator Economy in Africa!
At StarNews Mobile, we know that creators want to create, and our mission is to support them and provide them with a platform and the

Discover the endless entertainment possibilities StarNews Mobile Offers Our Subscribers!
At StarNews Mobile, we’re dedicated to providing exclusive content that caters to the diverse interests of our over 4 million subscribers. Our comprehensive selection of

StarNews Mobile Announces Yet Another Expansion!
StarNews Mobile is excited to announce our expansion in the Ivory Coast in partnership with Orange. With our exclusive video content billed directly through their

StarNews Mobile Hosts An Easter Celebration with Revolution & Mike Alabi!
This year StarNews Mobile is celebrating Easter in a big way, by hosting a meet and greet with not one but two of our fantastic

StarNews Mobile Unveils Our Latest Project In Partnership with Orange!
At StarNews Mobile, we always strive to bring exciting new content to our subscribers. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our latest project, Legends, in

StarNews Mobile Is Live In Benin!
StarNews Mobile is thrilled to announce its latest expansion into Benin, a vibrant and culturally rich country in West Africa. With a population of over

StarNews Mobile is Committed to Promoting Diversity in Tech!
Diversity and inclusion have become crucial topics in many industries in recent years, including the tech industry. The tech sector has historically been known for

StarNews Mobile To Pitch In Dubai As One Of The Top 11 Companies Selected From The MultiChoice Africa Accelerator Programme.
StarNews Mobile continues to make waves in the African tech industry. Last month, StarNews Mobile was chosen to participate in the exclusive MultiChoice Africa Accelerator Programme hosted by the MultiChoice Group…

See what our content providers have to say about StarNews!
StarNews Mobile is dedicated to connecting African creators with their fans and enabling them to monetize their talents for substantial earnings. Our platform now boasts a user base of over 4 million, with over 100 creators, and has partnered with some of the largest telecommunications operators.

A quick look into the company culture at StarNews Mobile
At StarNews Mobile, we strive to foster a positive and collaborative work environment, bringing employees together and building a strong sense of community amongst our team members..

StarNews Mobile’s Exponential Growth and Success in Nigeria
StarNews Mobile is experiencing exponential growth and success in one of the largest markets on the African continent and the second-best-performing entertainment and media consumer market in the world, Nigeria..

2022: A Year In Review
It’s been an eventful year for us at StarNews Mobile, and we’re excited to see what the future holds..

How Does StarNews Mobile Support creators?
StarNews Mobile is dedicated to helping creators earn real income by monetizing their content. Here are some of the ways that our platform and our team assist creators in providing quality content, connecting with their audience, and monetizing their work.

Creator Spotlight: Gondwana City Productions
Learn about how we helped, African production company, Gondwana City Productions, produce behind-the-scenes content, monetize its exclusive content and diversify its revenue streams, on our latest blog.

StarNews Mobile Sponsors Fally Ipupa’s Annual Concert
This year, StarNews Mobile has partnered with one of Africa’s biggest artists, Fally Ipupa by sponsoring his most anticipated annual December concert at the Sofitel, Abidjan, Ivory Coast.

Did you catch the finale of Season 2 of the StarNews Urban Hit Show?
That’s a wrap on Season 2 of the StarNews Urban Hit Show! Through the StarNews Urban Hit Show, StarNews Mobile is able to even more directly help African artists..

A New Milestone for StarNews Mobile: 4M Active Users!
StarNews Mobile is excited to announce that we have reached 4 million active users, both Free and Premium, in our current markets.

Introducing Our Head Of Product
Today we’d like to introduce you to one of StarNews Mobile’s team members, Pauline Mechossie.

StarNews Mobile Is Partnered With MTN to Support and Grow Local Creator Economy in Africa
We’re proud to announce that we have renewed our agreement with MTN

MTN And StarNews Mobile Partner To Support And Grow Local Creator Economy In Africa
MTN renews Group Framework Agreement with StarNews Mobile, to expand distribution of local African content faster and in more countries.

MTN And StarNews Mobile Partner To Support And Grow Local Creator Economy In Africa
MTN renews Group Framework Agreement with StarNews Mobile, to expand distribution of local African content faster and in more countries.

MTN And StarNews Mobile Partner To Support And Grow Local Creator Economy In Africa
MTN renews Group Framework Agreement with StarNews Mobile, to expand distribution of local African content faster and in more countries.

MTN And StarNews Mobile Partner To Support And Grow Local Creator Economy In Africa
MTN renews Group Framework Agreement with StarNews Mobile, to expand distribution of local African content faster and in more countries.

MTN And StarNews Mobile Partner To Support And Grow Local Creator Economy In Africa
MTN renews Group Framework Agreement with StarNews Mobile, to expand distribution of local African content faster and in more countries.

MTN And StarNews Mobile Partner To Support And Grow Local Creator Economy In Africa
MTN renews Group Framework Agreement with StarNews Mobile, to expand distribution of local African content faster and in more countries.

Meet the Team
Did you know that StarNews Mobile has 5 local offices located on the ground in Africa?

Creator Spotlight Lady Ponce
The creator economy is rising rapidly. It is no longer just about creators providing value to the platform; it is about the platform providing value to the Creator..

StarNews Uses Analytics and Intelligence To Help Our Creators Succeed
The creator economy is rising rapidly. It is no longer just about creators providing value to the platform; it is about the platform providing value to the Creator..

StarNew Mobile’s Partnership With Orange Produces An Innovative Form Of Mobile Entertainment
StarNew Mobile is always looking for new and innovative concepts for mobile entertainment and fan engagement. Our parternship with Orange did just that by producing The StarNews Urban Hit Show (SNUHS). This musical battle competition show is simlar to shows like American Idol and The Voice but with a StarNews Mobile twist. Learn about last season’s huge success and exciting news about this season on our most recent blog..

How StarNews Mobile Succeeds In Africa’s Digital Space
StarNew Mobile is thriving thanks to our team’s deep understanding of Africa’s digital space. Check out our latest blog to learn about what makes this marketplace different and how StarNew Mobile has adapted our platform and our marketing to succeed in it..

StarNews Mobile Successfuly Monetizes Trending Events In Africa
StarNews Mobile has launched an innovative way of monetizing trending events in Africa. Read our latest blog to learn about how StarNews Mobile provided exclusive coverage of AFCON (the Africa Cup of Nations) to over 765,000 paid subscribers..

6 Surprising Facts And Statistics About The Creator Economy In Africa
Recently the creator economy has experienced exponential growth affecting creators and investors alike. Check out our latest blog to learn more about the creator economy in Africa and how StarNews Mobile is changing the game..

Why are influencers and content creators switching from traditional social media platforms to focus on StarNews Mobile?
In recent years, monetizing social media platforms has become increasingly difficult. Not only do influencers and content creators struggle to keep up with the ever-changing algorithms of traditional platforms like Facebook and Instagram but…

Guy Kamgaing revolutionne la monetisation des contenus
Starnews est une plateforme de messagerie vidéo permettant aux fournisseurs de contenus de monétiser leur fanbase en Afrique, le continent le plus prometteur

Creator Spotlight: Kaffy
Kaffy is a Nigerian dancer, choreographer, fitness coach and empowerment advocate.
She uses her social media platforms to share her art and her message.

Guy Kamgaing is revolutionizing content monetization
Starnews is a video messaging platform allowing content providers to monetize their fanbase in Africa, the most promising continent

StarNews Mobile CEO Guy Kamgaing to Speak at Access to Capital Event 2021
Starnews is a video messaging platform allowing content providers to monetize their fanbase in Africa, the most promising continent

Guy Kamgaing of StarNews Mobile: How Diversity Can Increase a Company’s Bottom Line
Guy Kamgaing, a Los Angeles-based Cameroonian entrepreneur, is the Founder and CEO of StarNews Mobile (launched in 2017) and a 20-year veteran of the African mobile space.

StarNews Mobile Adds Zare Baghdasarian to Leadership Team as Acting COO
Guy Kamgaing, a Los Angeles-based Cameroonian entrepreneur, is the Founder and CEO of StarNews Mobile (launched in 2017) and a 20-year veteran of the African mobile space.

CEO Guy Kamgaing on streaming video in Africa
Starnews is a video messaging platform allowing content providers to monetize their fanbase in Africa, the most promising continent

StarNews Orange Deal Lets African Celebrities Connect with Fans
Starnews is a video messaging platform allowing content providers to monetize their fanbase in Africa, the most promising continent

Guy Kamgaing of StarNews Mobile: “work to deserve both side of the marketplace”
Starnews is a video messaging platform allowing content providers to monetize their fanbase in Africa, the most promising continent

Meet Guy Kamgaing: Founder and CEO
Guy Kamgaing, a Los Angeles-based Cameroonian entrepreneur, is the Founder and CEO of StarNews Mobile (launched in 2017) and a 20-year veteran of the African mobile space.

African entertainment startups had their best ever year in 2020
Starnews is a video messaging platform allowing content providers to monetize their fanbase in Africa, the most promising continent

Inspirational Black Men In Tech: Guy Kamgaing of StarNews Mobile On The Five Things You Need To Know In Order To Create A Very Successful Tech Company
Starnews is a video messaging platform allowing content providers to monetize their fanbase in Africa, the most promising continent

StarNews mobile join Snap Inc. Yellow’s Accelerator 2021
Starnews is a video messaging platform allowing content providers to monetize their fanbase in Africa, the most promising continent

StarNews Mobile Launches Youth Initiative Incubator in Partnership with Solutions on Point Ltd.
Starnews is a video messaging platform allowing content providers to monetize their fanbase in Africa, the most promising continent

StarNews Mobile and Sony Music in Africa
Starnews is a video messaging platform allowing content providers to monetize their fanbase in Africa, the most promising continent

StarNews Mobile Inks Deal with Sony Music Entertainment in Africa
Starnews is a video messaging platform allowing content providers to monetize their fanbase in Africa, the most promising continent

StarNews Mobile Announces Initial Investment by Investors & Partners and Expert DOJO
Starnews is a video messaging platform allowing content providers to monetize their fanbase in Africa, the most promising continent