Ozak AI ($OZ) is rapidly emerging as one of the most closely watched AI-powered crypto projects as investors search for real utility-driven growth in this market cycle. Built as a fusion of artificial intelligence and decentralized physical infrastructure (DePIN), Ozak AI blends predictive intelligence, decentralized compute networks, and tokenized economic incentives into a single scalable […] The post From $0.014 to a Potential $20 by 2029: Why Ozak AI’s Post-Listing Outlook Has Analysts Excited appeared first on Tekedia.

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Informa Markets, a global leader in live and on-demand events and data services. Africa CDC Director-General Dr Jean Kaseya and Informa Markets President for Middle East, India, Türkiye & Africa, Mr. Peter Hall, signed the agreement, which […]

Yango's platform enabled partners across Africa to earn $4B in 2024 via ride-hailing, delivery, in-app loans, vehicle financing and digital skills programs. The post The Gig Economy: Yango Partners Earned $4B in 2024 appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Francophone Africa’s startup ecosystem is moving beyond experimentation. Drawing lessons from 2025, this edition examines how founders can navigate small markets, balance debt and equity, and build for credible exits while attracting institutional and venture capital.

NWU becomes first African university with official AI policy The North-West University (NWU) in South Africa has become the first African university to adopt an official artificial… TechCity

EIRS takes centre stage at Digital Insurance MENA  to shape Africa–Middle East industry dialogue Dubai’s Digital Insurance MENA conference is opening today, a key platform for cross-regional knowledge exchange this January,… TechCity

Paystack Launches Holding Company, The Stack Group (TSG) Paystack, a company solving payments problems for ambitious businesses in Africa, today announces the launch of The Stack Group (TSG),… TechCity

nCino paid $75M for DocFox, rebranding it as nCino KYC Africa to speed KYC/AML onboarding, cut compliance costs, and scale RegTech across Africa. The post nCino Acquires DocFox for $75M: A Win for African Compliance Tech appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Have you ever picked up your iPad and realized you forgot iPad passcode, leaving the device completely locked? This situation can be stressful, especially when you need quick access to your files, photos, or apps. Many users face this problem after entering the wrong code too many times or not using their iPad for a […]

Paymentology today announced the appointment of Kesheni Moodley as Regional Director for Africa, further strengthening its regional leadership as demand for modern, cloud-first issuing infrastructure accelerates across African markets. Kesheni brings more than 20 years of experience across the ICT, payments, and enterprise technology sectors, spanning client relationship development, commercial leadership, business development, and operational transformation. […]

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Monday called a snap general election for February 8, seeking a fresh mandate for a sweeping agenda that combines higher public spending, targeted tax cuts, and a faster military build-up amid rising regional security tensions. Takaichi said she would dissolve parliament on Friday, triggering a nationwide vote for all […] The post Japan’s PM, Takaichi, Calls Snap Election to Secure Mandate for Tax Cuts and Defense Expansion appeared first on Tekedia.

Shares of Reliance Industries fell sharply on Monday after the conglomerate posted a third-quarter profit that missed market expectations, reinforcing concerns that its key growth engines are losing momentum at a time when investors are already uneasy about the pace of its long-promised shift away from hydrocarbons. The stock dropped as much as 2.7% in […] The post Reliance Shares Slide After Q3 Profit Miss as Retail Growth Slows and Energy Weakness Persists appeared first on Tekedia.

European stocks fell sharply on Monday as investors assessed the economic and financial fallout from U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose escalating tariffs on several European countries if they oppose Washington’s bid to acquire Greenland. The sell-off reflected growing concern that geopolitically driven trade measures could translate into real damage for some of Europe’s […] The post European Markets Slide as Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threat Exposes Deep Trade and Profit Risks Across Key Sectors appeared first on Tekedia.

AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, driving digital transformation and sustainability, today announces the appointment of Khaled Salah, 37 years old, as Vice President of Africa. In this new role, he will be responsible for about 30 employees to ensure the successful implementation of AVEVA’s growth strategy. Khaled Salah will report directly to Jesus […]

The What the Fox Megaways slot from Red Tiger Gaming is a high-octane, high-volatility online casino game built on the popular Megaways engine. With up to 117,649 paylines, a dynamic reel layout, cascading mechanics, and a suite of bonus features, this game delivers a blend of excitement and strategic chance well-suited for both casual slot […] The post What the Fox Megaways Review: Features, Bonuses & How to Play appeared first on Tekedia.

Several investors have become inclined to contemplate the top players as well as the emerging faces, such as Little Pepe, that have been garnering attention lately as part of the quest for the best crypto to hold long-term. While the overall market remains highly volatile, long-term investments are typically recognizable by their solid fundamentals, large-scale […] The post Which Crypto to Buy Today for Long-Term: 4 Best Picks to Consider appeared first on Tekedia.

The International Monetary Fund has raised its forecast for Nigeria’s economic growth in 2026 to 4.4%, up from an earlier estimate of 4.2%, signaling growing confidence that Africa’s 4th-largest economy is beginning to stabilize after a prolonged period of strain. The Fund’s decision to raise Nigeria’s 2026 growth forecast may appear incremental, but analysts believe […] The post IMF lifts Nigeria’s 2026 Growth Outlook to 4.4% as Reform Bets Strengthen appeared first on Tekedia.

Paystack is transitioning into TSG, a holding company housing its different businesses, after hitting group profitability.

Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. has released a definitive outlook on the 8 critical trends set to shape Africa’s digital turning point in 2026. The implementation of these will increasingly require the government, the private sector, and key civic institutions to cooperate and partner to overcome the onslaught of cybersecurity challenges facing the continent, Check […]

In today's edition: Kenya's first IPO in 11 years || Sentech investigated for monopolistic behaviour || Podcasts could get regulated in South Africa || South Africa blows hot about spam calls—again

The wellness industry isn’t just about treatments anymore—it’s all about connecting clinical results with a great customer experience. These days, if you’re running a busy spa or wellness center, you need more than just basic scheduling tools. The right spa management software turns into the brain of your whole operation. It handles everything: staff commissions, […] The post Orchestrating Excellence in Modern Aesthetic Environments appeared first on Tekedia.

A U.S. environmental regulator’s decision that Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company, xAI, illegally operated methane gas turbines to power its Tennessee data centers marks a turning point not only for the company, but for the rapidly expanding AI infrastructure sector more broadly. The Environmental Protection Agency ruled on Thursday that the dozens of truck-sized gas […] The post US Regulator Ruling xAI Broke Clean Air Law With Gas Turbines Signals Tougher Scrutiny of AI Data Center Power Use appeared first on Tekedia.

OpenAI’s annualized revenue has climbed past $20 billion in 2025, more than tripling from $6 billion a year earlier, as surging user demand, expanding computing capacity, and new monetization strategies begin to reshape the economics of the world’s most closely watched AI company. In a blog post published on Sunday, Chief Financial Officer Sarah Friar […] The post OpenAI Revenue Jumps Past $20bn as Computing Power, Ads, New Products Drive Push Toward Sustainability appeared first on Tekedia.

India’s LTIMindtree delivered a mixed set of third-quarter results, with profit taking a hit from sweeping labor law changes even as revenue growth and record order bookings underscored the underlying strength of demand for IT services. The country’s sixth-largest IT services firm said net profit fell 8.3% to 9.71 billion rupees ($106.76 million) in the […] The post Labor law overhaul dents LTIMindtree profit, but record deal wins signal resilience in India’s IT sector appeared first on Tekedia.

For all the money, hype, and strategic urgency surrounding artificial intelligence, most corporate leaders are still waiting to see it meaningfully pay off. The wait and the tension that came with it sit at the heart of PwC’s latest Global CEO Survey, released this week as business and political leaders gathered in Davos. After polling […] The post AI Payoff Still Elusive for Most Companies as CEOs Warn Returns Remain Uneven appeared first on Tekedia.

The 2026 RegTech Africa Conference & Exhibition will host the prestigious Startup World Cup Regional Competition in Abuja, marking a significant milestone for Africa’s innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. Applications are now officially open for startups interested in registering and participating in this globally recognized competition. Organised in partnership with Pegasus Tech Ventures, the Startup World […] The post Startup World Cup Opens Applications for Abuja Regional Competition with $1M Global Prize appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Commit, an Israeli technology firm that delivers software solutions to high‑tech companies and enterprises, has acquired Savannah, a startup dedicated to recruiting and employing seasoned developers from across Africa. While the exact value of the all-cash deal was not officially disclosed, it is estimated to be in the millions of dollars. Founded in 2022 by […] The post Commit Acquires Savannah in Multi-Million Dollar Deal to Access African Tech Talent appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Shares of Europe’s major carmakers tumbled sharply on Monday, reflecting investor anxiety over U.S. President Donald Trump’s pledge to impose tariffs on multiple European countries in a bid to acquire Greenland. The Stoxx Europe Automobiles and Parts index fell 2.75% by mid-morning in London, extending losses from early trading and highlighting the sector’s acute vulnerability […] The post Stoxx Europe Automobiles Plunge as Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threat Sparks Trade Fears appeared first on Tekedia.

Gold and silver extended their record-breaking rally on Monday, underlining how deeply investors are repositioning portfolios in response to escalating geopolitical tensions, intensifying trade disputes, and growing unease over monetary policy independence in the United States. U.S. gold futures for February delivery rose 1.71% to $4,674.20 per ounce, while spot gold climbed 1.6% to $4,668.14. […] The post Gold and Silver Power to Fresh Records as Trade Wars, Central Bank Buying, and Political Risk Reshape Investor Playbooks appeared first on Tekedia.

Paga, a Nigerian financial technology company that provides a mobile payment platform for sending money, paying bills, buying airtime, and enabling digital transactions, has labeled 2025 as an iconic year after hitting a major milestone. The company announced that in 2025, it processed N17 trillion across 169 million transactions, underscoring its rapid growth and expanding […] The post Paga Scales 17x in Four Years, Processes N17 Trillion in 2025 appeared first on Tekedia.

Dangote Group has signed a contract valued at over $350 million with India’s state-owned Engineers India Limited (EIL) to oversee the expansion of its flagship refinery and petrochemicals complex in the Lekki Free Zone, Lagos. Under the agreement, EIL will serve as Project Management Consultant (PMC) and Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) consultant, replicating […] The post Dangote Group Signs $350m Deal with India’s EIL to Expand Refinery to 1.4mbpd Capacity appeared first on Tekedia.

The news is in: Nigeria has issued seven-year satellite permits to Amazon’s low-Earth-orbit broadband network, Amazon LEO (formerly Project Kuiper), expanding the frontier of space-based internet competition as the nation races to close its deep digital access gap. Beginning in February, Amazon will operate alongside Elon Musk’s SpaceX Starlink, whose footprint in Nigeria has grown […] The post The Amazon’s Grand Unification in Nigeria appeared first on Tekedia.

Shell Foundation is backing African climate startups at the riskiest stage, using grants and partnerships to bridge the gap before venture capital invests at scale

Senegal and Morocco have both been drawing attention lately – not only in sports, where Senegal defeated host Morocco in the dramatic 2025 AFCON final, but also in the tech arena. These two nations, one in West Africa and the other in North Africa, are emerging as startup powerhouses on the continent. Each country’s ecosystem […] The post Senegal vs. Morocco: A Tale of Two Startup Ecosystems appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The largest gains in crypto often don’t come from what’s trending today, they come from early access and structural advantage. With Bitcoin hovering just below $97,000 and Ethereum and Solana holding key levels, the broader market is beginning to stir. But for long-term positioning, it’s not just price that matters, it’s access, architecture, and timing. […] The post ZKP Crypto, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana: Which Is the Best Crypto for Long Term Gains? appeared first on Tekedia.

Question: Sir, could you reconcile passion and talent, and how both shape financial success for young graduates? My Response: I have a deep passion for football, but absolutely no talent for it. I love sports, but I am not good at any of them. In secondary school, I competed in long jump and the 100m […] The post Passion Inspires, Talent Pays: A Roadmap for Young Graduates appeared first on Tekedia.