Africa's fintech companies are ready to scale regionally. The CBN Fintech Policy Insight Report identifies regulatory passporting as a pathway to reduce cross-border fragmentation but operators, investors, and infrastructure builders agree: a licence is only the first step. The harder work starts after.

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Bitcoin’s recent attempt to stabilize is facing renewed pressure as geopolitical risks return to the forefront of global markets. Following remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump suggesting the possibility of intensified strikes against Iran in the coming weeks, investor sentiment across risk assets weakened. Cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, declined alongside equities. Bitcoin fell by as much […] The post Bitcoin Under Pressure as Geopolitical Tensions Shake Market Confidence, Analysts Eye Potential Bottom appeared first on Tekedia.

In a Chinese electric vehicle market that is starting to show its age, Stellantis-backed Leapmotor is emerging as one of the clearest winners, delivering 110,155 new energy vehicles in the first three months of 2026 — a nearly 26 percent jump from a year earlier and its fourth straight quarter above the 100,000-unit mark. The […] The post Chinese Leapmotor Charges Forward with Strongest Quarterly Showing Yet as BYD’s Domestic Sales Slide Sharply appeared first on Tekedia.

Two signals: OpenAI acquires a podcast: “OpenAI has acquired TBPN, a fast-growing daily technology podcast with a strong Silicon Valley following, featuring guests such as Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg.” Corgi launches a physical newspaper and café: Corgi, a Tekedia Capital portfolio company and one of the fastest-growing startups globally, has introduced a physical newspaper alongside […] The post From Supply to Demand: Why Modern Companies Are Building Influence Engines appeared first on Tekedia.

Africa’s digital asset sector is still early. The region has not yet produced its own listed crypto company, but it sits squarely inside this global shift toward regulated, institution-led crypto rails.

Tesla began 2026 with a delivery report that did little to calm investor concerns over the health of its core automotive business, even as the company continues to sell a long-term vision centered on robotaxis, humanoid robots, and energy infrastructure. The electric vehicle maker delivered 358,023 vehicles in the first quarter, missing Wall Street expectations […] The post Tesla Misses Q1 Delivery Estimates as Auto Business Slows While Musk Bets on Robots and Driverless Future appeared first on Tekedia.

Oil prices rocketed above the psychologically important $110-per-barrel mark on Thursday after President Donald Trump signaled that Washington was preparing for a further phase of military action against Iran over the next two to three weeks, sharply reversing the previous session’s optimism that the conflict might be nearing a diplomatic off-ramp. U.S. West Texas Intermediate […] The post Oil vaults 10% above $110 as Trump’s Iran escalation warning rattles markets appeared first on Tekedia.

The global online entertainment landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. While established Western markets have traditionally dictated the pace of digital consumption, a new narrative is being written in the high-growth corridors of Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa. These emerging markets are no longer just following trends; they are setting up them, forcing industry […] The post Global Trends in Online Entertainment: What Emerging Markets Are Teaching the Industry appeared first on Tekedia.

Cement Plc Board has announced the appointment of Mr. Geoffrey Ndugwa as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective 1st April 2026. Mr. Ndugwa succeeds Mr. Mohit Kapoor, who concludes his successful assignment in the country. A seasoned veteran of the Holcim Group, Mr. Ndugwa brings over two decades of executive experience across sub-Saharan Africa. He most recently […]

It is a concession to reality: for monetary policy and control reasons, crypto is unlikely to ever power everyday payments end-to-end.

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Truecaller announced the expansion of its Business Chat platform, making it accessible to global channel partners and enterprise solution providers. By “opening up” market access to its platform, Truecaller is empowering partners to transition their enterprise clients from legacy, low-trust SMS to a verified, smart, media-rich, and conversational communication experience. Through this partner-led expansion, Truecaller […]

Infobip South Africa has appointed Lauren Potgieter as Country Manager in a strategic move to accelerate growth and strengthen its position as a trusted partner in digital transformation. With over 26 years of experience across business process management, customer experience, and global operations, Potgieter brings a strong track record in driving operational excellence and scalable […]

The deal brings together Kenswitch’s role as a shared national switch—connecting more than 30 financial institutions—with Visa’s global payments technology.

MTN Group, Africa’s largest telecommunication company, has completed the separation of its mobile money business in Ghana.

Over the past week, public interest in the Jos killings, in Plateau State, has followed a clear pattern of rise and decline, reflecting how news spreads and fades in the public mind. People’s curiosity and concern are not uniform, and different aspects of the story capture attention in different ways. Our earlier analysis indicates that […] The post The Future Public Attention to Jos Killings appeared first on Tekedia.

Public reactions to violent events increasingly unfold in the digital space, where people seek information, discuss developments, and attempt to understand unfolding crises. Examining patterns of online search interest within a one-week period between 26 March and 2 April 2026 reveals how public attention around the Jos killings developed over time and how discussions about […] The post Public Attention to the Jos Killings appeared first on Tekedia.

The Osun State governorship election scheduled for 2026 presents a diverse field of candidates drawn from multiple political parties and professional backgrounds. An examination of the demographic characteristics of the candidates reveals important insights about leadership experience, gender representation, geographic origins, religious diversity, and professional expertise among those seeking the highest political office in the […] The post What You Need to Know About the Osun 2026 Governorship Candidates appeared first on Tekedia.

The brutal sell-off that has rattled software stocks this year may have overlooked a crucial reality: the industry’s old guard is not being outpaced by artificial intelligence, but is rapidly repositioning to profit from it. That was the core message from OpenAI Chief Operating Officer Brad Lightcap, who has offered a forceful rebuttal to the […] The post AI Rout May Have Mispriced Software Giants as OpenAI COO Backs Legacy Tech Comeback appeared first on Tekedia.

The S&P 500 surged 2.9% up, about 184–185 points, to close at 6,528.52. This was its strongest single-day gain since May 2025 and added roughly $1.7 trillion in market capitalization. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped over 1,100–1,125 points ~2.5%. The Nasdaq Composite climbed even harder, up ~3.8% nearly 796 points to 21,590.63. The rally […] The post S&P 500 Surges 2.9% Adding Roughly $1.7 Trillion Market Capitalization appeared first on Tekedia.

The national average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline in the US crossed $4 for the first time since August 2022. AAA reports the national average sitting around $4.06–$4.08, with some daily figures cited at $4.02 when it first breached the threshold on or around March 31. The sharp rise—more than $1 per […] The post Gasoline Prices in the US Cross $4, First Since August 2022 appeared first on Tekedia.

OpenAI reported that it closed a massive funding round, raising $122 billion in committed capital at a post-money valuation of $852 billion. This is reportedly the largest private funding round in tech and Silicon Valley history. It builds on a previously announced ~$110 billion tranche, with the final figure boosted by additional commitments. The round […] The post Implications of OpenAI’s Recent Funding Round of $122B at $852B Valuation  appeared first on Tekedia.

An Iranian strike damaged Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud computing infrastructure in Bahrain. According to multiple sources, the strike affected AWS operations in Bahrain, with Bahrain’s Interior Ministry reporting a fire at a company facility due to Iranian aggression. Civil defense teams responded to extinguish the blaze. The attack appears linked to facilities hosted or […] The post Iranian Strikes Damage Amazon Web Services Cloud Infrastructure in Bahrain  appeared first on Tekedia.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that Iran has the necessary will to end the ongoing war with the United States and Israel but only with firm guarantees for Iran’s security and national interests. This came in a phone call on March 31, 2026, with EU Council President António Costa, where Pezeshkian emphasized that any […] The post President Masoud Pezeshkian States That Iran Will End the War Only with Firm Guarantees for Iranian Security and National Interests  appeared first on Tekedia.

As Flutterwave introduces a banking product, it signals a broader shift in African fintech: companies are moving from the edges of the smiling curve, where many have historically operated, back toward the center of the system. This transition is necessary because the edges, once rich with asymmetric value, are becoming increasingly crowded, with margins tightening […] The post Rebalancing the Smiling Curve: How African Startups Are Moving from Edge to Core appeared first on Tekedia.

US-listed ETF trading volume hit a new all-time high in March 2026, with reports indicating approximately $7.8 trillion in total notional volume for the month—the highest monthly figure on record. This surpasses previous peaks, including the elevated activity seen during the March 2020 pandemic volatility period. ETF trading now represents a significant portion of overall […] The post US-Listed ETF Trading Volume Hits a New All-Time in March 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.

Franklin Templeton has agreed to acquire 250 Digital, a cryptocurrency investment management firm that recently spun out from the venture capital firm CoinFund. The deal includes 250 Digital’s investment team and all its liquid cryptocurrency strategies previously managed under CoinFund. Following the acquisition, Franklin Templeton will launch a new dedicated unit called Franklin Crypto. Christopher […] The post Franklin Templeton Agrees to Acquire 250 Digital for An Undisclosed Price  appeared first on Tekedia.

SWIFT, the global financial messaging network connecting over 11,000 institutions across more than 200 countries, confirmed it has completed the design phase of its blockchain-based shared ledger in collaboration with a group of international banks. The project has now moved into active development of the first Minimum Viable Product (MVP). The shared ledger creates a […] The post SWIFT Completes the Design Phase of its Blockchain Shared Ledger with International Banks  appeared first on Tekedia.

Hyperliquid, a leading decentralized perpetuals exchange on its own L1 just launched the beta/MVP version of its official Android mobile app on the Google Play Store. It’s a limited initial release focused on trade execution notifications, serving as a step up from their previous Progressive Web App (PWA). The team is capping downloads during this testing […] The post Hyperliquid Unveils MVP Version of its Android Mobile App appeared first on Tekedia.

According to reports citing Dune Analytics data shared widely by analysts like Eric Cryptoman and outlets such as Cointelegraph, the average hold time for memecoins on Solana has cratered to just 58 seconds in 2026. For context: It was around 100 seconds in 2025. A full day (24 hours) back in 2024. This isn’t just […] The post According to Reports on Dune Analytics, Average Hold Time on Solana Memecoins Cratered to 58 Secs in 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.

Canada has introduced Bill C-25, the Strong and Free Elections Act, which would ban cryptocurrency donations to federal political parties, candidates, leadership contestants, nomination contestants, and third-party advertisers. The bill was tabled in the House of Commons on March 26, 2026 first reading stage as of late March. It amends the Canada Elections Act to […] The post Canada Introduces the Free Elections Act Aimed at Placing Restrictions and Guidelines on Crypto Political Donations  appeared first on Tekedia.

Japan’s Nikkei 225 opened sharply lower, falling as much as ~5% hitting intraday lows around 50,567 amid a broader sell-off in Asian equities, before paring some losses to close down about 2.8% at 51,886 on Monday and then sliding further to close at 51,064 on Tuesday down 1.58%. The primary driver is an escalating energy […] The post Japan’s Nikkei Opens Sharply Lower, Citing Escalating Global Energy Crisis As Primary Driver  appeared first on Tekedia.

Table of contents Why was the deadline moved to April 14? What counts as “income” under the Nigeria Tax Act 2025? Who needs to file taxes in Lagos? What you need before you start filing on the LIRS eTax portal How to file taxes on the LIRS eTax portal: Step by step Penalties for not […]

Novastar Ventures has reached the final close of its third fund, raising $147 million to invest in climate-focused and impact-driven startups across Africa. The fund, known as the Africa People and Planet Fund III, will back businesses working in sectors tied to resilience, sustainability and low-carbon growth. The fund attracted support from a mix of […] The post Novastar Ventures closes $147 million fund for African startups appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Ghana has introduced what is being described as Africa’s first national identity card with integrated payment functionality, allowing the Ghana Card to serve not only as an identification document but also as a payment tool. The move is aimed at expanding financial inclusion, simplifying transactions and reducing dependence on international card schemes such as Visa […] The post Ghana launches payment-enabled national ID system appeared first on Tech In Africa.