The government of Burkina Faso has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Presight International Services, a subsidiary of the UAE-based G42 Group, to bolster the country’s digital economy. The MoU was officially signed by Burkina Faso’s Minister of Digital Transition, Posts, and Electronic Communications, Aminata Zerbo-Sabane, and Muhammad Shameen Hosenbocus, the Vice President […] The post Burkina Faso Partners with UAE’s Presight to Drive Digital Transformation and Boost AI Skills appeared first on Tech In Africa.

As Vodacom Tanzania celebrates its 25th anniversary of service to the nation, the company is preparing for the next phase of growth by launching a technology modernization program valued at over $100 million – one of the most significant infrastructure investments in its history. This landmark initiative is designed to revolutionize connectivity, enhance service quality, […] The post Vodacom Tanzania Marks 25 Years with $100M Tech Overhaul to Boost Connectivity and Digital Inclusion appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP), an initiative launched at the 2021 COP26 climate conference, is aiming to raise $7.5 billion to fund its five-year plan for 2026-2030. The alliance’s goal is to deploy renewable energy solutions across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, with the aim of boosting electrification and promoting green […] The post Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet Seeks $7.5B to Accelerate Renewable Energy Access Across Africa, Asia, and Latin America appeared first on Tech In Africa.

PayPal has announced a $100 million commitment to expand its presence in the Middle East and Africa. This investment will be deployed through a variety of channels, including minority investments, potential acquisitions, PayPal Ventures funding, and investments in technology and talent aimed at scaling digital commerce in the region. According to the company, this initiative […] The post PayPal Commits $100M to Expand Digital Commerce and Cross-Border Payments in Middle East and Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Acumen has launched the second iteration of its KawiSafi fund, securing $90 million in approved capital, which includes $40 million in committed funding, to advance climate solutions throughout Africa. KawiSafi Fund II is designed to tackle key climate challenges across the continent by focusing on: Energy Transition: Investing in renewable energy systems that deliver clean […] The post Acumen Launches $90M KawiSafi Fund II to Drive Climate Solutions and Impact 50 Million Lives Across Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Gaming Reimagined: Infinix GT VERSE Merges Power, Play, and Portability in One Seamless Ecosystem As the global gaming population surpasses 3 billion and mobile esports continues to rise, gamers’ demands for immersive… TechCity

PMAC 2025 Finals in Nairobi Marks Historic Milestone for African Esports Nairobi, Kenya — September 14, 2025 — The PUBG Mobile Africa Cup (PMAC) Finals 2025 concluded with great… TechCity

Andrew Bourne, Country Head of Zoho South Africa, shares six practical strategies for small and medium e-commerce businesses to grow sustainably

As Africa’s digital economy is projected to reach $1.5 trillion by 2030, trusted identity solutions are a critical enabler of financial inclusion, fraud prevention, and cross-border commerce. Additionally, smartphone penetration is continuing to rise, necessitating an urgent need to unlock opportunities for millions through secure identity verification services that work across digital channels.  Mastercard has […]

The public sector in West Africa, much like in other parts of the world, is grappling with deep-rooted challenges. From rigid bureaucracies to outdated systems, the very institutions tasked with serving citizens often find themselves trapped in structures that stifle innovation and delay impact. Across Nigeria and much of West Africa, public institutions remain constrained […]

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has attributed the Abuja-Kaduna train derailment of August 26, 2025, to neglected infrastructure and operational failings within the nation’s rail system. The Bureau’s preliminary findings, released on Wednesday, contrast with the Nigeria Railway Corporation’s (NRC) earlier explanation, which had blamed human error and excessive speed. According to the report, […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Johannesburg, South Africa – 25 Sept 2025 – IT News Africa is proud to announce that NEC XON, a leading provider of innovative ICT and digital transformation solutions, has joined as a Keynote Sponsor for the 10th Annual Healthcare Innovation Summit Africa (HISA 2025).  The event will take place on 22–23 October 2025 at the […]

SiltechWorld Makes History as First African Company to Export a 100% Made-in-Nigeria EV to the USA SiltechWorld, a pioneering Nigerian e-mobility company, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone: becoming the first indigenous African manufacturer to… TechCity

South Africa’s public sector is embracing digital transformation to deliver services more efficiently and connect with citizens in new ways. But as government systems move online, cybercriminals are following close behind. The latest whitepaper from NTT reveals why stronger cyber resilience is now critical to safeguarding government services and public trust. Here are five key […]

itel Launches Durable Curved Display Smartphone SUPER 26 Ultra: A Breakthrough of An Unbeatable Performance and accessible AI for Masses itel, a global Tech Empowerment brand ranked No.1 Smartphone Brand, has launched its new model SUPER 26 Ultra,… TechCity

Kenyan e-mobility startup Arc Ride has secured $10 million in debt financing from Mirova, a Paris-based sustainable investment manager, to expand its battery-swapping network for electric motorcycles. This marks the first time Mirova’s $282 million Gigaton Fund has invested in Africa’s electric vehicle sector, highlighting the growing demand for two-wheelers on the continent. For Mirova, […] The post Arc Ride Secures $10 Million in Funding to Expand Electric Motorcycle Battery-Swapping Network Across Kenya appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Mastercard is partnering with leading AI and commerce innovators, including Stripe, Google, and Ant International’s Antom, to make secure agentic transactions both accessible and scalable for digital merchants and platforms around the world. In an effort to advance AI-driven payments, Mastercard is introducing new tools for developers, expanding consulting services, and deepening collaboration with the […] The post Mastercard Partners with Stripe, Google, and Antom to Launch AI-Driven Agentic Payments for Global Digital Merchants appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Enakl, an urban mobility startup based in Morocco and France, is on a mission to address one of Africa’s most pressing challenges: providing intelligent, safe, and sustainable collective transport solutions for daily commutes. Launched in September 2023 by seasoned entrepreneurs Samir Bennani and Charles Pommarede in Casablanca, and later joined by Ahmed Omrane as Associate […] The post Enakl Secures $1.4 Million to Revolutionize Urban Mobility in Africa with Sustainable, Tech-Driven Transport Solutions appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Efforts to make smartphones more affordable for a larger number of Africans while ensuring profitability for sellers are ongoing. In fact, this week has witnessed an alliance between one of Africa’s leading homegrown electronic marketplaces and a financing group, aiming to make smartphones more accessible to Kenyans. Jumia Group, the company behind the pan-African e-commerce […] The post Jumia Teams Up with Watu Credit to Offer Flexible Smartphone Financing in Kenya appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Safaricom has introduced the most significant enhancement to its M-PESA platform since 2015, unveiling Fintech 2.0, a next-generation core system designed to enhance resilience, increase capacity, and drive AI-powered innovation. This upgrade boosts the platform’s processing capability from 4,500 to 6,000 transactions per second, with the ability to scale up to 12,000 transactions per second […] The post Safaricom Unveils Fintech 2.0, Revolutionizing M-PESA with AI, Enhanced Capacity, and Future-Ready Infrastructure appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Bringing power, style, and value to every user, innovative technology brand TECNO showcased its latest smartphone ranges at an event in Melrose Arch, Johannesburg. The immersive showcase gave attendees the chance to experience TECNO’s newest devices firsthand and highlighting TECNO’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge technology at great value-for-money price points, with both series designed to […]

Medical costs are rising rapidly, and medical inflation is outstripping the ability of medical aid schemes to keep up, even with annual premium increases. The result is a dramatic escalation in medical expense shortfalls, from doctors and specialists charging many times the scheme rate to increasing co-payments and sub-limits, even on the top-of-the-range plans. Over […]

Meta, in partnership with Data Science Africa, announced the winners of the Llama Impact Grant for Startups and Researchers at the UN General Assembly’s Unstoppable Africa 2025 event. The Llama Impact Grant, launched in October 2023 as a global program, seeks to source and scale innovative use cases of Llama that address critical challenges in […]

At the 2025 Global Public Sector Cloud & AI Summit, Huawei officially released the “R.I.S.E.” National Government Cloud reference architecture, accelerating the nation’s intelligent transformation. Huawei Solutions Target Challenges in Public Services In his speech, Li Junfeng (Wind), Vice President of Huawei and CEO of the Global Public Sector BU, said that driven by cloud […]

Access Bank (Kenya) PLC (“Access Bank Kenya”) and National Bank of Kenya (“NBK”) have announced a strategic service integration that enables customers from either bank to access selected in-branch services across both institutions. As part of the ongoing integration process, tellers across the combined network of more than 100 branches nationwide can now process core […]

There is a wealth of information online about encryption and traffic protection, but most of it focuses on VPNs. This is partly due to VPN providers marketing their services as the ultimate solution for online security and anonymity. However, the reality is not so straightforward. Many solutions promoted as VPNs are technically just proxy servers. […]

Remedial Health, a health technology company providing inventory, software, data, and financing solutions to healthcare providers in Africa, has been named among the World’s Top HealthTech Companies by TIME Magazine and Statista, in recognition of its innovation and impact in the global healthcare sector. The World’s Top HealthTech Companies list features 400 companies from over […]

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   Remedial Health, a health technology company offering inventory, software, data, and financing solutions to healthcare providers across Africa, was named among the World’s Top HealthTech Companies by TIME Magazine and Statista. This recognition honors the company’s innovation and impact within the global healthcare sector. The ranking, which is a first of its kind, celebrates […] The post Remedial Health Named Among World’s Top HealthTech Companies by TIME Magazine and Statista appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Buying a second-hand car in South Africa can be a daunting task, but with the right platforms, it’s easy to find reliable vehicles at competitive prices. Whether you’re searching for certified pre-owned cars, vehicles from trusted dealers, or private seller listings, there are several reputable platforms that can help. Here’s a list of the best […] The post Best Platforms for Buying Second-Hand Cars in South Africa, 2025 appeared first on Tech In Africa.

African vehicle-financing startup Moove, is seeking new capital at a valuation exceeding $2 billion, potentially positioning it as one of the largest startups on the continent, according to sources familiar with the matter. The Uber Technologies Inc.-backed company intends to raise more than $300 million in this funding round, said the sources, who requested anonymity […] The post Moove Sets Sights on Becoming Africa’s Next Unicorn with $300 Million Funding Round, Eyeing $2 Billion Valuation appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Daniel Yu, the founder of the pan-African B2B eCommerce company Wasoko, has stepped down as CEO after 11 years. His departure marks a significant leadership transition for the startup, which merged with Egypt-based MaxAB in August 2024, creating one of the largest B2B retail platforms on the continent. Yu made the announcement via LinkedIn, where […] The post Wasoko Founder Daniel Yu Steps Down as CEO After 11 Years, Marking Key Leadership Transition Following MaxAB Merger appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The global freelance economy is valued at approximately $400 billion in 2024, with estimates ranging from $450 billion to $550 billion, as the gig economy continues to expand rapidly across sectors. However, critical infrastructure gaps are preventing skilled developers and designers in emerging markets from accessing high-value work. The problem isn’t talent—it’s the financial and […] The post The $400 Billion Freelance Infrastructure Problem—And How One Platform Is Solving It appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Infinix Launches GT 30 Pro: A Gaming Flagship Built to Carry with All-Day Full FPS Performance Featuring GT Trigger, Mechanical Light Waves, and AI Tools—The OfficialGaming Phone for Global Esports Tournaments Infinix, a trendy… TechCity

Infinix HOT 60 Pro+ Sets GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ as the World’s Thinnest 3D Curved Display Smartphone Measuring just 5.95mm at its thinnest point, the Infinix HOT 60 Pro+ combines ultra-thin design with powerful performance,… TechCity

The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has joined forces with NVIDIA to launch the Middle East’s first Joint Lab dedicated to both artificial intelligence and robotics. The announcement of the TII-NVAITC (NVIDIA AI Technology Center) Joint Lab for AI and Robotics was made during […]