Explore the top investors shaping Egypt's startup landscape, driving innovation across fintech, e-commerce, and more. The post 10 Top Investors in Startups in Egypt appeared first on Tech In Africa.

How Sharon Built a Tech Career From Lagos to Germany – And Is Now Empowering Thousands What does it really take to break into tech, grow a global career, and help others along the… TechCity

Africa’s digital payments economy is on a rapid growth trajectory, projected to reach $1.5 trillion by 2030, according to a Mastercard-commissioned report by Genesis Analytics. As a long-term technology partner to the continent, Mastercard is deepening its commitment through investments, public-private partnerships, and digital innovation to expand financial access and economic opportunities. Driving Africa’s Digital […]

MTN Group and Airtel Africa have formalized a network infrastructure-sharing agreement in Nigeria and Uganda, with the aim of reducing operational costs and expanding mobile connectivity in underserved regions. Under the terms of the agreement, both entities will explore various models of network collaboration, including Radio Access Network sharing and fiber infrastructure partnerships. This may […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Ethio Telecom and Mastercard have announced a strategic partnership to enhance digital financial services across Ethiopia. In a high-level meeting, Ethio Telecom CEO Frehiwot Tamru and Mark Elliott, President of Mastercard Africa, discussed collaborative opportunities to leverage technology and expand financial inclusion. The partnership will focus on integrating Ethio Telecom’s telebirr mobile money platform with […]

Kazang, the prepaid value-added services (VAS) and card acquiring business within JSE-listed fintech Lesaka Technologies, has announced that consumers are now able to pay for their DStv subscriptions using a debit or credit card at Kazang Pay merchants nationwide. Kazang Pay allows micro merchants to sell a range of prepaid products and services and accept […]

With advancements in technology and innovations, telematics and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies are promoting a paradigm shift in the mining industry. As Grant Fraser, Group Managing Director Netstar explains, “We’re sort of in this era where connected devices are producing an unprecedented flood of data: positional information via GPS systems and other sophisticated sensor […]

Zap Enforces Legal Action to Protect Its Brand from ‘Zap by Paystack’ Misuse Zap Africa, Nigeria’s leading non-custodial exchange, has initiated legal action against payment solution provider Paystack, to protect their… TechCity

Telecommunications leaders MTN Group and Airtel Africa have entered into a network-sharing agreement in Uganda and Nigeria, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and extend digital and financial inclusion across Africa. The partnership focuses on optimizing network infrastructure to improve coverage, reduce costs, and provide enhanced mobile services, particularly in underserved rural areas. Both companies emphasized […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

itel Power 70, the Game-Changer: Why Brands Like Tecno, Infinix, and Redmi Are Struggling to Match itel The Nigerian smartphone industry is a battlefield where innovation and value-for-money dictate market dominance. While brands like Tecno,… TechCity

Microsoft 365 Copilot Unveils AI-Powered Researcher Microsoft is expanding its AI capabilities with two new tools: Researcher and Analyst. Integrated into Microsoft 365 Copilot,… TechCity

Samsung Opens Preorders for Glasses-Free 3D Monitor and New Odyssey OLED Models Samsung is now accepting preorders for its highly anticipated glasses-free 3D monitor, the 27-inch Odyssey 3D G90XF, with… TechCity

Netflix Adds HDR10 Plus Support: What It Means for Samsung TV Owners Netflix has officially added HDR10 Plus support, allowing Samsung TV owners to enjoy enhanced picture quality with better… TechCity

OpenAI’s GPT-4o Brings Image Generation to ChatGPT OpenAI has integrated image generation directly into ChatGPT, allowing users to create images within the chatbot using GPT-4o.… TechCity

Mastering MetaTrader 5: A Beginner’s Journey to Trading Success Navigating the world of financial trading can be daunting for beginners. MetaTrader 5 (MT5) emerges as a versatile… TechCity

Otter AI Meeting Agent Is The New AI-Powered Assistant for Meetings and Sales Otter, the AI-powered transcription service, is introducing three new AI agents designed to enhance productivity during meetings and… TechCity

X’s Engineering Head Resigns Amid X Money Launch Haofei Wang, X’s Director of Engineering, has left the company under unclear circumstances. He joined X (formerly Twitter)… TechCity

The Evolution of AI Voice Assistants Voice assistants have advanced significantly over the years. Early versions often struggled with context, sounded robotic, and lacked… TechCity

  Axel Peyriere, Co-Founder and CEO of AUTO24.africa, said; “Africa is ready for electric vehicles, and EV24.africa is committed to making this transition smooth and accessible. Our goal is to provide a reliable, transparent, and competitive marketplace for EV buyers across the continent.    Africar Group and AUTO24.africa have officially introduced EV24.africa, the most extensive […] The post EV24.africa Launched – Africa’s Leading Marketplace for Electric Vehicles appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Enza, an embedded payment startup based in Dubai and founded by former Network International executives, has raised $6.75 million in seed equity funding. The round was co-led by Algebra Ventures and Quona Capital. Founded in 2023, Enza’s payment solutions enable banks and fintechs to offer locally tailored payment services across African markets, including card issuance, […] The post Enza Raises $6.75M Seed Funding to Boost Embedded Payment Solutions Across Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Nigeria has recorded the sharpest drop in cash usage worldwide, driven by the rapid growth of digital payments and fintech innovations, according to a new report from Worldpay. Between 2014 and 2024, cash transactions in Nigeria fell by 59%, marking the largest decline among seven major economies where cash has traditionally been dominant. The Philippines […] The post Nigeria Leads Global Shift Away from Cash as Digital Payments Surge 59% in a Decade appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Starting a business in Africa comes with significant challenges. Although the continent is filled with entrepreneurial energy, the reality is that more than half of startups don’t survive the early years. Statista data from 2020 reveals that 54% of African startups failed, with countries like Ethiopia and Rwanda experiencing failure rates as high as 75%, […] The post Why Do So Many Startups Fail in Africa — And What Can Founders Do About It? appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Moneda Invest Africa has joined forces with meCash to transform Africa’s financial landscape, focusing on payments and credit accessibility. The official announcement of this strategic partnership, along with the unveiling of the “Musa” app, took place during the Moneda Experience event held on March 14, 2025, in Lekki, Lagos. The gathering brought together notable stakeholders, […] The post Moneda Invest Africa and meCash Launch “Musa” App to Revolutionize SME Financing in Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

AFRICA LEADS GLOBAL ECONOMIC GROWTH IN 2025! Africa dominates the world’s fastest-growing economies with 12 nations in the top 20! Top African Performers: South Sudan: 27.2% Libya: 13.7% Senegal: 9.3% Sudan: 8.3% Uganda: 7.5% Niger: 7.3% Zambia: 6.6% Benin: 6.5% Ethiopia: 6.5% Rwanda: 6.5% Côte d’Ivoire: 6.4% Djibouti: 6.0% Africa’s Economic Surge: Dominating Global Growth […] The post AFRICA LEADS GLOBAL ECONOMIC GROWTH IN 2025 appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Explore the top investors shaping South Africa's vibrant startup ecosystem, driving innovation in fintech, healthtech, and more. The post 10 Top Investors in Startups in South Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Telecommunications operators (telcos) in Nigeria are considering introducing regional tariff plans to reflect the varying costs of doing business across different states. Currently, telecom companies apply a uniform national tariff, charging the same rates for services regardless of location. However, the telcos argue that this system overlooks the significant differences in operational costs across the […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The Federal Government has announced plans to adopt Egypt’s model for power generation and transmission, citing the North African country as a benchmark for success in the energy sector. Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, disclosed this during a recent meeting in Abuja with the Egyptian Ambassador to Nigeria, Mohammed Fouad. The meeting focused on strengthening […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Google Wallet Now Lets Parents Set Up Digital Payments for Kids Google Wallet is rolling out a new feature that allows parents and guardians in the UK, US, Australia,… TechCity

Google Removes 10,000 Fake Business Listings, Sues Scammers Behind Them Google has filed a lawsuit against scammers responsible for setting up thousands of fake business listings on Google… TechCity

iPhone 17 Air: 5 Things to Know About Apple’s Slimmest iPhone Yet Apple is expected to unveil its iPhone 17 lineup in September 2025, and leaks suggest a new device… TechCity

Gamr Launches Nigeria’s First Game Development Training Hub With Africa’s gaming industry projected to surpass 186 million gamers by 2025 and Nigeria leading as a fast-growing market, Gamr Lab equips young African creatives with world-class skills for careers in video game development, design, content creation, and esports management. TechCity

Australian startup PropertyRender is making significant inroads, transforming how property developers in countries like Zimbabwe and South Africa maximize their sales and accelerate their sales cycles”   Africa’s real estate sector is undergoing significant transformation, driven by rapid urbanization, a burgeoning population, and rising income levels. The demand for residential properties is particularly acute, with […] The post Australian startup PropertyRender transforms property development in Africa with innovative proptech solutions appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Yango Group, a global technology company based in Dubai, has launched a $20 million corporate venture fund aimed at early-stage startups in the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan (MENAP), Sub-Saharan Africa, and Latin America, Arabian Business can exclusively reveal. The newly established fund, named Yango Ventures, will focus on seed to Series B investments, […] The post Yango Group Launches $20M Venture Fund for Startups Across MENAP, Africa, and Latin America appeared first on Tech In Africa.

How to Turn Your Smartphone into a Remote Control for Your TV We’ve all been there, you sit down to relax, reach for the remote… and it’s gone. Maybe it… TechCity

Explore the top 10 innovative startups in South Africa for 2025, driving change in agriculture, health, fintech, and sustainability. The post 10 Startups to Watch in 2025 in South Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Google Pixel 9a Unveiled Google just dropped the Pixel 9a, and it’s a total glow-up for its mid-range lineup. Ditching the usual… TechCity