Carrot Credit Raises $4.2M to Expand Loan Services Carrot Credit, a Nigerian fintech startup, has raised $4.2 million in seed funding to scale its alternative lending… TechCity

Explore Africa's thriving freelance tech landscape with the top platforms connecting skilled professionals to global opportunities. The post Top 10 Freelance Tech Platforms in Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Kenya's startup ecosystem is shifting focus from fintech to climate-tech and agri-tech, achieving $638 million in funding in 2024. The post Kenya Startup Funding Trends 2025 appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Tecno Camon 40 Review: Smarter Than It Looks Have you ever picked up a smartphone expecting very little, only to find yourself genuinely impressed after a… TechCity

Google Unveils Veo 3, an AI Video Generator with Audio Capabilities Google has unveiled Veo 3, a major upgrade to its AI video generation technology that not only creates… TechCity

Common Chrome Extension Errors and How to Fix Them Building a Chrome extension was supposed to be straightforward; or so I thought. When I first started building… TechCity

Google Unveils Gemini-Powered ‘Stitch’ to Turn UI Ideas into Frontend Code in Minutes At its I/O 2025 developer conference, Google introduced a powerful new generative AI experiment called Stitch, aimed at… TechCity

OpenAI Acquires Jony Ive’s io Hardware Company in $6.5 Billion Deal OpenAI has acquired io, the hardware company founded by Jony Ive, in a $6.5B deal. The move brings… TechCity

Innov8tiv Innov8tiv - Blacks In Technology in USA, UK, Caribbean Islands & Africa The world of online gaming is really all about innovation—be it in gameplay, immersive interfaces or payout… The post Aviator and the Rise of Crash Games first appeared on Innov8tiv. Aviator and the Rise of Crash Games Innov8tiv.com

Innov8tiv Innov8tiv - Blacks In Technology in USA, UK, Caribbean Islands & Africa The 9th Africa Tech Summit London, taking place at the London Stock Exchange on June 6th 2025, aims… The post Industry Leaders and Investors Convene at Africa Tech Summit London to Unlock Global Capital for African Tech Ventures. first appeared on Innov8tiv. Industry Leaders and Investors Convene at Africa Tech Summit London to Unlock Global Capital for African Tech Ventures. Innov8tiv.com

Africa has launched its first continental space agency to enhance Earth observation and data sharing at a time when a more challenging global environment is restricting access to climate and weather information. The African Space Agency was inaugurated last month under the African Union’s umbrella and is based in Cairo. Currently in the process of […] The post Africa Launches Its First Continental Space Agency to Boost Climate and Weather Data Sharing appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The Presidency on Monday announced that Nigeria’s Communications and Digital Economy sector attracted $191 million in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first quarter of 2024—up nearly ninefold from $22 million in the same period last year. Dr. Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, revealed this during an interview for an upcoming […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Airtel Africa has announced a strategic partnership with SpaceX to deliver Starlink’s high-speed satellite internet services to underserved and remote communities across its 14 African markets. This collaboration seeks to close the digital gap by providing reliable connectivity to regions that have traditionally lacked access to broadband infrastructure. The partnership will incorporate Starlink’s low Earth […] The post Airtel Africa Partners with SpaceX to Expand Starlink Satellite Internet Across 14 African Markets appeared first on Tech In Africa.

OpenAI has announced it will retain nonprofit oversight of its operations, reversing its earlier plan to convert its for-profit subsidiary into a public benefit corporation (PBC). This decision follows considerable public and legal scrutiny, including a lawsuit filed by co-founder Elon Musk, who contended that the company had strayed from its mission to develop artificial […] The post OpenAI Reverses Plan to Convert Subsidiary, Retains Nonprofit Oversight Amid Legal and Public Pressure appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Thndr, a digital investment platform based in Cairo, has raised $15.7 million in a funding round led by Prosus Ventures, with contributions from Y Combinator, BECO Capital, Endeavor Catalyst, JIMCO, Raba, and Onsi Sawiris. This latest round brings Thndr’s total funding to $37.76 million. The capital will be used to fuel its regional expansion into […] The post Thndr Raises $15.7M to Accelerate Expansion Across UAE and Saudi Arabia appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Telecom subscribers in Nigeria may soon face a 5% hike in charges for data and voice services if the Nigeria Tax Bill 2024 is enacted. The bill, which reintroduces a contentious 5% excise tax on telecom services, was passed by the Senate on May 8, 2025. Industry stakeholders have expressed concern that this move would […] The post Nigeria’s Proposed 5% Excise Tax on Telecom Services Sparks Industry Concerns Over Higher Consumer Costs appeared first on Tech In Africa.

E-commerce leader Jumia has begun offering its logistics network to third-party businesses, including traders who operate exclusively on social media platforms—a group it once viewed as competition. This strategic shift is designed to lower fulfilment costs and broaden revenue streams, as the company intensifies efforts to achieve profitability by 2027. The new offering, called Jumia […] The post Jumia Launches Jumia Delivery to Tap Social Commerce and Boost Logistics Revenue appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Sand to Green, a Moroccan agrotechnology startup focused on transforming degraded land into fertile farmland, has secured a $50,000 grant at the DeepTech Summit 2025. This funding boost will support the company’s expansion plans across Africa, the Middle East, and Southern Europe. The award, presented in the Green Economy category, was granted during the summit […] The post Moroccan AgriTech Startup Sand to Green Secures $50K Grant to Boost Sustainable Farming Expansion appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Microsoft Offers to Unbundle Teams from Office in Europe to Address Antitrust Concerns Microsoft has proposed to sell Office 365 and Microsoft 365 without Teams to customers in the European Union… TechCity

How to Block a Lost ATM Card Without Going to the Bank Losing your ATM card can be stressful, but the good news is you don’t need to visit a… TechCity

The Top-Tier Startup Accelerators and Founder Communities Backing African Innovators As African startups and innovators continue to take centre stage in the global technology ecosystem, the narrative is… TechCity

OpenAI Rolls Out GPT-4.1 and GPT-4.1 Mini to ChatGPT Users OpenAI has begun rolling out its latest multimodal AI models: GPT-4.1 and GPT-4.1 Mini to ChatGPT users, bringing… TechCity

In today’s visually-driven world, video content reigns supreme. Whether you’re a budding vlogger, a social media influencer, a content creator or simply someone who loves capturing and sharing life’s moments, having the right tools to edit and enhance your videos on your smartphone is no longer a luxury – it’s a necessity. This is where […]

Airtel Africa intends to list its mobile money division, Airtel Money, in the first half of 2026, aiming to leverage the rising demand for digital payment services throughout the continent. Airtel confirmed the listing plan on Thursday, responding to the increasing investor interest in Africa’s fintech sector, especially mobile payment platforms that provide millions of […] The post Airtel Africa Plans 2026 IPO for Mobile Money Unit to Compete in Digital Payments appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Jumia, Africa’s top e-commerce platform, anticipates generating sufficient revenue to cover its operating expenses by 2027. While this does not equate to net profitability, as taxes may still affect the bottom line, it marks a significant achievement for a publicly traded company that has traditionally posted losses. “Driven by robust growth in our core consumer […] The post Jumia Targets Profitability by 2027 Amid Challenges and Strategic Shifts appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Say Goodbye to Motion Blur, The CAMON 40’s AI FlashSnap Has You Covered You’ve been there before. You see the perfect moment—the kind of shot that would have been legendary. You… TechCity

Google Unveils Bold New Android Design: Material Three Expressive Google has officially announced a bold new design language for Android, called Material Three Expressive, taking the customizability… TechCity

Microsoft Lays Off Over 6,000 Employees Microsoft is laying off more than 6,000 employees, accounting for around 3% of its global workforce, in one… TechCity

AI is revolutionizing coding education in Africa by enhancing accessibility, personalizing learning experiences, and addressing resource challenges. The post How AI Improves Coding Education in Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

E-commerce Lessons for Scaling Nigeria’s Food Distribution By Diana Tenebe, Chief Operating Officer, Foodstuff Store Nigeria stands at the cusp of an agricultural revolution with… TechCity

Google Updates Its Iconic “G” Logo With a Gradient Design Google has quietly refreshed its iconic “G” logo marking the first major visual update in nearly ten years.… TechCity

Infinix Redefines Everyday Tech with Launch of Smart Accessory Ecosystem Infinix, a global brand known for pushing boundaries in mobile innovation, has officially launched a comprehensive new lineup… TechCity

The leadership of Interswitch Group, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, recently paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, at the FIRS Headquarters in Abuja. The Interswitch delegation was led by the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mitchell […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Developing High-Performing Engineering Teams: Leadership Insights from a Tech Expert Olabamiji Taiwo, has spent his career turning engineering challenges into opportunities for business improvement. He believes that the… TechCity

Applications Now Open for the 10th K-Startup Grand Challenge 2025 South Korea’s Ministry of SMEs and Startups (MSS) has officially opened applications for the 10th K-Startup Grand Challenge (KSGC) 2025. The highly anticipated program offers African startups up to ₩950 million (US$633,000) in equity-free funding to expand into Asia, providing a unique opportunity to scale […] The post Unlock Asia: Why African Startups Should Seize the K-Startup Grand Challenge 2025 appeared first on Tech In Africa.

How to Check If Your Phone Is Being Tracked Smartphones are essential but they can also be a gateway for someone to track your location, monitor your… TechCity