How to Start an Ecommerce Business in Kenya: Step-By-Step Guide This step-by-step guide explains how to start an ecommerce business in Kenya, covering niche selection, legal registration, payment integration with mobile money, logistics, marketing, and customer service. It includes a launch checklist, FAQs, and local resources to help founders scale. TechCity

Absa Group has announced a series of high-level executive appointments aimed at deepening leadership bench strength and driving customer-led growth. Chief among these changes is the appointment of Sitoyo Lopokoiyit as the new Chief Executive: Personal and Private Banking, effective April 1, 2026. Lopokoiyit will officially exit Safaricom on March 31, 2026, concluding a 15-year […] The post Sitoyo Lopokoiyit exits M-PESA Africa for CEO role at Absa Group appeared first on HapaKenya.

Ecobank Kenya has officially ushered in a new era of leadership, appointing seasoned banking executive Rebecca Mbithi as its Managing Director, effective February 9, 2026. The move marks a significant homecoming to executive leadership for Mbithi, who previously earned acclaim for her transformative five-year tenure at the helm of Family Bank. She succeeds Josephine Anan-Ankomah, […] The post Rebecca Mbithi takes the helm at Ecobank Kenya as new Managing Director appeared first on HapaKenya.

Clooper vs TravelPerk vs Wakanow for Business: Which Is the Best AfricanCompany? Meta Description:This article compares Clooper, TravelPerk, and Wakanow for Business, examining their features, pricing, and suitability for African… TechCity

Lagos vs Nairobi vs Cape Town Tech: Comparing 3 African Hubs 2026 A comparative guide to Lagos, Nairobi, and Cape Town as African tech hubs. The article covers funding, talent, infrastructure, regulatory considerations, and practical takeaways for founders and investors. TechCity

THE Zimbabwean government’s proposed constitutional amendments, most notably Clause 2, Clauses 3, 7 and 8, Clause 15, and Clause 17, constitute one of the most far-reaching reconfigurations of state power since the adoption of the 2013 Constitution. When assessed against modern democratic standards, comparative constitutional practice, and principles of political economy, these proposals raise serious […]

Safaricom has announced that it has partnered with the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) to launch Ziidi Trader. The new platform is integrated directly into the M-PESA Super App and will allow Kenyans to buy and sell listed shares and corporate bonds. Ziidi Trader is the third pillar in the “Ziidi” suite, following the successful rollout […] The post You can now buy shares online on Ziidi Trader in new Safaricom & NSE partnership appeared first on HapaKenya.

Co-operative Bank of Kenya and World Vision Kenya have announced a strategic partnership to integrate the Chapa Pay gateway into the Inuka Angaza online donation platform. The integration allows Kenyans, corporate entities, and the diaspora to contribute to the Inuka Angaza Fund in real-time. By leveraging Co-op Bank’s Chapa Pay, the platform gains bank-grade security […] The post Co-operative Bank & World Vision launch Inuka Angaza online donation platform appeared first on HapaKenya.

HARARE – The government is preparing sweeping constitutional amendments that would extend presidential terms to seven years, end direct presidential elections and fundamentally reshape the country’s succession framework. Justice minister Ziyambi Ziyambi is expected to table a memorandum to cabinet on Tuesday outlining the proposed Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment Bill, 2026, which introduces far-reaching changes […]

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have proposed that subscribers receive instant refunds—within 30 seconds—for failed airtime and data purchases, in a move aimed at addressing persistent billing complaints in the telecommunications sector. The proposal is contained in the Exposure Draft of the Joint CBN–NCC Framework for the Resolution […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

What Is Fintech Regulation in Ghana: Practical Guide for Startups and SMEs This guide explains what fintech regulation in Ghana means for startups and SMEs. It covers the main regulators, key laws like the Payment Systems and Services Act and the 2025 VASP Act, the role of regulatory sandboxes, and practical compliance steps. TechCity

HARARE — Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi is set to table a Memorandum to Cabinet on the Constitutional Amendment Bill, 2026, unveiling what critics describe as the most far-reaching overhaul of Zimbabwe’s constitutional order since the adoption of the 2013 Constitution. The proposed amendments touch the core pillars of democratic governance, electoral […]

In recent years, Nigeria has quietly become one of Africa’s most active retail trading markets. What began as interest in forex and crypto speculation has evolved into something more structured: a growing number of Nigerian traders are now pursuing a prop trading career through international prop firms. The appeal is obvious. Instead of risking personal […] The post Prop Trading Career in Nigeria: Market Reality, Income Potential, and Long-Term Outlook appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Africa hosts an estimated US$29.5 trillion in mine-site mineral value, representing about 20% of global mineral wealth, yet captures only a fraction of the economic value embedded in this endowment, according to a new study released today by Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Of this total, US$8.6 trillion remains undeveloped, reflecting an under-explored continent where fragmented […] The post Africa Must Rewire US$29.5 Trillion Mineral Endowment Around Industry, Infrastructure and Demand, Africa Finance Corporation Study Say appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Mobile money has reshaped how millions of Africans send, receive, and store value. Yet for many users, access to online payments beyond local ecosystems has remained out of reach. In Senegal, however, that barrier is beginning to ease. Wave Mobile Money has officially launched a Visa virtual card, integrated directly into the Wave app, in […] The post Wave, Visa and Ecobank Senegal launch virtual card to expand online payments appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The loudest conversations in tech right now are about intelligence. Bigger models. Faster inference. Products that can reason, write, search, and act. But beneath the excitement sits a quieter crisis, one that doesn’t show up in demos or keynote slides. As software systems become more autonomous, the real bottleneck is no longer capability. It is […] The post Amid the AI boom, Ijeoma Eti Is Solving the Harder Problem Everyone Is Ignoring: Infrastructure Trust, Security, and Compliance appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Africa’s digital landscape is evolving fast. Smartphone penetration is rising, data costs are falling, and users are no longer satisfied with surface-level interactions. They want spaces that feel safe, relevant, and reflective of who they are. In other words, trust and community are becoming competitive differentiators in a way that global tech trends often overlook. […] The post Why Trust and Community Will Define the Next Wave of African Social Platforms appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Best Budget Smartphones Nigeria 2024: Top Picks Under ₦200,000 A practical guide to the best budget smartphones in Nigeria for 2024, focusing on battery life, display quality, and real-world value. Recommended picks include the itel Power 70 for battery, Redmi Note 12/13 for balanced performance, and Tecno POVA 6 Neo for budget gaming. TechCity

Niger’s Zamani Telecom Chooses Hayo as its Exclusive Partner for A2P Monetisation and SMS Firewall Hayo’s SMS Firewall solution detects and blocks A2P SMS traffic that is being terminated into Zamani’s home network… TechCity

Research centre sets out to build ‘cognitive’ cities of the future A new research centre based at the University of Glasgow is setting out to develop the ‘cognitive’ cities… TechCity

Bloomwit Releases 2026 Visibility Report for African SMEs, Highlighting Critical PR Gaps Constraining Business Growth Bloomwit, Africa’s leading  PR and communications agency and academy, has released its 2026 Visibility Report for African SMEs, shining a… TechCity

CarPlay to Support Third-Party AI Chatbots: What You Need to Know Apple is reportedly opening up Apple CarPlay to third-party AI chatbot apps like ChatGPT, Claude, and Google Gemini.… TechCity

Applications are now open for the 2026 Google for Startups Accelerator Africa Program. This three-month hybrid accelerator program is designed for growth-stage technology startups. It aims to bring the best of Google’s programs, products, people, and technology to communities across Africa. Program Details A Global Series of Programs: Each cohort of 10-15 startups collaborates to […] The post Google Accelerator Africa Returns with Equity-Free Support, Cloud Credits, and Early Access to AI Products for Startups appeared first on Tech In Africa.

MTN Group, Africa’s largest mobile network operator by subscribers, is in advanced discussions to acquire the remaining 75 per cent stake in IHS Towers, a transaction that could value the telecom infrastructure company at approximately $2.76 billion, according to market estimates. A report published by Reuters on Thursday said the Johannesburg-listed telecoms group is negotiating […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The Government of Rwanda has signed a historic expansion agreement with Zipline, marking the first milestone under Zipline’s recent $150M pay-for-performance award from the U.S. Department of State. Building on its legacy as the first country in the world to launch Zipline’s autonomous delivery service in 2016, Rwanda will now become the first country with […] The post Rwanda Expands with Zipline to Become First Country in the World with Nationwide Autonomous Delivery Including Africa’s First Urban Drone Delivery Network appeared first on Tech In Africa.

In Africa’s fast-growing tech ecosystem, communities are often the first real interface between talent and opportunity. They introduce people to new tools, unlock career pathways, and foster a sense of belonging in an industry that can otherwise feel distant and opaque. Yet despite their importance, the people who run these communities are rarely trained or […] The post From Figma to SheCode Africa: How Mfonobong Umondia Is Building a Mentorship Pipeline for Aspiring Community Managers appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The Republic of South Africa has today officially acceded to the Establishment Agreement of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), Africa’s leading Multilateral Financial Institution, marking the formal entry of one of Africa’s largest economies into the Bank’s membership, heralding deeper financial sovereignty. The accession follows the South African Parliament’s historic approval of the accession in […] The post South Africa Joins Afreximbank, announces US$8bn Country Programme appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Nigeria has unveiled a new social networking service called LekeeLekee, created by the team behind ARISE and THISDAY media group, with its launch officially announced on February 2. Marketed as a homegrown alternative to major international platforms, it focuses on promoting digital independence, economic opportunity, and governance shaped by the community. The developers of LekeeLekee […] The post LekeeLekee, Nigeria’s Indigenous Social Media Platform, Pioneers Africa’s Digital Sovereignty appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Google, collaborating with research institutions across Africa, has introduced WAXAL, an extensive open-access speech dataset aimed at improving AI technologies for African languages. The dataset features voice samples from 21 Sub-Saharan African languages, including Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo, Luganda, Swahili, and Acholi. Google states that WAXAL aims to serve more than 100 million speakers who have […] The post WAXAL: Google and African Institutions Unite to Empower Indigenous Languages in AI appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Qualcomm has launched enrollment for the latest Make in Africa Startup Guidance Initiative. The programme offers young enterprises critical assistance, including specialist mentoring, links to veteran engineers, and strategies for protecting innovations. NASDAQ-traded Qualcomm is a U.S.-based global firm recognized for creating chips, applications, and solutions essential to wireless communications. It has consistently supported inventive […] The post Qualcomm Unveils Make in Africa Programme to Empower African Startups appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Over the past ten years, Africa has become one of the world’s fastest-expanding technology markets, driven by widespread mobile and digital uptake and supported by its large youth population. Africa has emerged as a fast-expanding technology center, fueled by widespread mobile use and a predominantly young population. More than $180 billion has flowed into Africa’s […] The post Africa’s Tech Sector Surges as Japan and Gulf Investors Lead $180 Billion Influx appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Yakeey, a Moroccan prop-tech startup, raises US$15 million Series A to advance Africa’s real estate transaction network. Launched in 2023 by Karim Beqqali, Yakeey unifies developers, buyers, tenants, investors, and advisers within a single digital platform, simplifying access to housing, encouraging investment, and modernising the real estate value chain through technology. The company secured a […] The post Yakeey Raises $15 Million to Revolutionize Morocco’s Real Estate Market appeared first on Tech In Africa.

As of January 2026, the football industry is undergoing a massive technical upgrade. The biggest news involves the introduction of 3D player avatars that work alongside semi-automated offside technology. This new system creates a perfect digital replica of every player on the field to ensure that referee decisions are more accurate than ever. For those […] The post Digital Twins: The 2026 Shift to 3D Player Avatars in Professional Football appeared first on Tech In Africa.

An AI enterprise developed in Liberia is drawing global attention for enabling governments and public sector bodies to implement sophisticated artificial intelligence solutions without surrendering ownership or control of their data. Surna Technologies, a company focused on sovereign artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure, has secured a semifinalist position in Harvard University’s President’s Innovation Challenge, a […] The post Liberia’s Surna Technologies Gains Global Recognition for Advancing Sovereign AI appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Rafiki Works has introduced petl pay, a new fintech platform now available in private beta. Designed for modern, project-driven teams working both domestically and internationally, petl pay addresses the challenges faced by these teams in managing payroll, banking, and payments. Born from over two years of experience running Rafiki Works and handling numerous client projects […] The post Rafiki Works Launches petl pay: A New Fintech Solution for Project-Based Teams appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Anyone who is a crypto enthusiast; beginner or expert must know what USDT is. It is one of the most widely used stablecoins in crypto. Because of its popularity, users prefer to send it on the TRON network (TRC20) mostly for its speed and low fees. This works well for people and businesses who regularly […] The post 7 Best Apps to Create a USDT TRC20 Wallet in Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.