African SaaS Leader Becomes Seamless Technologies, Unveils AI and Financial Solutions SeamlessHR, a leading African HR technology company, today announced its evolution into Seamless Technologies, a strategic transition driven… TechCity

How to Protect Children’s Data Online in 2026: A Parent’s Complete Guide Your child’s first digital footprint may have been created before they could even speak. From baby photos shared… TechCity

5 Phone Habits Ruining Your Sleep in 2026 (And How to Fix Them) You’re tired. You know you should be asleep. But before putting your phone down, you decide to check… TechCity

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Spiro Kenya, has signed a one-year partnership agreement with Gor Mahia Football Club, becoming the club’s Official Electric Mobility Partner for the 2026/27 season. The partnership brings together Kenya’s largest electric mobility company and Kenya’s most successful football club in a collaboration that seeks to leverage the reach and influence of football to engage communities, […] The post Spiro Kenya Partners with Gor Mahia Football Club (FC) to Drive Electric Mobility Adoption in Kenya appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Nigerian fintech Nearpays has won the AI for Good Innovation Factory grand finale — the first African startup ever to take the global title in the competition, which runs as part of the United Nations’ AI for Good Global Summit. The competition drew more than 500 startups worldwide, each pitching AI solutions aimed at social […] The post Nigeria’s Nearpays Becomes First African Startup to Win the UN’s AI for Good Innovation Factory appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Google Sheets vs Excel 2026: Which Spreadsheet Skill Should You Learn First? If you’re looking to improve your digital skills in 2026, learning how to use spreadsheets is one of… TechCity

Do Fitness Apps Work in 2026? What the Research Really Says Fitness apps promise to help us become healthier, stronger, and more consistent. They count our steps, remind us… TechCity

By Boluwatife Oshadiya  |  July 10, 2026 KEY POINTS ▸  Nigeria ranked 1st in Africa and 38th globally in the GIRAI 2026 out of 135 countries, up 42 places from 80th in 2024 ▸  Overall score jumped from 7.21 to 45.93 — a near-sixfold improvement in just two years ▸  Nigeria was named a global […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Data Privacy in 2026: What Companies Know About You and What You Can Do Every click, search, purchase, and app download leaves behind a digital footprint. In 2026, companies have more ways… TechCity

The Best Smart Home Devices for Elderly Parents Living Alone More older adults are choosing to age in place, enjoying the comfort of their own homes while maintaining… TechCity

How to Set Screen Time Limits for Your Family in 2026 Screens are part of everyday life. Children use them for school, adults rely on them for work, and… TechCity

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | July 28, 2026 Key Points Main Story MTN Nigeria Plc has lost approximately ₦1.7 trillion in market value on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) after investors aggressively exited positions in the telecommunications giant amid weakening market sentiment and growing geopolitical concerns. Although the company’s shares closed Friday’s trading session at ₦750, up […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Best Travel Tech 2026: 12 Gadgets Worth Packing This Summer Summer is one of the busiest travel seasons of the year. Whether you’re flying abroad, taking a road… TechCity

How to Learn Free Skills on Your Phone in 2026: The Complete Beginner’s Guide Your smartphone is probably one of the most powerful learning tools you own. Yet for many people, it… TechCity

Key points Main Story The Indian government has asked Meta to postpone the rollout of WhatsApp’s upcoming username feature over concerns that it could increase online fraud and impersonation attacks. The request comes as authorities intensify efforts to combat a sharp rise in cybercrime, with fraudsters increasingly exploiting low levels of digital literacy among internet […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Does Your Phone Cause Anxiety in 2026? What the Research Really Says It’s become a familiar routine. You pick up your phone to reply to one message. Twenty minutes later,… TechCity

Key points Main Story  The Federal Government will officially launch three digital platforms on July 14 as part of efforts to strengthen transparency, improve accountability and monitor the performance of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). The initiative, spearheaded by the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR) under the Office of the Secretary to the Government […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Key Points Main Story Family-owned businesses across Africa are outperforming their global counterparts despite mounting geopolitical tensions, technological disruption, climate pressures and economic uncertainty, according to the latest PwC Africa Family Business Survey. The report, which surveyed 79 family businesses across Africa and forms part of PwC’s global study of 1,325 family businesses in more […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | June 29, 2026 Key Points Main Story The Federal Ministry of Education will officially launch the Digital National Education Management Information System (DNEMIS) on July 1 as part of efforts to strengthen education planning, governance and service delivery through reliable, technology-driven data management. Speaking during a press briefing in Abuja on […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Key points Main story The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), Jennifer Adighije, says Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are transforming operations across the company’s power generation plants. Speaking after an engagement with the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), Adighije said the company has deployed […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | June 28, 2026 Key Points Main Story The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has dismissed as false reports claiming it recently approved 48 additional digital lending applications, bringing the number of licensed digital lenders in Nigeria to 505. In a public notice issued on Sunday, the Commission described the […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Internet Safety Month 2026 Recap: 10 Digital Safety Lessons Everyone Should Remember As Internet Safety Month comes to a close, one thing is clear: staying safe online has never been… TechCity

The Role of AI in Modern Digital Signage Systems in Africa by April Miller AI digital signage influences how businesses in Africa engage customers and deliver information. As organizations invest in smarter… TechCity

Smartphone Addiction Signs in 2026: What the Research Actually Says Take a moment to think about the last time you checked your phone. Was it because you received… TechCity

Best Budget Tablet 2026: Top Tablets for Kids and Seniors Buying a tablet sounds simple until you realize that a device perfect for a 7-year-old may be frustrating… TechCity

Nigeria E-Commerce Conference & Expo 2026 to Convene Industry Leaders, Innovators, and Policymakers to Accelerate Digital Commerce Transformation Nigeria’s leading stakeholders in e-commerce, fintech, logistics, retail, technology, digital marketing, and entrepreneurship will gather at the Nigeria E-Commerce… TechCity

Key points Main story Technology innovation company DecisionSpaak Group and the Gbenga Fawehinmi Foundation have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at equipping young Nigerians with critical digital and artificial intelligence (AI) skills needed to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven global economy. The collaboration was formalised through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

How to Teach Parents Internet Safety Without Sounding Condescending For many families, there’s a role reversal happening online. Parents who once taught their children how to cross… TechCity

In this blog post, I want to share with you, Tecno Pop 20 Price In Nigeria, Features, Specifications and Everything You Need to Know. The Tecno Pop 20 is an entry-level Android smartphone launched globally by TECNO Mobile. The smartphone is designed for students, first-time smartphone users, social media enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a […]

Key points Main story In a move aimed at preparing young Nigerians for the rapidly evolving digital economy, DecisionSpaak Group and the Gbenga Fawehinmi Foundation have entered into a strategic partnership to expand access to artificial intelligence (AI), digital literacy, and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education across secondary schools. The partnership was formalised […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.