In March 2026, a Kaspersky study found supply chain attacks were the most common cyberthreat businesses faced over the prior 12 months, yet only 9% of organisations ranked them as a top concern. To mitigate the risks associated with software supply chain attacks, Kaspersky recommends organisations adopt the following security measures:  

For many years, addiction treatment was often viewed through a narrow lens. People were told they simply needed more willpower, stricter discipline or complete abstinence without wider support. While personal responsibility can play a role in recovery, modern understanding recognises that addiction is far more complex. It involves brain chemistry, trauma, mental health, social environment, […]

SeerBit, a leading Pan-African payments company has integrated with Xero, a global small business platform to simplify how businesses across Africa get paid from invoices. For many businesses, sending an invoice is straightforward but getting paid often requires a separate process. Payments are typically completed outside the invoicing system via bank transfers, mobile money or […] The post SeerBit Integrates with Xero to Streamline Invoice Payments Across Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

dLocal (NASDAQ: DLO), the leading cross-border payment platform connecting global merchants to emerging markets, and inDrive, the global mobility and delivery platform, have announced the launch of card payments and local driver payouts in South Africa, covering local card collection, real-time payment splitting, and domestic disbursements through a single integration. For ride-hailing companies, going cashless in emerging […] The post dLocal and inDrive launch cashless payments for rides in South Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

  MTN Group announced the appointment of Andrew Savage as Executive: Global Sourcing and Supply Chain (GSSC), effective 1 May 2026. Over the years, Andrew has led several strategic initiatives across MTN’s markets, including the digitalisation of procurement processes, operating model transformation and the advancement of sustainable value creation across the Group’s procurement ecosystem. Andrew […]

Secha Capital, the Johannesburg-based growth equity firm, has reached a second close on its $40 million Fund II, with E Squared Investments — the impact investment vehicle founded by Allan Gray — joining as a new backer. Existing investors include RMB Ventures, the SA SME Fund and 27four Investment Managers. Secha is targeting a final […] The post South Africa’s Secha Capital Reaches Second Close on $40M Growth Fund appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Shiprazor, a Cape Town-based e-commerce logistics startup, has raised $2.65 million in seed funding to expand its fulfilment platform and tackle one of African e-commerce’s most persistent problems: fragmented and costly delivery infrastructure. The round was led by pan-African VC firm Norrsken22, with participation from AAIC, E4E, Tremis Capital and angel investors including senior Google […] The post South Africa’s Shiprazor Raises $2.65M to Fix E-Commerce Logistics Fragmentation appeared first on Tech In Africa.

SIA Startup Foundry 3.0 has launched its latest cohort, bringing together 56 early-stage startups from Nigeria, Ghana and Ethiopia for a one-month intensive bootcamp focused on business model refinement, product development and market validation. The program, which kicked off on April 7, will narrow participants down to 10 finalists for a physical demo day, with […] The post 56 Startups From Nigeria, Ghana and Ethiopia Join SIA Startup Foundry 3.0 appeared first on Tech In Africa.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya Key Points Main Story MTN Nigeria Plc has crossed a historic milestone on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), with its market capitalisation surpassing ₦19 trillion, driven by strong investor demand following a robust earnings performance. The telecom giant’s share price surged to an all-time high of ₦915, representing an 11.6% gain within four […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Canada is implementing a federal framework for payment service providers under the Retail Payment Activities Act, overseen by the Bank of Canada. Under this framework, registered providers are subject to requirements for operational risk management, safeguarding end-user funds, and incident reporting. The cross-border payment platform, Grey has now been registered under the RPAA as part of […] The post Grey Registers as Payment Service Provider Under Canada’s Retail Payment Activities Act (RPAA) Framework appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Transport and Energy Ministers from across Africa today endorsed the Pan-African Action Plan for Active Mobility (PAAPAM) and a Continental Framework on Electric Mobility at the 5th Ordinary Session of the African Union’s Specialized Technical Committee on Transport and Energy (STC-T&E). The two frameworks aim to tackle the continent’s rising transport-related road deaths, air pollution […] The post African Transport and Energy Ministers endorse two continental policy frameworks to transform mobility across Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Key points Main story The National Data Protection Commission has recorded more than 1,500 cyberattack attempts within a short period, exposing significant vulnerabilities in Nigeria’s data protection framework. The National Commissioner, Vincent Olatunji, disclosed this during a data protection training programme in Lagos, noting that the commission was forced to temporarily shut down its network […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

 Key points Main story A new study has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) is making online abuse against women journalists easier, more sophisticated, and more damaging, with cases doubling globally since 2020. The report, published by UN Women ahead of World Press Freedom Day, highlights the growing threat of digital violence against women in public-facing […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Nigeria is getting dangerously hot, and a growing cohort of founders is building the infrastructure to help the country survive it. More than 60 per cent of Nigeria’s population is regularly exposed to dangerous heatwaves, with cities including Lagos, Kano, and Abuja now recording heat indices above 50 degrees Celsius during peak months. A 2025 […] The post Nigeria’s Heat Crisis Is Producing a New Generation of Climate Adaptation Startups appeared first on Tech In Africa.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya Key Points Main Story MTN Nigeria has reported a strong financial performance for the first quarter of 2026, posting a profit after tax of N355.5 billion, representing a 165.9 per cent increase year-on-year, despite growing concerns over rising energy costs. In its unaudited financial results released Wednesday, the telecommunications giant warned that […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Key points Main story The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to leveraging technological innovation and proactive risk management to strengthen Nigeria’s economy and enhance long-term resilience. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, stated this on Wednesday in Abuja at the opening of the 2026 National Risk Management Conference and […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Key points Main story Telecommunications operators in Nigeria are calling for a new national broadband policy framework following the expiration of the National Broadband Plan (NNBP) 2020–2025, which failed to meet several of its core targets. The plan, which ended in December 2025, was designed to deepen broadband penetration and accelerate Nigeria’s digital economy. However, […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

 Key points Main story Nigeria has been urged to broaden its renewable energy strategy beyond solar power in order to effectively support the rapid growth of its digital economy. The call was made by Ms Darshana Deka, Conference Producer for IoT West Africa, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya, April 29, 2026 Key Points Main Story Nigeria’s data protection regulator has raised fresh concerns over the rising scale of cyber threats, warning that the rapid expansion of the digital economy is being matched by increasingly sophisticated cybercrime activities. The National Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ: PLTR) arrives at its May 4 first-quarter 2026 earnings report carrying an unusual mix of characteristics: a business posting the strongest metrics in its history, a stock sitting 31% below its all-time high, and a pair of top-rated analysts who have just reiterated Buy ratings with price targets that imply more than […] The post Palantir (NASDAQ: PLTR) Heads Into May 4 Earnings With Wedbush and Baird Bullish appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Nigeria’s technology story has always been written from Lagos. A Demo Day in Ilorin is making the case that the next chapter belongs somewhere else. IHS Nigeria has partnered with the Ilorin Innovation Hub to host the maiden edition of its Demo Day, themed “The Convergence,” spotlighting 19 emerging startups that have participated in the […] The post Kwara Emerges as Nigeria’s New Tech Frontier as IHS and the Ilorin Innovation Hub Showcase 19 Startups to Global Investors appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Canada is deepening its commercial engagement with Africa, and a high-level financing forum taking place in Cape Town next month is designed to turn that political intent into actual deal flow. The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business will convene investors, financiers, policymakers, and industry leaders in Cape Town on May 14, 2026, for the Canada-Africa Financing […] The post Canada-Africa Financing Forum to Bring Investors and Decision-Makers to Cape Town on May 14 appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Three years ago, when most investors were still sceptical about electric mobility in Africa’s frontier markets, a Japanese entrepreneur quietly set up shop in Addis Ababa and started assembling electric motorbikes. That early conviction is now drawing serious institutional backing. Dodai has raised $13 million in a Series A round split between $8 million in […] The post Dodai Closes $13 Million Series A to Build Ethiopia’s Electric Motorbike and Battery-Swapping Network appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Latitude59 CEO Liisi Org said the competition’s international reach has expanded significantly over the years. “This year, strong teams from five continents and 53 countries competed for the investment. The jury will not have an easy task, but our investors are highly motivated to carefully assess all candidates. The most promising startups will get the […] The post Kenyan Startups Lead African Interest in Latitude59’s €400,000 Pitch Competition appeared first on Tech In Africa.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya Key Points Main Story The Data Knowledge and Information Privacy Protection Initiative (DKIPPI) has warned that widespread ignorance of data privacy practices is exposing Nigeria to significant national security and economic risks. Speaking in Lagos, DKIPPI President, Tokunbo Smith, said the growing frequency of ransomware attacks highlights systemic vulnerabilities across both public […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

 Key points Main story The Federal Government has unveiled a new digital platform for the Federal Character Commission (FCC) as part of efforts to strengthen transparency, accountability, and inclusive governance. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, who performed the unveiling in Abuja on Tuesday, described the initiative as a strategic milestone […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Key points Main story Lagos became the epicenter of Africa’s digital evolution on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, as OPay took center stage as the headline sponsor of the inaugural BusinessDay Fintech Summit. Held at the Oriental Hotel, the event—themed “The Next Financial Frontier: Intelligence, Infrastructure & Inclusion”, served as a high-level forum for the continent’s […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Three organisations have signed a formal agreement to build what they describe as Egypt’s first artificial intelligence campus, pairing physical innovation infrastructure with a structured programme to grow the next wave of AI-native companies. Orange Egypt has signed a memorandum of understanding with smart urban developer Paragon Adeer and global innovation platform Plug and Play […] The post Orange Egypt and Partners Open the Country’s First AI Campus, with a Target of 100 Startups by 2030 appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Egypt has unveiled one of the most ambitious urban development projects in its history, a sprawling mixed-use district east of Cairo built around artificial intelligence and designed to function as both a business hub and a showcase for what the country’s next economic chapter could look like. The project, called The Spine, was unveiled by […] The post Egypt Launches $27 Billion AI-Powered Cognitive City in New Cairo appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Japanese technology giant NEC has taken a formal step into Africa’s startup ecosystem, launching a structured program designed to bridge the gap between Japanese corporate innovation capacity and the field-driven problem-solving emerging from African founders. NEC Corporation has launched the Africa Corporate Innovation Program, an initiative to strengthen collaboration with African startups tackling social challenges […] The post NEC Launches Africa Corporate Innovation Program to Connect Japanese Technology with African Startups appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Key points Main story A technology strategist and cybersecurity consultant, Olorunfemi Agoye, has called for the adoption of a unified cybersecurity framework to protect Nigeria’s critical infrastructure amid rising cyber threats. Speaking in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Agoye warned that recent cyber incidents affecting institutions such as the Corporate Affairs […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Chelsea’s revolving door at the managerial position kept spinning on Wednesday when Liam Rosenior became the fifth permanent head coach sacked by the Boehly and Clearlake ownership since they took over at Stamford Bridge in 2022. Rosenior’s dismissal followed a five-game Premier League losing streak in which Chelsea failed to score a single goal, a […] The post Chelsea Hunting New Manager for Third Time This Season as Fabregas and Iraola Top Shortlist appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Ever since I published a post on how to turn gift cards into instant cash, one of the most frequently asked questions has been: “How to withdraw the ₦3,000 from carding app in Nigeria”. That’s exactly what I’ll be explaining in this blog post. If you just signed up on the Carding App using an […]

If you’re looking for a reliable way to convert your gift cards into real cash, then the Carding App might be exactly what you need. In this post, I’ll share a working invitation code for Carding App and explain how you can benefit from using it. Carding App Invitation Code If you’re signing up for […]

  When Philip Olajide-Philips couldn’t afford studio time, he built a studio. Not a physical one, but an AI-powered platform that understands what it means for music to actually sound African. His startup, Korin AI, where “korin” means “to sing” in Yoruba, is an AI music platform that allows users to generate songs in African […] The post This Nigerian Startup Is Teaching AI to Sing — in African Languages and Accents appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Aubrey Niederhoffer should be halfway through his sophomore year at UC Berkeley right now. Instead, he is in Lagos, running a 28-person startup, freshly named to the Thiel Fellowship, and sitting on $7.3 million in seed funding. Niederhoffer’s startup, Swoop, has officially launched its food delivery operations in Yaba — a densely populated neighbourhood on […] The post A 19-Year-Old Drops Out of Berkeley, Moves to Lagos, and Raises $7.3 Million to Build Africa’s Super App appeared first on Tech In Africa.