South African agri-tech startup Khula has successfully secured ZAR126 million (approximately US$6.8 million) in the initial phase of its Series A funding round. This investment is set to enhance Khula’s digital platform, which aims to transform the agricultural supply chain by directly linking farmers with buyers. Founded in 2018, Khula provides a robust digital ecosystem […] The post Khula Secures ZAR126 Million in Series A Funding to Revolutionize South African Agricultural Supply Chain appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Looking at February 2025’s figures, one could focus on the negatives. The number of $100k+ deals announced (38) fell below the average of the past twelve months and was lower than any February since 2021. Similarly, the total amount raised in February ($119m) lagged behind the twelve-month average and was the lowest for any February […] The post Strong Start to 2025: February Deals Show Resilience in Fintech and Logistics Sectors appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Climate fintech MPower Ventures AG has secured $2.7 million in a funding round supported by the Foundation for Clean Energy and Energy Inclusion for Africa (CEI Africa) alongside crowdfunding platforms Klimja and Republic. The funding, structured as a combination of equity and subordinated debt, is aimed at accelerating MPower’s expansion across West and Southern Africa, […] The post MPower Ventures Secures $2.7 Million Funding to Expand Solar Solutions Across Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Apple Considered Removing Ports from iPhone 17 Air Apple planned to make the iPhone 17 Air its first completely port-free smartphone. However, the company decided to… TechCity

Gemini AI Removes Watermarks in Image Editing Feature Users have discovered that Gemini AI removes watermarks from images, including copyrighted stock photos. This has raised ethical… TechCity

Google Replaces Assistant with Gemini in 2025 AI Upgrade Google has announced that Gemini AI replaces Assistant in a major shift toward AI-powered digital assistance. The transition… TechCity

MTN Nigeria Plc, one of the leading telecommunications companies in the country, has seen a sharp decline in its market value on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), losing over 7% in the past seven trading sessions due to weakening investor sentiment. Market analysts had anticipated a stable performance from MTN Nigeria as the company’s first-quarter earnings […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

AI Summaries and New Tools Coming to Notepad Microsoft is turning the simple Notepad app into something smarter. In a new update rolling out to Windows… TechCity

Tesla Puts Cybertruck Deliveries on Hold Due to Loose Trim Issues Tesla is once again facing trouble with the Cybertruck and this time, it’s not because of controversial paint… TechCity

Meta to Roll Out Community Notes on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads The fight against misinformation on social media has always been tricky and Meta (formerly Facebook Inc.) has had… TechCity

Google Gemini Robotics: Advancing AI in Robotics Google has introduced Google Gemini Robotics, two new artificial intelligence (AI) models, to enhance robot capabilities. Built on… TechCity

Telecom giant MTN Nigeria (MTNN) maintained its market value on Wednesday despite recording a massive cross trade deal that bypassed the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). The stock closed at N245, with 10.96 million shares worth over N2.687 billion exchanged on the local bourse. Following a 4% drop the previous day, MTNN’s market capitalization settled at N5.153 […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

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Uganda has approved a historic proposal for a single SIM card policy, which aims to streamline communication across all mobile networks in the country. The initiative, designed to ease the burden of multiple SIM cards on mobile phone users, was unanimously approved during a plenary session chaired by Deputy Parliamentary Speaker Thomas Tayebwa. According to […] The post Uganda Approves Historic Single SIM Card Policy to Streamline Communication and Reduce Costs appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Paratus Group announces the launch of Paratus Tanzania through a joint venture with Green Telecom, expanding connectivity in East Africa and focusing on key growth sectors. The Pan-African telecommunications and network services provider revealed the news, just four months after opening Paratus Kenya, further strengthening its presence in East Africa and advancing its ambitious expansion […] The post Paratus Group Launches Paratus Tanzania in Joint Venture with Green Telecom to Boost East African Connectivity appeared first on Tech In Africa.

YORA Technologies, a Moroccan super app, has successfully raised $1.9 million in a pre-Series A funding round, with local investment firms Witamax and Azur Innovation Fund leading the investment. This new funding brings ORA Technologies’ total capital raised since its launch in 2023 to $4.4 million. Founded by Omar Alami, ORA Technologies offers an all-encompassing […] The post Moroccan Super App YORA Technologies Raises $1.9M to Expand Digital Services and Financial Inclusion appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Widebot, an Egyptian AI startup, has raised $3 million in a pre-Series A funding round to further develop its Arabic large language model (LLM). Initially founded in Cairo, the company has now moved its operations to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Widebot is focused on building “AQL Mind,” a generative AI model designed specifically for the Arabic […] The post Egyptian AI Startup Widebot Raises $3M to Develop Arabic-Specific AI Model appeared first on Tech In Africa.

In significant development in Nigeria’s financial technology sector, leading fintech companies Carbon and PalmPay have commenced the issuance of Verve cards to their customers.  This move follows the Central Bank of Nigeria’s authorization of these fintech giants to issue payment cards, underscoring the apex bank’s commitment to empowering financial technology companies and advancing financial inclusion […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Leading financial services provider, Moniepoint, has announced the expansion of its annual Women in Tech initiative, aimed at promoting gender equality and enhancing female participation in the technology sector. In this year’s edition, tagged Dream 15, Moniepoint has increased the number of participants from 10 to 15, offering successful candidates a six-month internship across various […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

TikTok Teen Safety Features Announced TikTok teen safety features have been announced to help protect young users. The platform is introducing new tools… TechCity

How to Set Up Parental Controls on YouTube and Netflix With increasing access to smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs, children in Nigeria are spending more time online than… TechCity

MTN Nigeria Communications Plc and Airtel Africa have repaid a combined $1.2 billion in foreign currency debt in 2024 as part of efforts to mitigate the impact of foreign exchange (FX) volatility and strengthen their financial positions. The repayment comes amid the lingering effects of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)’s unification of the foreign […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) has urged member nations, including Nigeria, to strengthen industry infrastructure to unlock an estimated $11 trillion in economic value by 2030. Speaking at the 2025 Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Spain, GSMA’s Director-General, Mats Granryd, underscored the strategic importance of advancing 5G, integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI), […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Hello Readers, Bizwatchnigeria brings you the latest business news highlights in Nigeria for the week of March 2nd – 8th, 2025. NLC Threatens Nationwide Protest Over Telecom And Electricity Tariff Hikes The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has warned that it will take strong action if the Federal Government implements a new charge on telecommunications services, going against an […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The global telecommunications sector is set to generate $1.3 trillion in revenue by 2028, despite slowing growth and pricing challenges, according to a recent industry report. The report states that total service revenue from fixed and mobile networks rises by 4.3% in 2023, reaching $1.14 trillion. However, the growth rate is slowing, with industry revenues […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has taken legal action against MultiChoice Nigeria Ltd. and its CEO, John Ugbe, for violating regulatory directives regarding subscription price adjustments for DStv and GOtv services. According to a statement released by the FCCPC’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Mr. Ondaje Ijagwu, the legal proceedings stem from MultiChoice’s […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

DstV Padi package is the cheapest dstv package in Nigeria and one of the new dstv packages in Nigeria which were launched recently by Multichoice. With DStv Padi you get the very best in local TV series, movies, telenovelas and a great selection of news, music and kids channels DStv Padi introduces an exciting viewing […]

Once upon a time, society thought a woman’s place was in the kitchen. Now, women own the kitchen, the restaurant, the bank funding it, and the media house writing about it! From entertainment and business to tech and politics, women are not just breaking the glass ceiling—they are replacing it with a transparent elevator, so […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

If you’re a Glo subscriber, you may occasionally find yourself in a situation where you need to check your Glo phone number. Maybe you just bought a new SIM card and haven’t memorized the number yet or perhaps you’ve been using another line and forgot your Glo number. Whatever the case, there are multiple ways […]

Its been a while now that have been subscribing to different categories of blogs online and all have read has encouraged me to put up this blog for a start to see what i too can contribute to the blogging world especially targeting information that will be so much useful to fellow Nigerians.   I […]

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In today’s digital world, staying connected to the internet is essential. Whether you’re a student, a remote worker, or just someone who loves streaming, a reliable internet connection is a must-have. Glo, one of Nigeria’s leading telecom providers, offers the Glo LTE MiFi, a portable and high-speed internet device designed to keep you connected wherever […]

Innov8tiv Innov8tiv - Blacks In Technology in USA, UK, Caribbean Islands & Africa Photo Source: Adobe Stock As tax season approaches, it’s more important than ever for business owners to… The post 9 Cybersecurity Strategies for a Safe Business Tax Season first appeared on Innov8tiv. 9 Cybersecurity Strategies for a Safe Business Tax Season Innov8tiv.com

Innov8tiv Innov8tiv - Blacks In Technology in USA, UK, Caribbean Islands & Africa Photo by Alexey Demidov on Unsplash A few years ago, someone I knew suffered a serious slip-and-fall… The post How Technology is Shaping Personal Injury Claims and Recovery first appeared on Innov8tiv. How Technology is Shaping Personal Injury Claims and Recovery Innov8tiv.com

Domain name registration in Nigeria is an essential part of establishing an online presence, whether for a business, personal brand or organization. In Nigeria, the process of registering a domain name has become more streamlined, making it easier for individuals and businesses to secure their preferred web addresses. This unique address serves as your online […]

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has warned that it will take strong action if the Federal Government implements a new charge on telecommunications services, going against an earlier agreement with labor representatives. This decision was announced during a meeting of the NLC’s National Executive Council (NEC) in Yola, Adamawa State. The meeting also focused on […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.