Key points Main story TikTok, in partnership with the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), has launched the Digital Commerce Labs, a global initiative designed to empower small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria through digital innovation. The programme, unveiled in a joint statement by Tokunbo Ibrahim and John Denton, aims to equip entrepreneurs with the […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

France’s development finance institution has placed a significant bet on the next generation of established, profitable African businesses, committing $17.25 million to a growth equity fund at its final close. Proparco has committed $17.25 million to the Alterra Africa Accelerator Fund LP, a pan-African growth equity fund managed by Alterra Capital Partners. The AAA Fund […] The post Proparco Backs Alterra Africa Accelerator Fund with $17.25 Million at Final Close appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Google has announced the 15 startups joining the tenth cohort of its Google for Startups Accelerator Africa — a milestone edition of a programme that has quietly become one of the most competitive pathways for African founders to access technical support, mentorship, and global networks. The cohort was chosen from nearly 2,600 applications, representing an […] The post Google Selects 15 African Startups for Its 10th AI Accelerator Cohort appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Two AI companies — one rooted in Ethiopia, the other in South Africa — have joined forces to build what they describe as a seamless pathway from business idea to working product, targeting the millions of African entrepreneurs who have a vision but lack either the technical skills or the strategic scaffolding to bring it […] The post Gebeya and VukaOS Forge Alliance to Close the Gap Between Startup Idea and Execution appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The African Development Bank has stepped in to close a critical financial gap in Uganda’s flagship rural electrification programme, approving additional funding to ensure that all communities affected by the project receive the compensation they are owed. The African Development Bank Group has approved €7.33 million in additional financing to support the completion of compensation […] The post AfDB Approves €7.33 Million to Complete Compensation Payments for Ugandans Affected by Rural Electrification Project appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Key points Main story Nigeria has officially entered a new phase of consumer protection in the telecommunications sector, as the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) commenced the implementation of a subscriber compensation framework that mandates airtime refunds for service failures. The Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Aminu Maida, announced the development during a media interaction […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

New tool from EV24.africa helps drivers in all 54 African countries compare electric vehicle savings using localized fuel and electricity data EV24.africa has launched SaveFuel.Africa, the first calculator designed specifically for African drivers to compare the cost of electric vehicles with petrol and diesel cars using country-specific data across all 54 African countries.The free online […] The post SaveFuel.Africa Launches as First Pan-African EV vs Fuel Cost Calculator appeared first on Tech In Africa.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu once declared: “Let the poor breathe.” As regulators bicker over jurisdiction and telecom giants suspend a service that millions of low-income Nigerian consumers use as emergency credit and as the desperate begin discarding their own phone lines to escape airtime debts they cannot repay, that promise is ringing hollow. EDITORIAL Key […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Ever wished you could build a sleek, professional website just by chatting with AI? Forget about wrestling with complex code, confusing dashboards or expensive monthly fees. The future of web design is here and it is as easy as sending a text message. I am hosting an exclusive website design training in my WhatsApp group […]

Would you like to add bluetooth printer to Android phone? In this blog post, I’ll show you a simple mobile app you can use to get it done quickly and easily. If you are running a mobile business, managing a pop-up shop, or just need to use a portable thermal printer on the go, finding […]

Nigeria’s BFree has secured fresh capital to expand its unconventional approach to one of Africa’s most persistent financial problems: the mountain of non-performing loans sitting on bank balance sheets with nowhere to go. The Lagos-headquartered ethical debt recovery startup has secured a $3 million debt investment from the Verdant Capital Hybrid Fund, the Johannesburg-based private […] The post BFree Secures New Funding to Buy Up Africa’s Bad Loans appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Algeria has taken a structural step toward turning its deep reserve of technical talent into an industrial asset, inaugurating the country’s first startup cluster specifically dedicated to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. The cluster was launched at the Scientific and Technological Pole “Chahid Abdelhafid-Ihaddaden” in Sidi Abdellah, under the joint supervision of Higher Education and Scientific […] The post Algeria Launches Its First Startup Cluster Dedicated to AI and Cybersecurity appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Africa’s most-funded defence technology startup is building its biggest factory yet — and it’s not in Nigeria. Terra Industries has announced the construction of a 34,000-square-foot drone manufacturing facility in Accra, Ghana, named Pax-2, which will serve as the company’s primary regional manufacturing base for drone and counter-drone systems. Construction is in its final phase, […] The post Nigeria’s Terra Industries Takes Its Drone Manufacturing Ambitions to Ghana appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Keypoints Main Story The Central Bank of Nigeria has moved to close critical loopholes in the digital banking space. Speaking in Ibadan, financial analyst Tunji Adepeju explained that the latest guidelines are a direct response to the sophisticated methods used by fraudsters, particularly SIM swapping and unauthorized device mirroring. By enforcing a one-to-one relationship between […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Nigeria’s digital economy is expanding at an unprecedented pace, powered by rapid mobile penetration, fintech innovation, and increasing reliance on electronic payments. Yet, beneath this growth lies a persistent vulnerability—SIM-related fraud. From SIM swap attacks to identity theft linked to recycled phone numbers, fraudsters have increasingly exploited gaps between the financial and telecommunications systems. Now, […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | April 20, 2026 Key Points Main Story The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced the successful completion of its scheduled system maintenance, restoring full access to its digital registration and compliance services nationwide. In a public notice issued on April 20, 2026, the Commission confirmed that all online services — including […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

European venture capital firm Speedinvest has formalised its long-running commitment to the Middle East and Africa with the launch of its first flagship fund dedicated to the region, drawing in three of the world’s most significant institutional investors. The fund is backed by Mubadala Investment Company, the Qatar Investment Authority, and EIB Global, the development […] The post Speedinvest Launches Dedicated MEA Fund Backed by Mubadala, QIA, and EIB Global appeared first on Tech In Africa.

A startup founded by two operators with deep roots in East Africa’s fintech ecosystem has closed a seed round that backs its bet on an emerging question every organisation is now wrestling with: how do you actually run a workforce that mixes people and AI agents? Lua has raised $5.8 million in a seed round […] The post Lua Raises $5.8 Million to Build the Operating System for Human and AI Agent Teams appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Africar Group has launched Koto.sn, Senegal’s first and only dedicated platform for comparing new car prices. The platform is the first of its kind in the country, offering a centralized pricing resource that did not previously exist in the Senegalese market. The platform lists 24 car brands and over 114 models at launch, including Suzuki, […] The post Koto.sn Launches as Senegal’s First New Car Price Comparison Platform appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Key points Main story A Nigerian subscriber has publicly criticised MTN Nigeria on social media platform X over what he described as unusually rapid data depletion, reigniting debate about billing transparency in the country’s telecommunications sector. In a complaint that has gained traction online, the customer alleged that his weekly data subscription was exhausted in […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Manchester United moved ten points clear of Chelsea in the race for top-five qualification after Matheus Cunha’s first-half finish secured a 1-0 win at Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening, delivering a result that leaves Liam Rosenior’s side staring at the very real prospect of missing European football entirely as their goalless run deepens into a […] The post Bruno Fernandes Sets Up Cunha Strike as Manchester United Damage Chelsea’s Champions League Hopes appeared first on Gooner Daily.

In this blog post, I’ll walk you through how to get Tax Clearance Certificate in Nigeria. I got mine last Friday and honestly, the sense of relief is very real! Because I know how confusing the process can seem from the outside, I decided to document exactly how I got it done for my new […]

A venture capital firm with roots in the MENA region has brought its most ambitious cross-border bet to life, landing five founders from Tunisia, Morocco, Jordan, and Egypt in the Bay Area for an eight-week residency designed to embed them into the heart of the global AI ecosystem. Propeller, the VC firm focused on AI […] The post Five MENA Deep-Tech Startups Touch Down in Silicon Valley for Propeller’s First-Ever Kernel Camp appeared first on Tech In Africa.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | April 17, 2026 Key Points Main Story The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has denied claims that it banned airtime borrowing and data advance services in Nigeria, describing the reports as false and misleading. In a statement issued Friday, the Commission clarified that it had not issued any directive […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | April 17, 2026 Key Points Main Story The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has opened an investigation into a reported data breach at the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), escalating concerns over the security of government-held data and digital infrastructure. The probe, initiated under Section 46(3) of the Nigeria Data Protection Act […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

 Key points Main story The Federal Ministry of Education has announced the full digitisation of the authentication and evaluation of academic credentials, marking a major shift towards transparency and efficiency in Nigeria’s education sector. In a statement issued on April 15, 2026, the ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade, said the initiative […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

 Key points Main story MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has temporarily suspended its airtime and data lending service, “Xtratime,” following the introduction of new regulations by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission. The telecom operator disclosed this in a filing to the Nigerian Exchange Limited on Thursday, stating that the move was necessary to comply […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | April 17, 2026 Key Points Main Story MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has temporarily suspended its airtime and data lending service, Xtratime, following the introduction of new regulatory requirements governing digital credit services. In a filing to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), the telecom operator said the move aligns with the Federal […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Morocco’s neighbourhood shops still run largely on handshakes and paper. A Casablanca-based startup is raising the money to change that. ZSystems has raised $1.65 million in seed funding to accelerate its mission of digitising the country’s fragmented retail supply chain. The round was led by Azur Innovation Management, with follow-on participation from existing investors MNF […] The post ZSystems Raises $1.65 Million to Bring Morocco’s $40 Billion Traditional Retail Sector Online appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Africa’s largest bank by assets has deepened its relationship with the continent’s most prominent fintech listing, leading a landmark refinancing deal that signals how far Optasia has travelled from startup to institutional-grade borrower. Optasia has closed a $330 million syndicated financing facility to refinance its existing debt and support future growth. The facility has a […] The post Standard Bank Anchors $330 Million Refinancing for Optasia as Africa’s Banks Line Up Behind the JSE-Listed AI Fintech appeared first on Tech In Africa.

A Cape Town startup is reinventing one of medicine’s oldest tools to tackle one of its most persistent killers, and has now secured the backing to take it to scale. AI Diagnostics has raised R85 million in a pre-Series A funding round to accelerate deployment of its AI-powered Ostium digital stethoscope, which enables early tuberculosis […] The post AI Diagnostics Raises R85 Million to Put a Smarter Stethoscope in the Hands of Frontline TB Fighters appeared first on Tech In Africa.

A lot of things now happen online without us even thinking twice about it. You pay for a subscription, renew a service, shop from a website, or settle a payment for work.  But the moment your card stops cooperating, you quickly realize how important a smooth payment option really is. That is where virtual card […] The post 6 Best Virtual Cards Platforms for Online Payments in Nigeria appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Hello, my fellow Netizens! Welcome back to the weekly gathering of people who are currently contemplating whether to buy data or buy food. It’s a tough decision, isn’t it? Like choosing between breathing and blinking. Whether or not you’re reading this with your last megabytes — we appreciate the sacrifice. Pull up a virtual chair, […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

In recent years, a new wave of financial platforms has emerged—prediction market apps. These platforms allow everyday users to make money trading on the outcome of real-world events, turning opinions and insights into potential profit. Instead of buying stocks or crypto, you’re essentially trading on whether something will happen or not, from elections and sports […]

A Nigerian startup born from a hackathon has closed a pre-seed round and launched publicly, aiming to replace the fragmented, unrewarding experience of crypto finance with something that works the way money should. NectarFi gives users a complete financial toolkit in a single application: they can hold and manage digital assets in a self-custodial wallet, […] The post NectarFi Closes $170K Pre-Seed to Build a Full-Stack On-Chain Financial Life for Crypto Users appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Endeavor South Africa has completed the final close of its third Harvest Fund, bringing together institutional capital and founder-led investment to back late-stage technology companies across the continent. Harvest Fund III closed at R230 million, structured as a rules-based co-investment vehicle that deploys capital alongside qualified lead investors, with the bulk targeted at Series B […] The post Endeavor South Africa Closes Harvest Fund III at R230 Million to Back the Next Wave of Scale-Ups appeared first on Tech In Africa.