South Africa's CASP licensing by the FSCA sets compliance rules, approval stats, application steps, enforcement and boosts institutional confidence in crypto. The post South Africa Leads Crypto Regulation with New CASP Licenses appeared first on Tech In Africa.

OpenAI is offering to pay more than half a million dollars a year to recruit a senior executive tasked with confronting the darker side of artificial intelligence, a move that indicates how seriously the company now views the risks emerging alongside rapid advances in its models. The company is hiring a new “head of preparedness,” […] The post OpenAI Offers $555,000 Role to Tackle AI’s Growing Risks as Safety Concerns Resurface appeared first on Tekedia.

China’s finance ministry said on Sunday that fiscal policy will become more proactive in 2026, reinforcing Beijing’s commitment to boosting domestic demand, accelerating technological innovation, and strengthening the country’s social safety net as it confronts slowing momentum at home and rising pressure from trading partners. The policy signal followed a two-day meeting where fiscal authorities […] The post China to Make More Proactive Fiscal Push in 2026 as Pressure Mounts to Rebalance Growth Model appeared first on Tekedia.

Britain has signed a £52 million ($70 million) joint procurement agreement with Germany to acquire a new generation of mobile artillery systems, underscoring a growing push among European allies to strengthen land warfare capabilities amid heightened security concerns. The move comes against the backdrop of a far-reaching rearmament drive across Europe, triggered by Russia’s invasion […] The post Britain and Germany Seal £52m Deal for Mobile Artillery As Europe Accelerates Defense Build-up appeared first on Tekedia.

Brazil’s top labor court has intervened to limit the operational impact of a prolonged strike at state-controlled oil giant Petrobras, ordering the company to maintain staffing levels at 80% across all facilities while negotiations with workers continue, in a ruling that underlines growing tensions between management and unions over pay, pensions, and transparency. In a […] The post Brazil Court Steps in To Contain Petrobras Strike as Unions Split Over Pay, Pensions, and Staffing Rules appeared first on Tekedia.

Amazon has decided to suspend its plans to launch commercial drone deliveries in Italy, marking a significant setback for the company’s ambitious Prime Air initiative in Europe. The U.S. e-commerce giant announced on Sunday that it would no longer pursue commercial drone deliveries in Italy after conducting a strategic review. While Amazon said it had […] The post Amazon Halts Drone Delivery Plans in Italy Amid Regulatory and Business Challenges appeared first on Tekedia.

South African businesses are facing growing risk of cyber-insurance claim rejections due to misrepresented security controls, poor governance practices and outdated approaches to cybersecurity assurance. This mirrors a disturbing global trend. The Cyber Insurance and Cyber Defences 2024 report, compiled by international cybersecurity company Sophos, found that 47% of organisations with cyber-insurance had at least […]

Thank you, Dr. Reuben Abati, for mentioning this Ovim village boy and for referencing my Harvard Business Review work on the Umunneoma Economics of the Igbo Apprenticeship System, in your show. Let me also use this moment to explain this economic framework more clearly, so that as people study Adam Smith’s classical economics, Confucian economic […] The post The Umunneoma Economics appeared first on Tekedia.

Nigeria is poised to move from a period of macroeconomic stabilization to a phase of stronger economic growth in 2026, according to a new outlook by the Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE), which projects GDP growth of between 4.0 and 4.5 percent next year. The projection is contained in CPPE’s latest report, […] The post CPPE Sees Nigeria Entering Growth Phase in 2026, With 4.5% GDP Growth Following Stabilization Gains appeared first on Tekedia.

Nigeria’s capital market recorded more than N753 billion in commercial paper (CP) issuances between April and October 2025, underlining the growing importance of short-term debt instruments in corporate financing. This also signals renewed investor confidence in the country’s regulatory and macroeconomic direction. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which disclosed the figures, said the strong […] The post Nigeria’s Commercial Paper Market Surges Past N753bn As Reforms, Investor Appetite Reshape Capital Flows appeared first on Tekedia.

The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace, Allen Onyema, has warned that domestic economy airfares in Nigeria could surge beyond N1 million from 2026, as airlines brace for the implementation of new tax reform laws that he says threaten the survival of the local aviation industry. Speaking on The Morning Show on Arise […] The post Air Peace CEO Warns Nigeria’s New Tax Regime Could Push Domestic Airfares Above N1 Million appeared first on Tekedia.

As the march to 2026 continues, I want to focus on PROCESS, the most important non-graded course in the university of life. It does not appear on any transcript, yet it determines the soul and purpose of education. Because education, at its core, is the liberation of the mind. And minds are liberated not just […] The post The Lessons from the Billionaires, Make an A+ in Your Process in 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin could be entering a new phase of sustained growth rather than explosive, short-term rallies, according to Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan. He says increasing institutional adoption and a maturing market structure may support steady returns for Bitcoin over the next decade, even as volatility gradually declines. Speaking on CNBC on Friday, the crypto […] The post Bitcoin Set For A Decade-Long Climb – Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan appeared first on Tekedia.

As we close 2025 and look ahead to the promises of 2026, here is a playbook to win. In our places of work, there is a truth we must first understand: the Human Resources department is not primarily established to help you; it is established to help the company and advance its mission. That is […] The post Improve This To Win The Year 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.

RLUSD, a NYDFS-regulated USD-backed stablecoin, enables near-instant, low-cost cross-border payments, treasury management, and remittance savings across Africa. The post Stablecoin Adoption: Ripple USD (RLUSD) Gains Traction in Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Investors with small budgets are still seeking cryptocurrencies that can potentially generate significant returns, particularly those that can multiply $100 into as much as $10,000 during the next major market cycle. Established altcoins like Cardano (ADA) and Solana (SOL) still hold the top spots in the blockchain sector, but a new player, Little Pepe ($LILPEPE), […] The post Best Crypto to Buy and Turn $100 into $10,000: Little Pepe (LILPEPE), Cardano (ADA), and Solana (SOL) Price Prediction Compared appeared first on Tekedia.

A hybrid kiosk-plus-digital banking model proved profitable and scalable, turning a challenger bank into a $1.5B unicorn and an international growth engine. The post TymeBank Reaches Profitability and Unicorn Valuation in 2025 appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Germany’s Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder (CDU) has cautioned that the planned reduction in Germany’s air travel tax (Luftverkehrssteuer), set to take effect on July 1, 2026, will not automatically lead to cheaper flight tickets. The primary goal of the tax cut is to boost the competitiveness of Germany as an aviation hub. German airports are […] The post Germany’s Reduction in Air Travel Tax Will not Automatically lead to Cheaper Flights Tickets appeared first on Tekedia.

The Uniswap governance vote to activate the long-awaited “fee switch” has passed overwhelmingly. The UNIfication proposal, jointly submitted by Uniswap Labs and the Uniswap Foundation, concluded voting on December 25, 2025 (Christmas Day), with near-unanimous approval. Approximately 125 million UNI tokens voted in favor and only 742 against, 99.9% support. A portion of trading fees […] The post Uniswap Long-awaited Fee Switch Has Passed Overwhelmingly appeared first on Tekedia.

The animated biblical musical David from Angel Studios opened to an estimated $22 million domestically over its debut weekend of December 19–21, 2025, outperforming The SpongeBob Movie: which opened to about $16 million in the same frame. This made David the top-grossing family-oriented animated movie of that weekend, beating SpongeBob by exactly $6 million as […] The post Biblical Film David Topping Shows Independent Creators Could Strive Amid Heavy Funded Films appeared first on Tekedia.

Deutsche Bank has forecasted the S&P 500 to reach 8,000 by the end of 2026 next year from the current date of December 27, 2025. This projection, released in late November 2025, is the most bullish among major Wall Street firms at the time. It implies mid-teens percentage gains around 15-20%, depending on the exact […] The post Deutsche Bank Forecasts S&P 500 to Reach 8,000 By EOY 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.

Sun King, an off-grid solar energy company, has expanded its offering in Nigeria with the launch of pay-as-you-go (PayGo) smartphones—enabling customers to own quality smartphones while paying in small, manageable installments. Sun King’s flexible installment plan lets customers own top smartphones from global brands like Samsung, Infinix, and Tecno, paying at a pace that fits […]

As South Africa enters its most dangerous travel period, new data suggests a shift in how people are avoiding drunk driving. A Bolt-commissioned Safety Index survey shows that 36% of South Africans now rely on ride-hailing as a safer alternative to driving after drinking. Since 1 December, traffic authorities have arrested 1,478 motorists for drunk […]

Moniepoint raised $250M in Series C to become a profitable unicorn, serving 10M users and processing $250B annually while expanding across Africa and Europe. The post Moniepoint Hits Unicorn Status with Massive $250M Series C appeared first on Tech In Africa.

How NIN Registration Barriers Undermine Rural Healthcare in Niger State “Madam, we can’t help you. You are not on our list,” a nurse at Kontagora Central Primary Healthcare Centre… TechCity

Equity financing's 2025 surge is reshaping Africa's startup scene—driving larger rounds, DFIs and local banks into fintech, cleantech and infrastructure growth. The post Why Equity Financing Is Driving Africa’s 2025 Startup Rebound appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The internet often describes the world as a ‘global village.’ But in practice, the seams show quickly. Borders still determine access. Job applications still filter by geography. Visas still decide who moves forward and who waits. For Africans, these gaps appear most visibly at border crossings, embassy interviews, hiring pipelines, and in the everyday decisions about where it is possible to build a life away from home.

Quickteller InsomniaQ, the bold new music and culture experience by Africa’s leading digital payments platform Quickteller, powered by the Interswitch Group, successfully redefined the Lagos entertainment scene with its maiden 12-hour music and lifestyle marathon at the Lagos Continental Hotel, Lagos. From dusk on December 21 into the early hours of December 22, the experience […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Streetwear has always been about attitude, creativity, and self-expression,while AI outfit generators are changing how people plan, shop for, and experiment with their looks.  In this guide, we review the best AI outfit generators which focusing on to explore streetwear aesthetics while staying sustainable and intentional. What Is an AI Outfit Generator for Streetwear aesthetics […]

Pokémon GO spoofing remains a controversial but widely discussed topic among players. Reddit, especially subreddits like r/PokemonGoSpoofing and r/PoGoAndroid, has become one of the most valuable sources of real user feedback on spoofing tools, ban risks, and long-term account safety. This article summarizes Pokemon Go Spoofing Reddit user experiences, compares the 10 most discussed Pokémon […]

In the age of Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, personal style is no longer just about clothing,it is a core part of your online identity. With an AI clothing swap tool,  creators can change clothes in photos within seconds,trying new outfits no longer requires a fitting room. In this guide, we review the best AI clothes […]

Africa’s Big Four drove $3.5B+ in 2025 startup funding as cleantech overtook fintech and debt financing surged, signaling a shift to infrastructure-led investment. The post Nigeria & Kenya Lead as Africa’s Big 4 Dominate 2025 Funding appeared first on Tech In Africa.

When Nigeria’s currency began stabilising this year after months of volatility, many observers were cautious about calling it a turning point. But for Itana, a privately-run digital special economic zone designed to attract tech startups, services companies, and foreign investors, the shift became a timely catalyst for investor commitment.

Spiro electric boda bodas spark debate in Kenya over ownership, control and power, after claims bikes can be disabled, raising fears about livelihoods and dependency.

Africa’s tech scene saw fundraising jump 33% to $3 billion in 2025 as deals and acquisitions returned. Yet many transactions stalled quietly and never closed.

Startups On Our Radar spotlights African startups solving African challenges with innovation. This week, we explore five African startups in the agritech, fintech, HRTech, cleantech, and artificial intelligence sectors and why they should be on your watchlist.