The tech giant has rolled out three AI-powered tools: Video Reach Campaign (VRC), Video View Campaign (VVC), and Demand Gen.

Africa’s cultural and creative industries could contribute over $20 billion to GDP each year, yet only a fraction of that returns to creators due to weak business models and limited access to financing. 

Mogo Auto Ltd, a Kenyan buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) firm popular among gig workers, has been hit with a class action lawsuit over alleged predatory and unfair lending practices, in a case that could have far-reaching implications for the country’s fast-growing asset financing market.

3D animator, Uchenna Gilbert Okiya, is creating opportunities for marginalised Nigerians to learn 3D animation and graphics.

Lebara, a global Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO), has commenced a major recruitment drive in Nigeria as it prepares to launch its MVNO services.

Imagine backing one of Africa’s quietest giants before the crowd caught on. Today, that small company is now worth over $1 billion.

Starlink and 5G are both pacesetters in internet connectivity, with both offering low latency and fast internet connection up to 500 Mbps. Nowadays, staying connected is crucial, and having a dependable Internet Service Provider (ISP) is more important than ever.  Imagine you’re in Lagos, trying to upload a large file, or maybe you’re in Nairobi, […]

The GSM Association (GSMA), in partnership with six of Africa’s biggest mobile operators—Airtel Africa, Axian Telecom, Ethio Telecom, MTN, Orange, and Vodacom—has unveiled a proposal to set minimum specifications for affordable entry-level 4G smartphones. 

Smartphone giant OPPO officially unveiled its latest innovation, the OPPO A6 Pro, at an exclusive launch event held at Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja, marking another milestone in the brand’s commitment to delivering power, durability, and sleek design to Nigerian consumers. The highly anticipated launch drew tech enthusiasts, media personalities, and OPPO brand partners, who gathered […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Refurbished tech is not entirely new or a big deal in every part of the world, Africa-inclusive. For a fact, a lot of Africans purposely go for refurbished tech, but some are sold fake gadgets repackaged as refurbished by dubious vendors (would make a good story for another day). Owning refurbished tech offers a practical […]

ANKA, an Ivorian e-commerce startup that raised $13 million, has been acquired by GlobalShopCo, a New York-based fashion company, for an undisclosed amount. 

Wrapped CBDC, issuer of the naira-backed cNGN stablecoin, has earned ₦15.3 million in returns from its reserve investments, turning idle cash into yield-bearing assets like money market funds and treasury bills.

"No one can build for Africans like Africans. Our taste bud is just very different," Ololade said.

In today's edition: Moniepoint’s $90 billion glow up || South Africa’s Optasia on a unicorn march || MultiChoice slashes decoder prices || Only 772 GTCO employees earn above ₦1m ($682) || Hot Take ☕

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Bernard Doro from Plateau State as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, signalling what appears to be an impending cabinet reshuffle. In a letter transmitted to the Senate for confirmation, President Tinubu requested legislative approval for Doro’s appointment. Though the communication did not specify the portfolio, sources […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

In today’s world, smartphones have become the backbone of modern life, powering work, play, and everything in between. But as an indispensable part of everyday life, today’s smartphones need to handle more than just the basics—withstand everyday wear and tear while performing like new for years to come. That’s what OPPO set out to do […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

MultiChoice has slashed the prices of its DStv decoders by up to 40% to attract more subscribers, as its majority shareholder Canal+ works to reverse a steady decline in pay-TV viewership across Africa.

NatCom Development and Investment Limited (trading as ntel), the company that acquired Nigeria’s national telecommunication company NITEL, has appointed a new board of directors as it prepares for a commercial relaunch

Beyond the headlines, this deal resets power in African media: foreign ownership at the top, a sprint to a single “super app,” and a new fight with global streamers.

To scale across many markets like Gozem has, you need to centralise your operations and automate all processes, according to Gennate Hassad, the global head of financing at Gozem. 

Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO), one of Nigeria’s largest financial services groups, had 5,866 employees at the end of June 2025, 37 more than the previous year.

Spiro, the leading African company in two-wheel transportation and battery swapping, has announced a major milestone with the completion of a groundbreaking $100 million investment round. This marks the largest ever investment in African two-wheel electric mobility. A substantial portion of the investment, totaling $75 million, comes from The Fund for Export Development in Africa […] The post Spiro Secures $100 Million Investment to Revolutionize Africa’s Electric Mobility and Battery-Swapping Infrastructure appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Rwanda is making significant strides toward becoming Africa’s next artificial intelligence (AI) powerhouse, with a $17.5 million investment (approximately Rwf25 billion) from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. This funding will be used to establish the Rwanda AI Scaling Hub, a game-changing initiative designed to drive AI innovation across various sectors, including health, agriculture, and […] The post Rwanda Secures $17.5 Million Investment to Launch AI Scaling Hub, Pioneering Africa’s AI Revolution appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Moniepoint, a leading fintech company in Africa, has announced the successful raise of an additional $90 million as part of its ongoing Series C funding round, bringing the total amount raised to $200 million after an initial $110 million investment in 2024. The latest investment was spearheaded by Development Partners International (DPI), with contributions from […] The post Moniepoint Raises Additional $90 Million in Series C Round, Reaching $200 Million Total to Fuel Africa’s Fintech Growth appeared first on Tech In Africa.

It was nearly midnight in Lagos when Timilehin Ayantunji logged off from yet another one-on-one mentorship call. His mentee, an aspiring developer in Nairobi, had just landed her first freelance contract. Her voice shook with gratitude. “I didn’t think someone like me could do this,” she said. Timilehin smiled, not out of surprise but recognition. […] The post From Late Nights to Lift-Offs: How Timileyin Ayantunji Is Mentoring the Next Generation of Africa’s Software Engineers appeared first on Tech In Africa.

CRDB Bank has reached a historic milestone with three major partnerships with leading development finance institutions: FinDev Canada, DEG (KfW Group, Germany), and Shelter Afrique Development Bank (ShafDB). These landmark agreements are a key part of the bank’s ongoing transformation journey, aimed at promoting inclusive and sustainable finance throughout Africa. These collaborations were formalized during […] The post CRDB Bank Forms Historic Partnerships to Drive Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development in East Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

As the November payment cycle approaches, beneficiaries are expected to complete biometric verification to avoid payment delays.

Senegal-based Logidoo has acquired Kamtar, a logistics company operating in Côte d’Ivoire, to deepen its footprint across Francophone Africa. The move marks a major step in Logidoo’s plan to build a unified logistics network connecting West African markets. By acquiring Kamtar, Logidoo gains access to Côte d’Ivoire’s fast-growing transport and trade ecosystem, positioning itself as a stronger player in the region’s $45 billion logistics industry.

Semiconductors are often called the brains of modern electronics. They sit inside phones, laptops, cars, and even smartwatches that track our sleep. ChipMango, a Nigerian startup has a bold ambition to give Africa a foothold in the global semiconductor industry by designing chips locally.

Spiro has raised $100 million led by FEDA, marking the largest investment in Africa’s two-wheel EV sector. The company now holds 52% of Kenya’s electric bike market.

At its Nairobi hub, Spiro is assembling electric bikes, training women technicians, and expanding a battery swap network after capturing over 50% of the electric bike market.

The NCC will unveil a five-year national spectrum roadmap in November, aiming to enhance broadband quality and expand internet connectivity nationwide.

The next billion-dollar opportunities in Africa's commerce is for those who build deeper innovations.

Moneipoint said the fresh capital will be used to power the its next phase of growth and continued expansion across the continent and into international markets. 

In today's edition: AWS went dark; the world panicked || CBK revokes PayU Kenya's licence || Wearable fintech Vezopay partners with FNB || NGX loses $224 million as eight firms delist || Cool Stuff 😎

African VCs are increasingly turning to Asia for capital as many firms prepare to raise funds in Q1 2026.