Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. has released a definitive outlook on the 8 critical trends set to shape Africa’s digital turning point in 2026. The implementation of these will increasingly require the government, the private sector, and key civic institutions to cooperate and partner to overcome the onslaught of cybersecurity challenges facing the continent, Check […]

In today's edition: Kenya's first IPO in 11 years || Sentech investigated for monopolistic behaviour || Podcasts could get regulated in South Africa || South Africa blows hot about spam calls—again

The 2026 RegTech Africa Conference & Exhibition will host the prestigious Startup World Cup Regional Competition in Abuja, marking a significant milestone for Africa’s innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. Applications are now officially open for startups interested in registering and participating in this globally recognized competition. Organised in partnership with Pegasus Tech Ventures, the Startup World […] The post Startup World Cup Opens Applications for Abuja Regional Competition with $1M Global Prize appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Commit, an Israeli technology firm that delivers software solutions to high‑tech companies and enterprises, has acquired Savannah, a startup dedicated to recruiting and employing seasoned developers from across Africa. While the exact value of the all-cash deal was not officially disclosed, it is estimated to be in the millions of dollars. Founded in 2022 by […] The post Commit Acquires Savannah in Multi-Million Dollar Deal to Access African Tech Talent appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Shell Foundation is backing African climate startups at the riskiest stage, using grants and partnerships to bridge the gap before venture capital invests at scale

Senegal and Morocco have both been drawing attention lately – not only in sports, where Senegal defeated host Morocco in the dramatic 2025 AFCON final, but also in the tech arena. These two nations, one in West Africa and the other in North Africa, are emerging as startup powerhouses on the continent. Each country’s ecosystem […] The post Senegal vs. Morocco: A Tale of Two Startup Ecosystems appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Nigeria’s new tax laws are designed to move money faster from the economy to the government. But that process does not start with payment; it begins with self-assessment. Once a tax authority issues an assessment, a taxpayer must pay within 30 days or object

Summary of 2025 data law changes in Nigeria and South Africa, with key compliance steps, breach rules, fines, and startup guidance. The post Tech Policy 2025: New Data Laws in Nigeria and South Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The Kenyan government on Monday began selling a 65% stake in the state-owned Kenya Pipeline Company to raise $835 million for infrastructure in what would be its first IPO in over a decade.

Africa is undergoing a profound financial transformation driven by rapid technological advancements, with fintech and cross-border payments leading the charge. However, this digital surge heightens cybersecurity risks, with rising cyberattacks necessitating robust fraud prevention. Fintechs must prioritize compliance, identity verification, and advanced technologies like AI to safeguard sensitive data. AI is revolutionizing African banking by […]

M&A in Africa's tech sector rose 34% as VC funding fell—fintech led deals, consolidation accelerated, and secondary markets gained momentum. The post African Tech M&A Activity Rose 34% in 2024: What to Expect appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Levvy Box is using glossy, illuminated boxes mounted on vehicle roofs to transform ride‑hailing cars and other fleets into moving billboards.

The AI disruptions of the past few years have only been the prologue to what’s coming in 2026: AI’s full integration into data center processes and builds. It’s a moment we’ve been building up to ever since OpenAI’s ChatGPT brought Artificial Intelligence into the mainstream in late 2022, sending shockwaves through everything from academia and […]

McDonald’s South Africa is pleased to announce its certification as a Top Employer for 2025 by the Top Employers Institute. This marks the third consecutive year that McDonald’s South Africa has received this accolade, coinciding with three decades of the company’s presence in the country. The recognition underscores the strength of McDonald’s South Africa’s human […]

The strategy targets 10 macro-influencers and 20 micro-influencers, who would be paid quarterly retainers of KES 100,000 ($775) and KES 50,000 ($387.6), respectively, to support the campaign. Macro-influencers typically command audiences of over 100,000 followers, some reaching into the millions, while micro-influencers have followings of between 10,000 and 100,000.

The great irony of the current regulatory wave is that it aims to make digital tokens safe by making them look exactly like the banking system people were trying to avoid.

South African organisations are prioritizing meetings and events more than ever—whether hosting them locally or across the globe—while international companies increasingly recognize the country’s unique creative capabilities and world-class event infrastructure. Global travel management company FCM has appointed Lance Nkwe as Business Leader for FCM Meetings & Events South Africa, responding to unprecedented demand from […]

Safaricom has appointed Sylvia Anampiu as director of fixed business as Kenya’s biggest telco moves closer to rolling out pay-as-you-go fiber broadband for Kenyan homes and offices. The appointment comes as Safaricom prepares to upend how fixed internet is sold, shifting from rigid monthly plans to daily, weekly and monthly options that mirror mobile data […]

In today's edition: Nigerian SEC’s capital requirements || MAX gets funded || Kuda rekindles expansion plans

How to Make Your Mouse Pointer Bigger (So You Stop Losing It on the Screen) You move your mouse. Nothing happens.You move it again, a bit faster. Still nothing.Then suddenly, the pointer appears… TechCity

An African mobility fintech used trip data and rent-to-own financing to expand in India with Uber, scale EVs, and secure $10M in debt funding. The post Moove Expands to India: An African Mobility Success Story appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Project Management in the Digital Age. How Digital Tools and Trends Are Reshaping Workflows in Africa Project management is evolving faster than ever before.… TechCity

Table of contents 1. 120Hz high-refresh-rate 2. Four-year fluency guarantee 3. IP64 dust and water resistance 4. Strong battery life with a 5000mAh battery 5. AI productivity features 6. FreeLink offline calling and messaging 7. Dual stereo speakers 8. Unisoc T7250 chipset 9. Wet Touch display technology 10. Excellent value-for-money pricing A few years ago, […]

Table of contents 1. 120Hz high-refresh-rate 2. Four-year fluency guarantee 3. IP64 dust and water resistance 4. Strong battery life with a 5000mAh battery 5. AI productivity features 6. FreeLink offline calling and messaging 7. Dual stereo speakers 8. Unisoc T7250 chipset 9. Wet Touch display technology 10. Excellent value-for-money pricing A few years ago, […]

Josiah Dhev: Building an AI-Powered Study Platform for African Students Josiah Dhev is a Nigerian tech entrepreneur, cybersecurity student and the founder of StudyCrew. An AI-powered and gamified… TechCity

Africa's 2025 healthtech rules tighten: founders must secure licences, enforce data privacy, and adopt HL7/FHIR to operate and scale across borders. The post Healthtech Regulation 2025: What Founders Need to Know appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Tunisian startup uses solar-powered atmospheric water generators to produce 20–30 L/day of mineralized drinking water, cutting plastic waste and CO₂ across 140+ deployments. The post Watertech Innovation: Kumulus Turns Air into Water in Tunisia appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Muvment survived the loss, with Arinze learning lessons the hard way that insurance was non-negotiable. Today, if you asked her about Africa's tech ecosystem, she’d tell you it’s exhausting. 

Climate infrastructure looks slower and heavier by comparison because it involves hardware, warehouses, manufacturing, complex logistics, and blended capital stacks.

Paystack acquires Ladder Microfinance Bank To Expand Services In a landmark move for the African fintech sector, Paystack officially announced its entry into regulated banking on… TechCity

Cardtonic Secures $2.1M Seed Funding to Launch Pil, a Business Spend OS Nigerian fintech Cardtonic has successfully closed a $2.1 million seed funding round to develop Pil, an independent business… TechCity

OpenAI Launches Cheaper ChatGPT Subscription OpenAI officially released ChatGPT Go globally on Friday, January 16, 2026. After a successful pilot in India and… TechCity

Google Workspace Adds ‘Flow’: New AI Filmmaking Tool for HD Video Google has officially expanded its creative AI suite by making Flow available as an additional service for Google… TechCity

Microsoft, Perplexity, and Mistral AI Join Paid ‘Enterprise’ Partner Program Wikipedia officially celebrated its 25th anniversary on January 15, 2026. To mark a quarter-century of free, human-curated knowledge,… TechCity

Verizon Is Offering a $20 Credit Following Nationwide Outage: How to Claim Following a massive nationwide outage on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Verizon has officially begun issuing a $20 account… TechCity

Paystack has made its entry into Nigeria’s banking industry through the acquisition of Ladder Microfinance Bank, representing a significant strategic expansion from payment processing into deposit-taking and lending operations. The rebranded Paystack Microfinance Bank (Paystack MFB) will function as a separate entity running parallel to Paystack’s existing payments infrastructure, positioning the fintech to provide loans, […] The post Paystack Enters Nigeria’s Banking Sector Through Microfinance Bank Acquisition appeared first on Tech In Africa.