Airtel Africa, a leading provider of telecommunications and mobile money services across 14 African countries, today publishes its Sustainability Report 2025, reaffirming its corporate purpose of transforming lives by expanding access to essential digital services, supporting inclusive economic growth, and advancing environmental stewardship throughout its operations. In 2024/25, Airtel Africa made significant progress in bridging […] The post Airtel Africa Releases 2025 Sustainability Report, Boosts ESG and Inclusion Across 14 Markets appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Logidoo, the pan-African logistics and cross-border trade platform, officially announces the extension of its Casablanca–Dakar corridor to Belgium, creating a vital new logistics route connecting Europe, North Africa, and West Africa. Through a strategic partnership with a leading Belgian logistics operator, Logidoo now offers a regular consolidation service between Belgium, Morocco, and several West African […] The post Logidoo Expands Casablanca–Dakar Route to Belgium, Linking Europe & West Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

DieNet, a newly emerged hacktivist group, has claimed responsibility for more than 60 distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks in just two months, including its most recent and widely reported action: the global disruption of X (formerly Twitter). According to NETSCOUT, a leading provider of enterprise performance management, carrier service assurance, cybersecurity, and DDoS protection solutions, the DieNet […]

Power Learn Project Africa (PLP), in partnership with Safaricom’s youth platform Safaricom Hook, graduated 300 youth from a software development program. The PLP x Safaricom Hook Tech Cohort, launched in October 2024, is a 16-week digital training initiative that recruits youth from all 47 Kenyan counties, ensuring that talent from all corners of the country […]

South Africa’s informal trade sector is getting a digital upgrade with LovCash’s latest move to blockchain-powered transactions. The digital payments platform has teamed up with Lisk, a German blockchain company that makes transactions faster, low cost and secure, to help small retailers, supermarkets, and informal traders move away from cash-based transactions to digital payments. LovCash […]

DisrupTech Ventures, one of Egypt’s early-stage fintech funds, has announced its first pan-African investment in Nigerian startup Winich Farms, a fast-growing Agri-Tech that is transforming access to markets and credit for smallholder farmers across Nigeria. Lagos-based Winich is addressing the most pressing challenges facing Nigeria’s agriculture sector: market fragmentation and lack of financial inclusion. Despite […]

This guide will help you make sense of Dell laptop prices in Nigeria​. You’ll find a clear breakdown of what different models cost, the difference between brand-new and UK-used (foreign used) laptops, and what factors affect these prices, like the exchange rate or where you’re buying from. By the end, you’ll know what to look […]

Online gaming has exploded in popularity throughout Africa, with two games dominating sites like Hollywoodbets: the popular lottery-inspired Lucky Numbers and the fast-paced crash game Hollywoodbets Jetx. Each offers a unique kind of thrill. However, which gives African players a greater sense of excitement? What Makes Each Game Unique? These two games are fundamentally very […]

For those who know how to use them, the financial markets offer great prospects. Still, trading advice is not based on luck or gut feeling. The most successful trading tips are to apply discipline, plan, and have a strong awareness of market dynamics. If you want to improve your trading, here is a breakdown of […]

A fund manager has asked the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) to investigate Safaricom over what they say is preferential treatment for its new money market product, Ziidi.

The Telkom Group, through the Telkom Foundation, is making strides toward closing the country’s digital divide by upskilling previously disadvantaged youth with future-ready skills to increase their chances of employability. Telkom is calling on young people to invest in their futures by taking up the learning opportunities offered. “We believe that technology is a great […]

Neither Android nor iPhone provides an easy way for users to change their location. Third-party tools like iAnyGo offer easy Pokémon Go spoofing for all devices. This is one of the most popular tools for safe Pokémon Go spoofing. GPS spoofing with iAnyGo is efficient. However, many users wonder if the iAnyGo Pokémon GO spoofer […]

Why Nigeria’s Smartest Shoppers Are Racing to Buy the iPhone 16 — Only at iStore and iConnect A quiet tech revolution is sweeping across Nigeria — and it’s centered at the country’s premier Apple Authorized… TechCity

The new partnership enables SmartCash users to seamlessly access Leadway’s Third-Party and AutoBase Comprehensive car insurance directly via the SmartCash app or USSD code *939#

Feexet is a Nigerian social enterprise using design, technology, and community organising to tackle everyday challenges that often go overlooked. Whether it’s waste pollution or lack of access to digital education, the team believes that with the right tools, individuals and communities can take the lead in solving their challenges.

Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, has announced that it will start rolling out advertisements on the messaging app, marking a significant shift from the platform’s long-standing ad-free model. Announced on Monday, 16 June, the ads will not show up in personal or group chats but will instead be introduced in the app’s Updates tab, […]

MyNextCar (MNC), a major fleet provider for Bolt in South Africa, has secured $10 million in its first institutional funding round—capital that could transform the country’s affordable ride-hailing market. The round was led by London-based Emso Asset Management, with support from Bolt, Assemble Capital, and E2 Investments. The funds will enable MNC to expand its […] The post Bolt’s Fleet Partner MyNextCar Raises $10M to Scale Affordable Ride-Hailing in South Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

A June 9 report from the Net Zero Tracker initiative has raised alarms, warning that over 500,000 jobs in South Africa are at risk as wealthy nations move to implement carbon border taxes in the coming years. The report, titled “Carbon Competitiveness: South Africa at the Net Zero–Trade Nexus”, analyzes how the carbon border adjustment […] The post Over 500,000 South African Jobs at Risk as Global Carbon Border Taxes Take Shape, Net Zero Tracker Warns appeared first on Tech In Africa.

South African tech academy WeThinkCode has received a $2 million grant from Google.org, enabling it to broaden its artificial intelligence (AI) training programs. This funding will support the training of 12,000 learners across South Africa and Kenya, equipping them with essential AI skills needed in the fast-changing job market. WeThinkCode, a nonprofit organization, offers tuition-free, […] The post Google.org Awards $2M Grant to WeThinkCode to Train 12,000 Africans in AI Skills by 2026 appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Nigeria’s headline inflation moderated slightly in May, its second slowdown in two months, as a result of relative exchange rate stability and moderating fuel prices. The National Bureau of Statistics reported headline inflation at 22.97%, down from April’s 24.2%, while food inflation declined to 21.14% from 21.79%. The slowdown  reflects a 1% naira appreciation in […]

Google’s Instant Apps Are Being Discontinued Google has officially announced that Android Instant Apps, a feature allowing users to try apps without installation, will… TechCity

Pryme, the UK-headquartered fintech building a financial operating system for the globally mobile generation, has signed a £10 million ($13m equivalent)n investment termsheet with Black Water Fund as part of its ongoing £30 million raise (equivalent of $38m). The investment signals strong confidence in Pryme’s mission to enable a truly borderless financial life for freelancers, […]

Africa’s digital commerce sector is entering a new chapter, one defined not by speculation, but by strategic partnerships that reflect long-term confidence in the continent’s growth. One of the most significant developments in this space is AXIAN Telecom’s recent acquisition of a 9.18% stake in Jumia, the leading e-commerce platform operating across multiple African markets. According to the latest filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, AXIAN increased its position from 8% after purchasing additional shares on Friday.

In 2024, the Kenyan banking sector was marked by high interest rates, rising loan defaults, and a credit freeze for small businesses. But the heads of the country’s nine largest commercial banks had reason to celebrate, according to disclosures in their financial statements. KCB Group CEO Paul Russo earned $1.9 million (KES 250.2 million) in total […]

Gemini AI Now Summarizes PDFs & Forms Google is rolling out powerful new AI features in Workspace, leveraging Gemini to help users extract insights from… TechCity

Google Tests AI-Powered Audio Overviews in Search Results Google is experimenting with AI-generated Audio Overviews in mobile search results, offering a podcast-style discussion for certain queries.… TechCity

Sierra Leone, where broadband penetration hovers around just 21%, is preparing to make a major leap this time with sustainability in mind. The country is set to roll out its first 5G network, but unlike many others, it won’t be driven by fuel-heavy infrastructure. Instead, the plan is to power the towers using renewable energy: […] The post Sierra Leone Builds Africa’s First Solar-Powered 5G Network appeared first on Tech In Africa.

A new entry has quietly appeared on Morocco’s commercial registry: Tesla Morocco SARL. Based in the sun-drenched Marina district of Casablanca with views of the Atlantic, the company launched with an initial capital of 27.5 million dirhams (~$2.75 million). Elon Musk’s electric giant is not just entering to sell vehicles, but to establish a strategic […] The post Tesla Establishes Moroccan Base to Sell Cars, Power, and Infrastructure appeared first on Tech In Africa.

It is one thing to make a senior hire; it is another decision entirely to hire from a big-tech simply for the name, the profile, or the image.

Apple’s New Child Safety Features in iOS 18: What Parents Need to Know Apple is doubling down on child safety with a suite of new features coming to iOS 18, iPadOS… TechCity

Recently, conversations have reignited online over the career pivots Nigerian migrants make in an attempt to attain success in their new countries of residence. From students juggling multiple jobs to professionals who’ve swapped offices in their home country for factory jobs, the costs are often emotional, physical, and financial. Nelson Ikan's story of multiple career pivots peels back the layer on migrant struggle for success outside their comfort borders.

As of mid-2025, 38% of Rwanda’s population is now online, aligning with Africa’s average internet penetration rate, according to new data from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). This marks a rise from 34% in 2024 and serves as a key milestone in the country’s push to achieve universal internet access by 2030. Rwanda now has […] The post Internet Use Surges in Rwanda but Affordability Holds Many Back appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Between January and May 2025, African startups secured a total of $1 billion in funding — a 40% rise from the same timeframe in 2024. Startup funding in Africa started strong in January 2025 with $289 million raised. However, the pace slowed in the subsequent months, dropping to $119 million in February and reaching a […] The post Egypt Leads as African Startup Funding Hits $1 Billion Despite Volatility appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Nigerians are already making payments and referring friends to the platform. Old users are hurrying to pay the verification fee against a June 24 deadline. They are also roping in new entrants who are making USDT transfers exceeding thousands of dollars to join CBEX.

Not long ago, giant video streaming platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video were hailed as the future of television in Nigeria. They offered an escape from the limitations of cable television and promised premium on-demand content. But today, they face a powerful competitor: YouTube. While Netflix, Showmax, and Prime Video chase audiences with sleek […]

One year on, Nigeria is seeing record levels of fibre cuts and network disruptions, raising questions about the policy’s implementation.