Compiled by telecom industry operators in March 2024, the list is the first comprehensive snapshot of right-of-way charges across Nigerian states.

The reversal comes as a sigh of relief for South Africans, many of whom have received messages from service providers of the VAT increase set to take effect on May 1.

Interswitch Group, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, has reinforced its commitment to harnessing a robust talent pool by empowering the Nigerian workforce to pursue personal and professional success. The company affirmed this as it announced the Interswitch Career Fair 4.0 set to hold at the Landmark Event Centre, in Victoria […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

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Explore how African freelancers are overcoming challenges and building a strong online presence to connect with global clients and increase their income. The post How African Freelancers Build Online Presence appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Advanced Chat Privacy on WhatsApp: What It Does and Why You Should Turn It On Have you ever held back from saying something important in a WhatsApp group because you weren’t sure who… TechCity

Tech platforms are transforming youth employment in Africa by providing job matching, skills training, and remote work opportunities, addressing key challenges. The post How Tech Platforms Boost Youth Employment in Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The Future of Digital Transformation in Traditional Industries By Razzaq Onotu, CBAP® | Strategic Product Leader in Fintech, Healthcare & Digital Innovation In recent times, you… TechCity

OpenAI’s New Image Generator Model Expands to Adobe, Figma, and More OpenAI’s advanced image generator, known for producing Studio Ghibli-style art and surreal doll-like visuals, is now available to… TechCity

Microsoft Expands Xbox Cloud Gaming to LG Smart TVs Microsoft is continuing its mission to bring Xbox gaming to every screen. Starting today, Xbox Cloud Gaming is… TechCity

OpenAI Is Interested in Buying Chrome if Google Is Forced to Sell OpenAI could be a potential buyer of Google Chrome if the US Department of Justice (DOJ) succeeds in… TechCity

Africa’s most exciting startups aren’t always the loudest.  At TechCabal, we believe in spotlighting early movers, quiet builders, and original thinkers solving Africa’s hardest problems in bold, different ways. With Startups on Our Radar, we’re shining the light on new startups across Africa that we find interesting but have little coverage. We’ll be exploring their […]

The capital injection will drive DigiSquad’s plans to expand financial inclusion across the African continent, targeting both public and private sector clients.

“We become what we behold. We shape our tools, and then our tools shape us” – Father John Culkin. The first time I ever used ChatGPT was December 2022, less than a month after it first launched, making me somewhere between user number 1 million and 57 million. I asked for 20 story ideas about […]

Across Africa, where a multitude of languages are spoken, many people are excluded from services simply because digital platforms are predominantly available in a few global languages. For a large number of individuals who do not speak those languages, this means being shut out of essential services. Bolthale AI, a startup based in South Africa […] The post Bolthale AI Tackles Linguistic Barriers in Africa with AI-Powered Solutions appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Global banking technology firm Velmie has played a key role in the launch of Vult, Sierra Leone’s first digital banking super app, aimed at increasing access to financial services in the country. The app is already live and gaining attention, as stated by Velmie, which collaborated with Metro Cable, a local broadband provider, to bring […] The post Velmie Powers Sierra Leone’s First Digital Banking Super App, Vult, to Boost Financial Inclusion appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Huawei South Africa has unveiled an advanced smart warehouse in Johannesburg, signaling a significant advancement in the region’s logistics sector. Covering 14,000 square meters, this state-of-the-art facility is equipped with advanced technologies designed to enhance efficiency, security, and environmental sustainability across African supply chains. The new warehouse is a key component of Huawei’s larger initiative […] The post Huawei Unveils Smart Warehouse in Johannesburg to Revolutionize Africa’s Logistics Sector appeared first on Tech In Africa.

LOXEA Nigeria, a subsidiary of the CFAO Mobility group, has officially introduced BYD (Build Your Dreams) electric vehicles to the Nigerian market, marking a significant step in the country’s shift toward cleaner transportation. The launch event took place over the weekend at the elegant Alliance Française in Ikoyi, Lagos. With the introduction of the BYD […] The post LOXEA Introduces BYD Electric Vehicles to Nigeria, Paving the Way for Sustainable Mobility appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has proposed replacing the risk-based credit pricing model with pegging interest rates to the Central Bank Rate (CBR), a significant shift in how commercial banks price loans, making credit more affordable for households and businesses. 

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Video file formats are an important part of how we store, share, and view content. While formats like MP4 and AVI are more commonly known, M4V is another format worth understanding. It’s of special interest to those users who work with Apple devices or iTunes content. Knowing what the M4V file format is and how […]

NVIDIA is working with its manufacturing partners to design and build factories that, for the first time, will produce NVIDIA AI supercomputers entirely in the U.S. Together with leading manufacturing partners, the company has commissioned more than a million square feet of manufacturing space to build and test NVIDIA Blackwell chips in Arizona and AI […]

AI and machine learning algorithms have fast-tracked automation in South Africa’s insurance industry, but these solutions also introduce unique cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Specifically, adversarial attacks, which can compromise the accuracy of risk assessments, bypass fraud detection, and disrupt claims processing. Without proper digital security in place, this can lead to compliance violations and severely damage the […]

South Africa is rapidly embracing artificial intelligence (AI), with adoption rates surpassing those of many developed nations. Recent data indicates that over 60% of South African workers regularly use generative AI, outpacing countries like France, the United Kingdom, and the United States. This swift integration reflects a broader trend of digital transformation within the nation. […]

Google Fi Launches Cheaper Unlimited Plan and Boosts Data on Existing Tiers Google Fi is rolling out a more affordable wireless plan for budget-conscious users. Called Unlimited Essentials, the new… TechCity

The Interledger Foundation (ILF), an organization building and advocating for an open, interoperable payments network, has announced its participation in three new technological initiatives and five research projects, all of which will progress its work toward seamless global money movement. Among these initiatives is work with private fintech companies to streamline remittances for a major bank in […]

The traffic now routed through IXPN signals a shift from reliance on international bandwidth to domestically hosted services.

Asta Marketplace is doing more than listing products. It's building a path for Kenyan vendors to access funding without trying to replace how trade already works.

How we use technology is changing, and one of the most significant shifts is how computers can now talk with us almost like real people. This is where artificial intelligence chat comes in. You might have seen it when chatting with customer support or using apps that reply to your questions automatically. But AI chat […]

Visa’s bet signals a critical phase in its Africa playbook, where it is investing in newer, faster payment infrastructure to compete with low-cost, homegrown systems.

Amid surging internet consumption and rising demand for localised cloud services, Nigeria’s data centre operators are committing over $630 million to expand infrastructure and close the country’s capacity gap. Between 2019 and January 2025, Nigeria’s average monthly internet usage ballooned by 699.79 percent, reaching over 1 million terabytes, according to industry data. The explosive growth […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Arnergy, a leading Nigerian provider of distributed renewable energy solutions, has announced the successful close of an $18 million funding round aimed at accelerating the deployment of its solar energy systems across Africa. The funding round was led by All On, an off-grid energy impact investment company backed by Shell, with additional contributions from Bill […] The post Arnergy Secures $18 Million to Accelerate Solar Energy Deployment Across Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

InfiniLink, an Egyptian semiconductor startup specializing in next-generation chip design and connectivity solutions, has secured $10 million in a seed funding round to accelerate product development and expand into international markets. The round was led by Silicon Badia, with additional participation from Global Ventures, Sawari Ventures, and several prominent angel investors with deep tech and […] The post Egyptian Semiconductor Startup InfiniLink Raises $10 Million in Seed Funding appeared first on Tech In Africa.

In a significant regional fintech move, Abu Dhabi-based financial services firm Maseera has announced its acquisition of Egyptian fintech startup ADVA, marking a strategic step to bolster its presence in North Africa’s rapidly expanding digital finance sector. Founded in 2020, ADVA provides a platform that allows users to access flexible installment payment plans across a […] The post Abu Dhabi’s Maseera Acquires Egyptian Fintech Startup ADVA appeared first on Tech In Africa.

PayTic, a rapidly expanding Moroccan fintech startup specialising in card management and payment automation solutions, has announced the closure of a $4 million funding round aimed at accelerating its growth across Africa and the Middle East. The round was led by Pan-African venture firm P1 Ventures, with participation from Launch Africa Ventures, First Circle Capital, […] The post Moroccan Fintech PayTic Raises $4 Million to Expand Across Africa and Middle East appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Umba, a digital banking platform based in Kenya, has announced the successful securing of $5 million in debt financing to fuel its expansion plans and strengthen its lending operations across Africa. The funding, sourced from a consortium of global impact investors and fintech-focused lenders, will allow Umba to scale its range of financial products, including […] The post Kenyan Digital Banking Platform Umba Secures $5 Million in Debt Financing appeared first on Tech In Africa.