Pokémon GO will continue to engage millions of players worldwide in 2025. The game’s location-based mechanics create exciting adventures, but many players are unable to travel to different areas in person. Pokémon GO spoofers solve this problem by allowing users to change their virtual location and visit various game spots without stepping outside. This guide […]

Last year, the company announced a partnership with Waymo, Alphabet’s self-driving vehicle division, to manage and operate fleets of autonomous vehicles in Phoenix, Arizona, and Miami, Florida.

GOODsoil VC, an early-stage venture capital firm based in Ghana, has officially completed the full deployment of its flagship $67.5 million fund, marking the conclusion of one of Ghana’s most prominent VC operations. The firm has confirmed that it will not be raising a follow-up fund, signaling the end of a key chapter in its […] The post GOODsoil VC, Backer of Zeepay and BezoMoney, Wraps Up With No Second Fund appeared first on Tech In Africa.

  Across the turquoise expanse of the Atlantic, beyond the maze of Lagos traffic and the hum of its concrete sprawl, a new silhouette emerges on the eastern edge of the city. It is not simply another tower or block of flats. It is a new kind of city—virtual, experimental, and ambitious. Nestled deep within […] The post Can Itana Become Africa’s Dubai for Tech? Nigeria’s First Virtual SEZ Launches appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Lagos, Nigeria, despite being home to five tech unicorns and ranking as Africa’s leading startup ecosystem, remains one of the lowest-paying hubs for software developers globally, even within Africa. A recent report from Startup Genome has shed light on the stark wage disparities that tech workers in emerging markets face. According to the 2025 Global […] The post Africa’s Leading Startup Hub Pays One of the World’s Lowest Developer Salaries appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Kenya is doubling down on crypto taxation, but at a Binance roundtable in Nairobi, industry voices warned that unclear rules and rushed enforcement are fuelling confusion.

Glovo, a technological platform, launched a historic Memorandum of Cooperation with Kenya’s Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, led by Hon. Cabinet Secretary Dr. Alfred Mutua. “I commend Glovo for its responsible innovation and commitment to youth employment and inclusive growth. We look forward to continued engagement with Glovo and other stakeholders to co-create policies […]

Despite solid infrastructure growth and a surge in mobile access, millions are still locked out, not because the network is missing, but because they simply cannot afford to connect.

Uber’s decision comes when the government has made upgrading expensive for most drivers. Car imports already carry six different levies—from import duty to excise to the controversial Railway Development Levy. The new valuation formula means that even the smallest, most fuel-efficient models—favoured by gig drivers—will now face tax bills that wipe out their affordability.

Takealot has expanded its on-demand delivery service, TakealotNOW, to make everyday shopping faster, easier, and more personalized, available via the Mr D app. Launched in July 2023, TakealotNOW began as a pilot project in Cape Town’s northern suburbs, offering a curated range of products delivered within minutes via the Mr D app. Since then, the […]

Is your iPhone stuck on the Apple logo after updating to iOS 26? It’s reported that iOS 26 beta software comes with battery-draining bugs and glitches and gets stuck on the Apple Logo, etc. But don’t worry, in this article, we’ll walk you through how to fix an iOS 26 Stuck on the Apple Logo […]

Ericsson announces the launch of Ericsson On-Demand, a new solution delivering core network services as a true software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform to communications service providers (CSPs). The platform is designed with Google Cloud, leveraging AI infrastructure and Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE). The solution will help CSPs to quickly set up and grow core network services, cut […]

As South Africa’s digital commerce landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace, businesses are facing mounting pressure to reconsider and adapt their customer engagement strategies to ensure that they remain relevant in an ever more competitive marketplace. According to Gartner, by 2029, 80% of customer interactions will be managed by AI. As a result, […]

Africa is undergoing a profound financial transformation driven by rapid technological advancements, with fintech and cross-border payments leading the charge. The continent’s cross-border payments market is projected to grow from $329 billion in 2025 to $1 trillion by 2035, fueled by fintech innovation and intra-African trade. This growth enhances financial inclusion, connecting millions to financial […]

Silverbacks Holdings, a leading private investment firm focused on Africa, has recorded its ninth successful exit through a partial sale of its stake in OmniRetail, a top Nigerian B2B e-commerce startup. The deal delivered a fivefold return on its original investment, reinforcing Silverbacks’ strong performance within Africa’s expanding startup scene. The announcement was made at […] The post Silverbacks’ OmniRetail Exit Showcases Africa’s Startup Strength and Investment Upside appeared first on Tech In Africa.

MultiChoice saw strong growth in its streaming services. DStv Stream subscribers increased by 38%, with revenues rising 48%.

South African agri-tech startup Nile has raised $11.3 million to boost its expansion across Southern Africa. The funding marks a major milestone for the company, which is fast emerging as a central digital force in the region’s agricultural sector. Since its founding in 2021, Nile has used technology to simplify and optimize fresh produce trading […] The post Nile Secures $11.3M to Power Agri-Tech Growth and Financial Access Across Southern Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Nigeria's Communications Commission (NCC) and the Central Bank (CBN) have approved a new End User Billing (EUB) model for USSD services.

In an industry where developers switch jobs every two years for better pay or quicker career growth, Adie’s seven-year tenure is rare, especially for a high-performing talent who has climbed from intern to C-suite. He acknowledges this anomaly but recalls a pivotal moment early in his career that has anchored his seven-year journey: “Whatever I want to achieve in this world, I can do it right in this company.”

For healthtech startups, this could mean fewer opportunities to collaborate with public health programs to integrate their solutions into national healthcare strategies.

Roam is assembling its Air bikes in a new Nairobi facility, shifting from imports to local production. But building EVs in Kenya isn’t cheap. From infrastructure gaps to high battery costs, the company faces tough questions about access, scale, and whether this model really works for most boda boda riders.

Releaf’s biochar production emerged from its origins in food processing, where palm kernel shells are mostly treated as waste despite their economic value.

Research indicates that there is a significant rise in content creators in the country, particularly among the youth. The 2024 South African Influencer Benchmark Report reveals that the country hosts over 75,000 influencers across various niches, including fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and travel.  These findings underscore the expanding opportunities within South Africa’s digital content creation landscape, […]

Lenders are increasingly employing tech systems that use customers’ data to calculate their credit score and determine  how much they can afford to borrow.

SafePay, a relatively new, rapidly growing ransomware group observed in November 2024, has overtaken other threats this month to emerge as the most prevalent actor on the top ransomware group list, according to Check Point Software Technologies’ Global Threat Index for May 2025, an AI-powered, cloud-delivered cybersecurity platform provider.  The group operates a double extortion […]

On May 25, 2025, Madagascar officially inked a landmark $90 million agreement with Israeli agritech company LR Group Ltd, signaling a major step toward modernizing the country’s agricultural sector. The deal, signed in Tel Aviv by Madagascar’s Secretary of State for the Presidency in charge of food sovereignty, aims to develop a sprawling smart farming […] The post gascar Partners with Israeli Firm on $90 Million Smart Agriculture Initiative appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Cyber criminals are estimated to send around 3.4 billion emails daily, disguised to appear as if they are from reliable sources. This amounts to more than one trillion phishing emails every year, an issue that most traditional encryption tools do not address. According to the FBI, scams using business emails have cost over $43 billion […]

The proposed restructuring will transfer MTN Mobile Money Uganda to a new entity owned by MTN Group Fintech Holdings B.V. and a trust acting on behalf of the minority shareholders of MTN.

Moustapha Cissé perceives artificial intelligence not as an impending danger, but as an instrument to elevate Africa. This pioneering AI researcher has dedicated years to demonstrating how technology can tackle the continent’s distinct issues such as deficiencies in healthcare, agricultural productivity challenges, and educational obstacles while concurrently dismantling the inherent biases frequently found in AI […] The post Moustapha Cissé Pioneering AI for African Progress appeared first on Tech In Africa.

When considering the global blockchain revolution, most people envision Silicon Valley, Asia’s prominent crypto centers, or even El Salvador’s Bitcoin venture. Not many would typically think of Nigeria, which is a considerable oversight, as this country is swiftly becoming a leading force in the blockchain and cryptocurrency landscape. In Nigeria, blockchain’s significance extends beyond mere […] The post Nigeria’s Rise as a Blockchain Powerhouse appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Kenya’s proposed 1.5% tax on crypto transactions may disrupt its fintech leadership and drive startups and talent abroad, affecting Africa’s digital integration. Kenya’s revised 1.5% crypto transaction tax risks more than just revenue loss, it could weaken its fintech leadership, push startups abroad, and hinder Africa’s digital economy. As Parliament debates the Digital Asset Tax […] The post Kenya’s Crypto Tax Gamble Threatens Africa’s Digital and Fintech Future appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Meta Platforms Inc. is said to be nearing a deal to invest over $10 billion in Scale AI, a rapidly expanding artificial intelligence startup. If completed, it would mark one of the biggest private funding rounds on record and Meta’s largest external AI investment so far  signaling a strategic departure from its usual focus on […] The post Meta’s $10 Billion Move to Back Scale AI Signals New AI Strategy appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The new billing model, first hinted at in a June 3, 2025, customer notice issued by Sterling Bank and United Bank for Africa (UBA), states that each USSD session will cost ₦6.98 per 120 seconds.

Recital, a Lagos-based startup, aims to streamline and automate the reconciliation process, reducing the time, cost, and errors involved in resolving failed bank transfers for businesses and customers alike.

The telecom says this growth was fueled by strong subscriber expansion, with 13.4%, nearly three million new mobile users joining its network.

At its core, Itana is a response to the urgent need to modernise how Nigeria—and indeed Africa—enables business growth in a global digital economy.