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.

Côte d’Ivoire’s state-backed investment arm, CDC-CI Capital, has injected 800 million CFA francs (approximately $1.4 million) into local payments startup Julaya through a convertible bond agreement, which was signed on October 17, 2025. This move marks a significant step in the Ivorian government’s efforts to support homegrown tech ventures, particularly those in the fintech sector, […] The post Côte d’Ivoire’s CDC-CI Capital Invests $1.4 Million in Payments Startup Julaya to Boost Regional Expansion appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Diacente Group, a prominent Ugandan developer specializing in green industrial zones, has announced a strategic partnership with the US-based Global Settlement Network (GSN) to launch an ambitious $5.5 billion project aimed at building national digital infrastructure across Uganda. This landmark initiative will connect farms, mines, power projects, and factories throughout the country, helping to modernize […] The post Uganda’s Diacente Group Teams Up with GSN for $5.5B Digital Infrastructure and CBDC Launch appeared first on Tech In Africa.

After nearly seven years, Inseco, a Cape Town-based insect protein startup, has shut down its operations and sold its assets to industry partners, marking a significant setback for the emerging insect agriculture sector. The closure of the company comes just three years after it raised one of South Africa’s largest seed rounds—$5.3 million—meant to help […] The post Inseco, South Africa’s Leading Insect Protein Startup, Shuts Down After Struggling with Power Crisis and Operational Challenges appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Yakeey, a Moroccan proptech startup with ambitions to revolutionize the country’s real estate sector, is set to secure up to $7 million in funding as part of its Series A round. The investment will come from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank Group. This funding aims to accelerate […] The post Moroccan Proptech Startup Yakeey Secures Up to $7M in Series A Funding from IFC appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Madica, the Africa-focused structured investment program affiliated with Flourish Ventures, has unveiled new investments in two AI-powered startups—Anavid (Tunisia) and Hypeo AI (Morocco). Both companies will receive up to USD 200K and join Madica’s 18-month program. This program combines funding with tailored mentorship, executive coaching, global investor access, and fully-funded immersion trips to accelerate growth. […] The post Madica Invests Up to $200K in AI Startups Anavid (Tunisia) and Hypeo AI (Morocco) appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Amazon Web Services (AWS), the cloud computing division of Amazon, suffered a significant service disruption on Monday, crippling access to several major digital platforms and applications worldwide, including Snapchat, Canva, Zoom, and Roblox. According to a statement from the company, the outage originated from its US East Coast region, one of its largest operational zones. […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

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  The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) has announced plans to commence a nationwide SIM card registration exercise in November 2025. This initiative forms part of a national campaign aimed at strengthening digital security and combating mobile-related fraud. In preparation for the rollout, MACRA has launched a comprehensive public awareness campaign across the southern region […] The post Malawi to Launch Nationwide SIM Registration to Curb Mobile Fraud appeared first on Tech In Africa.

SpaceX’s satellite internet division, Starlink, has announced an investment of nearly R2 billion (approximately $116 million USD) to expand its operations in South Africa. This initiative aims to deliver high-speed internet to underserved areas while aligning with the country’s Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) regulations. To meet South Africa’s telecom licensing requirements—which stipulate that 30% […] The post Starlink Invests $116M in South Africa Connectivity appeared first on Tech In Africa.

On Tuesday, October 14, Nigerian startup Rana Energy announced that it has secured $3 million in pre-seed funding to scale its AI-powered clean energy platform. The funding round included $500,000 in equity from Techstars, EchoVC Eco, and several angel investors, along with a ₦2.5 million green debt facility arranged by Optimum Global and backed by […] The post Rana Energy Secures $3M for AI Clean Power appeared first on Tech In Africa.

OpenAI has officially chosen the University of Lagos (UNILAG) as the location for its first-ever Artificial Intelligence Academy in Africa, a milestone that strengthens the university’s reputation as a leading hub for innovation, research, and global collaboration on the continent. The announcement took place during the opening ceremony of UNILAG’s 2025 International Week, held in […] The post OpenAI Launches Africa’s First AI Academy at UNILAG, Signaling a New Era for Inclusive Innovation on the Continent appeared first on Tech In Africa.

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Africa is undergoing one of the fastest urban transformations in the world. With more than 1.46 billion people and cities expanding at unprecedented speed, the continent’s mobility needs are skyrocketing — bringing both immense challenges and unparalleled opportunities for electric mobility (e-mobility) innovators. At Africa E-Mobility Week 2025, Charlène Kouassi, Director of Movin’On Africa, shared […] The post Africa Poised to Lead the Next Mobility Revolution: Insights from Charlène Kouassi at Africa E-Mobility Week 2025 appeared first on Tech In Africa.