Smart Shopping App That’s Changing How We Buy Let’s be honest, nobody enjoys realizing they spent too much after a grocery run. With inflation outpacing income for… TechCity

According to the findings from a recent Kaspersky survey*, among respondents from South Africa, over half (54%) of children aged 11-17 years old hide their online activities from their parents and other grown-ups. To do this, 28% of youngsters set passwords on all their devices, while 21% clear the browsing history after each access to […]

AI-powered agents are rapidly transforming how South African businesses operate, from chatbots managing customer inquiries to automated systems processing financial transactions. While these AI-driven assistants increase efficiency and reduce operational costs, they also present a new, and often underestimated, cybersecurity challenge: identity management. Without proper oversight, AI agents can be compromised, leading to data breaches, […]

Ahead of World Malaria Day, Target Malaria, a not-for-profit research consortium pioneering genetic technologies for malaria control, hosted a live demonstration this month of its educational video game, Target Malaria: The Game. This interactive tool is reshaping how science is communicated by making complex genetic technologies accessible, engaging, and fun. Originally launched at the end […]

The increase, driven by higher transfer volumes, increased reliance on mobile apps, and card usage across retail channels, is reshaping the traditional profit model of banking in Nigeria.

The increase, driven by higher transfer volumes, increased reliance on mobile apps, and card usage across retail channels, is reshaping the traditional profit model of banking in Nigeria.

The newly released NETSCOUT Threat Intelligence Report for July to December 2024 reveals a complex and contrasting distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack landscape across southern Africa. According to the report, South Africa, Mauritius and Angola were among the most heavily targeted nations over the second half of last year, while countries like Zambia, Eswatini and Zimbabwe experienced […]

An internal memo from February 2025 initially outlined plans to cut 55 roles across Tala’s recovery and customer service teams, citing operational shifts and efficiency measures. That figure was later revised to 28 in April.

In partnership with Lire en Français اقرأ هذا باللغة العربية Good morning! ☀️️️ Good morning from Marrakesh, where our senior editor, Ganiu Oloruntade, is attending Africa’s biggest tech and startup show, GITEX Africa. If you’re in Morocco, please say hi to Ganiu.  CBN halts Access Bank’s NBK acquisition GITEX Africa: Morocco is betting big on […]

LG Electronics Illuminates the Future of African Art at +234Art Fair In a dazzling fusion of culture and technology, LG Electronics has taken center stage as a premier patron of African art at this year’s prestigious +234Art Fair. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Nigeria’s contemporary art scene, the annual fair is more than just an exhibition—it is a cultural movement, uniting artists, collectors, and tastemakers in a shared celebration of expression, heritage, and innovation. TechCity

In a live demo seen by TechCabal, it took just 17 seconds to send £1 from a Monieworld account to a Moniepoint account, which received ₦2,172.

is integrating its browser AI, Aria, into Opera Mini, bringing advanced AI-powered capabilities to more than 100 million users worldwide—many in data-conscious markets like Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa.

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has suspended the rollout of Postbank’s new black South African Social Security Agency (SASSA payment card), throwing the distribution of monthly social grants to over 28 million beneficiaries into uncertainty. The new cards were meant to replace the ageing gold cards used by SASSA grant recipients, one of Africa’s […]

OpenAI Launches GPT-4.1 OpenAI has officially launched GPT-4.1, the latest version of its multimodal AI model, and it brings significant upgrades… TechCity

Android’s New Auto-Reboot Security Feature Will Protect Locked Devices Android is adding another layer of protection for your personal data with a new auto-reboot security feature that… TechCity

Finding Wisdom in Simplicity Some books do more than tell a story. They become companions during quiet evenings and guides when life grows noisy. Titles about frugal living tend to carry that kind of weight. They do not just offer tips on stretching a coin. They speak to the art of knowing when enough is […]

Stitch, a South Africa-based payments infrastructure startup founded in 2021, has raised $55 million in a Series B round, bringing its  total funding to $107 million within just four years of operation. The funding is aimed at expanding its in-person payment offerings, improving its online payment suite, and facilitating its entry into card acquiring. The […]

After spending ten years traveling across developing countries in both Asia and Africa, Axel Peyriere, the CEO of Auto24—a used car marketplace—began investing in African startups as an angel investor in 2011. In the fourteen years since he started writing cheques for startups on the continent, he has backed more than 30 companies, including Julaya, […] The post From Founder to Angel: How Axel Peyriere is Shaping Africa’s Tech Ecosystem appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Glynn Capital, Flourish Ventures, and Norrsken22 participated in the round, joining existing investors Ribbit Capital, PayPal Ventures, The Raba Partnership, and Firstminute Capital. Stitch made its public debut in February 2021 and has since raised a total of $107 million in funding. The company’s comprehensive payment solutions are already in use by major enterprise businesses […] The post Stitch Secures $50M in Series B Funding to Expand Payment Solutions Across Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The National Communications Authority (NCA) of Somalia has officially approved Starlink’s operational license, allowing the company to commence services in the country. This announcement was made during an official ceremony held in Mogadishu, which saw the presence of both Starlink representatives and government officials. During the launch event, the Director General of the NCA, Mustafa […] The post Somalia Grants Starlink Operational License, Aiming to Bridge Digital Divide appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Zimbabwe’s telecommunications regulator, the Post and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ), is advocating for a new law that would mandate the registration of every mobile phone in the country—not just SIM cards. The aim is to gather and store each device’s unique identifier, the IMEI number, in a national database. The stated purpose? To […] The post Zimbabwe Proposes Mandatory Phone Registration, Raising Surveillance Concerns appeared first on Tech In Africa.

PayPal, a global leader in digital payments and commerce, has announced a strategic collaboration with TerraPay, a worldwide money movement company, to facilitate real-time fund transfers for PayPal users across the Middle East and Africa. This partnership is designed to promote economic development by streamlining cross-border transactions—making them faster, more user-friendly, and widely accessible through […] The post PayPal Partners with TerraPay to Enhance Cross-Border Transactions in Middle East and Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Equinix, a leading global data center provider and the company behind the acquisition of Nigeria’s MainOne, has announced plans to invest $140 million in expanding digital infrastructure across southern Nigeria over the next two years. According to a blog post shared with TechCabal, this investment will fund the construction of a new data center in […] The post Equinix to Invest $140 Million in Southern Nigeria’s Digital Infrastructure appeared first on Tech In Africa.

South Africa boasts a highly diverse economy, supported by a well-educated workforce and a strong culture of entrepreneurship. Its dynamic market, economic variety, global connectivity, and favorable legal environment contribute to its growing appeal among startups. The country’s digital economy is on track to reach nearly £140 billion, with Cape Town emerging as a leading […] The post South Africa’s Growing Startup Scene: Innovation in Every Sector appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Founded in 2019, Verto, a B2B cross-border payments platform, helps businesses send, receive, and exchange money across over 190 countries.

Nigeria’s inflation accelerated in March, reversing the temporary relief seen in February, as festive spending during Eid al-Fitr, and renewed currency depreciation lifted prices across the board. Headline inflation rose to 24.2%, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), up from 23.18% in February. Food inflation declined to 21.79% from its February 23.51% figure, while […]

The platform had promised investors a 100% return on investment within 30 days, a textbook red flag for Ponzi schemes. 

Now in its third edition, GITEX Africa—now solidified as the continent’s biggest tech and startup show—has positioned Morocco as a continental tech hub.

The loss is a 27% increase from 2023’s $1.5 million (KES 205.7 million) loss despite an 11% growth in online subscriptions. The company's board has opted not to declare a dividend for 2024 because of the loss.

Explore how women leaders in Africa are transforming the tech landscape by driving inclusive policies and overcoming unique challenges. The post Impact of Women Leaders on African Tech Ecosystem appeared first on Tech In Africa.

"At the early stage, it's all about the founders and the team. I invest in people solving real, tangible problems in large, underserved markets."

PricePally, a Nigerian online grocery start-up known for group-buying, is testing grocery exports to drive revenue growth after a slump in its B2B segment. Its B2B procurement service, which contributed a quarter of revenue, shrank to 10% in 2024 after a sharp naira devaluation and food inflation.

Nigeria's SEC said that it encountered due diligence delays in issuing new batch of provisional crypto licences. It has no new timeline yet. The delay marks a setback for digital asset startups hoping for faster approval following the SEC’s December 2024 promise to speed up licencing.

Founded by Chinedu Ossai, Dayo Adekanmbi, and Damilola Aluede—former employees of Interswitch, Bolt, Microsoft, and the London Stock Exchange Group—Revwit is setting out to solve a familiar problem:

The investment includes a new data center in Port Harcourt and an expansion of its third data center in Lagos.

The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) is now fully operational, enforcing privacy and data protection compliance in Zambia. Zambia’s data protection legislation, the Data Protection Act 2021 (DPA), came into force in April 2021. Two years later, in June 2023, the country’s first Data Protection Commissioner was appointed as required by the DPA. […]