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Nigerian Airspace Management Agency Upgrades Air Travel Safety

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Umba Raises $5M to Boost Car and SME Loans in Kenya

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PalmPay Debit Card Launches, To Boost Financial Inclusion

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Tinubu Approves N20bn For NASRDA’s Space Regulation In Nigeria

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NITDA and Doballi Partner to Boost Global Job Access for Nigerian Tech Talents

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Nigerian Religious Leaders Urge NASS to Regulate AI

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NCC Approves 50% Tariff Hike for Telecom Operators Amid Economic Pressures

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MTN and ipNX Lead Nigeria’s Internet Speed Rankings in Latest Ookla Report

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M-KOPA Triumphs in Trademark Dispute Against Former Agent

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Airtel Money Gains Ground as M-PESA’s Grip on Kenya’s Mobile Money Market Loosens

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Lemfi Expands Into Europe With Strategic Acquisition of Irish Currency Exchange Bureau

Governance and Regulation Telecommunications

Nigeria’s Telecom Industry Faces $11.3 Billion Setback Amid Tariff Delays

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Uber-Backed Moove Expands Global Reach with Kovi Acquisition

Fintech Startups

Bento CEO Steps Down Amid EFCC, LIRS Probe, Surrenders Equity

Banking

GTBank Secures Court Order to Recover ₦1.9 Billion Lost to Transaction Error

Connectivity Governance and Regulation Telecommunications

Nigerian Telcos Seek Approval for 100% Tariff Increase Amid Rising Costs

Ride Hailing Startups

Morocco’s Enakl Redefines Daily Commutes with Smart Shared Transport

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Egypt’s Fintech Scene Evolves as oliv Secures Groundbreaking License

Logistics Tech Startups

Kenyan Startup Roadrims Bridges the Gap Between Cargo Owners and Drivers

Ecommerce MSME Startups

Blockchain Social Commerce Platform Ajé Gains Momentum in Nigeria

Governance and Regulation

Nigeria Pushes Financial Inclusion with National Credit Guarantee Firm

Cybersecurity Governance and Regulation

Nigeria Tightens Data Privacy Rules Ahead of 2025

Governance and Regulation Telecommunications

Kenyan Regulators Call Out Unlicensed Internet Providers

Governance and Regulation

Egypt Tackles Mobile Phone Smuggling With New Tech Initiative

Med-Tech

Nigeria’s PBR Life Sciences Aims to Bridge Africa’s Healthcare Data Gap

Artificial Intelligence Fintech Startups

Moroccan Startup Talaty Aims to Revolutionise SMB Financing

Agritech Startups

Kenyan Startup VunaPay Revolutionises Payments for Farmers

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South African Startups Invited to Apply for $16.5m Khulisani Ventures Fund

Governance and Regulation Telecommunications

Telecom Tariffs in Nigeria Set for Major Hike in 2025

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Starlink’s Price Hike Sparks Concern Among Nigerian Users

Governance and Regulation

Congo Takes Apple to Court Over Conflict Minerals

Cybersecurity

Nigeria’s National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) Confirms Cyberattack on Its Website

Business and Tech

Cassava Secures $90M Funding to Fuel African Digital Growth

Connectivity Startups

Host Africa Sets Sights on Nigeria with GO54 Acquisition

Banking Fintech

Nubank Invests $150M in South African Digital Bank Tyme, Propelling Global Expansion

Governance and Regulation

 Court Blocks ₦60 Billion Fine on Facebook Pending Further Hearing

Startups

Morocco’s Z Raises $1.5 Million to Revolutionise FMCG Supply Chain

Artificial Intelligence Startups

Nigerian Drone Company Terrahaptix Expands Its Reach to South Africa

Business and Tech Startups

Equator Africa Fund Lands $5M Boost for Climate Startups

MSME Startups

1Vault: A Game-Changer for Nigeria’s Small Businesses

Banking Fintech Telecommunications

MTN Looks to Expand Into South Africa’s Banking Sector

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Cash Shortages Persist in Nigeria as CBN Targets Banks and Currency Hawkers

Governance and Regulation

South Africa: FSCA Approves 248 New Crypto Licences Amid Stricter Regulations

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Yango’s In-App Loans Aim to Empower Côte d’Ivoire’s Gig Drivers

Governance and Regulation

Kenya Proposes New Tax Rules for Content Creators

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Juicyway Exits Stealth with $3 Million Funding After Processing $1.3B in Payments

Events

All Eyes on Nairobi as Africa Tech Summit Prepares for February Kickoff

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Debt Facility Boosts African Fintechs as Cauris Finance Secures $40m

Business and Tech

South Africa’s Good People Data Company Gains Financial Backing for Expansion

Connectivity

Senegal’s LAfricaMobile Expands Series A Round, to Bolster AI and Growth Across Africa

Agritech Med-Tech

SunCulture and Turaco Join Forces to Protect Kenyan Farmers From Climate Risks

Ecommerce Fintech

Jumia and PalmPay Unite to Simplify Online Payments

Fintech

Flutterwave Faces Fresh Scandal as Nigerian Police Arrest Customers in ₦11 Billion Fraud Case

Telecommunications

Huawei Strengthens African Growth Strategy with Nigeria Cloud Launch

Connectivity

Starlink Launches in Cape Verde as Analysts Discuss What It Means for the Country’s Digital Future

Future Tech

Kenya’s People Daily Ends Print Era, Embraces Digital Future

Banking

Kenyan Banks Lower Lending Rates Amid Central Bank Pressure

Fintech

Nigerian Fintech Billboxx Secures $1.6 Million to Solve SME Cash Flow Issues

Artificial Intelligence

Africa’s Growing AI Hubs Poised to Shape Global Innovation

Ed-tech

African Startups Make Waves as Moove Partners with Waymo

Events

Africa’s Startups Get Boost as Seedstars Africa Ventures Hits $42 Million Milestone

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Kenya’s VunaPay Triumphs at Latitude59 African Pitch Competition

Startups

Ghana’s SAYeTECH Wins Big in MEST Africa Challenge

Connectivity

AfriLabs Crosses 500 Members, Strengthening Africa’s Innovation Landscape

Fintech

Konnect Gains Momentum with Renew Capital Investment

Startups

TCVP Fuels African Startups with $250K Cheques and Pan-Regional Expertise

Events

Tanzania to Host 6th Ocean Innovation Africa Summit in February

Startups

HUB2 Secures $8.4 Million to Revolutionise Francophone Africa’s Payment Systems

Startups

Enakl Secures $1.4 Million to Revolutionise Mobility in Morocco

Banking

Access Bank Aims to Transform African Remittance with New Payment Rail

Ed-tech

AltSchool Ventures into Europe, Broadening Its Global Reach

Future Tech

MTN South Africa Goes Green with Biodegradable SIM Cards

Telecommunications

Nigeria’s Telecom Tax Faces Fierce Opposition Amid Legal Battle

Startups

Netflix Shuts Down Exit Rumours, Reaffirms Commitment to Nigeria

Science

Gauteng Taking A Step Towards Smarter Healthcare With E-Health Revolution

Connectivity

Zambia Launches Nationwide Free Wi-Fi to Bridge the Digital Divide

Business and Tech

Eazy Way Rides Looks To Bridge the Gap in South Africa’s Gig Economy

Electric Vehicles

PickApp’s Bold EV Initiative Set to Transform Togo’s Mobility Scene

Ed-tech

Mastercard Foundation Invites Applications for Third EdTech Fellowship in Kenya

Events

New Initiative Aims to Empower Women and Youth in Nigeria’s Creative Industry

Fintech

Visa Picks 19 Startups for Third Africa Fintech Accelerator Programme

Ecommerce

Keep IT Cool Secures Acumen Investment to Scale Sustainable Refrigeration Across Africa

Business and Tech

Sylndr Secures $7.45 Million to Revolutionise Egypt’s Used Car Market

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Senegal’s Solarbox Secures $1 Million Pre-Seed Funding for E-Mobility Innovations

Banking Cybersecurity

Hackers Breach Uganda’s Central Bank, Steal $17 Million

Connectivity

Namibia Halts Starlink Operations Over Licensing Dispute

Fintech

Bitmama Suspends Virtual Card Services, Cites Provider Issues

Fintech

OPay Joins Forces with Paystack to Revolutionise Nigerian Payments

Banking

Access Bank Acquires Standard Chartered’s Branches in Angola and Sierra Leone Expansion Operation

Banking

Nigerian Banks Confront Rising Insider Fraud as 49 Employees Dismissed in Q2 2024

Business and Tech

Raknida Secures $100k Grant, Plots US Expansion Plans

Ecommerce

Chinese eCommerce Giant Temu Launches in Nigeria Amid Marketing Frenzy

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Big Tech Teams Up to Revolutionise AI in African Languages

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Nigeria Mulls New Telecom Dominance Study, As NCC Seeks to Ensure Fair Competition

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GTBank Apologizes For Week-Long Service Outage That Left Customers Struggling After System Overhaul

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Safaricom Gets Regulatory Approval As Kenyan Investors Eye New Money Market Fund

Banking

Nigeria’s Central Bank Tightens Grip with Fresh Interest Rate Hike

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UAC Launches 1879 Tech Hub to Drive Africa’s Digital Revolution

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Africa’s Tech Hub Takes Shape, As Kenya Leads the Way in Smartphone Production

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MasterCard and NAT team up to boost Africa’s digital inclusion

Cybersecurity Startups

Check Point Bolsters African Presence with New Regional Director

Startups

Merchants Brings Jobs and Hope to Alexandra

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A New Era Beckons for Zambia Content Creators as Parliament Seeks Fair Compensation for Social Media Usage

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SpaceX’s Satellite Internet Service Faces Hurdles in Nigeria

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Schneider Electric Launches E-commerce Platform in East Africa

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Adebisi Ajibade Recognized for Innovation and Leadership

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Nigeria Mulls New Telecom Dominance Study As NCC Seeks to Ensure Fair Competition

Ecommerce

Word of Mouth Drives E-commerce Growth in South African Townships

Electric Vehicles

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Connectivity

WhatsApp Introduces Voice Transcription feature for Voice Messages

Connectivity Telecommunications

MTN Shows Ambition with Satellite Expansion Plan

Startups

Nigerian Startup PaidHR Eyes $1.5M Seed Round Amid Cross-Border Payroll Expansion

Connectivity

Ghana and The Gambia Lead the Way as West Africa Moves Toward Digital Unity

Cybersecurity

Egypt Plans 2025 Leap Towards Digital Payment Security With Tokenisation

Artificial Intelligence

Zimbabwe Leads Africa with AI-Powered Traffic Management Solution in Harare

Fintech

Hisa Co-Founder Steps Down After Risevest Acquisition

Fintech Startups

African Remittance Marketplace Zazuu Shuts Down Amid Funding Struggles

Cryptocurrency

Yellow Card Expands Its African Footprint, Secures South African Crypto License

Artificial Intelligence

Backed by Former Jumia CEO, New AI Startup JADA Looks to Bridge Africa’s Global Talent Gap

Fintech Startups

NALA Eyes Rwanda as a Regional Settlement Hub

Cryptocurrency

Crypto Meets Real Estate: South Africans Can Now Buy Property With Digital Assets

Fintech Telecommunications

MTN and Police Team Up to Stop OTP Scam Syndicate

Telecommunications

MTN Nigeria’s Commercial Paper Issuance Exceeds Expectations

Future Tech

iHub Unveils New Nairobi HQ to Propel African Tech Innovation

Banking Fintech

Moniepoint Eyes Major Shift with Bid for Commercial Banking Licence

Telecommunications

MTN Nigeria Names New CTO and CMO

Fintech

Africhange Secures CBN Licence to Simplify Remittances

Artificial Intelligence Startups

Youth Career Platform VOCO Helping to Tackle Unemployment in South Africa

Logistics Tech

Egyptian Startup Tafweela Aims to Disrupt Fleet Payments with T-Vencubator’s Backing

Events Startups

Five Game-Changing African Startups Shine at Orange Social Venture Awards

Business and Tech

Salesforce Eyes Nigeria for Regional Expansion, Hires Business Development Lead

Fintech

End of an Era as Accrue Ends Stock Investment Feature

Fintech Telecommunications

Camtel Moves To Disrupt Cameroon’s Mobile Money Market With A Grand Entry

Ecommerce Logistics Tech

Tantalizers’ Online Sales Tumble Drastically as Challenges Mount

Fintech

Carbon Resumes Card Issuance in Nigeria After Six-Month Pause

Banking Business and Tech

Access Bank Expands Global Reach with Afrasia Bank Acquisition

Startups

Bootstrap Europe Expands African Presence to Back High-Growth Startups

Fintech

New Remittance App by Nigerian Wealth-Tech Bamboo Eases Money Transfers to Nigeria

Startups

Google’s New Accelerator Cohort to Fuel Tech Innovation Across Africa

Fintech Startups Telecommunications

Zambia’s Unbanked Gain Access to Instant Credit Through New Airtel Partnership

Science Startups

Nigerian Healthtech Giant MDaaS Expands to Francophone Africa with First Clinic in Cameroon

Ecommerce Logistics Tech

Africa’s B2B Logistics Takes a Tech Leap with Kobo360’s New HaulSight Platform

Business and Tech Logistics Tech

Bolt Removes 5,000 Drivers in 2023, Introduces New Safety Measures

Banking Fintech

Bank of Ghana Suspends TapTap Send Over Foreign Exchange Violations

Cybersecurity Telecommunications

Telegram Faces Temporary Shutdown in Kenya Over Exam Cheating Concerns

Business and Tech

MultiChoice Nigeria Reports Loss of 243,000 Subscribers Amid Economic Strain, As More People Embrace Streaming

Connectivity

Starlink to Elevate Chad’s Digital Access with Satellite Internet Services

Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity

TikTok’s Content Moderation Faces Cultural Challenges in Africa Amid Rising Video Takedowns In Kenya

Telecommunications

Kenya’s Largest Telco, Safricom, Takes a Stand Against Nation Media Group

Ecommerce

Morocco’s Neighbourhood Retailers to Go Digital with New Chari-Orange Partnership

Fintech

ChitChat: Expanding Social Commerce Beyond Africa

Business and Tech Science

Zimbabwe’s New $1 Healthcare Plan Could Transform Access to Medical Aid

Cybersecurity

WhatsApp Group Admins To Require Licenses in Zimbabwe

Artificial Intelligence Fintech

Kenya’s Lending Sector Sees a Game-Changer as Lendsqr Expands with AI-Powered Platform

Events Future Tech

Why Nigeria’s Tech Sector Focuses on Talent Over Resources— NITDA DG

Business and Tech Electric Vehicles

South Africa’s First Electric Minibus Taxis Signal New Era in Public Transport

Business and Tech Ed-tech

New African-Asian Edtech Venture Looks to Transform Education Across Continents

Events

African Startups Eye $1M Prize as Africa Tech Festival 2024 Kicks Off in Cape Town

Banking Cybersecurity Fintech MSME

Safaricom’s New Insurance Licence Set to Transform M-Pesa Services

Artificial Intelligence Business and Tech Fintech MSME

Visa Strengthens African Fintech with Strategic Investments in Four Startups

Banking Cybersecurity Fintech

Safaricom CEO Refutes Claims of Sharing Customer Data with Government Agencies

Business and Tech Ecommerce

Jumia Tightens Operations After Reporting $20.1 Million Loss in Q3 2024

Artificial Intelligence Business and Tech Logistics Tech

Egyptian Wellness Startup WellPal Secures Funding and Relocates to Saudi Arabia

Business and Tech Future Tech Logistics Tech

Ghana’s Tendo Technologies Acquires Shopa— to Transform Supply Chain Infrastructure in Africa

Business and Tech Fintech

Kenyan Fintech Chumz Expands to Rwanda After Reaching 200,000 Users

Banking Cybersecurity Fintech

KCB Group Faces $7.7 Million Overdraft Crisis Following Data Migration Glitch

Banking

FBN Holdings Launches ₦150 Billion Rights Issue, Plans Further ₦300 Billion Capital Raise

Banking Fintech

Moniepoint’s New Hire Fuels Speculation of Commercial Bank Ambitions

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Safaricom Boss Tops NSE Pay Charts with $2.2 Million

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Intra-African Trade Fair 2025: 20 Lagos SMEs to Attend

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Bitchat App Offers Encrypted Messaging Without the Internet

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Keystone Bank Rallies SMEs Across Nigeria

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Lagos Overtakes Global Cities in Tech Growth

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CBEX: Suspected Promoters Face Trial Over Crypto Fraud Claims

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Fintech

AfriGO Card Pushes Nigeria Toward Payment Independence