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Emtel’s AI, Fintech Push Drives Revenue Growth, Boosts Profitability
Telkom Boosts Digital Education with ICT Lab Relaunch at Sitoza Senior Secondary
Cognita Rolls Out Digital Learning Platform Across UAE Schools
MTN South Africa Donates Digital Devices to Support Learning at Qibing Secondary School
Egypt Deepens Investment Reforms with Data-Driven Strategy, IFC Partnership
Emtel’s AI, Fintech Push Drives Revenue Growth, Boosts Profitability
Telkom Boosts Digital Education with ICT Lab Relaunch at Sitoza Senior Secondary
Cognita Rolls Out Digital Learning Platform Across UAE Schools
MTN South Africa Donates Digital Devices to Support Learning at Qibing Secondary School
Egypt Deepens Investment Reforms with Data-Driven Strategy, IFC Partnership

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Google will pay $40 million to support South Africa’s struggling news industry after a Competition Commission probe accused the tech giant of dominating digital advertising and disadvantaging local publishers.

Google to Pay $40 Million to South African Media After Competition Probe

Google will pay $40 million to support South Africa’s struggling news industry after a Competition Commission probe accused the tech giant of dominating digital advertising…

By: Wura Obadare

The House of Representatives has asked the Federal Government to suspend WAEC’s planned transition to Computer-Based Testing (CBT) in 2026 and shift it to the 2029/2030 session, citing inadequate infrastructure and potential harm to students.

House of Reps Urges FG to Delay WAEC CBT Adoption From 2026 to 2030

The House of Representatives has asked the Federal Government to suspend WAEC’s planned transition to Computer-Based Testing (CBT) in 2026 and shift it to the…

By: Wura Obadare

Nigerian banks are directing customers to link their accounts to a National Identification Number (NIN) or Tax Identification Number (Tax ID) before January 1, 2026, in line with the new Nigerian Tax Administration Act (NTAA) 2025 to prevent transaction restrictions.

Nigerian Banks Urge Customers to Link Accounts to NIN or Tax ID Before 2026 to Avoid Restrictions

Nigerian banks are directing customers to link their accounts to a National Identification Number (NIN) or Tax Identification Number (Tax ID) before January 1, 2026,…

By: Ovie George

Media mogul Nduka Obaigbena has announced Lekeleke, a new African-owned social media platform launching in January 2026, aimed at disrupting U.S. and China’s dominance and redefining digital content distribution across the continent.

Obaigbena Unveils Lekeleke, Africa’s New Social Media Platform to Challenge Global Tech Giants

Media mogul Nduka Obaigbena has announced Lekeleke, a new African-owned social media platform launching in January 2026, aimed at disrupting U.S. and China’s dominance and…

By: Cynthia Okafor

Paystack has suspended co-founder Ezra Olubi over an alleged sexual misconduct incident involving a subordinate. The company has launched an independent investigation as decade-old explicit tweets resurface, intensifying public scrutiny.

Paystack Suspends Co-Founder Ezra Olubi Over Sexual Misconduct Allegation as Old Tweets Resurface

Paystack has suspended co-founder Ezra Olubi over an alleged sexual misconduct incident involving a subordinate. The company has launched an independent investigation as decade-old explicit…

By: Adamu Garba

Nigeria’s NYSC portal continues to crash during mobilisation cycles, causing delays, missed registrations, and emotional and financial strain for graduates. Technical analysis reveals outdated infrastructure behind the recurring failures.

Every Click Is a Gamble: NYSC Portal Glitches Leave Nigerian Graduates Paying the Price

Nigeria’s NYSC portal continues to crash during mobilisation cycles, causing delays, missed registrations, and emotional and financial strain for graduates. Technical analysis reveals outdated infrastructure…

By: Ovie George

FCCPC Sets January 5, 2026 Deadline for Digital Lending Regulation Compliance in Nigeria

The FCCPC has mandated all digital lending operators in Nigeria to comply with the 2025 Digital, Electronic, Online and Non-Traditional Consumer Lending Regulations by January…

By: Adamu Garba

The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled an AI-powered WhatsApp chatbot designed to connect young Nigerians to real-time mentorship, job opportunities, and verified information—aiming to reach one million youths annually

FG Launches AI-Powered WhatsApp Chatbot to Boost Youth Employment and Mentorship in Nigeria

The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled an AI-powered WhatsApp chatbot designed to connect young Nigerians to real-time mentorship, job opportunities, and verified information—aiming to…

By: Adamu Garba

Africhange partners with Griffin to launch UK GBP bank accounts and becomes one of the first Payment Service Providers registered by the Bank of Canada—marking a major step in its global fintech expansio

Africhange Launches UK Bank Accounts and Secures Bank of Canada Registration

Africhange partners with Griffin to launch UK GBP bank accounts and becomes one of the first Payment Service Providers registered by the Bank of Canada—marking…

By: Wura Obadare

At DataFest Africa 2025 in Lagos, the Nigeria AI Collective launched major initiatives—including a National AI Repository, Hackathon, and Startup Community—to accelerate ethical AI innovation, collaboration, and capacity building across Nigeria.

Nigeria AI Collective Unveils Bold Initiatives to Drive AI Innovation and Collaboration at DataFest Africa 2025

At DataFest Africa 2025 in Lagos, the Nigeria AI Collective launched major initiatives—including a National AI Repository, Hackathon, and Startup Community—to accelerate ethical AI innovation,…

By: Cynthia Okafor

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