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Truecaller is under investigation in South Africa for potential breaches of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). The probe could redefine how digital platforms handle user and non-user data across Africa.Truecaller Faces Backlash in South Africa Over Alleged Privacy Violations
Don Jazzy donates ₦20 million to “The Tech Access Project,” an initiative aiming to empower 10,000 Nigerian youths with laptops and digital skills. Learn how the project plans to boost Nigeria’s tech ecosystem.Don Jazzy Donates ₦20 Million to Empower 10,000 Nigerian Youths with Laptops
Climate Tech is not so much a ‘sector’ per se as it covers a wide range of use casesAfrica’s Must-Attend Tech & Startup Events — November 2025
Nigerian game designer Ideon Uwem, founder of Novatrax Studio, shares his journey from learning design in Edo State to creating culture-rich African games like Aki and Pawpaw Epic Run, his breakthrough project with over 400,000 downloads.Aki and Pawpaw Epic Run Was My Breakthrough Moment – Nigerian Designer Building Culture-Driven Gaming Startup
Nigerian-owned SoftTalk Messenger has unveiled a monetisation programme empowering African creators to earn from engagement and community building while maintaining user privacy and security.SoftTalk Messenger Launches Monetisation for African Content Creators
Truecaller is under investigation in South Africa for potential breaches of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). The probe could redefine how digital platforms handle user and non-user data across Africa.Truecaller Faces Backlash in South Africa Over Alleged Privacy Violations
Don Jazzy donates ₦20 million to “The Tech Access Project,” an initiative aiming to empower 10,000 Nigerian youths with laptops and digital skills. Learn how the project plans to boost Nigeria’s tech ecosystem.Don Jazzy Donates ₦20 Million to Empower 10,000 Nigerian Youths with Laptops
Climate Tech is not so much a ‘sector’ per se as it covers a wide range of use casesAfrica’s Must-Attend Tech & Startup Events — November 2025
Nigerian game designer Ideon Uwem, founder of Novatrax Studio, shares his journey from learning design in Edo State to creating culture-rich African games like Aki and Pawpaw Epic Run, his breakthrough project with over 400,000 downloads.Aki and Pawpaw Epic Run Was My Breakthrough Moment – Nigerian Designer Building Culture-Driven Gaming Startup
Nigerian-owned SoftTalk Messenger has unveiled a monetisation programme empowering African creators to earn from engagement and community building while maintaining user privacy and security.SoftTalk Messenger Launches Monetisation for African Content Creators

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Netflix moves against Showmaxx, introduces cheaper mobile only subscription in Nigeria, Africa

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The six largest tech stocks by market capitalization lost more than $1 trillion over the last 3-day trading sessions…

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Airtel speaks on its readiness for 5G technology in Nigeria

Airtel Africa Plc said it is almost fully ready for the implementation of the 5G network. Chief Executive Officer, Raghunath Mandava, disclosed this during the…

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Jack Ma’s fintech firm is set for IPO, signalling prospects for Nigerian fintechs

Ant Financial Services Group, the fintech subsidiary of Jack Ma’s Alibaba Group, is set for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) on both the Hong Kong…

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NITDA launches technology and entrepreneurship scheme

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has launched its Technology Innovation & Entrepreneurship Scheme that is specially designed for Information and Communication Technology (ICT)…

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Facebook’s shares up by 1.2% after it acquires GIPHY

The shares of Facebook increased by 1.2% when it closed at $209.19 after the Friday trading session at the New York Stock Exchange….

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NCC creates digital economy department to harness technology in Nigeria

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved the creation of a Digital Economy Department, which will be responsible for promoting the digital economic agenda of…

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OPay has announced plans to take legal action against Prophet Aliyu Barnabas, who claimed the fintech app would crash in 2026. The company dismissed the prophecy as false and misleading, assuring users that their funds remain safe and insured.

Opay shuts down other business arms to focus mainly on fintech

Opay announced this afternoon that it would be shutting down some of its business units (for now) to focus only on financial technology services….

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Even at this time when funding has been stunted, Yele Bademosi is optimistic about the future of the ecosystem

KPMG, PwC, Accenture prepare to become Crypto auditors

KPMG, PwC, Accenture prepare to become Crypto auditors…

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Google, Facebook extend remote working for employees

Google and Facebook have announced their intentions to open their physical office spaces soon, though employees are allowed to decide to work remotely….

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Climate Tech is not so much a ‘sector’ per se as it covers a wide range of use cases

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Nigerian game designer Ideon Uwem, founder of Novatrax Studio, shares his journey from learning design in Edo State to creating culture-rich African games like Aki and Pawpaw Epic Run, his breakthrough project with over 400,000 downloads.

Aki and Pawpaw Epic Run Was My Breakthrough Moment – Nigerian Designer Building Culture-Driven Gaming Startup

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