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MTN MoMo Zambia, Indo Zambia Bank Partner to Expand POS Payments Nationwide
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African startups secured $441.9 million in October 2025, a 217% jump from September. Mega-rounds, securitization deals, and strong fintech and clean energy investments drove the rebound across Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, and South Africa.

African Startup Funding Hits $3.2bn in 2025, Marking Strong VC Recovery

Venture capital investment in African startups climbed to $3.2 billion in 2025, the continent’s strongest performance in three years, according to Africa: The Big Deal….

By: Ovie George

Terra Industries has raised $11.75 million in a landmark seed round led by Silicon Valley investors to expand African-made defence hardware, drones, and AI-powered security systems.

Terra Industries Secures $11.75M Seed Funding to Build Defence Hardware Across Africa

Terra Industries has raised $11.75 million in a landmark seed round led by Silicon Valley investors to expand African-made defence hardware, drones, and AI-powered security…

By: Ovie George

According to a report bythe United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the health crisis linked to the COVID-19 pandemic played a significant role in the use of new educational technologies across Africa.

Top 7 African Remittance Startups to Watch in 2026 as Diaspora Transfers Surge

With Africans sending $56 billion in remittances to Sub-Saharan Africa in 2024, these seven startups—LemFi, NALA, Africhange, Pesa, TapTap Send, Afriex, and Mukuru—are leading the…

By: Ovie George

A Surfshark report shows Nigeria has recorded 23 million email breaches since 2004. Cybersecurity expert Mukaila Temitope Olajumoke outlines seven risky online habits that expose users to hackers — and how to protect your personal data.

7 Online Habits That Put Your Personal Data at Risk

A Surfshark report shows Nigeria has recorded 23 million email breaches since 2004. Cybersecurity expert Mukaila Temitope Olajumoke outlines seven risky online habits that expose…

By: Adamu Garba

Fintech adoption in Nigeria’s agriculture sector is still slow, but digital payments are helping farmers access credit, build financial identities, and connect to wider markets. Here’s how technology is reshaping rural livelihoods.

How Fintech Is Powering Nigeria’s Agricultural Transformation Through Digital Payments

Fintech adoption in Nigeria’s agriculture sector is still slow, but digital payments are helping farmers access credit, build financial identities, and connect to wider markets….

By: Ovie George

A TLP Advisory report reveals Nigerian startups avoid NGX listings due to regulatory barriers, currency mismatch, undervaluation fears, and limited market liquidity, despite the launch of the NGX Technology Board in 2022.

Why Nigerian Startups Shy Away from NGX Listings: TLP Advisory Report

A TLP Advisory report reveals Nigerian startups avoid NGX listings due to regulatory barriers, currency mismatch, undervaluation fears, and limited market liquidity, despite the launch…

By: Ovie George

Fraud in Nigeria’s fintech space is rising fast, fuelled by AI-powered scams and identity theft. In this exclusive interview, VitalSwap’s Compliance Chief, Christopher Gunias, reveals how invisible risk teams battle fraud behind the scenes—and what Nigerians must understand to stay safe.

How Invisible Risk Teams Protect Nigerians from Online Fraud

Fraud in Nigeria’s fintech space is rising fast, fuelled by AI-powered scams and identity theft. In this exclusive interview, VitalSwap’s Compliance Chief, Christopher Gunias, reveals…

By: Ovie George

Digital lenders in Nigeria must secure full FCCPC approval before January 5, 2026 or face fines up to N100 million, director disqualification, and operational shutdown. Here’s a step-by-step guide to meeting all DEON regulatory requirements.

How Digital Lenders Can Secure FCCPC Approval Before the January 5, 2026 Deadline

Digital lenders in Nigeria must secure full FCCPC approval before January 5, 2026 or face fines up to N100 million, director disqualification, and operational shutdown….

By: Ovie George

Nigeria’s national ID verification system has suddenly changed as the NIMC MWS portal goes offline and its mobile app disappears, raising concerns over transparency, disruptions to banks and telecoms, and unanswered questions about the new NINAuth platform.

Nigeria’s ID Verification System Changes Abruptly as NIMC Shuts Down MWS Portal Without Explanation

Nigeria’s national ID verification system has suddenly changed as the NIMC MWS portal goes offline and its mobile app disappears, raising concerns over transparency, disruptions…

By: Wura Obadare

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

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