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Mastercard Welcomes 2026 YES Cohort to Strengthen Youth Employment in South Africa
Liberia Launches ‘Digital Liberia’ Five-Year Plan to Strengthen Tech Sovereignty and Drive Innovation
Nigeria to Boost Digital Connectivity with New Communication Satellites and Nationwide Fibre Expansion
MTN Ghana Pledges $2 Million to Train One Million Young Ghanaians in Digital Skills
Sub-Saharan Africa recorded over $205 billion in cryptocurrency transactions in 2025, led by Nigeria, South Africa, and Ethiopia, highlighting the continent’s growing adoption of digital assets.Top 10 African Nations by Crypto Transaction Volume in 2025: Nigeria Dominates
Mastercard Welcomes 2026 YES Cohort to Strengthen Youth Employment in South Africa
Liberia Launches ‘Digital Liberia’ Five-Year Plan to Strengthen Tech Sovereignty and Drive Innovation
Nigeria to Boost Digital Connectivity with New Communication Satellites and Nationwide Fibre Expansion
MTN Ghana Pledges $2 Million to Train One Million Young Ghanaians in Digital Skills
Sub-Saharan Africa recorded over $205 billion in cryptocurrency transactions in 2025, led by Nigeria, South Africa, and Ethiopia, highlighting the continent’s growing adoption of digital assets.Top 10 African Nations by Crypto Transaction Volume in 2025: Nigeria Dominates

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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 Startups Raised $441.9 Million in October 2025, Recording a 217% Funding Surge

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…

By: Ovie George

Nigeria’s telecom operators cut 383 jobs in 2024 as operating expenses rose 85% to N5.85 trillion. NCC reports subscriber losses, rising CAPEX, and continued pressures from energy costs, inflation, and multiple taxes.

Telecom Operators Cut 383 Jobs as Operating Costs Surge 85% in Nigeria – NCC Report

Nigeria’s telecom operators cut 383 jobs in 2024 as operating expenses rose 85% to N5.85 trillion. NCC reports subscriber losses, rising CAPEX, and continued pressures…

By: Wura Obadare

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

IHS Towers delivered strong Q3 2025 results with revenue up 8.3% to $455.1 million and profits surging to $147.4 million. The company raised its full-year outlook, citing robust demand, improved cash flow, and expansion across key markets.

IHS Towers Reports Strong Q3 2025 Growth, Raises Full-Year Outlook on Solid Demand

IHS Towers delivered strong Q3 2025 results with revenue up 8.3% to $455.1 million and profits surging to $147.4 million. The company raised its full-year…

By: Adamu Garba

The SEC has revealed that Nigerians lost ₦300.2 billion to Ponzi schemes like MMM, MBA Forex, and Famzhi Interbiz Ltd. The commission warns that actual losses may be higher due to unreported cases and online scams.

Nigerians Lost Over ₦300 Billion to Ponzi Schemes in Recent Years – SEC Reveals

The SEC has revealed that Nigerians lost ₦300.2 billion to Ponzi schemes like MMM, MBA Forex, and Famzhi Interbiz Ltd. The commission warns that actual…

By: Ovie George

Vodacom Group forecasts a 40%–45% rise in earnings for the half-year ended September 2025, reflecting strong growth under its Vision 2030 strategy. The telecom giant credits favourable cost movements and recovery from prior one-off impacts in the DRC and Ethiopia.

Vodacom Forecasts Up to 45% Earnings Surge for Half-Year 2025

Vodacom Group forecasts a 40%–45% rise in earnings for the half-year ended September 2025, reflecting strong growth under its Vision 2030 strategy. The telecom giant…

By: Ovie George

Access Holdings tops Nigeria’s tier-1 banks with ₦101.65bn in e-business income for H1 2025, as others like UBA, Zenith, GTCO, and FBN record declines.

Access Holdings Leads Nigeria’s Tier-1 Banks with ₦101.65 Billion E-Business Income in H1 2025

Access Holdings tops Nigeria’s tier-1 banks with ₦101.65bn in e-business income for H1 2025, as others like UBA, Zenith, GTCO, and FBN record declines….

By: Ovie George

PwC’s Africa Entertainment & Media Outlook 2025–2029 projects that digital advertising will make up 84% of Nigeria’s total ad spend by 2029 — the highest in Africa — driven by internet growth, data analytics, and generative AI.

Digital Ads to Dominate 84% of Nigeria’s Ad Spend by 2029, Says PwC Report

PwC’s Africa Entertainment & Media Outlook 2025–2029 projects that digital advertising will make up 84% of Nigeria’s total ad spend by 2029 — the highest…

By: Adamu Garba

Samsung has officially ended software and security update support for the Galaxy A03s, A52s, F42 5G, and M32 5G, marking the end of their four-year update cycle.

Samsung Ends Software Support for Four Galaxy Phones: Time to Upgrade

Samsung has officially ended software and security update support for the Galaxy A03s, A52s, F42 5G, and M32 5G, marking the end of their four-year…

By: Emeka Nwachukwu

Apple is finally bringing touch screens to the MacBook Pro lineup by late 2026 or early 2027. The OLED-powered models, featuring M6 chips and a notch-free design, mark a major shift from Steve Jobs’ long-held stance against touch Macs.

Apple to Launch Touch-Screen MacBook Pro by 2027, Ending a Decade-Long Resistance

Apple is finally bringing touch screens to the MacBook Pro lineup by late 2026 or early 2027. The OLED-powered models, featuring M6 chips and a…

By: Emeka Nwachukwu

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Technology lawyer Oladipupo Ige cautions that Nigeria’s tax data could face indirect exposure under the FIRS–France MoU, despite official assurances that data sovereignty remains intact.

FIRS–France Tax Pact Triggers Fresh Questions Over Nigeria’s Data Sovereignty

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