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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

Industry Analysis

Apple’s iPhone 17 series drives growth in China as shipments rise 0.6% in Q3 2025, defying the country’s declining smartphone market. Apple emerges as the only top brand with positive growth.

Apple’s iPhone 17 Series Boosts Shipments in China Amid Market Slowdown

Apple’s iPhone 17 series drives growth in China as shipments rise 0.6% in Q3 2025, defying the country’s declining smartphone market. Apple emerges as the…

By: Africa Innovation Watch

Experts warn that Africa’s data center power demand, growing by up to 25% annually, could reach 8,000 GWh soon. At the Hyperscalers Convergence Africa 2025 summit, stakeholders called for urgent reforms to address energy and talent challenges threatening the continent’s digital growth.

Africa’s Data Center Power Demand Grows 25% Annually, Projected to Hit 8,000 GWh

Experts warn that Africa’s data center power demand, growing by up to 25% annually, could reach 8,000 GWh soon. At the Hyperscalers Convergence Africa 2025…

By: Ovie George

The cost of PoS terminals in Nigeria has surged 30%–100% between 2023 and 2025, driven by inflation, forex volatility, and logistics costs. Here’s how rising prices affect fintechs, agents, and financial inclusion.

PoS Geo-Tagging: Fintechs Fear Disruptions, Losses as CBN Deadline Nears

The CBN’s October 31, 2025 deadline for mandatory PoS geo-tagging in Nigeria has fintechs and agents worried about compliance costs, disruptions, and slowed growth. Here’s…

By: Cynthia Okafor

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.

ICT Sector Boosts Nigeria’s GDP with 11.18% Contribution in Q2 2025

Nigeria’s ICT sector contributed 11.18% to GDP in Q2 2025, recording 6.61% real growth. See how telecoms, broadcasting, and publishing continue to drive the non-oil…

By: Wura Obadare

Price Watch: Laptop Costs in Nigeria Surge by 70% in Two Years

Laptop prices in Nigeria have surged by over 70% in two years due to Naira depreciation and inflation. Find out how this affects consumers, businesses,…

By: Emeka Nwachukwu

New Growth Strategy

The Infrastructure of Endurance: Why Longevity is the New Growth Strategy

In The Endurance Factor: Thriving in Business When Others Quit, Nigerian entrepreneur, Sadia Watara advances a defining argument for Africa’s next phase of enterprise evolution:…

By: Amarachi Bello

OpenAI has signed a record $300 billion cloud contract with Oracle, fueling AI infrastructure growth and propelling Larry Ellison past Elon Musk as the world’s richest person.

OpenAI Signs $300 Billion Cloud Deal with Oracle as Larry Ellison Becomes World’s Richest Man

OpenAI has signed a record $300 billion cloud contract with Oracle, fueling AI infrastructure growth and propelling Larry Ellison past Elon Musk as the world’s…

By: Cynthia Okafor

A new report reveals that 40% of Nigerian companies allocate more than 30% of their IT budgets to privacy protection, showing a strong commitment to responsible AI adoption.

Nigerian Firms Dedicate Over 30% of IT Budgets to Privacy Protection Amid AI Adoption – Report

A new report reveals that 40% of Nigerian companies allocate more than 30% of their IT budgets to privacy protection, showing a strong commitment to…

By: Cynthia Okafor

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.

Nigeria’s 70% Broadband Goal at Risk as NCC Reports Another Decline in July 2025

Nigeria’s 70% Broadband Goal at Risk as NCC Reports Another Decline in July 2025…

By: Cynthia Okafor

A recent May 2025 SAP Africa research report, conducted in 2022/2023, which focuses on digital jobs for a progressive economy, paints a vivid picture of a continent embracing technology to drive growth, innovation, and opportunity.

How 230 million digital jobs will be created in Africa by 2030

A recent May 2025 SAP Africa research report, conducted in 2022/2023, which focuses on digital jobs for a progressive economy, paints a vivid picture of…

By: Cynthia Okafor

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South Africa Tops Bolt’s Global Dash Cam Rankings as Nigeria Emerges a Strong Contender

Airport Transport Wars: How Bolt Gained Official Access at Nigerian Airports

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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