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Lesotho, UNDP Strengthen Partnership on Digital Transformation and AI Development
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Lesotho, UNDP Strengthen Partnership on Digital Transformation and AI Development
Kenya, France Partner on New Science and Engineering Complex at University of Nairobi
Ooredoo, du Partner on Landmark Subsea Cable Project to Boost UAE Digital Connectivity
Guinea Signs Deal for Second Submarine Fibre-Optic Cable to Expand Internet Capacity
Omantel Launches AI Centre of Excellence to Boost Oman’s Digital Innovation Ecosystem

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Kenya on top countries chart as tech companies layoff 211,033 employees in 2024

Finance Bill Protest: Kenyan authorities will not shutdown internet as police smoke protesters

Kenya’s finance bill protest is a social media powered movement…

By: IBK

Lagos put together e-hailing regulations back in 2020 but those guidelines might be due for a review

South Africa’s new transport bill empowers minister to set prices for Bolt, Uber, others

A recently passed National Transport Act amendment bill will give South African transport minister, Sindisiwe Chikunga powers to set prices for ride-hailing operators in the…

By: IBK

Nigeria’s National Identification Number enrolments climbed to 123.9 million in October 2025, NIMC data shows, as Lagos and Kano remain the leading states amid efforts to reach 95% national coverage.

NIMC denounces NIN, BVN data breach allegations, warns Nigerians against phishing sites

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has firmly denied allegations that the NIN and BVN data of Nigerian citizens has been compromised….

By: IBK

Data breach: Implications of websites selling citizen’s NIN, BVN details for ₦100

Data breach: Implications of websites selling citizen’s NIN, BVN details for ₦100

In a troubling revelation, Paradigm Initiative (PI) has uncovered a data breach and several unauthorised websites are selling sensitive personal and financial data of Nigerian…

By: IBK

Meanwhile, Tigran’s wife, Yuki Gambaryan has called on the government of the United States to intervene more forcefully in the lingering detention and prosecution. “Tigrans and my tax dollars get sent to Nigeria in aid every year. Nigeria is supposed to be an ally. I refuse to believe that our State Department cannot do more to have an innocent American citizen released”, she said in a statement shared with Technext. According to her, It is time for the Nigerian authorities to do the right thing and let her “innocent husband” go. “Since the FIRS charges were dropped last week and they agreed to serve those charges solely on Binance, I do not see why the EFCC cannot do the same”, she added.

US members of Congress visit detained Binance executive, Tigran Gambaryan in detention, call for release

Two members of the United States Congress, Representative French Hill (Republican) and Representative Chrissy Houlahan (Democrat) visited detained Binance executive and American citizen, Tigran Gambaryan…

By: IBK

Lagos put together e-hailing regulations back in 2020 but those guidelines might be due for a review

Lagos has existing cab-hailing regulations but they do not favour all stakeholders- Uber/Bolt drivers say

Lagos put together e-hailing regulations back in 2020 but those guidelines might be due for a review…

By: IBK

In a significant turn of events, Nigerian fintech company, Eyowo, has announced the reinstatement of its full and final licence by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This is a notable milestone for the company, which has recently faced substantial challenges. Today, CEO, Yomi Adedeji took to X to share the news of the licence reinstatement, expressing gratitude and optimism for the future. “Just to let you guys know that we have our full and final licence back for Eyowo from the Central Bank of Nigeria. We will share details over the next few weeks. Impossible is nothing! Thank you and 🥂 to it for us this weekend 😉,” the tweet read, signalling a celebratory mood within the organisation. Eyowo’s reinstatement marks a critical juncture and enables Eyowo to continue offering its suite of products, which includes digital banking, payment solutions, and financial management tools tailored to meet the needs of individuals and businesses.

Eyowo secures full licence reinstatement from CBN amid past challenges

In a significant turn of events, Nigerian fintech company, Eyowo, has announced the reinstatement of its full and final licence by the Central Bank of…

By: IBK

Tech layoffs: Over 90,000 lost jobs between January and May 2024

60% of all layoffs, or roughly 50,000, occurred in January and April……

By: IBK

Regulator orders shutdown of StarTimes South African arm, StarSat over license controversy

South Africa’s pay-TV landscape is facing a shakeup as the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) declined to renew the license of On Digital…

By: IBK

Stakeholders call for innovations to mitigate Africa’s climate challenges at CAAF24 event

Yesterday marks a pivotal moment in the global effort to address climate change as the Climate Action Africa Forum 24 (CAAF24) convened in Lagos, Nigeria….

By: IBK

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