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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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Nigeria to Boost Digital Connectivity with New Communication Satellites and Nationwide Fibre Expansion

Nigeria is accelerating its digital infrastructure drive with plans to launch two new communication satellites and expand a nationwide fibre-optic network, a move expected to…

By: Africa Innovation Watch

MTN Ghana Pledges $2 Million to Train One Million Young Ghanaians in Digital Skills

MTN Ghana has announced a US$2 million commitment to support the Government of Ghana’s One Million Coders Programme, a flagship initiative aimed at equipping young…

By: Africa Innovation Watch

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

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…

By: Ovie George

Bitcoin could be set for a strong rebound if the U.S. Federal Reserve announces a rate cut in December, according to deVere Group CEO Nigel Green. Key drivers include liquidity shifts, deleveraging, and renewed institutional interest.

Bitcoin Slumps to $81,000, Wiping 35% Off Peak as $1.68bn Liquidations Hit Crypto Market

Bitcoin has slid to a nine-month low near $81,000 after a 35% drop from its peak, triggering $1.68 billion in liquidations amid geopolitical and US…

By: Ovie George

Payaza has integrated Google Pay and Apple Pay into its platform, enabling merchants in 21 African countries to receive payments from global diaspora customers.

Payaza Rolls Out Google Pay and Apple Pay to Tap Africa’s $95bn Diaspora Remittance Opportunity

Payaza has integrated Google Pay and Apple Pay into its platform, enabling merchants in 21 African countries to receive payments from global diaspora customers….

By: Wura Obadare

SportyBet says a system fault caused Nigerian users to temporarily lose access to open bets and cashout options during Champions League matches, raising consumer trust concerns.

SportyBet Cites Technical Fault for Betting Slip Failure During Champions League Games

SportyBet says a system fault caused Nigerian users to temporarily lose access to open bets and cashout options during Champions League matches, raising consumer trust…

By: Adamu Garba

Locally developed software by Nigerian developers has generated over $1 million in sales across Africa, supported by NOTAP’s intellectual property and market access initiatives.

Nigerian Developers Record Over $1 Million in Revenue from Homegrown Apps — NOTAP

Locally developed software by Nigerian developers has generated over $1 million in sales across Africa, supported by NOTAP’s intellectual property and market access initiatives….

By: Ovie George

South Africa’s takeover panel has mandated French media giant Groupe Canal+ SA to immediately extend a mandatory offer to acquire additional shares of pay-TV company MultiChoice, following Canal Plus’ attempt to purchase the remaining stake in the company. Despite Canal Plus already being the largest shareholder with a 35.01% stake, surpassing the 35% threshold triggering the mandatory offer, MultiChoice’s board rejected Canal Plus’ initial bid of 105 rand per share, deeming it significantly undervalued. According to the Takeover Regulations Panel (TRP) in its ruling: “Canal+ must take immediate action to comply with the requirements of.. the (Companies) Act and the regulations by making a mandatory offer to the remaining shareholders of MultiChoice.” Moving forward, Canal Plus contended that it was exempted from making a mandatory offer, citing restrictions in the streaming company’s memorandum of incorporation which limit foreign companies to a maximum of 20% of the broadcaster’s voting rights.

MultiChoice Rolls Out Shared Payments for DStv Subscriptions to Ease Costs

MultiChoice has introduced a shared payment feature on the MyDStv app, allowing two users to split the cost of a single DStv subscription as pay-TV…

By: Wura Obadare

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has linked poor telecom service quality in Lagos, Abuja, and other major cities to inadequate network capacity and heavy internet usage in densely populated areas.

NCC to Leverage USPF for Satellite Broadband to Connect 23 Million Nigerians

The Nigerian Communications Commission plans to use the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF) to subsidise satellite broadband, targeting 23 million unconnected Nigerians in rural and…

By: Wura Obadare

Moniepoint Handles ₦412 Trillion in Transactions in 2025, Extends ₦1 Trillion in Credit to SMEs

Moniepoint processed ₦412 trillion in payment value and issued over ₦1 trillion in SME loans in 2025, cementing its dominance in Nigeria’s POS and merchant…

By: Ovie George

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