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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

Startup Review

OPay has opened a newly upgraded office in Ibadan to improve customer support, enhance merchant services, and advance financial inclusion as part of its nationwide expansion strategy.

OPay Expands Nationwide Presence with New Upgraded Office in Ibadan

OPay has opened a newly upgraded office in Ibadan to improve customer support, enhance merchant services, and advance financial inclusion as part of its nationwide…

By: Adamu Garba

Nigeria’s startups raised $93.4 million in October 2025, a 130.6% surge driven by Moniepoint’s $90 million round and rising early-stage investments across fintech, clean energy, agriculture, logistics, and edtech.

Nigeria’s Startup Funding Climbs to $93.4 Million in October 2025, Rising 130.6%

Nigeria’s startups raised $93.4 million in October 2025, a 130.6% surge driven by Moniepoint’s $90 million round and rising early-stage investments across fintech, clean energy,…

By: Ovie George

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to launch two new funding initiatives for startups in 2026 under its flagship Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) programme. The move reinforces the government’s commitment to scaling up investment in technology and creative enterprises, empowering young Nigerians, and driving innovation-led economic growth. The announcement follows the federal government’s recent participation in the $64 million investment round by Ventures Platform, a pan-African venture capital firm that supports early-stage startups across Africa.

FG to Launch Two New Startup Funds in 2026 to Boost Nigeria’s Tech and Creative Sectors

The Federal Government of Nigeria will introduce two new startup funds in 2026 under the iDICE programme to support tech and creative entrepreneurs, expanding its…

By: Ovie George

Climate Tech is not so much a ‘sector’ per se as it covers a wide range of use cases

Africa’s Must-Attend Tech & Startup Events — November 2025

Africa’s Must-Attend Tech & Startup Events — November 2025…

By: Ovie George

African startups raised $442 million in October 2025 — a 216% jump from September. Spiro and Moniepoint led the charge with $100 million and $90 million raises, signaling renewed investor confidence in Africa’s tech ecosystem.

Spiro and Moniepoint Lead as African Startups Raise $442 Million in October 2025

African startups raised $442 million in October 2025 — a 216% jump from September. Spiro and Moniepoint led the charge with $100 million and $90…

By: Ovie George

Meta has awarded $200,000 to 12 AI startups across Nigeria, Kenya, Senegal, and South Africa through its Llama Impact Accelerator 2025, supporting innovative solutions in healthcare, education, agriculture, and public services.

Meta Awards $200,000 to 12 AI Startups from Nigeria, Kenya, Senegal, and South Africa

Meta has awarded $200,000 to 12 AI startups across Nigeria, Kenya, Senegal, and South Africa through its Llama Impact Accelerator 2025, supporting innovative solutions in…

By: Ovie George

Discover the powerful Chief Operating Officers driving Africa’s billion-dollar startups. From OPay to Moniepoint, meet the operational leaders transforming Africa’s unicorns into sustainable, scalable success stories

Meet the Chief Operating Officers Behind Africa’s $1 Billion Startups

Discover the powerful Chief Operating Officers driving Africa’s billion-dollar startups. From OPay to Moniepoint, meet the operational leaders transforming Africa’s unicorns into sustainable, scalable success…

By: Ovie George

African HR and fintech startup Jahazii secures $400,000 pre-seed funding to expand its integrated payroll and financial inclusion platform, empowering Africa’s informal workforce through digital innovation.

African HR-Tech Startup Jahazii Raises $400,000 to Advance Payroll and Financial Inclusion Platform

African HR and fintech startup Jahazii secures $400,000 pre-seed funding to expand its integrated payroll and financial inclusion platform, empowering Africa’s informal workforce through digital…

By: Ovie George

Kofounda: Nigerian Founders Launch AI-Powered Voice Website Builder, Win Microsoft’s Generative AI Challenge

Kofounda: Nigerian Founders Launch AI-Powered Voice Website Builder, Win Microsoft’s Generative AI Challenge

Nigerian innovators Timothy Dake and Uduma Glory launch Kofounda, Africa’s first voice-powered website builder. The platform, backed by Microsoft’s $250,000 grant, lets users create websites…

By: Ovie George

Why It Matters Affinity Africa’s milestone underscores a growing demand for fair, inclusive, and digital-first banking solutions in Ghana. By removing barriers, reducing costs, and providing access to credit, Affinity is empowering individuals, households, and MSMEs to thrive in today’s economy. With its customer-driven growth model, Affinity Africa is not only redefining banking in Ghana but also setting a blueprint for digital banking innovation across Africa.

Affinity Africa Surpasses 100,000 Customers, Redefining Digital Banking in Ghana

Affinity Africa surpasses 100,000 customers in Ghana, driving financial inclusion with free accounts, affordable loans, and seamless digital banking for individuals and MSMEs….

By: Wura Obadare

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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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