Google Year in Search 2025 highlights Nigeria’s top trending topics, led by iPhone 17, Straw movie, Club World Cup, and Senator Natasha Akpoti. The report shows rising interest in AI-powered queries, entertainment, politics, music, and tech.
Vodacom Raises Safaricom Stake to 55% After Buying Additional 15% in $1.6 Billion Agreement
Vodacom will increase its Safaricom stake from 40% to 55% after acquiring 15% of the company from the Kenyan government in a $1.6 billion deal. The government will retain 20% while public investors hold 25%.
Mauritius Plans New ETA System to Simplify Travel Entry and Strengthen Its Tourism Sector
Mauritius is preparing to launch an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to modernise border control, reduce airport delays, and support rising tourist arrivals. Here’s what travellers need to know about the upcoming system.
41% of African Users Hit by On-Device Malware in 2025, Kaspersky Report Reveals
Kaspersky’s 2025 cybersecurity report shows 41% of Africans faced on-device malware attacks, the highest globally. Discover affected regions, rising malware trends, and expert tips to safeguard your data.
South Africa Probes Temu and Shein for Possible Violations of Consumer Protection Act
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has launched a formal probe into Temu and Shein to examine product safety, marketing tactics, data practices, and overall compliance with South Africa’s Consumer Protection Act.
AFC Raises $524 Million Samurai Loan to Expand Infrastructure Financing Across Africa
Africa Finance Corporation secures a $524 million dual-currency Samurai facility—its largest yet—boosting its funding capacity and deepening its presence in Japan’s capital markets to accelerate infrastructure development across Africa.
FNB App Outage Disrupts Card Payments in South Africa on Busy Retail Day
FNB customers faced app authentication issues on Friday, affecting online and in-store card payments. Many switched to OTPs, alternative cards, and contactless methods as Black Friday transactions were delayed.
Bolt Surpasses 400 Million Trips in South Africa as New E-Hailing Rules Come Into Force
Bolt crosses 400 million trips in South Africa and now serves 1.4 million monthly riders. The company is adapting to new e-hailing regulations, boosting safety with panic buttons, and supporting drivers with licensing and branding changes.
Vodacom Tanzania Launches M-Pesa Global Payment to Enable Worldwide Transactions
Vodacom Tanzania rolls out M-Pesa Global Payment, allowing customers to pay merchants globally via Visa, Alipay, TerraPay, and MTN Uganda. The service enhances cross-border trade, digital payments, and financial inclusion for Tanzanian users and businesses.
South Africa Unveils Digital Citizenship Reinstatement Portal After Constitutional Court Decision
The Department of Home Affairs launches the Citizenship Reinstatement Portal, allowing South Africans, including those abroad, to confirm and restore citizenship following the Constitutional Court ruling against Section 6(1)(a) of the Citizenship Act.