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Lesotho, UNDP Strengthen Partnership on Digital Transformation and AI Development
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Omantel Launches AI Centre of Excellence to Boost Oman’s Digital Innovation Ecosystem
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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Safaricom secures regulatory approval to raise $308 million via corporate bonds for infrastructure upgrades in Kenya and Ethiopia, aiming to enhance connectivity, service quality, and market leadership.

Safaricom to Introduce Pay-As-You-Go Fibre Internet Plans in Kenya

Safaricom is set to launch pay-as-you-go fibre internet services in Kenya, offering daily and weekly plans to boost fixed broadband adoption and connect up to…

By: Wura Obadare

Ghanaian security agencies have arrested nine Nigerians in Accra over alleged cybercrime activities after intelligence from the Cyber Security Authority, rescuing 44 people forced into online scams.

Ghana Nabs Nine Nigerians in Accra Cybercrime Bust, Frees 44 Trafficked Victims

Ghanaian security agencies have arrested nine Nigerians in Accra over alleged cybercrime activities after intelligence from the Cyber Security Authority, rescuing 44 people forced into…

By: Adamu Garba

Taraba State has rolled out an electronic criminal case filing platform powered by the Nigerian Case Management System, enabling faster case processing and improved judicial efficiency.

Taraba State Introduces Digital Criminal Case Filing System for High Courts

Taraba State has rolled out an electronic criminal case filing platform powered by the Nigerian Case Management System, enabling faster case processing and improved judicial…

By: Wura Obadare

deletions would free up the “name space” of dormant accounts

Elon Musk Claims Up to $134bn in Damages in Legal Battle With OpenAI and Microsoft

Elon Musk is seeking as much as $134 billion in damages from OpenAI and Microsoft, alleging the AI company abandoned its nonprofit roots. The case…

By: Adamu Garba

Mobility startup MAX has secured $24 million in equity and debt funding to grow its electric vehicle fleet, battery-swapping infrastructure, and clean transport operations across Africa.

Nigerian Startup MAX Raises $24m to Expand Electric Mobility and Driver Financing in Africa

Mobility startup MAX has secured $24 million in equity and debt funding to grow its electric vehicle fleet, battery-swapping infrastructure, and clean transport operations across…

By: Ovie George

The IMF warns that artificial intelligence is reshaping global employment, with millions of jobs now requiring new skills and offering higher wages for workers who can adapt.

Global Workers Must Reskill as AI Transforms Jobs and Pay Structures, IMF Says

The IMF warns that artificial intelligence is reshaping global employment, with millions of jobs now requiring new skills and offering higher wages for workers who…

By: Adamu Garba

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 Considers Satellite Direct-to-Device Technology to Connect 23 Million Nigerians Without Coverage

Nigeria’s telecom regulator NCC is exploring Satellite Direct-to-Device (D2D) connectivity to expand mobile coverage to over 23 million underserved Nigerians, citing infrastructure limits and advances…

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.

Amazon Kuiper Enters Nigeria as NCC Licences New Rival to Starlink

Nigeria’s satellite broadband market is set for increased competition as NCC approves ISP and IDA licences for Amazon Kuiper, challenging Starlink’s dominance….

By: Adamu Garba

Nigeria’s economy is entering a consolidation phase in 2026, NESG says. Here are five major economic trends—from inflation to FX and investment—that startups should plan for.

NESG Outlook: 5 Key Economic Signals Nigerian Startups Must Watch in 2026

Nigeria’s economy is entering a consolidation phase in 2026, NESG says. Here are five major economic trends—from inflation to FX and investment—that startups should plan…

By: Ovie George

African startups secured $441.9 million in October 2025, a 217% jump from September. Mega-rounds, securitization deals, and strong fintech and clean energy investments drove the rebound across Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, and South Africa.

African Startup Funding Hits $3.2bn in 2025, Marking Strong VC Recovery

Venture capital investment in African startups climbed to $3.2 billion in 2025, the continent’s strongest performance in three years, according to Africa: The Big Deal….

By: Ovie George

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