In the course of his six-year experience working professionally as a product designer, Ukauwa’s income has grown with his skill level. At Grip Events—where he currently works remotely in the UK—he earns between £100,000 to £150,000 ($129,000–$194,000) annually. When he worked his first remote job at YML, a US design agency, in 2019, he earned $4,500 per month. This income progression has allowed him to afford a lifestyle that includes travelling five times a year. The next destination on his bucket list is either Montenegro or Croatia, which he's visiting with a few friends in the coming weeks.

No matter how big or small, any business can be a target for cyber attackers. While some business owners think they’re too small to be noticed, the numbers tell a different story. In 2023 alone, over 343 million people fell victim to cybercrimes, and it doesn’t look like it’s slowing down. Any organization—whether it’s in […]

The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), an entity of the Department of Science, Technology, and Innovation (DSTI), has officially launched the Women Technology and Innovation Programme (WTIP). This initiative aims to address systemic challenges in funding, support, and development for women entrepreneurs in the technology and innovation sector. While South Africa has made progress in fostering […]

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, companies need to find the right candidates quickly and efficiently to stay competitive. Traditional recruitment processes often involve lengthy timelines, high costs, and inefficiencies, making it difficult to identify the ideal candidates for open positions. Recognizing these challenges, Blue Pearl, a cloud solutions and ICT resourcing specialist, has embraced IBM’s […]

The Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled May 8 for the delivery of its judgment in a legal action initiated by MultiChoice Nigeria Limited against the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). MultiChoice is seeking to prevent the FCCPC from imposing sanctions related to its recent increase in DStv and Gotv subscription fees. […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

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A Venture Capital firm provides funding, strategic guidance, and other resources to startups with high growth potential, ranging from early-stage to later-stage companies. Unlike taking a loan, VC investments do not require repayment if the startup fails. Instead, VC firms take an equity stake in the company, meaning their returns depend on the startup’s success, […]

Explore the top investors shaping Egypt's startup landscape, driving innovation across fintech, e-commerce, and more. The post 10 Top Investors in Startups in Egypt appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Starlink has made significant strides in its expansion across Africa. As of early 2025, the satellite internet service is confirmed to be operational in many countries, demonstrating its commitment to the African market. The first African nation to embrace Starlink was Nigeria in January 2023. Since then, the service has rapidly expanded its reach to […]

How Sharon Built a Tech Career From Lagos to Germany – And Is Now Empowering Thousands What does it really take to break into tech, grow a global career, and help others along the… TechCity

Jiji, which currently operates in seven African countries, sees Bangladesh as a natural next step.

The ruling comes nearly a year after the Y Combinator-backed startup shut down RejaReja, its flagship B2B marketplace, leaving its future uncertain.

Africa’s digital payments economy is on a rapid growth trajectory, projected to reach $1.5 trillion by 2030, according to a Mastercard-commissioned report by Genesis Analytics. As a long-term technology partner to the continent, Mastercard is deepening its commitment through investments, public-private partnerships, and digital innovation to expand financial access and economic opportunities. Driving Africa’s Digital […]

MTN Group and Airtel Africa have formalized a network infrastructure-sharing agreement in Nigeria and Uganda, with the aim of reducing operational costs and expanding mobile connectivity in underserved regions. Under the terms of the agreement, both entities will explore various models of network collaboration, including Radio Access Network sharing and fiber infrastructure partnerships. This may […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Ethio Telecom and Mastercard have announced a strategic partnership to enhance digital financial services across Ethiopia. In a high-level meeting, Ethio Telecom CEO Frehiwot Tamru and Mark Elliott, President of Mastercard Africa, discussed collaborative opportunities to leverage technology and expand financial inclusion. The partnership will focus on integrating Ethio Telecom’s telebirr mobile money platform with […]

Kazang, the prepaid value-added services (VAS) and card acquiring business within JSE-listed fintech Lesaka Technologies, has announced that consumers are now able to pay for their DStv subscriptions using a debit or credit card at Kazang Pay merchants nationwide. Kazang Pay allows micro merchants to sell a range of prepaid products and services and accept […]

With advancements in technology and innovations, telematics and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies are promoting a paradigm shift in the mining industry. As Grant Fraser, Group Managing Director Netstar explains, “We’re sort of in this era where connected devices are producing an unprecedented flood of data: positional information via GPS systems and other sophisticated sensor […]

Imagine this—you’re standing in the middle of a bustling city, watching rare Pokémon spawn all around you. The problem? You’re nowhere near that city. In fact, you’re sitting at home, miles away, stuck in a place where the best catch is a Pidgey. For years, spoofing Pokémon GO has been a game of cat and […]

The debit card launch comes three weeks after Palmpay’s partnership with the national domestic card scheme, AfriGo, to distribute five million contactless payment cards across Nigeria. 

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This latest development caps a turbulent year for Lipa Later, which has struggled to secure fresh funding since its last capital injection.

Zap Enforces Legal Action to Protect Its Brand from ‘Zap by Paystack’ Misuse Zap Africa, Nigeria’s leading non-custodial exchange, has initiated legal action against payment solution provider Paystack, to protect their… TechCity

Telecommunications leaders MTN Group and Airtel Africa have entered into a network-sharing agreement in Uganda and Nigeria, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and extend digital and financial inclusion across Africa. The partnership focuses on optimizing network infrastructure to improve coverage, reduce costs, and provide enhanced mobile services, particularly in underserved rural areas. Both companies emphasized […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

itel Power 70, the Game-Changer: Why Brands Like Tecno, Infinix, and Redmi Are Struggling to Match itel The Nigerian smartphone industry is a battlefield where innovation and value-for-money dictate market dominance. While brands like Tecno,… TechCity

Microsoft 365 Copilot Unveils AI-Powered Researcher Microsoft is expanding its AI capabilities with two new tools: Researcher and Analyst. Integrated into Microsoft 365 Copilot,… TechCity

Samsung Opens Preorders for Glasses-Free 3D Monitor and New Odyssey OLED Models Samsung is now accepting preorders for its highly anticipated glasses-free 3D monitor, the 27-inch Odyssey 3D G90XF, with… TechCity

Netflix Adds HDR10 Plus Support: What It Means for Samsung TV Owners Netflix has officially added HDR10 Plus support, allowing Samsung TV owners to enjoy enhanced picture quality with better… TechCity

OpenAI’s GPT-4o Brings Image Generation to ChatGPT OpenAI has integrated image generation directly into ChatGPT, allowing users to create images within the chatbot using GPT-4o.… TechCity

Mastering MetaTrader 5: A Beginner’s Journey to Trading Success Navigating the world of financial trading can be daunting for beginners. MetaTrader 5 (MT5) emerges as a versatile… TechCity

Otter AI Meeting Agent Is The New AI-Powered Assistant for Meetings and Sales Otter, the AI-powered transcription service, is introducing three new AI agents designed to enhance productivity during meetings and… TechCity

Africa’s Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector is under siege from escalating cyber threats, with banks, financial institutions, and insurers in South Africa and beyond facing unprecedented risks. Interpol’s 2024 African Cyberthreat Assessment reveals a 23% increase in weekly cyberattacks on African businesses in 2023, with ransomware and data breaches topping the list. In […]

X’s Engineering Head Resigns Amid X Money Launch Haofei Wang, X’s Director of Engineering, has left the company under unclear circumstances. He joined X (formerly Twitter)… TechCity

The Evolution of AI Voice Assistants Voice assistants have advanced significantly over the years. Early versions often struggled with context, sounded robotic, and lacked… TechCity

  Axel Peyriere, Co-Founder and CEO of AUTO24.africa, said; “Africa is ready for electric vehicles, and EV24.africa is committed to making this transition smooth and accessible. Our goal is to provide a reliable, transparent, and competitive marketplace for EV buyers across the continent.    Africar Group and AUTO24.africa have officially introduced EV24.africa, the most extensive […] The post EV24.africa Launched – Africa’s Leading Marketplace for Electric Vehicles appeared first on Tech In Africa.

“We’ve always believed that South Africa deserves world-class retail experiences,” says Anthony Thunström, TFG’s Group CEO. “The opportunity to build Bash has been about more than just launching a successful platform. It’s about proving that innovation at scale is possible, that we can lead in technology, and service, while creating meaningful impact in the economy.” […]

SYSPRO, a leading global provider of digital manufacturing solutions, today announced Josef Al-Sibaie’s appointment as Chief of Staff and Corporate Development Officer. This strategic appointment underscores SYSPRO’s commitment to accelerating its global growth ambitions. Josef will lead SYSPRO’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) strategy, focusing on high-impact investments that enhance its digital manufacturing suite and strengthen […]