Airtel Africa has introduced an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered spam alert service in Nigeria, designed to protect subscribers from the increasing issue of spam messages and SMS fraud. This innovative service is automatically activated for all Airtel customers, with no need for additional app downloads, and is accessible to both smartphone and feature phone users. The […] The post Airtel Africa Launches AI-Powered Spam Alert Service to Combat SMS Fraud in Nigeria appeared first on Tech In Africa.

African startups face more stringent investment scrutiny compared to their global counterparts, with investors requiring greater proof of traction, performing more thorough financial audits, and often overestimating the risks associated with the region. Angel investors point to Silicon Valley in the US, home to many of the world’s leading tech startups, as the most founder-friendly […] The post African Startups Face Stricter Investment Scrutiny Compared to Global Counterparts appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Kenyan re-commerce startup Badili has secured a US$400,000 debt facility from French development organization Proparco to bolster its refurbished electronics initiative. Established in 2021, Badili operates in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, focusing on the aggregation, repair, and resale of used or damaged mobile phones. The company partners with major e-commerce platforms, local trade associates, and […] The post Kenyan Startup Badili Secures US$400,000 for Refurbished Electronics appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Ku Saad Kassis-Mohamed has been honored as a Forbes 30 Under 30 recipient in the Social Impact category, recognizing his transformative work in sustainable finance, ethical business practices, and global philanthropy. This prestigious accolade celebrates his commitment to leveraging finance as a tool for positive social change while staying true to his Kuwaiti roots. As […] The post Saad Kassis-Mohamed Makes Forbes 30 Under 30 for Transformative Social Impact in Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Modern retail is dependent on technology to deliver the type of frictionless experience consumers demand and employees need. Over and above this, seamless integrations are the lifeblood of operational efficacy and efficiency in the race to win and retain market share. Peter Ludi, Managing Executive at redPanda Solutions, a retail software solutions partner, highlights the […]

Industry’s First 10,000mAh Smartphone: See Why Nigerians are Rushing to Buy the itel Power70 The Nigerian smartphone market is excited as itel introduces the industry’s first 10000mAh smartphone, the itel Power70. Nigerians… TechCity

A survey conducted among 750 CEOs, CTOs, and CIOs across South Africa, Kenya, Egypt, Morocco, and Algeria has revealed that AI (Artificial Intelligence) is a top priority for African businesses, with 85% of companies surveyed having already invested or planning to invest in AI within the next 3-5 years. The research, conducted by cybersecurity company […]

Google Wiz Acquisition: Largest Deal in Google’s History Google has made its biggest acquisition ever. The tech giant is acquiring Wiz, a cloud security startup, for… TechCity

TikTok is rolling out expanded parental controls and well-being tools designed to help families foster healthier digital habits for teens. These updates, part of TikTok’s commitment to online safety, enhance Family Pairing by providing parents with greater oversight while encouraging responsible and mindful screen time among younger users. With these updates, Family Pairing now offers […]

LoftyInc Capital Management , a leading pan-African venture capital firm, has announced the first close of its LoftyInc Alpha Fund, securing $43 million. This late-seed investment fund is dedicated to fostering the growth of Africa’s emerging tech startups, with a primary focus on key markets such as Nigeria, Egypt, Kenya, and regions within Francophone Africa. […] The post LoftyInc Capital Secures $43 Million for Africa’s Emerging Tech Startups appeared first on Tech In Africa.

South African agri-tech startup Khula has successfully secured ZAR126 million (approximately US$6.8 million) in the initial phase of its Series A funding round. This investment is set to enhance Khula’s digital platform, which aims to transform the agricultural supply chain by directly linking farmers with buyers. Founded in 2018, Khula provides a robust digital ecosystem […] The post Khula Secures ZAR126 Million in Series A Funding to Revolutionize South African Agricultural Supply Chain appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Looking at February 2025’s figures, one could focus on the negatives. The number of $100k+ deals announced (38) fell below the average of the past twelve months and was lower than any February since 2021. Similarly, the total amount raised in February ($119m) lagged behind the twelve-month average and was the lowest for any February […] The post Strong Start to 2025: February Deals Show Resilience in Fintech and Logistics Sectors appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Climate fintech MPower Ventures AG has secured $2.7 million in a funding round supported by the Foundation for Clean Energy and Energy Inclusion for Africa (CEI Africa) alongside crowdfunding platforms Klimja and Republic. The funding, structured as a combination of equity and subordinated debt, is aimed at accelerating MPower’s expansion across West and Southern Africa, […] The post MPower Ventures Secures $2.7 Million Funding to Expand Solar Solutions Across Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Mastercard has extended its partnership with the Youth Employment Service (YES), a youth employment initiative led by the private sector to tackle youth unemployment in South Africa. YES plays an important role in providing young people with the necessary professional skills, meaningful work experience, and career prospects, preparing them for an ever-changing employment market. With […]

Mastercard is expanding its collaboration with Paymentology, to make it easier for fintech companies in South Africa to issue cards. The collaboration aims to provide fintechs with the necessary expertise, infrastructure, and rapid go-to-market capabilities to streamline card issuing, thereby fostering financial inclusion and digital transformation. 🚀We’re excited to announce that #Mastercard and Paymentology are […]

Apple Considered Removing Ports from iPhone 17 Air Apple planned to make the iPhone 17 Air its first completely port-free smartphone. However, the company decided to… TechCity

Gemini AI Removes Watermarks in Image Editing Feature Users have discovered that Gemini AI removes watermarks from images, including copyrighted stock photos. This has raised ethical… TechCity

Google Replaces Assistant with Gemini in 2025 AI Upgrade Google has announced that Gemini AI replaces Assistant in a major shift toward AI-powered digital assistance. The transition… TechCity

MTN Nigeria Plc, one of the leading telecommunications companies in the country, has seen a sharp decline in its market value on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), losing over 7% in the past seven trading sessions due to weakening investor sentiment. Market analysts had anticipated a stable performance from MTN Nigeria as the company’s first-quarter earnings […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

AI Summaries and New Tools Coming to Notepad Microsoft is turning the simple Notepad app into something smarter. In a new update rolling out to Windows… TechCity

Tesla Puts Cybertruck Deliveries on Hold Due to Loose Trim Issues Tesla is once again facing trouble with the Cybertruck and this time, it’s not because of controversial paint… TechCity

Meta to Roll Out Community Notes on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads The fight against misinformation on social media has always been tricky and Meta (formerly Facebook Inc.) has had… TechCity

Google Gemini Robotics: Advancing AI in Robotics Google has introduced Google Gemini Robotics, two new artificial intelligence (AI) models, to enhance robot capabilities. Built on… TechCity

Telecom giant MTN Nigeria (MTNN) maintained its market value on Wednesday despite recording a massive cross trade deal that bypassed the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). The stock closed at N245, with 10.96 million shares worth over N2.687 billion exchanged on the local bourse. Following a 4% drop the previous day, MTNN’s market capitalization settled at N5.153 […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

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Uganda has approved a historic proposal for a single SIM card policy, which aims to streamline communication across all mobile networks in the country. The initiative, designed to ease the burden of multiple SIM cards on mobile phone users, was unanimously approved during a plenary session chaired by Deputy Parliamentary Speaker Thomas Tayebwa. According to […] The post Uganda Approves Historic Single SIM Card Policy to Streamline Communication and Reduce Costs appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Paratus Group announces the launch of Paratus Tanzania through a joint venture with Green Telecom, expanding connectivity in East Africa and focusing on key growth sectors. The Pan-African telecommunications and network services provider revealed the news, just four months after opening Paratus Kenya, further strengthening its presence in East Africa and advancing its ambitious expansion […] The post Paratus Group Launches Paratus Tanzania in Joint Venture with Green Telecom to Boost East African Connectivity appeared first on Tech In Africa.

YORA Technologies, a Moroccan super app, has successfully raised $1.9 million in a pre-Series A funding round, with local investment firms Witamax and Azur Innovation Fund leading the investment. This new funding brings ORA Technologies’ total capital raised since its launch in 2023 to $4.4 million. Founded by Omar Alami, ORA Technologies offers an all-encompassing […] The post Moroccan Super App YORA Technologies Raises $1.9M to Expand Digital Services and Financial Inclusion appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Widebot, an Egyptian AI startup, has raised $3 million in a pre-Series A funding round to further develop its Arabic large language model (LLM). Initially founded in Cairo, the company has now moved its operations to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Widebot is focused on building “AQL Mind,” a generative AI model designed specifically for the Arabic […] The post Egyptian AI Startup Widebot Raises $3M to Develop Arabic-Specific AI Model appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Explore the dynamic startup landscape in North Africa, showcasing innovative companies addressing regional challenges in 2025. The post 10 Startups to Watch in 2025 in North Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

In significant development in Nigeria’s financial technology sector, leading fintech companies Carbon and PalmPay have commenced the issuance of Verve cards to their customers.  This move follows the Central Bank of Nigeria’s authorization of these fintech giants to issue payment cards, underscoring the apex bank’s commitment to empowering financial technology companies and advancing financial inclusion […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Leading financial services provider, Moniepoint, has announced the expansion of its annual Women in Tech initiative, aimed at promoting gender equality and enhancing female participation in the technology sector. In this year’s edition, tagged Dream 15, Moniepoint has increased the number of participants from 10 to 15, offering successful candidates a six-month internship across various […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

TikTok Teen Safety Features Announced TikTok teen safety features have been announced to help protect young users. The platform is introducing new tools… TechCity

How to Set Up Parental Controls on YouTube and Netflix With increasing access to smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs, children in Nigeria are spending more time online than… TechCity

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X Cyberattack: Massive Attack Disrupts Social Platform A X (Formerly Twitter) cyberattack caused major disruptions on Tuesday. Thousands of users faced access issues. Elon Musk… TechCity