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On a humid afternoon in Bida, Niger State, Amina sat on a stool outside her rice mill, watching heaps of rice husks pile up around her. For years, these husks had been a nuisance—too much to dispose of, yet seemingly useless. Farmers occasionally took some for animal feed or bedding, but most of it ended […] The post The Untapped Gold in Nigeria’s Rice Husks appeared first on Tekedia.

Zenith Bank has unveiled the fourth edition of Zecathon, its flagship startup competition and incubation program. The initiative targets early-stage Nigerian startups developing solutions across multiple sectors, including embedded finance, cybersecurity, fintech, healthtech, agritech, and e-commerce. Group Managing Director Dame Adaora Umeoji, OON, emphasizes Zenith Bank’s commitment to fostering Nigeria’s startup ecosystem. The program combines […] The post Nigerian Tech Startups Set to Compete in Zenith Bank’s Annual Innovation Challenge appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The Bank of Zambia has licensed DigMo, a new financial services company offering gamified wealth-building tools targeting low and middle-income earners. The platform introduces innovative savings products with incentives designed for previously underserved customers. James Chona, former Chief Commercial Officer at Zamtel, joins DigMo as Chairman. His extensive experience includes leadership roles at Opay and […] The post Digital Wallet DigMo Targets Financial Inclusion in Zambia appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Nigerian healthcare technology company MDaaS has launched operations in Cameroon, marking its first expansion into Francophone Africa. The diagnostic health tech startup seeks to replicate its successful Nigerian model in Cameroon’s growing healthcare market. Founded in 2017 by Oluwasoga Oni and Opeyemi Ologun, MDaaS has established a strong presence in Nigeria. The company operates 16 […] The post Nigerian Health Tech Pioneer Extends Digital Healthcare to Cameroon appeared first on Tech In Africa.

As the bull run continues, Solana (SOL), Shiba Inu (SHIB), and Rexas Finance (RXS) are gaining traction, but what do smart money investors know that the ordinary trader does not? While retail investors pursue hype, experienced players make calculated movements behind the scenes. Understanding their strategies may be the key to navigating this rally—and avoiding […] The post What Smart Money Investors Don’t Want You to Know About Solana (SOL), Shiba Inu (SHIB) and Rexas Finance (RXS) This Bull Run appeared first on Tekedia.

Chad has granted approval for Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite Internet provider, to operate within its borders. The decision follows negotiations that started in 2021 and addresses a critical need in the central African nation, where Internet access reached only 12% of the population in 2022. SpaceX’s subsidiary Starlink operates a network of low-Earth-orbit satellites delivering […] The post Satellite Technology to Transform Internet Access in Chad appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Most investors embark into cryptocurrency to make massive returns, and crypto’s like Solana and Kaspa are showcasing their potential as the bull run picks up steam. While these large caps could net 20x gains at most, most savvy and ambitious investors are turning to presale gems in lucrative sectors like Cutoshi. As a meme coin […] The post Crypto Analysts Announce Solana Among The Best Cryptos To Buy Now, Avalanche And New ETH Token Trending For November appeared first on Tekedia.

Telness Tech, the rapidly growing swedish telecom technology provider, is partnering with VAS2Nets and Lebara to launch a new Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) in Nigeria. The initiative will introduce a telecom service aimed at the rapidly growing telecommunications market in Nigeria. The operator will be powered by Telness Tech industry leading software and customer […]

In 2024, cybercriminals launched over 38 million phishing attacks, impersonating leading marketplaces, banks, and tech retailers. Stolen payment card information continues to fuel dark web activity, with prices for card data ranging between $70 and $315 per set. Kaspersky, a global cybersecurity leader, has been closely tracking the rise in shopping-related cyberthreats. As consumers eagerly […]

Monday has emerged as the most popular day for online shopping, while November stands out as the most popular month, driven by Black Friday sales and preparations for the festive season. According to the report, 71% of surveyed merchants expressed optimism about the upcoming festive period, which is also the busiest time of year for […]

Among the 13,500 people surveyed for SAS’ 2023 Faces of Fraud consumer fraud study, almost half (47%) say they have experienced more fraud in 2022. At 65%, South Africans were the most severely impacted, followed by Portugal at 62%. To counter rampant AI-fuelled scams, data and AI leader SAS again allies with the Association of Certified Fraud […]

For years, the Port Harcourt Refinery has stood as both a symbol of Nigeria’s oil wealth and its enduring mismanagement. Built in 1965, it once hummed with activity, refining crude oil into valuable products and fueling the economy. Today, however, it tells a different story—one of neglect, delays, and unfulfilled promises. Barely two months after […] The post NNPC And The Rehabilitation of Nigerian Refineries: The Story of Broken Promises and a Nation’s Frustration appeared first on Tekedia.

Former Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari and ex-Nigerian Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Prof. Ibrahim Agboola Gambari, has delivered a scathing critique of decades-long economic prescriptions from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank. Speaking at the Realnews 12th Anniversary Lecture in Lagos, Gambari asserted that the policies championed by […] The post Gambari Urges Nigeria to Reject IMF and World Bank Policies, Calls for African Solutions appeared first on Tekedia.

In a significant policy shift, the Federal Government has announced the lifting of the long-standing restriction on the posting of members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to the private sector. The directive, effective with the commencement of the 2024 Batch ‘C’ Orientation exercise, was outlined in a memo dated November 18, 2024, by […] The post Nigeria Allows NYSC Members to Serve in Private Sector in A Policy Shift appeared first on Tekedia.

Embedded finance is changing the payment landscape in Africa. The question now is: what will it take for embedded finance to truly scale across Africa? The global embedded finance market is projected to surpass $228 billion by 2028, according to Juniper Research. As this sector evolves and consumer trust in the technology strengthens, embedded finance […] The post Unlocking Africa’s Potential: What It Takes for Embedded Finance to Scale appeared first on Tech In Africa.

From Condia newsletter: “Nigeria’s telecom industry continues facing tough times. The average revenue per user (ARPU) for major telcos like MTN and Airtel has plummeted by over 40% in the past year. MTN Nigeria, once the MTN Group’s top-performing market with a $5.03 ARPU in Q1 2023, has seen its user revenue fall with an […] The post The Lesson from MTN’s Evolution As the Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) Drops in Its Major Market appeared first on Tekedia.

In recent months, MultiChoice Nigeria has faced an unprecedented challenge. The company announced a loss of 243,000 subscribers from its DStv and GOtv services within six months, sparking widespread reactions from its customer base. These responses, drawn from a variety of socioeconomic and service-related grievances, reveal deep frustrations and a shifting dynamic in consumer preferences. […] The post SPECIAL REPORT: Should Multichoice Reinvent Its Business Model in Nigeria? appeared first on Tekedia.

President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Brendan Carr, is poised to bring significant changes to the regulatory landscape governing Big Tech. Carr, a long-time critic of large social media platforms, has set his sights on Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, a legal provision that underpins the modern internet […] The post Trump’s Nominee, Brendan Carr’s Vision for FCC: A Crusade Against Section 230 And Elon Musk’s Push for Free Speech appeared first on Tekedia.

As Nigeria navigates significant reforms across sectors, a look at the nation’s search trends reveals a telling narrative of public priorities. A heatmap of Nigerians’ search interests over the last 90 days highlights three critical themes: tax, jobs, and business. Dominated by tax (blue), punctuated by business (yellow) in select southern regions, and barely touched […] The post Decoding Nigeria’s Priorities: Tax, Jobs, and Business in 2025 appeared first on Tekedia.

Gcore and Ezditek, a pioneer in data center and digital infrastructure services in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), have created a joint venture to provide high-performance AI infrastructure in the Kingdom. The joint firm will establish an ‘AI factory’ capable of developing, training, and deploying generative AI solutions locally and globally. The partnership combines […]

FirstBank Awards N29.5 M To 10Nigerian Startups FirstBank Group, one of Nigeria’s leading commercial banks, has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing fintech innovation at its … TechCity

Exabeam, a worldwide cybersecurity firm that provides AI-driven security operations, has announced a partnership with Wiz, a cloud security pioneer. This collaboration enhances enterprises’ threat detection, investigation, and response (TDIR) capabilities, resulting in a more secure and resilient cloud environment. The Exabeam New-Scale Security Operations Platform’s open architecture enables it to offer a best-of-breed ecosystem […]

CareMessage, the United States’ largest patient activation platform for underserved populations, announced the launch of its AI Assistant. The AI assistant is designed to understand and process patient responses into structured data, enabling it to more quickly identify replies that highlight patient requirements, including food insecurity or transportation obstacles. CareMessage is a non-profit patient engagement […]

December 2024 payment schedule for SASSA social grants are now available ahead of the festive season. Beneficiaries should check now:

In any thriving democracy, the press serves as the conscience of the nation—a voice that speaks truth to power, holding governments, institutions, and individuals accountable. Yet, in Nigeria, the very act of journalism has increasingly become a dangerous endeavor. A chart mapping the number of attacks on journalists between January 2019 and August 2024 paints […] The post The Silent War on Nigeria’s Journalists appeared first on Tekedia.

In today’s edition: JADA launches talent hub for AI and data talents || Big Kenyan firms are not tax-transparent || South Africa’s fight against crypto money-laundering

Today, Pretoria transforms into the heart of blockchain innovation as the highly anticipated Blockchain Africa Conference 2024 kicks off at the prestigious CSIR International Convention Centre. With over 500 participants from more than 50 countries, this event marks a defining moment in the journey of blockchain and cryptocurrency adoption, celebrating a decade of progress and […] The post Today, Pretoria Becomes the Global Epicenter of Blockchain Innovation appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The crypto market is heating up, and all eyes are on XRP, Fantom, and BlockDAG as they race toward groundbreaking milestones. XRP is stirring excitement with its potential ETF approval, fueling hopes for increased demand and wider adoption under a more favorable regulatory landscape. Meanwhile, Fantom (FTM) holds its ground at $0.54, teasing a possible […] The post Massive Momentum in BlockDAG Presale After 100% Bonus Offer – Latest on XRP Price & Fantom Volume appeared first on Tekedia.

Ethan and Maya, two students at New York University, began exploring the cryptocurrency market in early 2023. Their initial venture involved an investment of $2,000 each in Pepe (PEPE) and subsequently another $2,000 in Book of Meme (BOME), both of which are meme coins. They were in search of quick financial wins. After riding the […] The post NYU Students Leap from Meme Coins to Mastering Long-Term Growth with BlockDAG: Will BlockDAG Turn the Tide? appeared first on Tekedia.

The financial landscape is witnessing a transformative era as traditional banking institutions like Goldman Sachs delve into the realm of cryptocurrency, particularly Bitcoin-backed lending. This innovative approach to lending signifies a monumental shift in the perception and utilization of digital assets within the sphere of institutional finance. Goldman Sachs, a vanguard in global investment banking, […] The post Goldman Sachs and the Evolution of Bitcoin-Backed Lending appeared first on Tekedia.

MicroStrategy has announced a private offering of $1.75 billion in convertible senior notes, specifically aimed at funding additional Bitcoin purchases. This move is not only a testament to MicroStrategy’s belief in the long-term value of Bitcoin but also highlights the company’s commitment to integrating cryptocurrency into its investment strategy. The offering, which is subject to […] The post MicroStrategy Announces Private Offering of $1.75B, as Trump Media Plots to Acquire Bakkt appeared first on Tekedia.

OpenAI, an Artificial Intelligence company and maker of popular Chatbot ChatGPT, has been sued in India over AI use of copyrighted content. The company was reportedly sued by Asian News International (ANI), one of India’s largest news agencies. ANI filed a 287-page lawsuit against OpenAI in the Delhi High Court, with allegations centering on the […] The post OpenAI Sued in India Over AI Use of Copyrighted Content appeared first on Tekedia.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially sought the National Assembly’s approval to borrow $2.209 billion from external sources to bridge the deficit in Nigeria’s 2024 budget. The president, in a letter read by Speaker Abbas Tajudeen during Tuesday’s plenary session in the House of Representatives, highlighted that the loan request aligns with sections 21(1) and […] The post Tinubu Seeks $2.209bn External Loan to Address 2024 Budget Deficit Amid Rising Debt Concerns appeared first on Tekedia.

Background: on August 16, 2022, President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law. This has shaped the growth of renewable energy in the United States through the manufacturing of solar panels, wind turbine blades, battery storage, and other renewable energy investments that qualify for the investment tax credit. With this in mind, other […] The post Power Infrastructure Investment Tax Credit, a possible solution for Nigeria to attract private capital to the electricity sector? appeared first on Tekedia.

Before Google Chrome, there was a Google toolbar extension. That toolbar extension which was created when the current CEO of Google was running the growth arm was catalytic to the success of Google, and is also one of the reasons why the current CEO is the boss today.  Yes, in the digital space, the control […] The post US Justice Department Goes After Google Chrome, Breaking Alphabet’s Google Moat appeared first on Tekedia.