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Vercel Breach via Compromised AI Tool Sparks NITDA Warning to Nigerian Organisations
By Boluwatife Oshadiya | May 8, 2026 Key Points Main Story Cloud platform Vercel has disclosed a cybersecurity breach that began with the compromise of a third-party artificial intelligence tool, exposing non-sensitive customer environment variables and highlighting vulnerabilities in AI supply-chain integrations. The incident, publicly detailed in April 2026, stemmed from attackers compromising Context.ai, an […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.
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WayaWaya founder Teddy Ogallo lived a sheltered life, then had to rebuild everything
Our conversation moves between those personal aspirations and what it takes to build something that lasts. For Ogallo, the two are not separate. They rarely are.
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Paga enters crypto through partnership with blockchain network Sui
It marks Paga's first formal move into crypto since Tayo Oviosu transitioned to Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in April.
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Dis-Chem Unvelis Health Hub In Melrose Arch
Getting healthcare in South Africa can often feel complicated, time-consuming and expensive.  Dis-Chem is aiming to change that with the launch of its new Melrose Arch Health Hub. Located in Melrose Arch, the new Health Hub is more than just a store. It brings together a clinic, pharmacy and health cover services under one roof, creating a one-stop destination […]
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NITDA warns Nigerians over AI-powered deepLoad malware attacks
By Boluwatife Oshadiya Key Points Main Story The National Information Technology Development Agency has issued a fresh cybersecurity alert warning Nigerians about a dangerous AI-powered malware known as DeepLoad, which is actively targeting organisations and individuals across the country. In a critical advisory issued through the Computer Emergency Readiness and Response Team, the agency disclosed […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.
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Safaricom is pushing M-PESA deeper into Kenya’s retail investing market
Safaricom, Kenya’s largest telecom operator, is expanding M-PESA's presence in retail investing after assets in its money market fund, Ziidi, more than doubled.
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Quick Fire 🔥 with Sarah Wahinya
Meet Sarah Wahinya, a Web3 and fintech growth strategist and East Africa Lead for Stellar, where she operates at the intersection of partnerships, market expansion, and developer ecosystems.
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – IHS says tchau to fibre
In today's edition: Quick Fire 🔥 with Sarah Wahinya || IHS exits Brazil's fibre market || Safaricom users now buy more data || Who secured the bag? 💰
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Two-Factor Authentication Explained: What You Need to Know
Two-Factor Authentication Explained: What You Need to Know Passwords are no longer enough. Data breaches, phishing attacks, and leaked credentials happen constantly. That is why two-factor… TechCity
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Dangote Targets Nigeria’s Power Crisis With 20,000MW Generation Plan
Aliko Dangote is preparing a major move into Nigeria’s power sector, with plans to generate 20,000 megawatts of electricity. The proposal could significantly expand his business empire beyond cement, fertiliser, oil refining and other industrial operations. The plan was revealed during a discussion with Makhtar Diop, managing director of the International Finance Corporation. Dangote said […] The post Dangote Targets Nigeria’s Power Crisis With 20,000MW Generation Plan appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Will H1 2026 cross the $1B mark? Funding hits $887M despite deal slump
African startup funding 2026 reached $887M in 4 months. Despite a 51% deal drop, debt is driving the ecosystem toward $1B.
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African Startups Are Raising Bigger Rounds, But Few Make It To Series A
African startups are securing larger funding rounds, but most still fail to reach Series A, according to a new State of Startup Funding in Africa report. The report found that fewer than 10% of African startups that raise seed funding go on to secure a Series A round. Condia, which hosted a launch webinar for […] The post African Startups Are Raising Bigger Rounds, But Few Make It To Series A appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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African Startup Funding Falls To 13-Month Low In April 2026
African startups raised $110 million in April 2026, marking the lowest monthly funding total in more than a year, even as deal activity recovered slightly from March. According to the latest data, 32 startups across the continent announced funding rounds of at least $100,000 during the month. These included equity, debt and grant deals, but […] The post African Startup Funding Falls To 13-Month Low In April 2026 appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Samsung One UI 8.5 now available: What Galaxy users should know
If you own a Galaxy phone released in the last three to four years, One UI 8.5 is most likely coming to your device.
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Safaricom’s mobile data business is now bigger than voice calls 
Data revenue rose 14.4% to KES 83.4 billion ($646 million), compared with a 1.3% increase in voice revenue to KES 81.8 billion ($634 million).
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New SA Platform Takes on AI’s Biggest Classroom Problems
Ask any South African teacher about their biggest concern around AI, and the answer is often not about the technology itself, but about what happens to learning when getting the answer becomes easier than understanding it. As artificial intelligence becomes more ingrained in South Africa’s classrooms, the real question is whether the AI students are […]
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SA Records Highest Global Cyberattack Rate & Identity Visibility Gap, Study Reveals
 Zoho has released new research highlighting significant gaps in workforce password security across South Africa, underscoring growing risks as organisations contend with rising cyber threats, increasing regulatory pressure, and limited visibility into user identities and access.  The findings from the State of Workforce Password Security 2026 report reveal a significant cybersecurity gap, with 36% of organisations […]
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Huawei Appoints Corey Deng as Chief Cybersecurity & Privacy Officer for Middle East and Central Asia
Huawei has appointed Corey Deng as Chief Cybersecurity and Privacy Officer (CSPO) for its Middle East and Central Asia Region, underscoring its continued focus on strengthening cybersecurity and privacy governance across the region. In this role, Corey Deng will lead Huawei’s regional cybersecurity and privacy strategy, overseeing frameworks spanning cybersecurity, data protection, AI security, and […]
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Nigeria’s Active Telecom Subscribers Rise To 179.6 Million In Q4 2025 – NBS
By Boluwatife Oshadiya Key Points Main Story Nigeria’s telecommunications sector recorded continued growth in the fourth quarter of 2025, with active voice subscriptions rising to 179.64 million and internet subscriptions climbing to 148.17 million, according to the latest telecom data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The report, which was compiled using data […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.
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What you need to know about the OnePlus Nord CE6 and CE6 Lite
Both phones sit below the Nord 6 in terms of price and hardware, giving buyers more entry points into the Nord series.
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Startup Funding News Today: Biggest Deals And Trends
Startup Funding News Today: Biggest Deals And Trends Today’s startup funding landscape is being shaped by huge AI and deep tech rounds, record venture activity, and a more selective investor market. Founders, especially in Africa and other emerging markets, need stronger traction and clearer positioning to stand out. TechCity
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Zenith eyes Cameroon entry
In today's edition: Zenith Bank plans Cameroon entry || Yoco has a new CEO || Paymenow, PayCurve merge || Airtel Zambia to open 45 stores
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Africa Ecosystem Catalysts Facility Announces Initial Investments in Ghana-Based Startups Rivia Clinics and VDL Fulfillment
The Africa Ecosystem Catalysts Facility, a USD 4M pilot investment facility managed by Village Capital with funding from the Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank (FMO) and the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO), has announced its first two investments in Ghana. The Facility is deploying capital into Rivia Clinics, a tech-enabled primary healthcare startup, and VDL Fulfilment, an […] The post Africa Ecosystem Catalysts Facility Announces Initial Investments in Ghana-Based Startups Rivia Clinics and VDL Fulfillment appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Village Capital backs two Ghanaian startups with $350,000 from latest fund
Village Capital has deployed $350,000 from its latest fund into two Ghanaian startups, Rivia Clinics and VDL Fulfilment.
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Nahla Gamil was once unsure of her future. She now heads a tech team.
“People my age did not know what they wanted to be,” she says, reflecting on the period before she found her niche. 
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Launch Of One Of The First Hybrid AI Visual Effects Studios
nmatic.ai, one of the first Hybrid AI creative production studios and technology companies, has announced a strategic partnership with Alibi Studios, a collective of award-winning VFX artists and creative leaders behind some of the world’s most celebrated film, advertising and immersive experiences. nmatic.ai’s Hybrid AI approach is grounded in enhancing human craft rather than replacing it. The company enables filmmakers and […]
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Namibia-based firm to back early-stage Southern African startups with $10 million fund
The fund’s launch comes at a time when early-stage funding remains one of the biggest challenges for entrepreneurs in Southern Africa.
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WSO2 Launches Agent Manager to Bring Identity, Governance and Scale to Enterprise AI Agents
WSO2 today announced the beta launch of WSO2 Agent Manager, an open control plane for AI agents, giving enterprises a unified way to identify, govern, secure, and scale agents across environments. As organizations move from AI experimentation to production, WSO2 Agent Manager addresses a critical gap: bringing visibility, control, and accountability to autonomous agents operating […]
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X Removes verification badges from Iranian government accounts amid sanctions compliance concerns
By Boluwatife Oshadiya Key Points Main Story X, the social media platform owned by Elon Musk, has removed verification badges from multiple Iranian government accounts, including that of Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei, in what appears to be a continuation of efforts to comply with U.S. sanctions regulations. Baghaei confirmed the development in a post […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.
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New Payments Partnership on Expanding Cardless Payment across Nigeria 
Redtech, MoMo PSB, and United Bank for Africa (UBA) have launched a payment interoperability partnership that expands cardless payment access for consumers and merchants across Nigeria. The partnership brings together Redtech’s payment technology and enablement capability, UBA’s merchant acquiring and distribution layer, and MoMo PSB’s mobile money wallet ecosystem and customer base. Redtech holds licences […]
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Fincra expands Ghana presence with new payments licence approval
Fincra, a Nigerian payments infrastructure provider, has secured a Payment Service Provider Licence (Enhanced Category) from the Bank of Ghana.
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Beginner’s Guide to Understanding Cloud Storage
Beginner’s Guide to Understanding Cloud Storage If you have ever saved a file on Google Drive or backed up photos to iCloud, you have… TechCity
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Why Your Wi-Fi Is Slow and How to Fix It Fast
Why Your Wi-Fi Is Slow and How to Fix It Fast Dealing with slow Wi-Fi can be frustrating, especially when you are trying to work, stream, or stay connected.… TechCity
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Kaspersky Identifies Ongoing Supply Chain Attack
In March 2026, a Kaspersky study found supply chain attacks were the most common cyberthreat businesses faced over the prior 12 months, yet only 9% of organisations ranked them as a top concern. To mitigate the risks associated with software supply chain attacks, Kaspersky recommends organisations adopt the following security measures:  
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Seven Vivo phones you should consider buying in 2026
In 2026, Vivo is one of the most interesting smartphone brands you can buy from, with a lineup that covers everything from budget workhorses to camera-focused flagships.
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – StanChart moves to sell Kenya office
In today's edition: StanChart is moving to sell its East Africa headquarters || SA Home Affairs releases draft rules || Mauritania is expanding its Internet capacity || Thunes, Vodacom to tackle payments in Tanzania
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