October was an outstanding month for Africa’s startup scene, with startups across the continent securing more than $442 million in funding, excluding exits. This marks the second-highest funding month of 2025, following July. As reported by Africa: The Big Deal, equity financing accounted for 76% of the total ($334 million), making October the most robust […] The post Africa’s Startup Ecosystem Sees Strong Growth with $442 Million Raised in October appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Do you know: More than 1.4 billion adults worldwide still live without access to basic financial services. They use cash for every transaction, save money at home, and have no link to formal banking. Yet, most of them own a mobile phone. This gap between access and connectivity presents a huge opportunity for financial institutions […]

When Modou Njie launched Farm Fresh in 2014, online shopping was a novel concept in The Gambia. Internet penetration was low, digital payments were nascent and most people preferred to buy food in open markets. Njie, who had worked in technology and consulting for years, decided to take a risk on something new. A decade […]

Platnova Unveils ‘Platnova Business’—The Borderless Financial Suite Powering Africa’s Next Unicorns Platnova, one of Africa’s fastest-growing fintech disruptors, has launched Platnova Business, a game-changing financial suite built to fuel… TechCity

From meticulous websites to flawless sets, Blak Dave reveals how obsession forged a mindset that defines his success in both tech and music.

T2 (former 9mobile)’s internet subscriber base fell below 800,000 in September 2025, barely three months after it signed a roaming partnership with MTN Nigeria

For Chari, the additional capital and board partnership will deepen its shift from e-commerce logistics to a banking-as-a-service (BaaS) platform that enables neighbourhood retailers to offer digital payments.

MTN Group dominates the continent’s mobile speed rankings, while Vodacom has emerged as the clear frontrunner in 5G performance

The $63 million deal, completed through AXIAN’s fibre subsidiary Yas Telecom, gives the company a 99.63% stake in Wananchi Group (Holdings) Ltd. It marks AXIAN’s biggest step into Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, the region’s most competitive and promising internet markets.

South African technology distributor Axiz has entered into a partnership with MBCOM Technologies, Broadcom’s sole distributor in the region, to distribute the full Broadcom software portfolio, in a move aimed at expanding access to Broadcom’s enterprise solutions and strengthening support for local channel partners. The agreement brings together MBCOM’s structured regional channel program and Axiz’s established distribution […]

Explore how innovative solar irrigation startups in Africa are transforming agriculture by providing affordable, sustainable solutions for farmers. The post Top 7 Solar Irrigation Startups in Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

According to KPMG’s 2025 Africa CEO Outlook, 86% of African CEOs plan to pursue mergers and acquisitions (M&A) within the next three years, up from 77% in 2024

The Gambling Act implies that every wager in Kenya could carry a built-in deduction meant to fund health or pension savings.

Explore innovative modular microgrid solutions transforming energy access in rural Africa, enhancing lives and driving community development. The post Hydrobox: Microgrid Solutions for Rural Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

A new Deloitte–AFIS Barometer shows that only 18% of African financial executives expect “transformational impact” from these initiatives, while most predict merely “limited” progres

Online retail in South Africa is no longer a peripheral activity; it is a structural force in the economy. The market is on track to surpass R130 billion this year, approaching 10% of total retail sales. With a growth rate of over 35% in 2024, online retail is far outpacing the sluggish growth of physical […]

Many South African senior citizens have spent decades working hard, saving diligently, and investing wisely to build a secure financial future. Retirement should be the time to enjoy the fruit of their labour, without worrying about losing it all to fraud.  But during the festive season, scammers are more active than ever, targeting those who […]

Today, people average nearly seven hours of online time daily, surfing the web and using gadgets, but they also leave enormous amounts of personal information online and regularly encounter traps left by scammers. In fact, in 2024 alone, Kaspersky detected 4.9 billion cyberattacks worldwide. Considering this constant rise in phishing and scam schemes, basic information security […]

Voucher payments have become the preferred payment method for millions of banked and underbanked South Africans. Significant strides are being made to bridge the financial gap in sub-Saharan Africa. Since 2011, bank account ownership has more than doubled. Today, 49 percent of adults in this region own a bank account. However, individual African economies clearly show […]

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WayaWaya’s no-code platform lets businesses build chat-based banking, payments, and support workflows across WhatsApp and Instagram, without developers. It connects directly to bank systems for real-time transactions.

The technology sector continues to evolve rapidly, and competition for visibility, market share, and trust has never been greater. As tech buyers research solutions online and enterprise decision-making becomes increasingly digital, technology companies must prioritise digital advertising to stay competitive. In 2025, a strong digital presence is not optional; it is a strategic necessity. Below […]

Mukuru teams up with JUMO to launch Fast Loan, a mobile-first credit solution for South Africans seeking speedy access to funds.

Takealot’s Blue Dot Sale 2025 officially kicks off on 25 November and runs through to 1 December. The 2025 Blue Dot Sale follows a record-breaking 2024 event, where categories such as homeware, small appliances, toys, and tech topped the charts. Among last year’s most popular items were Samsung TVs, Hisense appliances, Apple iPhones, PlayStation consoles, […]

The Smarter Way to Sell Bitcoin Directly into Your Bank Account in Nigeria Selling Bitcoin in Nigeria often comes with one major frustration – the wait. The traditional process involves too… TechCity

Research conducted by word unscrambling experts at Unscramblerer.com highlights which words prompt the most pronunciation uncertainty among South African users. Their data was analyzed from Jan 1, 2025, to Nov 03, 2025, and search data from Google Trends for “How do you pronounce” and “How to pronounce. Using Google Trends, they identified the most mispronounced […]

According to TransUnion, 16.8 million people in South Africa remain outside the formal credit system. Many earn irregular incomes, lack traditional credit histories, and are excluded from mainstream financial services. Mukuru, a next-generation financial services platform, has partnered with AI-powered banking technology provider JUMO to launch ‘ Fast Loan’, a scalable, mobile-first credit solution designed to […]

MTN Nigeria’s fintech arm made ₦131.62 billion ($91.64 million) in the first nine months of 2025, but mostly on the back of airtime lending (Xtratime). The why is understandable. MTN has a subscriber base of 89.64 million, and many depend on borrowed airtime for connectivity.

The world of investment is evolving rapidly, and one of the most exciting frontiers today is digital real estate. Just like physical real estate, digital properties can appreciate in value, generate passive income, and become long-term assets. But unlike traditional property, digital real estate exists entirely online. If you’re looking to invest in digital real […]

Zoho has released new research showing that South Africa is emerging as a leader in responsible AI adoption, with 92.6% of businesses having started their AI journey and many prioritising ethics and privacy-first frameworks shaped by the POPI Act. The study, titled “The AI Privacy Equation: Cautious Innovation in South Africa,” surveyed 372 South African […]

World Fibre Day, established by the FTTH Council Global Alliance (FCGA), is observed annually on 4 November to mark the birthday of Sir Charles Kuen Kao, the Nobel Prize-winning physicist known as the Father of Fibre Optics. His pioneering work in the 1960s laid the foundation for the global fiber networks that keep the world connected […]

Amazon Web Services (AWS) and OpenAI announced a multi-year, strategic partnership that provides AWS’s world-class infrastructure to run and scale OpenAI’s core artificial intelligence (AI) workloads starting immediately. Under this new $38 billion agreement, which will continue to grow over the next seven years, OpenAI is accessing AWS compute comprising hundreds of thousands of state-of-the-art […]

Explore funding opportunities, barriers, and support programs for women entrepreneurs in Africa to boost growth and innovation. The post Ultimate Guide to Funding for Women Entrepreneurs in Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Francophone Africa’s startup ecosystem is brimming with potential, but founders face a maze of outdated regulations, rigid company laws, and restrictive currency controls that stifle innovation and investment. From OHADA’s inflexible legal frameworks to banking systems unfit for startups, entrepreneurs are battling barriers that slow growth and repel investors. Until the region reforms its financial and regulatory systems, its most promising startups will remain trapped in a cycle of limited scale and untapped opportunity.

AFRIFF 2025 unveils first-ever landmark Workshop on Artificial Intelligence, Cinema & Culture with Toyosi  Akerele-Ogunsiji’s Rise Interactive Studios Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF), the continent’s premier annual celebration of film, storytelling and creative  excellence in collaboration… TechCity

Explore strategies for African startups to penetrate local markets by understanding consumer needs and navigating regulatory challenges. The post Guide to Market Penetration for African Startups appeared first on Tech In Africa.