For much of the past decade, industrial companies have been dutifully collecting data – almost as if it were a badge of honour. More data leads to better decisions – or so the thinking went. The scale is staggering: nearly 40 billion connected IoT devices are expected by 2030, alongside a global industrial IoT market […]

Table of contents Has Google announced the Pixel Watch 5? When will the Pixel Watch 5 release? How much will the Pixel Watch 5 cost? What are the expected specs of the Pixel Watch 5? Pixel Watch 5 vs Pixel Watch 4 What we still don’t know Google’s Pixel Watch 5 is close. Regulatory filings, […]

Absa Bank, one of Africa’s largest financial institutions, understands that each credit decision represents someone’s next chapter. Amid rising customer expectations and regulatory demands, the bank teamed with SAS, a global leader in data and AI, to modernise its credit risk management infrastructure. The result: faster, more transparent and reliable lending and better outcomes for […]

As Africa’s young and digitally connected population comes of age, the payments industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the rise of digitally savvy consumers who increasingly expect interactions to be fast, seamless and mobile-first. In South Africa alone, a 2025 Statista survey found that 77% of survey respondents used their mobile phones to […]

A South African can earn a regular income, pay rent, support a household, manage money on a smartphone, and repay previous loans, yet still be difficult for a lender to assess. A conventional credit record may capture only part of that person’s financial life. Limited visibility can easily be mistaken for excessive risk. This gap […]

Yellow Card, a leading global stablecoin infrastructure provider, today announced the successful closing of a $40 million strategic funding round, with investment from SC Ventures by Standard Chartered, Sony Innovation Fund, Polychain Capital, Blockchain Capital, and additional strategic investors. The funding will scale Global USD Accounts, Yellow Card’s end-to-end dollar account for businesses, and expand […]

Sensitive electrical loads need stable voltage, clean power, and enough backup time to operate safely during interruptions. Equipment such as automation panels, control systems, medical devices, servers, and communication units can malfunction when power dips, surges or shuts down suddenly. Even a short disturbance can affect performance, damage components or stop critical processes. So, why […]

Moment, a payments infrastructure company serving enterprise merchants across Africa, has closed a $22 million Series A round to scale its collections and billing platform. AlphaCode Venture Partners led the round, joined by returning backers General Catalyst and MultiChoice, plus a first-time check from French media group Canal+. The raise pushes Moment’s total funding to […] The post Cape Town Payments Startup Moment Lands $22 Million Series A With Canal+ Joining the Cap Table appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Global consumer electronics brand TCL has opened the doors to its first TCL Experience Store in South Africa, bringing the brand’s latest innovations under one roof at Cedar Square in Fourways, Johannesburg. The new store marks a significant step in TCL’s growth strategy for the South African market and is designed to change the way […]

Clea, the stablecoin-powered cross-border payments platform helping African businesses trade globally, has launched Vendor Payments, a new capability that enables businesses to simplify payments to international suppliers, auction platforms and shipping companies directly through the platform. Clea surpassed $20 million in transaction volume within six months of emerging from stealth in December 2025, reflecting growing […]

How can young people build a career in a world that keeps changing the rules? It’s a fair question, and one that’s being asked by matriculants and students across the country. It’s also the right question: not what should I study, but how do I find a way of studying that ensures I am keeping […]

Best Video Calling App in 2026: The Top Apps Compared for Work, School, and Family Video calling has become as common as sending a text message. Whether you’re attending online classes, working remotely,… TechCity

Kwara AI Summit 2025 Concludes Successfully, Establishing Kwara as a Rising Hub for Artificial Intelligence in Africa The inaugural Kwara AI Summit 2025 concluded successfully after two impactful days of innovation, collaboration, and forward-looking conversations,… TechCity

Lagos-born mobility company Moove has crossed into unicorn territory, closing a $250 million Series C round that values the company at $2.1 billion. It is the largest single funding round raised by an African startup so far in 2026. Mubadala Investment Company led the round, with Woven Capital (Toyota’s growth fund) and Ion Pacific co-leading. […] The post Moove Becomes Africa’s Newest Unicorn After $250M Series C appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Key points Main Story The Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC) has said its technical assistance programme is strengthening Nigeria’s international image by deploying skilled professionals to support development and deepen diplomatic relations across Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific. The Director-General of NTAC, Dr Yusuf-Buba Yakub, stated this on Tuesday in Abuja during a one-day […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Key points Main Story The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has approached the Court of Appeal in Abuja seeking leave to file a fresh appeal against a Federal High Court judgment that invalidated its powers to impose fines on broadcast stations. The application follows the Court of Appeal’s decision on June 17, 2026, striking out the […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, working with the Smart Africa Secretariat, has opened the third edition of the Innovate Africa Challenge, a continent-wide push to get artificial intelligence solutions for climate-smart agriculture out of the lab and into farmers’ hands. This year’s theme, “From Ideation to Deployment,” signals a deliberate change […] The post FAO and Smart Africa Launch Third Innovate Africa Challenge to Push AI Agriculture Tools From Pilot to Deployment appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Coursera has announced a $100 million strategic equity investment in LearnVector, a newly launched AI-native learning company founded and led by Andrew Ng, the AI researcher and educator who co-founded Coursera itself. The deal gives Coursera roughly a one-third ownership stake in LearnVector on a fully diluted basis, and it marks one of the clearest […] The post Coursera Backs Andrew Ng’s LearnVector with $100M Bet on AI-Native Learning appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Following the successful subscription of its Series 1 corporate bond, Dimension Data Limited (https://DimensionData.com.ng) has completed the signing ceremony for the issuance of N4.05 billion (approximately US$2.9 million), marking the first tranche of its N20 billion (US$14.7 million) bond programme. The proceeds will support the expansion of the company’s fibre infrastructure to meet Nigeria’s growing […]

Every online payment, cloud backup, video call and AI query feels instantaneous. None of it is weightless. Each depends on a physical system of fibre networks, internet exchanges, data centres and landing stations — and almost all of it, at some point on its journey, on a cable lying on the seabed. The International Telecommunication […]

At its annual Cyber Security Weekend for the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa (META) region, Kaspersky talked about the risks that advertising data can pose. While the digital advertising ecosystem has become an essential part of today’s Internet, enabling businesses to reach the right audiences with relevant content, every day, billions of advertising requests are processed behind […]

ayment performance partner NjiaPay has launched one-click payments for South African merchants. This gives consumers a fast and convenient way to pay without re-entering card details or taking additional payment steps like 3-D Secure verification. Unlike one-click solutions tied to a particular payment service provider, NjiaPay, enables merchants to offer the same experience across multiple […]

Happy Girlfriend Day is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the special woman who brings love, happiness, and support into your life. Observed every year on August 1, this unofficial celebration has become increasingly popular around the world as couples take time to appreciate their relationships. Whether you’ve been dating for a few months or have […]

Access SME App is a mobile application from Access Bank Plc that combines digital banking with smart business management tools in one platform. Built specifically for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), the app helps business owners manage finances, monitor inventory, track sales, oversee staff activities, and access banking services from anywhere. Unlike many business management […]

DStv Stream Subscription is one of the easiest ways to enjoy live TV, blockbuster movies, premium sports, kids’ shows, documentaries, and local entertainment without installing a decoder or satellite dish. As long as you have a stable internet connection and a compatible device, you can start streaming your favourite content within minutes. Whether you’re always […]

Big Brother Naija 2026 is finally here, and fans across Nigeria and Africa are in for another thrilling season packed with drama, entertainment, strategy, friendships, rivalries, and unforgettable moments. Tagged “Show Ya Sef,” Season 11 promises to be the biggest edition of the reality TV show yet. This year’s competition features 24 carefully selected housemates […]

Knowing exactly how to vote in Big Brother Naija is crucial if you want to keep your favorite housemates in the bbnaija house. If you’re a fan of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija), then voting is one of the most exciting ways to support your favourite housemate. Every week, viewers across Africa rally behind their preferred […]

Saviynt, a leading provider of identity security solutions, announced significant business momentum, surpassing $300 million in annual recurring revenue while growing bookings by more than 80% and maintaining a leading 96% customer retention rate. It also launched Zuma, a complete AI identity security platform that provides organizations with an innovative, agile, and effective solution to adopt, […]

Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (OWLAG) is embarking on a monumental new chapter to redefine educational empowerment in South Africa. After two decades of transforming lives and graduating over 1,000 extraordinary young women, the elite institution is strategically transitioning from its flagship residential campus into a nationwide scholarship model designed to double its reach […]

Imagine typing a quick prompt to your favorite AI assistant—“Book my flight to London,” “Swap $100 of PYUSD to SOL,” or “Reserve a table for two tonight”—and having the transaction completed in seconds without ever opening another tab or app. This isn’t a distant tech vision for the future. PayBox ChatGPT Claude integration is officially […]

Ghana’s used car market sits at the center of a wider shift in global vehicle trade. For many households and small businesses, imported secondhand vehicles remain the most realistic path to private mobility, commercial transport, and ride-hailing income. At the same time, changing supply patterns in China, tighter import documentation, and Ghana’s own rules on […]

South Africa’s data centre sector is expanding rapidly. New investment is creating opportunities for economic growth, digital innovation and regional connectivity, while positioning the country as a strategic hub for Africa’s digital economy. The country now hosts nearly half of Africa’s data centre capacity, with the local market projected to grow from US$2.16 billion in […]