Safaricom introduced the eSIM (Embedded Subscriber Identity Module) service on their network in Kenya in 2021. With an eSIM, the customer just needs some Profile Settings and they are ready to use a particular network. Usually such profile settings are provided by the carrier in form of a QR code to scan, then the phone […] The post How to get a Safaricom eSIM in Kenya appeared first on HapaKenya.

Meet Segun Akinnibosun, the Lead Product Designer at Rvysion, where he focuses on end-to-end product design, from early-stage concept development (0 → 1) to scaling existing systems.

In today's edition: Quick Fire 🔥 with Segun Akinnibosun || Standard Bank hackers ask for 1 bitcoin || Sama to lay off over 1,000 workers || Who secured the bag? 💰

Morocco’s neighbourhood shops still run largely on handshakes and paper. A Casablanca-based startup is raising the money to change that. ZSystems has raised $1.65 million in seed funding to accelerate its mission of digitising the country’s fragmented retail supply chain. The round was led by Azur Innovation Management, with follow-on participation from existing investors MNF […] The post ZSystems Raises $1.65 Million to Bring Morocco’s $40 Billion Traditional Retail Sector Online appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Africa’s largest bank by assets has deepened its relationship with the continent’s most prominent fintech listing, leading a landmark refinancing deal that signals how far Optasia has travelled from startup to institutional-grade borrower. Optasia has closed a $330 million syndicated financing facility to refinance its existing debt and support future growth. The facility has a […] The post Standard Bank Anchors $330 Million Refinancing for Optasia as Africa’s Banks Line Up Behind the JSE-Listed AI Fintech appeared first on Tech In Africa.

A Cape Town startup is reinventing one of medicine’s oldest tools to tackle one of its most persistent killers, and has now secured the backing to take it to scale. AI Diagnostics has raised R85 million in a pre-Series A funding round to accelerate deployment of its AI-powered Ostium digital stethoscope, which enables early tuberculosis […] The post AI Diagnostics Raises R85 Million to Put a Smarter Stethoscope in the Hands of Frontline TB Fighters appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The plan signals a shift in how subnational governments in Nigeria are thinking about economic development.

The job cuts deal a fresh blow to Kenya’s fast-growing but fragile AI outsourcing sector.

A lot of things now happen online without us even thinking twice about it. You pay for a subscription, renew a service, shop from a website, or settle a payment for work.  But the moment your card stops cooperating, you quickly realize how important a smooth payment option really is. That is where virtual card […] The post 6 Best Virtual Cards Platforms for Online Payments in Nigeria appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The decision signals a sharper enforcement stance in Kenya’s data protection regime.

E-invoicing is the electronic exchange of a clearance document between a supplier, the tax authority, and a buyer.

Cross Switch is pleased to announce the appointment of Nondumiso Siboto as Head of Operations, South Africa. Nondumiso brings wide-ranging experience in operations leadership, customer success, and large-scale service delivery across fintech and SaaS environments. Her appointment comes at a time when Cross Switch is actively expanding its platform capabilities and solidifying its position as […]

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In today's edition: Kenya issues 32 digital lending licences || Nigeria’s CAC affected by security breach || Cellulant taps ex-Xapo Bank executive || Zambia is digitising patient records

TCL, the global 1 Mini LED and Ultra Large Screen TV brand (75”+) according to OMDIA 2025, and the No. 1 brand locally for Mini LED TV unit sale in H2 2025, continues to push the boundaries of display innovation with the introduction of SQD-Mini LED in South Africa The launch marks a major milestone […]

In recent years, a new wave of financial platforms has emerged—prediction market apps. These platforms allow everyday users to make money trading on the outcome of real-world events, turning opinions and insights into potential profit. Instead of buying stocks or crypto, you’re essentially trading on whether something will happen or not, from elections and sports […]

A Nigerian startup born from a hackathon has closed a pre-seed round and launched publicly, aiming to replace the fragmented, unrewarding experience of crypto finance with something that works the way money should. NectarFi gives users a complete financial toolkit in a single application: they can hold and manage digital assets in a self-custodial wallet, […] The post NectarFi Closes $170K Pre-Seed to Build a Full-Stack On-Chain Financial Life for Crypto Users appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Endeavor South Africa has completed the final close of its third Harvest Fund, bringing together institutional capital and founder-led investment to back late-stage technology companies across the continent. Harvest Fund III closed at R230 million, structured as a rules-based co-investment vehicle that deploys capital alongside qualified lead investors, with the bulk targeted at Series B […] The post Endeavor South Africa Closes Harvest Fund III at R230 Million to Back the Next Wave of Scale-Ups appeared first on Tech In Africa.

A South Africa-founded startup is making the case that the AI industry’s default answer to the energy crisis — building bigger, burning more — is the wrong approach entirely, and has secured $5 million in seed funding to prove it. The round was led by California-based climate technology investor VoLo Earth Ventures. Founded in 2025 […] The post South Africa’s Refiant AI Raises $5 Million to Make Artificial Intelligence Leaner and Less Energy-Hungry appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Visa’s Africa Fintech Accelerator has reached a landmark moment, crossing the threshold of 100 startups supported since its launch and simultaneously opening the door for the next generation of founders to apply. The milestone was announced during the Cohort 5 Demo Day, held at GITEX Africa in Marrakech, where 18 high-growth fintech startups from 10 […] The post Visa’s Africa Fintech Accelerator Crosses 100-Startup Milestone and Opens Sixth Cohort appeared first on Tech In Africa.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | April 15, 2026 Key Points Main Story Nigeria’s Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has confirmed it is investigating a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorised access to limited aspects of its information systems, raising fresh concerns over the security of critical government digital infrastructure. In a public notice issued on April 15, 2026, the […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Telemedan works like a small clinic, designed to handle consultation and diagnosis of a patient in one place.

Three million people now work in Nigeria’s gig economy, and nearly a quarter of them are in ride-hailing, according to a new report by Ipsos, a global research firm, commissioned by Bolt, obtained by TechCabal. 

Nedbank and Mastercard today announced a landmark 10-year commercial agreement that expands their long-standing collaboration across Southern Africa. Under the agreement, Nedbank will leverage Mastercard’s global technology expertise and payments innovation to accelerate its growth across retail banking, small businesses, commercial clients, and merchant services. Together, the two organisations will create future-fit products designed to […]

Hernandez will oversee onboarding, transaction processing, and customer growth, with a focus on reducing failures and improving how payments are tracked across markets.

Sony is expanding its range of gaming gear with the introduction of 2 new models – the INZONE H6 Air. The INZONE H6 Air offers an immersive gaming experience backed by the open-back acoustic structure and the custom drivers. It produces deep and tight bass thanks to the back ducts integrated into the drivers.  With […]

MTN Digital Infrastructure, the parent company of Bayobab, today announced that its Chief Executive Officer, Mazen Mroué, has been appointed to the Board of the Global Leaders’ Forum (GLF), a global network of senior connectivity leaders working to shape the future of the digital infrastructure and telecommunications ecosystem. The GLF brings together senior executives from […]

Johannesburg, South Africa—The Healthcare Innovation Summit Africa (HISA) 2026, Africa’s leading platform for exploring the latest trends and technologies shaping the healthcare industry, will return to Johannesburg on 27-28 May for its 11th annual edition. Organized by IT News Africa, the event will gather senior healthcare professionals, government leaders, innovators, and technology providers from across Africa […]

In today's edition: Takealot fights Temu, Shein with low prices || aptLearn shuts down || Kenya's hunt for new tax chief || Cauridor hires former Flutterwave exec

Michael Carrick’s first home defeat as Manchester United manager, inflicted by a Noah Okafor brace for Leeds United on Monday night, has raised pointed questions about the team’s readiness for the six-match run-in that determines whether they reach next season’s Champions League. United remain third in the table but are now nine points behind second-place […] The post Man Utd vs Leeds United: Michael Carrick Faces Scrutiny After Defeat appeared first on Gooner Daily.

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Two of the buses operate as a self-contained clinic, powered by solar energy and fitted with equipment for diagnostics, dental care, and cervical cancer screening.

Innovate Now has selected 19 startups working across speech therapy, mobility, inclusive education, and caregiver support sectors to provide locally adapted solutions for accessibility.

SportyTV has secured a historic and groundbreaking agreement with FIFA to broadcast all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in South Africa on a Pay TV basis. a landmark deal that positions the platform at the forefront of sports media innovation across the continent. Just one year after launching in the market, SportyTV […]

Sikili is more than a commerce play. It is an early argument for what a West African circular economy could look like, and a story about two women who chose to build it together, across two countries, from scratch.

As digital technologies continue to reshape industries at an accelerated pace, the ability of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to adapt has become a defining factor in their survival and growth. Across key sectors, particularly those undergoing rapid transformation, businesses that fail to integrate digital capabilities face an increasing risk of stagnation or failure. In […]