The model combines self-paced online courses with mentorship, volunteering and community projects to build practical experience and employability.

Sytemap digitises real estate records on the blockchain and connect them into a single mapped system to reduce fraud and double allocation.

A new report by cybersecurity firm SmartComply, released in Nairobi on Thursday, argues that cyber risk in the region has moved beyond IT departments and into the core of economic stability.

Luno plans to introduce financial contracts that let traders speculate on the future price of an asset without owning it directly in 2026.

Cell C announced a bold new strategy to support South Africa’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The strengthened SME connectivity strategy follows extensive research into South Africa’s small and medium enterprise landscape. The study, conducted with research house Kantar, confirms that connectivity now underpins core business operations. The study reveals that SMEs—who form the backbone […]

Co-creation HUB (CcHUB) has opened applications for Cohort 4 of its EdTech Fellowship, where 12 early-stage startups building edtech platforms will be able to receive $100,000.

Egypt’s state-led approach makes it Africa’s most resilient startup ecosystem in 2026; Kenya leads in climate funding while Nigeria has high deal volume amid economic risk. The post Kenya vs Nigeria vs Egypt: Which Country Has the Strongest Startup Ecosystem in 2026? appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Safaricom's $500M plan to 2026 uses AI and M-Pesa upgrades (Ziidi, Daraja 3.0), supports startups and expands financial inclusion across East Africa. The post Safaricom Innovation Strategy 2026: AI, M-Pesa Expansion, and Kenya’s Startup Ecosystem Growth appeared first on Tech In Africa.

TVS Motor Company (TVSM)—one of the largest two-wheeler manufacturers has officially launched in South Africa through a strategic distribution partnership with The Nexus Collective. Backed by the same proven leadership expertise and team of Tuning Fork (Pty) Ltd and the strength of the Bidvest Group Limited, The Nexus Collective is a purpose-built distributorship wholly focused […]

According to its full-year financial report released on Thursday, the number of staff in the highest salary band rose to 659 in 2025, a 97.3% increase from a year earlier.

Truecaller announced a strategic direct sales reseller partnership with AnyMind Group, a Business-Process-as-a-Service company for marketing, e-commerce and digital transformation. Under this partnership, AnyMind Group will serve as the exclusive intermediary for Truecaller’s advertising inventory across Egypt, UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Ghana, Nigeria, Morocco, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. The scope of the partnership is […]

Cheapest Data Plans in South Africa vs Nigeria: 2026 Report! This guide compares mobile data affordability in South Africa and Nigeria, explaining why Nigeria often shows a lower per-GB price and offering practical tips to find the best value. It covers market drivers, bundle strategies, and where to check live deals. TechCity

The Nigerian Communications Commission has developed a new portal to collect and share data on recycled numbers, as part of a broader effort to protect subscribers from fraud and identity risks associated with reassigned phone numbers. 

Meet Uche Ukonu Jnr, an operator and venture builder based in Lagos, Nigeria, who helps companies execute special projects and optimise operations across West and East Africa.

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MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has returned to profitability, reporting a profit after tax of N1.11 trillion for the full year ended 2025, reversing a loss of N400.44 billion recorded in 2024. The company’s profit before tax stood at N1.70 trillion, a significant turnaround from a N550.33 billion loss in the previous year, according to a […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

MTN Nigeria, the country’s largest telecom operator, generated more revenue in 2025 reported ₦5.20 trillion ($3.82 billion) in revenue for the year, according to its full-year financial results. This is the highest ever recorded in Nigeria’s telecom sector, up from ₦3.36 trillion ($2.47 billion) in 2024.

Lagos’ smart city push: fiber rollout, metro and waterways, AI surveillance and energy projects — practical entry paths for tech companies via partners and compliance. The post Nigeria’s Smart City Push: Top Projects in Lagos and How Tech Companies Can Benefit appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The new system, overseen by the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), the country's tax authority, requires digital asset exchanges to upload transaction data into a centralised platform designed to calculate applicable taxes.

As smart glasses evolve from experimental gadget to everyday device, a deeper question surfaces: when these glasses are used to harass, exploit, or defame, who pays?

Lagos’s 6,000 km fiber rollout (by 2027): $200M for state network, 85% within 5 km, 5x faster internet, smart cameras and IoT for city services. The post Lagos Digital Highway: Map, Route, Cost, Completion Date & Impact on Fiber and Smart City Tech appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Fido Ghana, a digital financial services provider, has secured $5.5 million in debt financing from Symbiotics, according to company announcements. The debt investment came from the Regional MSME Investment Fund for Sub-Saharan Africa (REGMIFA), managed by Swiss-based impact investment manager Symbiotics, according to a February 18, 2026 statement. The proceeds will support expansion of Fido […] The post Digital Lender Fido Ghana Secures $5.5 Million Debt Investment from Symbiotics appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Kenya’s State Department for ICT and the Digital Economy met with Amazon LEO representatives to discuss satellite broadband connectivity, according to official statements. Meeting Details John Kipchumba Tanui, Principal Secretary for the State Department, met with Amazon representatives on February 23, 2026. The Amazon delegation was led by Farouk Shamas Jiwa, Senior Manager for International […] The post Kenya State Department Meets Amazon LEO Representatives to Discuss Satellite Broadband Deployment appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Nigeria and the European Union signed a science and technology cooperation agreement in Abuja, according to official statements. The agreement was signed by Gautier Mignot, head of the EU delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, and Kingsley Udeh, Nigeria’s Minister of Innovation, Research, and Technology. The cooperation framework provides access to the European Commission’s Horizon Europe […] The post Nigeria and European Union Sign Science and Technology Cooperation Agreement appeared first on Tech In Africa.

M-KOPA Nigeria has released its first Impact Report, announcing over ₦230 billion in credit unlocked for over 1 million customers, becoming M-KOPA’s fastest-growing market and fastest to reach this milestone. The report highlights the company’s contribution to income generation, digital inclusion and economic opportunity for Every Day Earners across the country. Since 2019, M-KOPA Nigeria […] The post Nigeria Becomes M-KOPA’s Fastest-Growing Market as over ₦230 Billion in Credit Unlocks Income Growth for over 1 Million Customers appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) (www.AfDB.org) and the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) have signed a $16.61 million grant agreement to launch the third phase of the Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation Program (TAAT-III), aimed at scaling climate-resilient food production across the continent. The agreement, signed on 18 February 2026 in Abuja, bolsters […] The post African Development Bank Group awards $16.6 million grant to International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) to scale agricultural technologies in Afric appeared first on Tech In Africa.

You spend hours every day building a digital footprint. You upload photos, manage your money through apps and store sensitive documents in the cloud. But what happens to that data when you are no longer around to log in? Most people assume their online presence simply fades away. The reality is much messier. Without a […]

Jubilee Asset Management Limited (JAML) has officially announced the launch of the Jubilee Asset Management Graduate Investment Analyst Development Programme (J-GIADP). Developed in partnership with Strathmore University, the three-year initiative is designed to identify and cultivate the next generation of high-calibre investment professionals in East Africa. The J-GIADP primary objective is to transform high-potential graduates […] The post Jubilee partners with Strathmore University to launch graduate programme appeared first on HapaKenya.

Varun Beverages Limited (VBL), a PepsiCo bottler, has announced its entry into the Kenyan market with a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Following the official incorporation of its local subsidiary, VBL Industries (Kenya) Limited, the company has outlined an ambitious roadmap for the project: Construction Phase: Groundbreaking is scheduled for Q1 2026. Operational Goal: The plant is […] The post Pepsi bottler, Varun Beverages, to anchor East African expansion with new Kenyan plant appeared first on HapaKenya.

The National Treasury has officially announced the successful pricing of a new USD 2.25 billion Eurobond. The issuance was structured into two distinct tranches designed to smoothen the country’s maturity profile: 7-Year Note: USD 900.0 million priced at 7.875%. This note matures in 2034, with amortized payments scheduled in three equal installments across 2032, 2033, […] The post Kenya returns to international markets with $2.25B Dual-Tranche Eurobond appeared first on HapaKenya.

New Data Privacy Law in South Africa: Key Changes for Businesses South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act, updated with amended regulations in April 2025, tightened consent, breach reporting, and enforcement. This article explains the changes, practical steps for startups and SMEs, and resources to get compliant quickly. TechCity

M-PESA Ethiopia and Gebeya Inc., Africa’s AI-powered creator platform, announced the launch of the Dala AI Bundle—a new subscription offering that allows Ethiopians to access advanced AI creation tools and make payments directly through M-PESA. The partnership marks the first time an African mobile money operator has bundled AI-powered creation tools as a mainstream product, […]

Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad (“Kenanga Group”), Malaysia’s leading independent investment bank, and the Stellar Development Foundation (“Stellar”), a US-based non-profit organization that supports the Stellar network, today introduced Myrra, a dedicated token platform that leverages the Stellar blockchain to enable the tokenization of real-world assets. The inaugural deployment on the Myrra platform is the tokenization […]

Small images can be so annoying. They are ideal for viewing on your phone screen but become so distorted when you need to print them or scale them up for larger designs. They become pixelated, their corners become fuzzy, and their detail gets lost in the process. This is exactly why people have turned to […]

With over $5 trillion traded every single day, the forex (foreign exchange) market is the largest, most liquid market in the world. With forex trading, you speculate on the value of one currency against another. To be successful at forex trading, it’s essential to understand how to read the various forex charts and use them […]

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | February 23, 2026 Key Points Nigeria’s push toward credible, technology-driven elections is once again under scrutiny as persistent network coverage gaps raise concerns over the electronic transmission of results across parts of the country. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) introduced electronic transmission to strengthen transparency, reduce manual collation disputes, and […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.