Getting Android 17 on your phone doesn't automatically mean you'll get all its best features. 

The rule comes as banks and fintechs expand beyond their traditional niches to serve both consumers and merchants.

The rise in staff dismissals amid falling fraud cases signals that Kenyan banks are taking a tougher stance on insider crime, using technology and tighter controls to detect misconduct early. 

Flutterwave, Africa’s most valuable fintech company, has raised a Series E round at a $3.25 billion valuation after a strategic investment from Ripple.

Key points Main story The Federal Government has announced plans to commence the rollout of Nigeria’s long-awaited GIS-enabled alphanumeric digital postcode system in October 2026, marking a major step in the country’s digital transformation and national addressing reform agenda. The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, disclosed this on Monday at […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Key points Main story The National Boundary Commission (NBC) has intensified efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s border security architecture through the development of practical strategies aimed at enhancing resilience, improving cross-border cooperation, and addressing emerging security threats. Speaking at a one-day high-level workshop on border security in Abuja on Monday, the Director-General of the NBC, Mr […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

How to Browse Privately on Phone 2026: A Simple Guide for Any Device Many people assume that opening a browser’s “Private” or “Incognito” mode makes them completely anonymous online. It doesn’t.… TechCity

LG Electronics has partnered with SuperSport to launch a brand-new feature show, SuperSport Social Corner, to capture the unique and authentic South African flavour of soccer match-days outside of the stadium. This show explores the lively, opinionated, and highly social nature of soccer culture in South Africa, illustrating how the right technology can turn any […]

AI has made software creation faster and more accessible, but speed is not the same as quality. The competitive advantage is shifting from who can write code to who can define the problem, guide the build, test the output, manage risk and keep the system maintainable. Euphoria Telecom technology director Nic Laschinger says there are […]

The question is no longer whether artificial intelligence belongs in South African classrooms. It is already there, formally through approved school platforms, and informally through learner usage and teacher experimentation. The real challenge is moving beyond the hype to provide schools with practical clarity, consistency, and implementation frameworks that let them use these technologies effectively […]

Fraud dispute resolution is often manual and can take weeks. Research shows 73% of customers say their loyalty is heavily influenced by how fraud is handled. While customer satisfaction and retention may largely lie in the ambit of the CMO, a large part of the solution lies with today’s security leaders.  Despite increasing security efforts, […]

Should I Install iOS 27 Beta? The Honest Answer Before You Update Every year, Apple unveils a new version of iOS and millions of iPhone users immediately ask the same… TechCity

MTN Group Fintech has launched the MoMo Financial Aid Kit in Zandspruit, South Africa, as part of MTN Group’s 2026 edition of 21 Days of Y’elloCare. The initiative is designed to give young people and underserved communities practical financial knowledge that can help them make better decisions, manage money more confidently and participate more meaningfully […] The post MTN Group Fintech Takes Financial Literacy Drive to Zandspruit Through MoMo Financial Aid Kit appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Sidi Ould Tah’s leadership at the African Development Bank is entering a decisive phase as the Mauritanian economist begins translating his campaign promises into institutional direction. After taking over the continent’s largest development lender, he has moved quickly to frame his presidency around financial reform, domestic capital mobilisation and a more assertive African development agenda. […] The post Sidi Ould Tah Moves to Shape His Power Base at the African Development Bank appeared first on Tech In Africa.

New Siri for Older iPhone Users: What Apple’s AI Upgrade Actually Means When Apple unveiled its new AI-powered Siri at WWDC 2026, much of the conversation focused on technology. People… TechCity

South Africa is a well-established and strategically important data centre market in Africa, with thriving hyperscale and colocation operations, expanding cloud regions, and a robust professional services ecosystem that can handle large-scale digital infrastructure projects. Market forecasts estimate the South African data centre sector will grow from approximately USD $2.55bn in 2025 to USD $5.28bn […]

iOS 27 vs Android 17 AI: Which Platform Is Winning the AI Race in 2026? For years, the smartphone battle was about cameras, battery life, and app ecosystems. In 2026, it is about… TechCity

Apple Intelligence iOS 27 Features: What It Actually Does, Step by Step When Apple first introduced Apple Intelligence, many users expected a direct competitor to ChatGPT. Instead, Apple focused on… TechCity

iOS 27 Announced at WWDC 2026: Everything Apple Just Revealed Apple has officially iOS 27 announced at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC 2026), unveiling a major update… TechCity

Key points Main story An Innovation and Technology Policy Adviser, Mr. Jide Awe, has called on Nigeria to urgently prioritise local internet routing in order to reduce operational costs, strengthen digital sovereignty, and drive economic growth. Awe, Founder of Jidaw.com Ltd., an information and communications technology firm, made the call in an interview with the […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Tomi Davies, Dr. Victor ‘Gbenga Afolabi to Unveil Africa’s First Ad-Agency GPT at MarkHack 5.0 MarkHack 5.0, Nigeria’s premier marketing, media, and technology conference, will host the official unveiling of Ad-Agency GPT—Africa’s first… TechCity

Key points Main Story In a move to restore subscriber confidence, MTN Nigeria has launched a comprehensive public review of its data billing processes and network operations. Tobe Okigbo, the Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer, announced the “Data on Trial” initiative at a press conference in Lagos, positioning the program as an opportunity for […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

World Environment Day 2026: Sustainable Technology Habits That Actually Make a Difference When people think about sustainability, they often picture electric vehicles, solar panels, or recycling programs. What many overlook… TechCity

Best Parental Control App 2026: The Real Review of the Top Options for Families Keeping children safe online has never been simple. Between social media, messaging apps, online gaming, and endless video… TechCity

Key Points Main Story Four years after Nigeria began rolling out fifth-generation (5G) mobile technology amid promises of a digital revolution, adoption remains relatively low, with the technology accounting for just 4.2 per cent of the country’s telecom market. Latest industry statistics released by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) show that older technologies continue to […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Cyberbullying 2026: What’s Changed and What Parents Still Get Wrong Many parents still picture cyberbullying as mean comments on social media posts. While that still happens, cyberbullying 2026… TechCity

Most people who try CAD software for the first time make the same discovery within ten minutes:…

 Key points Main story Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) in Nigeria are considering the introduction of a data calculator tool that would allow subscribers to track and measure their data usage more precisely amid rising complaints over perceived fast data depletion. The proposed tool, according to industry indications, would provide users with a clearer breakdown of […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Key points Main story The Federal Government has emphasized the urgency of reviewing Nigeria’s National Telecommunications Policy 2000, arguing that the framework, developed 26 years ago, can no longer adequately guide a sector that has undergone profound transformation. The call was made during a telecoms policy review workshop in Lagos, organized by the Nigerian Communications […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

MTN Nigeria on Sunday, May 17, 2026, celebrated outstanding alumni of its Media Innovation Programme (MIP) at the MIP Alumni Award Night held at the MTN Event Centre, Falomo, Ikoyi, Lagos. The event brought together fellows, media professionals, innovators, and industry stakeholders to recognise impactful storytelling, innovation, and contributions to media development across Africa. The […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.