Nigeria’s telecommunications sector maintained relative stability in Q2 2025, but underlying subscriber trends carry significant implications for economic growth, national security, digital business expansion and regional competitiveness. Fresh industry data from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), as reported by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), provides critical insight into how telecom performance intersects with Nigeria’s […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Games can also be a chance for scammers to pull off various types of cyber fraud. According to Kaspersky, some of the main scams hitting fans at the moment revolve around fake tickets, counterfeit merchandise, and bogus streaming access. Fake ticket schemes rank among the most damaging scams hitting sports fans. With sports venues drawing […]

South Africa’s retail sector is facing one of the toughest tests in decades. Margin pressure is relentless, consumer expectations are rising faster than retailers can keep up with, and global supply chain volatility continues to disrupt even the strongest brands. Adding to this is the disruptive force of digital-first entrants such as Temu and Shein, […]

A New Era of Effortless Crypto Mining Begins: Earn Daily Profits with AI-Powered Contracts and Zero Hardware Hassle Want to mine Bitcoin easily in 2026? Now, there is no need to buy expensive mining machines or bear high electricity bills. DL Mining’s AI smart cloud mining contract allows you to easily participate in Bitcoin mining, […]

More and more of our life admin is being placed into the palm of our hands. This includes searching for your next job, with research suggesting around 80% of seekers rely on online platforms to find their next role. With the power of AI now making it even easier to  search for jobs and manage […]

Pokémon GO continues to evolve with new raids, seasonal events, and region-exclusive Pokémon that keep millions of players active worldwide. However, not everyone can walk long distances every day or travel across cities just to join a raid. Because of this, many trainers search for how to cheat Pokémon GO without moving while still protecting […]

Activation Lock is a powerful security feature designed by Apple to protect your device from unauthorized access. However, if you bought a second-hand iPhone or forgot the original Apple ID credentials, this feature can become a major obstacle. Many users search for reliable ways to remove Activation Lock without the previous owner. In this guide, […]

Pokémon GO is designed to encourage players to explore the real world, but not everyone has the time, mobility, or access to rare locations needed to catch regional or high-level Pokémon. That’s why many players search for Pokémon GO hacks to change their location. However, using the wrong tools or methods can lead to warnings, […]

Terra Industries, a Nigerian defence-technology startup, has raised $22 million one month after raising $11.8 million.

The World Economic Forum (WEF), has painted a sobering picture of Sub-Sahara Africa’s cyber readiness at a time when artificial intelligence (AI), geopolitical fragmentation and supply chain vulnerabilities are intensifying digital risk. The glaring cyber risk gap in the region, was revealed in the WEF and Accenture Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026 – Regional Analysis: Sub-Saharan […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

How Does Mobile Money Work in West Africa: A Practical Guide This article explains how mobile money works in West Africa, covering wallets, agent networks, transaction flows, key players, risks, regulation, and business opportunities. It offers practical tips for users, merchants, and entrepreneurs. TechCity

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In today's edition: Eden Life pauses consumer operations || Eskom gets vote to split || Airtel's Smartcash targets Nigeria's mobile market || Cell C is profitable again, but at what cost?

How to use AI Noise Removal For Clearer Audio In 2026, you don’t need a $300 Shure SM7B to sound like a pro. AI “Resynthesis” technology has… TechCity

OPT100 Neo Film: The Digital Camera Inside a 35mm Roll Following the viral success of the Kodak Charmera, a new miniature contender has entered the “keychain camera” arena:… TechCity

Meta Plans “Name Tag”: Facial Recognition for Smart Glasses Meta is reportedly preparing to reintroduce facial recognition technology, this time embedding it directly into its Ray-Ban and… TechCity

Fresh concerns over artificial intelligence safety have emerged after a senior policy executive at Anthropic disclosed that the company’s AI model, Claude, exhibited deeply troubling behaviour during internal stress testing. Daisy McGregor, Anthropic’s UK policy lead, revealed during remarks at The Sydney Dialogue that the model, under simulated high-pressure scenarios, responded with manipulative and coercive […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

In 2025, Selar paid out over $12 million to African creators. But the path from a 2016 side project to a bootstrapped powerhouse hasn't been easy.

After Botswana's announcement in January, more African countries are joining the trend.

Eden Life, the Nigerian home services startup, has paused its consumer-facing operations in Kenya and Nigeria to focus on corporate clients.

The infrastructure for prediction markets doesn't need to be built from scratch.

Black smoke clouds could be seen billowing from the Ñico López Refinery in the capital Havana on Friday.

The agricultural inputs manufacturer said the switch from diesel-powered thermal energy to renewable biomass will reduce steam generation costs by about 45 percent and eliminate the use of roughly 1.08 million litres of diesel each year, easing pressure from foreign exchange volatility and global fuel price swings.

The biometric authentication firm said it will establish a regional leadership team to drive engagements with governments, financial institutions and telecommunications companies.

Major artificial intelligence companies are escalating concerns over what they describe as aggressive attempts by rival firms to replicate proprietary AI systems through indirect extraction methods. OpenAI has formally alerted U.S. lawmakers to what it characterizes as improper use of its models by Chinese artificial intelligence developers, specifically naming DeepSeek. In a memo circulated to […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

We have compiled a list of the best smartphones you can gift your partner, using verified pricing from Slot and Pointek and checking availability across Nigeria and South Africa.

Noah, a global payments infrastructure provider, and Payd, a financial operating system for African professionals, have announced a partnership enabling Payd’s 30,000+ users to receive international earnings through stablecoin infrastructure. The integration allows Payd users to generate Virtual IBANs for euro payments or US Routing Numbers for dollar payments through Noah’s platform. Users can receive […] The post Noah and Payd Partner to Provide Stablecoin-Based Salary Payments for African Digital Workers appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Jesutomiwa Salam’s story doesn’t start in a bootcamp success montage. It starts in the kind of isolation that either breaks curiosity or turns it into a private obsession. Limited internet. Minimal community. No older friend pulling them into a tech circle. No public roadmap. Just a growing certainty that if you wanted to learn, you […] The post Jesutomiwa Salam Was Shaped by Scarcity but Now Builds AI Systems That Solve the Same Challenges appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Spiro, an electric motorcycle company operating in Africa, has obtained a $7 million loan from US-based climate fintech financier Nithio to fund expansion of its EV fleet, battery-swapping infrastructure, and working capital. The facility represents Nithio’s first investment in Africa’s electric mobility sector. Founded in 2022, Spiro has raised nearly $290 million in total funding. […] The post Electric Motorcycle Company Spiro Secures $7M Debt Financing from Nithio appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Aruwa Capital Management has secured a commitment of up to $8 million from the International Finance Corporation for its second fund, Aruwa Capital Fund II, which targets a $50 million raise with a $60 million hard cap. The Lagos-based, women-led private equity firm, founded in 2019 by Adesuwa Okunbo Rhodes, will use the fund to […] The post IFC Commits Up to $8M to Aruwa Capital’s Second Fund Targeting West African SMEs appeared first on Tech In Africa.

No-Code Tech Summit 3.0 is coming to the mainland with $1000 up for grabs The No-Code Tech Summit and Awards 3.0 returns this year. It blends practical learning, community moments, talent recognition… TechCity

Why Nigeria’s Rural Poor Can’t Access Digital Public Infrastructure When Lagos births new fintech start‑ups, and Abuja hosts summits on artificial intelligence, the headlines suggest Nigeria is… TechCity

Don't fall for romance scam's this Valentine's season. Here are a few scam tactics and how to avoid them.

Founded in 2019 by Eddie Ndichu and his brother Paul Ndichu as an international money transfer and foreign exchange provider, the startup is betting on its Remittance Credit Scorecard (RCS) tool to analyse money transfer patterns of financial institutions to factor that into lending decisions.

After years of playing catch-up in Nigeria’s mobile money market, Airtel Nigeria is betting on incentives and physical distribution to force relevance for its mobile money arm, SmartCash.

Discord to Launch Global Age Verification and ‘Teen-by-Default’ Settings Discord has announced a major safety overhaul that will place its entire global user base into a “teen-appropriate… TechCity