📌 Key Takeaways In my project work, I’ve been called in to rescue apps that looked beautiful in demos but crumbled the moment real users touched them. One fintech app had a gorgeous interface but timed out on every transaction when more than 50 people used it simultaneously. A healthcare app passed all the functional […]

Veeam Software, the Data and AI Trust Company, announced a series of leadership promotions and appointments across its EMEA East region. These leadership changes underscore Veeam’s focus on empowering regional teams, deepening technical expertise and delivering exceptional value to customers and partners across EMEA. “EMEA East is a strategically important region for Veeam, as organisations […]

Lucky, a leading financial technology company in Egypt and the Middle East, today announced the successful closing of a $23 million Series B funding round, including a mix of equity and debt. The round was led by existing & new investors, including Disruptech Ventures, DPI Venture Capital via Nclude fund and new strategic participation from Suez Canal […] The post Lucky Secures $23M Series B Funding to Scale Credit Access Across North Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

If you use virtual dollar cards in Nigeria for online payments, this is something you need to pay attention to. Recently, I checked my Chipper Cash dollar virtual card balance and noticed something surprising — my money had significantly reduced without me spending it. Let me break it down. 💳 What Happened to My $5 […]

The Interledger Foundation (ILF), an organization building and advocating for an interoperable payments network, has partnered with over 10 universities across North America, Europe, Australia, and Africa to bring open payments curriculum into the classroom. The new initiative introduces programs designed to build the next generation of payments leaders who understand where today’s financial systems […]

To counter the severe economic shocks triggered by the escalating conflict in the Middle East, the Board of Directors of African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has approved a US$10 billion Gulf Crisis Response Programme (GCRP) to insulate African and Caribbean economies, financial institutions and corporates from the impact of the ongoing Gulf crisis. The conflict, which escalated […] The post Afreximbank Launches US$10 Billion Programme to Shield African and CARICOM Economies from Gulf Conflict appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The African Development Bank Group has approved a €7.5 million investment into the Breega Africa Seed I Fund, directing capital toward early-stage technology startups operating across the continent. The financing package is structured as €5 million in direct equity capital from the Bank and €2.5 million provided as a junior tranche on behalf of the […] The post AfDB Commits €7.5 Million to Breega Africa Seed Fund to Fuel Tech Startups Across the Continent appeared first on Tech In Africa.

South African technology distribution veteran Mustek is making a deliberate pivot toward artificial intelligence, committing R7 million to launch a business-to-business AI marketplace as it hunts for new revenue following the dramatic slowdown in its renewable energy hardware sales. The company, founded in 1987 and the owner of South Africa’s Mecer PC brand, acquired a […] The post South Africa’s Mustek Channels R7 Million into AI Marketplace After Renewables Revenue Slump appeared first on Tech In Africa.

When was the last time you or your team returned from a break feeling not just rested, but genuinely re-energised and inspired? For founders, investors, and fast-moving startup teams, switching off is rarely easy. A photography tour offers something different. It blends travel, creativity, reflection, and shared experience into one powerful reset, says Vanessa Rogers. […] The post Top 3 Reasons Startup Teams Should Consider a Photography Tour Abroad appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The transition marks the first time in Paga’s history that someone other than Oviosu will lead its biggest market.

In today's edition: SA’s pay-TV market is shrinking || Nigerian crypto startup Bread Africa gets acquired || Uber aims for 300,000-rider mark in SA || Kenya revives tech hub plans

After years of equity, debt, and fund investments across Africa, AHL Venture Partners concluded that private credit is what actually works. Here's why.

The deal adds to a growing list of acquisitions among local crypto startups and reflects the steady consolidation underway in Nigeria’s digital asset ecosystem.

The project has received an additional KES 3.4 billion ($26.1 million), pushing its total cost to KES 8.56 billion ($65.9 million), about 57% higher than the original KES 5.9 billion ($45.4 million) budget.

Cet article est aussi disponible en français First published 05 April, 2026 More deals, less cash: Africa’s exit problem Image: Geekwire There is a saying you have probably heard since childhood: an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Applied to Africa’s technology ecosystem, the “apple” is the exit, an acquisition, IPO, or liquidity event […]

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | April 6, 2026 Key Points Main Story The Nigeria Data Protection Commission has opened a formal investigation into an alleged data breach involving Remita Payment Services Ltd, Sterling Bank, and other unnamed entities, marking one of the most high-profile enforcement actions under Nigeria’s data protection regime in 2026. According to an […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

At $6.76, MTN Ghana now delivers the highest average revenue per user (ARPU) across the group, almost double Nigeria’s $3.60, even after tariff hikes lifted Nigerian ARPU by 65.89% in 2025, according to the group’s data sheet for 2025.

In today's edition: MTN separates Ghana MoMo business || 3 in 4 Kenyans now use mobile money || Kenswitch and Visa partner || Charge eyes tokenised public listing

Flutterwave Nigerian banking license has been approved by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), according to a tweet on X. This comes after the company disclosed it has processed more than $40 billion in payments across its platform, a milestone that highlighted the company’s growth since its establishment in 2016. This regulatory milestone follows Flutterwave’s […]

Vibe coding in Nigeria is rapidly gaining traction , and if you haven’t heard about it yet, you’re in for a treat!. As more young people, entrepreneurs and digital creators discover how artificial intelligence can simplify software development, the traditional barriers to entry in tech are crumbling. In a country where access to formal tech […]

The idea for Jetron Ticket came when his close friend, Jemedafe Caleb, who organised events and parties, needed coordination and a more reliable way to manage attendees.

The shift points to a market that is no longer just led by a dominant incumbent but increasingly defined by scale at the top and clear positioning among smaller players.

Subscriptions rose from 42.30 million in the previous year, with a 5.6% jump in the December quarter, driven by holiday spending.

The world of software development is evolving rapidly and one of the biggest trends shaping the future is AI vibe coding. Gone are the days when building apps or website design required years of programming experience. Today, anyone can describe what they want in simple English, and AI will generate the code instantly. This shift […]

Africa's fintech companies are ready to scale regionally. The CBN Fintech Policy Insight Report identifies regulatory passporting as a pathway to reduce cross-border fragmentation but operators, investors, and infrastructure builders agree: a licence is only the first step. The harder work starts after.

She was at BlackRock for five years as a relationship manager, helping investors build wealth quietly, predictably, over time. Then she came back to Kenya in 2020 .

Africa’s digital asset sector is still early. The region has not yet produced its own listed crypto company, but it sits squarely inside this global shift toward regulated, institution-led crypto rails.

Cement Plc Board has announced the appointment of Mr. Geoffrey Ndugwa as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective 1st April 2026. Mr. Ndugwa succeeds Mr. Mohit Kapoor, who concludes his successful assignment in the country. A seasoned veteran of the Holcim Group, Mr. Ndugwa brings over two decades of executive experience across sub-Saharan Africa. He most recently […]

It is a concession to reality: for monetary policy and control reasons, crypto is unlikely to ever power everyday payments end-to-end.

Truecaller announced the expansion of its Business Chat platform, making it accessible to global channel partners and enterprise solution providers. By “opening up” market access to its platform, Truecaller is empowering partners to transition their enterprise clients from legacy, low-trust SMS to a verified, smart, media-rich, and conversational communication experience. Through this partner-led expansion, Truecaller […]

Infobip South Africa has appointed Lauren Potgieter as Country Manager in a strategic move to accelerate growth and strengthen its position as a trusted partner in digital transformation. With over 26 years of experience across business process management, customer experience, and global operations, Potgieter brings a strong track record in driving operational excellence and scalable […]

The deal brings together Kenswitch’s role as a shared national switch—connecting more than 30 financial institutions—with Visa’s global payments technology.

MTN Group, Africa’s largest telecommunication company, has completed the separation of its mobile money business in Ghana.

Table of contents Why was the deadline moved to April 14? What counts as “income” under the Nigeria Tax Act 2025? Who needs to file taxes in Lagos? What you need before you start filing on the LIRS eTax portal How to file taxes on the LIRS eTax portal: Step by step Penalties for not […]

Novastar Ventures has reached the final close of its third fund, raising $147 million to invest in climate-focused and impact-driven startups across Africa. The fund, known as the Africa People and Planet Fund III, will back businesses working in sectors tied to resilience, sustainability and low-carbon growth. The fund attracted support from a mix of […] The post Novastar Ventures closes $147 million fund for African startups appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Ghana has introduced what is being described as Africa’s first national identity card with integrated payment functionality, allowing the Ghana Card to serve not only as an identification document but also as a payment tool. The move is aimed at expanding financial inclusion, simplifying transactions and reducing dependence on international card schemes such as Visa […] The post Ghana launches payment-enabled national ID system appeared first on Tech In Africa.