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Chams grows 17.9% in 2025 on a $4.26 million SIM and bank card boom
Chams Holding Company Plc, a Nigerian identity management and transactional technology provider, grew its income by 17.89% to ₦17.48 billion ($12.61 million) in 2025
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Day 1-1000 of Pocketfood: Inflation almost killed this startup, then B2B saved it
One day, she asked herself a simple question: if large companies in other countries provide lunch for their staff, why didn’t anyone do that in Nigeria?
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Vertiv Announces New AI-Powered Predictive Maintenance Service for Data Centers & AI Factories
Vertiv announced the launch of Vertiv™ Next Predict, an AI-powered managed service that fundamentally transforms data center maintenance. Moving beyond traditional time-based and reactive models, the service industrializes operations by analyzing asset behavior before risks materialize. Vertiv Next Predict is the latest advancement in Vertiv’s integrated AI infrastructure portfolio, designed to deliver predictive intelligence across […]
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Ozow Announces New Crypto Payments Solution
Payment processing provider Ozow has the official integration of cryptocurrency as a primary payment solution on its platform. Powered by MoneyBadger, South Africa’s Bitcoin-centric payments technology provider, this new offering allows customers to pay directly from their crypto wallets, including Bitcoin Lightning and major exchange wallets such as Luno, VALR, and Binance, with instant settlement […]
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Breaking: Kenya’s Koko shuts down after carbon credit dispute with government
A board member and an employee, who spoke on condition of anonymity, told TechCabal that the decision followed two days of intense meetings at the company’s Nairobi offices, where executives weighed their options after the Kenyan government rejected a letter of authorisation (LOA) critical to Koko’s business model of selling biofuels to low-income households.
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Forex as the World’s Most Active Financial Market
The foreign exchange market—commonly abbreviated as forex or FX – is recognized as the most active market on the global financial platform. Unlike stock markets, forex operates on a 24-hour basis, from Monday to Friday. This makes it different from all other financial markets. The uniqueness lies in its global reach, high liquidity, and continuous […]
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Moniepoint Disburses ₦1 Trillion in Loans to 70,000 Nigerian Businesses
Moniepoint Disburses ₦1 Trillion in Loans to 70,000 Nigerian Businesses In a significant milestone for financial inclusion, Moniepoint Inc. revealed in its 2025 Year in Review report that… TechCity
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Microsoft Tests ‘Command Palette Dock’: A macOS-Style Top Bar for Windows 11
Microsoft Tests ‘Command Palette Dock’: A macOS-Style Top Bar for Windows 11 In a bold move that bridges the gap between Windows and macOS, Microsoft’s PowerToys team has unveiled an… TechCity
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5 African startups building transport, talent, and tokens 
Startups On Our Radar spotlights African startups solving African challenges with innovation. This week, we explore five African startups in the mobility, cryptocurrency, agriculture, and artificial intelligence sectors and why they should be on your watchlist.
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Nigeria takes 49% stake in World Bank-backed $2bn fibre project
Nigeria has begun the financial advisory process for its ambitious plan to deploy 90,000 kilometres of fibre-optic cable under the $2 billion Building Resilient Digital Infrastructure for Growth (BRIDGE) Project,
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Starlink vs OneWeb vs SES in Africa: Who Will Dominate Satellite Internet in 2026?
Satellite internet in Africa is a layered race: low‑latency LEO for consumers vs MEO/GEO for enterprises — winners balance cost, policy, local partnerships. The post Starlink vs OneWeb vs SES in Africa: Who Will Dominate Satellite Internet in 2026? appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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As regulators close in on crypto, this startup is building compliance rails
Tradepal AI is a regtech platform designed to bridge the gap between informal OTC trading and formal regulation in the digital assets sector. 
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Somalia Approves Starlink: What It Means for Internet Access, Telecom Operators and Pricing
Starlink is licensed in Somalia with 50–200 Mbps nationwide coverage, but $390 hardware and $70–$120/month fees put it out of reach for most citizens. The post Somalia Approves Starlink: What It Means for Internet Access, Telecom Operators and Pricing appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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African Corporate Travel AI Startup TripDesk Hits $2.3M Revenue 4 Months After Launch
African Corporate Travel AI Startup TripDesk Hits $2.3M Revenue 4 Months After Launch TripDesk, an AI-driven enterprise travel platform, has crossed $2.3 million in revenue within 120 days of its public… TechCity
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NISSAN MAGNITE MAKES ITS TUNISIA DEBUT, REDEFINING THE COMPACT SUV SEGMENT
NISSAN MAGNITE MAKES ITS TUNISIA DEBUT, REDEFINING THE COMPACT SUV SEGMENT Nissan has officially introduced the new MAGNITE to the Tunisian market, marking a new milestone in the brand’s… TechCity
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Kenyan fintechs poached aggressively from banks. Now the talent is returning
Several bankers and recruiters told TechCabal that some talent who left for fintechs a few years ago are now returning to traditional lenders, attracted by improving salaries, clearer regulation, and job security.
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Quick Fire 🔥 with Eniola Taiwo
Meet Eniola Taiwo, founder of Smartsave, a Nigerian fintech company that processed over ₦210 million ($150,500) in transactions and achieved profitability under her leadership.
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Kuda goes national
In today's edition: Quick Fire 🔥 with Eniola Taiwo || Kuda wants to expand its experience centres || Moniepoint's transaction volume increases by 169.44% || Who secured the bag? 💰
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How to Check Internet Speed 
How to Check Internet Speed  If your movies are freezing or your video calls look like a slideshow, you probably want to know:… TechCity
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EV24.africa and ZEMIA Join Forces to Drive Electric Mobility Adoption in Zambia
EV24.africa, a top platform for sourcing and delivering electric vehicles across Africa, has entered into a strategic partnership with ZEMIA (Zambia Electric Mobility Initiative Association), an organization dedicated to advancing electric mobility in Zambia, to speed up the adoption of electric vehicles and sustainable transportation solutions nationwide. The collaboration marks a significant step in Zambia’s […] The post EV24.africa and ZEMIA Join Forces to Drive Electric Mobility Adoption in Zambia appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Is Starlink Legal in South Africa? Full ICASA Rules, Licensing, and What Changes in 2026
Starlink is barred in South Africa today; EEIPs and a R2.5bn investment could permit legal licensing under ICASA by late 2026–27. The post Is Starlink Legal in South Africa? Full ICASA Rules, Licensing, and What Changes in 2026 appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Papermap.ai wants your business-related questions in Pidgin, Twi, or French
Papermap.ai, a Ghanaian startup operating across Africa and the US, is building an AI agent that understands how business users actually talk.
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Agritech funding in Africa drops to $168 million in 2025 as investor interest shifts
Briter Intelligence's report shows that funding in the agritech sector declined by over 18%, falling to $168.1 million in 2025 from $206.9 million in 2024.
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South Africa’s Auto Boom Masks a Silent Shift: While Sales Soar, Manufacturing Crown Slips to Morocco
A Market in Transition The global automotive industry is undergoing a profound reconfiguration, driven by changing consumer behaviour, rising price sensitivity, and a technological transition that is unfolding unevenly across regions. Against this complex backdrop, several emerging markets are showing clear signs of recovery after years marked by financial pressure, supply-chain disruptions, and subdued demand. […]
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Microsoft Reports Record Net Income as OpenAI Investment Drives AI Growth
Microsoft Corp. has posted strong second-quarter results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, with net income surging 60% on a GAAP basis to $38.5 billion, driven in large part by its strategic investments in OpenAI. Diluted earnings per share similarly rose 60% to $5.16, reflecting the company’s growing influence in the cloud and […]
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Common Mistakes When Implementing Mobile Money Platforms (And How to Avoid Them)
Launching a mobile money platform can open new revenue streams, expand financial inclusion, and strengthen your institution’s digital footprint.  But success doesn’t just depend on offering payments through a mobile app. The real challenge lies in building a platform that fits your market, scales reliably, stays compliant, and supports the operational ecosystem behind it. Many […]
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TripDesk Hits $2.3M in 120 Days, Achieves Profitability in Second Month
TripDesk, the AI-powered enterprise travel platform, has already crossed $2.3 million in revenue within just 120 days of its public launch, according to its founder, Mark Essien. The startup also reached profitability by its second month of operation—a rare feat in Africa’s startup ecosystem and a sign of strong demand for localized B2B solutions. Founded […]
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South Africa: Microsoft, SABC launch national AI skills drive via SABC Plus
Microsoft South Africa and the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) have announced a new partnership to deliver artificial intelligence (AI) fluency and digital skills training to millions of South Africans through the public broadcaster’s digital platform, SABC Plus. The collaboration was unveiled at the 2026 Microsoft AI Tour Johannesburg and forms part of Microsoft Elevate, […]
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BYD Shark 6 and Dolphin Surf named finalists for 2026 South African Car of the Year
BYD South Africa has confirmed that two of its models, the BYD Shark 6 and the BYD Dolphin Surf, have been selected as finalists for the 2026 South African Car of the Year (COTY) awards. The announcement places both vehicles in the final round of judging, where they will be assessed by an expert panel […]
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Moniepoint’s transaction volume jumps to 14 billion, worth $294 billion, internal data shows
In the two years since Moniepoint last publicly shared its transaction figures, the Nigerian fintech unicorn has nearly tripled transaction volume across its subsidiaries.
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AfricAI Secures Exclusive Continental Rights to Deploy Advanced Robotics Platforms Across Africa in Landmark Deal with Micropolis Robotics
AfricAI Secures Exclusive Continental Rights to Deploy Advanced Robotics Platforms Across Africa in Landmark Deal with Micropolis Robotics AfricAI has signed a multi-year exclusive distribution and deployment agreement with Micropolis Robotics, granting AfricAI sole and exclusive… TechCity
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Kuda MFB to expand experience centres after national licence upgrade
Kuda Microfinance Bank plans to open more experience centres for customer support and community engagement after it received a licence from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to operate as a National Microfinance Bank.
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Telcos, pay up
In today's edition: South Africa's digital ID is already behind schedule || Nigeria to fine telecom operators $8.85m over poor service || CBK says M-Pesa is too big to fail
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Lade Falobi’s clarity-over-cleverness lesson for African tech marketers
Falobi was born into a cult of reading and writing. With a father, an uncle, and an aunt in journalism, her childhood was spent navigating bookshelves that held ideas far beyond her years. 
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Starlink South Africa 2026: Pricing by Package (Roam vs Residential), Speeds, and How to Order
Compare Roam and Residential plans in South Africa: pricing, speeds, hardware costs, licensing workarounds, and how to order in 2026. The post Starlink South Africa 2026: Pricing by Package (Roam vs Residential), Speeds, and How to Order appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Zimbabwe’s Digital Regulation Plans: What New Rules Could Mean for Tech Companies and Investors
How Zimbabwe’s 15% digital services tax, new data rules and AI roadmap will affect tech firms, investors and compliance costs. The post Zimbabwe’s Digital Regulation Plans: What New Rules Could Mean for Tech Companies and Investors appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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