A new global Kaspersky Security Services report ‘Anatomy of a Cyber World’* reveals a blind spot in enterprise Security Operations Centers (SOCs): while performance is typically measured by detection and response speed, organisations rarely assess whether they’re detecting the right threats. Large portions of collected telemetry don’t enter real-time detection pipelines, creating hidden gaps that […]

Emerging markets in Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia are rapidly embracing digital finance, driven by demand for inclusion and fintech innovation. Africa, in particular, has leapfrogged legacy banking with mobile-first platforms and stablecoin adoption, building resilient, scalable financial infrastructure that is now inspiring global replication. In recent years, several African fintech companies have not […]

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 […]

PayAngel, a cross-border payments platform built by migrants and shaped by a lived understanding of the migrant journey, today announced an expanded collaboration with Visa, a world leader in digital payments. Leveraging Currencycloud, a Visa Direct solution, PayAngel will strengthen its multicurrency account and international payout capabilities. The collaboration enables PayAngel to support faster, more efficient cross border payouts […]

Hisense, a world-renowned consumer electronics brand, has officially unveiled two new MiniLED TV models in South Africa, the E8S Series and U6S Series. Available at Game and Makro from 1 June, these premium audio-visual models cater to performance enthusiasts and family-orientated users, respectively. They deliver immersive high-end viewing experiences and redefine the standards of living […]

The move underscores Flutterwave's focus on talent retention at a time when several Nigerian fintechs, including Branch, Kuda, and Quidax, have reduced headcount in efforts to improve operational efficiency and cut costs. 

South Africans are already creating, capturing, streaming, working and sharing from their phones all day, but even the smartest features lose their shine when the battery starts blinking red before the moment is over. The HONOR 600 Series, brings together AI Image to Video 2.0 and a 200MP Ultra-Clear AI Night Camera. At the centre of […]

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ManageEngine, a division of Zoho Corporation and a provider of enterprise IT management solutions, announced the rollout of Zia Agents. The rollout of Zia Agents follows the increasing need for AI-driven and integrated IT operations felt by South African organisations and is aimed at addressing the growing complexity of hybrid environments, strengthening cybersecurity resilience, and […]

The shutdown marks the culmination of a turbulent two-year period for Brass, which once positioned itself as a modern banking layer for African businesses before a liquidity crisis threatened its survival in 2024.

AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced a multi-year Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) to accelerate the delivery of industrial intelligence in the cloud. The agreement deepens the companies’ existing relationship and establishes a framework for joint technology development, go-to-market execution, and customer migration support across the global industrial sector. Under the terms […]

Ethio telecom has expanded its 4G LTE mobile broadband network to 52 additional towns across Ethiopia, extending high-speed connectivity to communities spanning Oromia, Amhara, Southern Ethiopia, Gambella, Benishangul-Gumuz, Harari, Somali, Tigray and Afar regions. According to details released by the operator, Oromia and Amhara account for the largest share of the newly connected towns, together […]

Spiro, the electric mobility company building battery-swapping infrastructure for motorcycles across Africa, has raised $215 million in equity funding as it pushes deeper into a capital-intensive race to electrify urban transport.

Yaba—considered Nigeria’s answer to Silicon Valley—has served as the centre of the country’s technology industry. CcHUB became one of the institutions at the heart of that rise, offering founders workspaces, mentorship, investor access, and proximity to other entrepreneurs at a time when Nigeria’s startup infrastructure was still nascent.

Every time Nigerians buy airtime, renew a data bundle, pay for home broadband, or top up Internet for their businesses, they feed a telecommunication economy that generated ₦7.97 trillion ($5.80 billion) in the first quarter of 2026, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).

 AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, is announcing a collaboration with Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company, to transform how industrial organizations unify, govern, and activate data across IT and OT environments. The collaboration establishes a direct, zero-copy integration between CONNECT, AVEVA’s industrial intelligence platform, and Snowflake’s AI Data Cloud, enabling customers to securely access, analyze, and activate industrial and enterprise data without the need for complex data pipelines or costly […]

In today's edition: Kenya's I&M spent $7.7M to acquire Tanzanian stakes || Nigeria's Central Bank adjusts PoS coverage rule || MCB to spend $1 billion on trade finance || SPAR exits UK business

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has expanded the permitted operating radius for Point of Sale (PoS) terminals to 70 metres from 10 metres after concerns that the original restriction was too rigid for merchants and agents.

AGENTPR: A Nigerian Strategist Just Built What He Is Calling Africa’s First AI-Powered PR Intelligence Platform Most brands in Africa still track media coverage the same way they did 20 years ago. Dr. Celestine… TechCity

Lost law school fees, Twitter DMs, and a frozen account, have made Startbutton Africa into a system that helps businesses expand across African markets.

People feature with Afolabi Oyebiyi, a software engineer at Nigerian software consulting firm Cyclone, on how he navigates the digital world.

Courage & Conviction, the theme for the fourth edition of Moonshot by TechCabal coming to the National Theatre in Lagos, Nigeria, on October 28 and 29, 2026.

Kenya had the largest representation on the Bloomberg list with four startups. South Africa, Nigeria, and Tanzania each had three companies.

A global ranking by US consultancy Ataraxis places South Africa first in Africa, followed by Nigeria and Kenya, highlighting the continent’s growing role in the global outsourcing market.

MTN’s decision to restore the service is a departure from what executives told investors during the company’s May 4 earnings call.

65 healthtech startups were launched in Nigeria between 2020 and 2025, more than half of the 103 startups launched in the 15 years before the pandemic.

 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%%.

Meet John Eni-ibukun, an African Gospel and Afrobeats curator at Audiomack, where he thinks about how music travels, gets discovered, and lands with audiences in a fragmented digital world.

In today's edition: Quick Fire 🔥 with John Eni-ibukun || Yoco acquires Dyner AI || Uber eyes full Delivery Hero takeover || Who secured the bag? 💰

Cybersecurity Threats in 2026 Nobody Is Warning You About Most people think cybercrime still looks the same: suspicious emails, weak passwords, and obvious scams. That is no… TechCity

Table of contents What to expect under ₦200,000 Under ₦120,000 (Entry level/Second phone) ₦120,000 to ₦150,000 (The sweet spot) ₦145,000 to ₦170,000 (Main recommendations) ₦170,000 to ₦200,000 (Premium budget) Which phone should you buy? This is a guide to the cheapest phones in Nigeria and their prices, covering everything under ₦200,000 that is worth your […]

South African fintech Yoco is banking on artificial intelligence (AI) to be the next major growth lever for small businesses. To advance that vision, the commerce platform has acquired Dyner.ai, an AI-native operating system built to help Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), particularly restaurants, streamline operations. In an interview with TechCabal on Thursday, Carl Wazen, […]

Africa’s startup ecosystem is no longer in recovery mode — it’s in expansion. After a funding slowdown in 2024, the continent’s startups bounced back hard, raising $3.1 billion in 2025, up from $2.2 billion the year prior — and the biggest headline to come out of those numbers is a shift in the pecking order. […] The post Kenya Claims Africa’s VC Crown as Continent’s Startup Funding Surges Past $3 Billion appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Applications are now open for the 2026 Africa Health-Tech Accelerator, a pan-African programme targeting early-stage startups building healthcare technology solutions across the continent. The accelerator runs under the Africa Health ExCon platform and offers founders a path to mentorship, product validation support, business development training, investor readiness, and connections to strategic partners. The programme is […] The post Africa Health-Tech Accelerator Is Looking for Its Next Cohort — Here’s What Founders Need to Know appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Nala, the Tanzanian-founded fintech building stablecoin-powered cross-border payment rails, has secured up to $50 million in credit financing from private credit firm Liquidity as demand rises for faster business payments between emerging markets, Europe and the United States.