Shalom Osiadi founded Esca Finance after naira volatility directly affected his family’s property investments in Nigeria, exposing how quickly currency swings can erase value in dollar terms.

Enugu is building 260 smart schools across the state, combining technology, funding, and curriculum reform to tackle deep-rooted learning gaps and modernise public education.

The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) and City Power, the power utility of the City of Johannesburg (CoJ), have entered high-level talks to resolve the Small-Scale Embedded Generation (SSEG) registration backlog and stabilize Johannesburg’s distributed energy framework. The meeting, held on 16 February 2026, focused on creating a compliant, financially sustainable, and growing distributed […]

By Kim Rew, Partner & Jered Shorkend, Associate at Webber Wentzel Picture a rainy Wednesday morning in Sandton, sometime in the near future. A claims handler opens their laptop, and right away, things move much faster than they used to. For every new email, the company’s artificial intelligence system (AI) has already drafted a suggested […]

This gap reflects broader differences in how the gig economy is structured in both countries.

For many artists, musicians, and authors in Kenya, the legal side of creativity can feel like a daunting maze. From licensing disputes to the unauthorized use of your work, protecting your hustle is often overshadowed by the fear of long, expensive court battles. However, there is a specialized mechanism designed specifically for you: The Copyright […] The post How Kenyan creatives can resolve IP & copyright disputes via the Copyright Tribunal appeared first on HapaKenya.

In a scathing response to the sudden redundancy notice issued by Sama, digital rights group The Oversight Lab has issued a statement of solidarity with affected workers, calling for urgent government intervention and a radical rethink of Kenya’s reliance on the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) sector. The statement follows Sama’s announcement yesterday that it would […] The post The Oversight Lab blasts Meta & Sama following 1,108 layoffs in Kenya appeared first on HapaKenya.

Ted Pantone is not a man who rushes his thoughts. The co-founder and chief executive of Turaco, a Kenyan insurance startup, speaks in measured bursts, pausing long enough to suggest he is weighing the question and the implications of the answer.

 Key points Main story The Federal Ministry of Education has announced the full digitisation of the authentication and evaluation of academic credentials, marking a major shift towards transparency and efficiency in Nigeria’s education sector. In a statement issued on April 15, 2026, the ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade, said the initiative […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Royal Philips, a health technology company, announced the appointment of Marc Zora as Chief Executive Officer for Philips in the Middle East, Türkiye and Africa (META) region, effective 1 April 2026. A 15-year Philips veteran, Zora brings extensive regional experience and a proven track record of driving growth and transformation across diverse markets. Since joining […]

 Key points Main story MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has temporarily suspended its airtime and data lending service, “Xtratime,” following the introduction of new regulations by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission. The telecom operator disclosed this in a filing to the Nigerian Exchange Limited on Thursday, stating that the move was necessary to comply […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Tether, a company in the digital asset ecosystem and issuer of USD₮, announced the launch of Tether. wallet, a self-custodial digital wallet that brings Tether’s global financial infrastructure directly into the hands of its users. For more than a decade, Tether has built its company on a simple mission: bringing financial inclusion to the billions […]

Digital Payment Trends in Emerging Markets: What’s Next Emerging markets are driving the next wave of digital payments through mobile wallets, QR codes, POS networks, and interoperable rails. The biggest opportunity now is turning payment adoption into broader financial inclusion and SME growth. TechCity

By Oliver Niemandt, General manager and head of sales, Cloud On Demand We have done the cloud industry a disservice. Somewhere along the way, the conversation about cloud value got replaced by a conversation about cloud cost. I am not sure exactly when it happened, but I see the consequences of it regularly. I understand […]

AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, will host AVEVA Day South Africa 2026 on April 22, 2026, at the Johannesburg Marriott Hotel, Melrose Arch. With the central theme, “Accelerating Africa’s Industrial Future: Harnessing AI, Digital Twins and Data-Driven Operations for Sustainable Growth,” the event will bring together industrial leaders, technology innovators, and ecosystem partners […]

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | April 17, 2026 Key Points Main Story MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has temporarily suspended its airtime and data lending service, Xtratime, following the introduction of new regulatory requirements governing digital credit services. In a filing to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), the telecom operator said the move aligns with the Federal […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Meet Segun Akinnibosun, the Lead Product Designer at Rvysion, where he focuses on end-to-end product design, from early-stage concept development (0 → 1) to scaling existing systems.

In today's edition: Quick Fire 🔥 with Segun Akinnibosun || Standard Bank hackers ask for 1 bitcoin || Sama to lay off over 1,000 workers || Who secured the bag? 💰

Morocco’s neighbourhood shops still run largely on handshakes and paper. A Casablanca-based startup is raising the money to change that. ZSystems has raised $1.65 million in seed funding to accelerate its mission of digitising the country’s fragmented retail supply chain. The round was led by Azur Innovation Management, with follow-on participation from existing investors MNF […] The post ZSystems Raises $1.65 Million to Bring Morocco’s $40 Billion Traditional Retail Sector Online appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Africa’s largest bank by assets has deepened its relationship with the continent’s most prominent fintech listing, leading a landmark refinancing deal that signals how far Optasia has travelled from startup to institutional-grade borrower. Optasia has closed a $330 million syndicated financing facility to refinance its existing debt and support future growth. The facility has a […] The post Standard Bank Anchors $330 Million Refinancing for Optasia as Africa’s Banks Line Up Behind the JSE-Listed AI Fintech appeared first on Tech In Africa.

A Cape Town startup is reinventing one of medicine’s oldest tools to tackle one of its most persistent killers, and has now secured the backing to take it to scale. AI Diagnostics has raised R85 million in a pre-Series A funding round to accelerate deployment of its AI-powered Ostium digital stethoscope, which enables early tuberculosis […] The post AI Diagnostics Raises R85 Million to Put a Smarter Stethoscope in the Hands of Frontline TB Fighters appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The plan signals a shift in how subnational governments in Nigeria are thinking about economic development.

The job cuts deal a fresh blow to Kenya’s fast-growing but fragile AI outsourcing sector.

A lot of things now happen online without us even thinking twice about it. You pay for a subscription, renew a service, shop from a website, or settle a payment for work.  But the moment your card stops cooperating, you quickly realize how important a smooth payment option really is. That is where virtual card […] The post 6 Best Virtual Cards Platforms for Online Payments in Nigeria appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The decision signals a sharper enforcement stance in Kenya’s data protection regime.

E-invoicing is the electronic exchange of a clearance document between a supplier, the tax authority, and a buyer.

Cross Switch is pleased to announce the appointment of Nondumiso Siboto as Head of Operations, South Africa. Nondumiso brings wide-ranging experience in operations leadership, customer success, and large-scale service delivery across fintech and SaaS environments. Her appointment comes at a time when Cross Switch is actively expanding its platform capabilities and solidifying its position as […]

Hello, my fellow Netizens! Welcome back to the weekly gathering of people who are currently contemplating whether to buy data or buy food. It’s a tough decision, isn’t it? Like choosing between breathing and blinking. Whether or not you’re reading this with your last megabytes — we appreciate the sacrifice. Pull up a virtual chair, […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

In today's edition: Kenya issues 32 digital lending licences || Nigeria’s CAC affected by security breach || Cellulant taps ex-Xapo Bank executive || Zambia is digitising patient records

TCL, the global 1 Mini LED and Ultra Large Screen TV brand (75”+) according to OMDIA 2025, and the No. 1 brand locally for Mini LED TV unit sale in H2 2025, continues to push the boundaries of display innovation with the introduction of SQD-Mini LED in South Africa The launch marks a major milestone […]

In recent years, a new wave of financial platforms has emerged—prediction market apps. These platforms allow everyday users to make money trading on the outcome of real-world events, turning opinions and insights into potential profit. Instead of buying stocks or crypto, you’re essentially trading on whether something will happen or not, from elections and sports […]

A Nigerian startup born from a hackathon has closed a pre-seed round and launched publicly, aiming to replace the fragmented, unrewarding experience of crypto finance with something that works the way money should. NectarFi gives users a complete financial toolkit in a single application: they can hold and manage digital assets in a self-custodial wallet, […] The post NectarFi Closes $170K Pre-Seed to Build a Full-Stack On-Chain Financial Life for Crypto Users appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Endeavor South Africa has completed the final close of its third Harvest Fund, bringing together institutional capital and founder-led investment to back late-stage technology companies across the continent. Harvest Fund III closed at R230 million, structured as a rules-based co-investment vehicle that deploys capital alongside qualified lead investors, with the bulk targeted at Series B […] The post Endeavor South Africa Closes Harvest Fund III at R230 Million to Back the Next Wave of Scale-Ups appeared first on Tech In Africa.

A South Africa-founded startup is making the case that the AI industry’s default answer to the energy crisis — building bigger, burning more — is the wrong approach entirely, and has secured $5 million in seed funding to prove it. The round was led by California-based climate technology investor VoLo Earth Ventures. Founded in 2025 […] The post South Africa’s Refiant AI Raises $5 Million to Make Artificial Intelligence Leaner and Less Energy-Hungry appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Visa’s Africa Fintech Accelerator has reached a landmark moment, crossing the threshold of 100 startups supported since its launch and simultaneously opening the door for the next generation of founders to apply. The milestone was announced during the Cohort 5 Demo Day, held at GITEX Africa in Marrakech, where 18 high-growth fintech startups from 10 […] The post Visa’s Africa Fintech Accelerator Crosses 100-Startup Milestone and Opens Sixth Cohort appeared first on Tech In Africa.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | April 15, 2026 Key Points Main Story Nigeria’s Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has confirmed it is investigating a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorised access to limited aspects of its information systems, raising fresh concerns over the security of critical government digital infrastructure. In a public notice issued on April 15, 2026, the […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.