While cryptocurrency discussions dominate headlines in Western countries, Africa is witnessing real-world blockchain applications. The continent faces unique challenges that drive innovation: limited access to banking infrastructure, currency […]
From L’Oreal Loss to AI Influencer Revolution: Meriam Bessa’s Startup Story
Meriam Bessa’s entrepreneurial journey took an unexpected turn after losing a significant $600,000 contract with L’Oreal. This setback led her to launch Hypeo AI, an innovative platform for […]
Zabira Celebrates Sixth Anniversary with Brand Rebrand as ‘The People’s Wallet’
Zabira Technologies, a leading provider of digital assets and financial services, has announced a significant brand relaunch marking its sixth anniversary. The rebranding positions the startup as “The […]
Can Blockchain Secure Africa’s Elections? A Look at Its Potential for Nigeria
Africa is experiencing a wave of innovation, with technology driving progress in various sectors. From financial inclusion to transportation and agriculture, tech-driven solutions are reshaping the continent. However, […]
African Insurtech Startups Face Funding Drought Amid Global Decline
Despite a record-breaking quarter for global insurtech funding, African startups are lagging behind in securing investments. A recent report by CB Insights reveals that only $200,000 was raised […]
Central African Republic Becomes First African Nation to Legalize Bitcoin
In a groundbreaking move, the Central African Republic (CAR) has made history by becoming the first African nation to officially legalize Bitcoin as its official currency. This decision […]
Ethiopian Telecom Forecasts 45% Growth in Earnings by 2026
Ethiopian telecommunications provider Ethio Telecom anticipates a significant surge in earnings for the fiscal year 2025/26, projecting a growth of 45.4%. This expansion is driven by anticipated increases […]
YouTube Celebrates Nigerian Content’s Global Success
70% of views for Nigerian content on YouTube now originate outside the country, according to a company announcement at their first-ever TV/Film Day event in Lagos. This represents […]
Nigeria Leads Stablecoin Adoption in Sub-Saharan Africa: A New Financial Paradigm Emerges
Stablecoins are reshaping finance across Sub-Saharan Africa. According to a recent report from Yellow Card, stablecoin transaction volume now accounts for 43% of all crypto transactions in the […]
MTN Group Sees 22.4% Revenue Boost Driven by Nigeria & Fintech Innovation
MTN Group has delivered impressive financial results for the first half of 2025. The company’s service revenue saw a significant increase of 22.4%, with strong performances in key […]
Blockroll Redefines Africa’s Gig Economy: A Platform Bridging Tech & Finance
Sadiq Isiaka, a seasoned product manager and entrepreneur, was facing a major hurdle in the African freelance landscape. He witnessed firsthand how slow, expensive, and unreliable international payments […]
Building Africa’s Climate Data Revolution: Temidayo Oniosun’s Lagos Lab
Temidayo Oniosun’s journey began with a climate-driven problem. While studying Meteorology at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), he witnessed firsthand the lack of accurate ground data […]
Cyberattacks Surge Across Africa: 6,101 Weekly Attacks Record Highest Global Peak
A recent global threat intelligence report reveals a concerning trend: cyberattacks are surging across Africa. In July 2025, Nigeria recorded the highest weekly attack rate at an average […]
Empowering Africa’s Youth Through Data & Cloud Skills: A Blueprint for the Digital Future
Africa boasts the youngest population globally, yet many young people lack access to essential digital skills needed to thrive in today’s data-driven world. This ‘digital divide’ hampers their […]
Africa’s AI Boom: A $16.5 Billion Investment
Unlocking Africa’s potential in Artificial Intelligence (AI) is generating a massive investment of over $16.5 billion. This groundbreaking initiative, fueled by advanced technology and innovation, promises to transform […]