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  1. The Nigerian founders who turned travel frustrations into a fintech

    Nigerian founders developed a fintech solution to address travel-related frustrations. They faced visa challenges but secured assistance from an investor to expedite their interviews.

  2. OPay files for US IPO, considers secondary listing in Nigeria

    OPay has filed for an IPO in the US and is considering a secondary listing in Nigeria.

  3. OPPO A7 Pro 5G Unboxing (✨ASMR) #Shorts

    The video features an unboxing of the OPPO A7 Pro 5G smartphone, aimed at Nigerian users.

  4. We Tested AFRICLOUD’s Lagos Cloud Server: Deployment, Pricing and What Nigerian Businesses Should Know

    The article reviews AFRICLOUD's cloud hosting services in Lagos, focusing on deployment and pricing for Nigerian businesses.

  5. Why AI success in Africa hinges on power infrastructure — Gary Chomse

    Gary Chomse discusses the importance of power infrastructure for AI success in Africa.

  6. Top 10 Phones with the Biggest Batteries in Nigeria 2026

    The article lists the top 10 smartphones with the largest batteries available in Nigeria for 2026.

  7. London Stock Exchange Welcomes Airtel Money Debut on £5.3 billion Valuation

    Airtel Money has debuted on the London Stock Exchange with a valuation of £5.3 billion, highlighting its growth in the fintech sector. This move reflects the increasing importance of digital finance in Nigeria and beyond.

  8. Five months after running out of capital, Chimoney gets a new owner

    Chimoney, a Techstars-backed startup in Nigeria, has been acquired after facing capital issues. The acquisition marks a turnaround for the company, which had halted operations earlier this year due to insufficient funds.

  9. Why fintechs are not allowed to trade forex, FMDQ CEO explains

    FMDQ CEO discusses regulatory restrictions preventing fintechs from trading forex in Nigeria.

  10. AI is making it easier to build games in Africa. Making money is still the hard part

    AI is enhancing game development in Africa, but monetization remains a challenge for local studios.

  11. MTN Ghana Launches MTN ONE TV to Expand Home Entertainment

    MTN Ghana has launched MTN ONE TV, an entertainment service to enhance home viewing options.

  12. Kredete Expands South African Crypto Footprint With CASP Licence Acquisition

    Kredete has acquired a CASP license in South Africa to enhance its crypto payment services.

  13. Tecnotree Named a Visionary in the Inaugural 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for CSP AI-Enabled Marketing and Sales Solutions

    Tecnotree has been recognized by Gartner in the Magic Quadrant for AI-Enabled Marketing and Sales Solutions.

  14. How Moove raised over $710 million before exiting Nigeria

    Moove, a Nigerian mobility financing company, raised over $710 million before exiting Nigeria after six years of operations.

  15. Access Partnership and AfriTrade Join Forces to Accelerate East Africa’s Digital Infrastructure

    Access Partnership and AfriTrade are collaborating to enhance digital infrastructure in East Africa.

  16. PawaPay Secures Payment Service Provider Licence in Mozambique

    PawaPay has obtained a Payment Service Provider licence in Mozambique, enabling local operations.

  17. Ghana Rejects FBI-Led Claims Over Operation Blackout Cybercrime Raids

    Ghana's Cyber Security Authority disputes claims about the FBI's involvement in cybercrime raids.

  18. “You already had your chance”: The silent shame of online dating after divorce in Africa

    Runo is a dating platform designed for widows, widowers, and single parents in Africa.

  19. Ghana Telecom Chamber Meets Minister to Discuss Industry Challenges and Digital Priorities

    The Ghana Telecom Chamber discussed industry challenges and digital priorities with the Minister for Communication. This meeting aims to address key issues in the telecom sector.

  20. Safaricom Business Launches SD-WAN Service to Simplify Enterprise Connectivity

    Safaricom Business has introduced an SD-WAN service to enhance enterprise connectivity and network management.

  21. Visa expands global digital travel platform to SA

    Visa launches its digital travel platform in South Africa, expanding its services to the African market.

  22. CADEF: Reliable Power, Air-Quality Data Critical to Cleaner Energy Shift

    The article discusses the importance of reliable power and air-quality data for transitioning to cleaner energy in Nigeria.

  23. Local investors acquire South African travel tech platform LekkeSlaap

    Local investors have acquired LekkeSlaap, a South African travel tech startup.

  24. ITWeb TV: AI-driven fraud rises as criminals target human trust

    Orca Fraud's CEO discusses the rise of AI-driven fraud targeting financial institutions in South Africa.

  25. Airtel Money IPO: London Trading Begins Today at $7bn Valuation

    Airtel Money has begun trading on the London Stock Exchange, valued at $7 billion. This marks a significant milestone for the fintech sector in Nigeria.

  26. Vodacom brings connectivity, fintech to SA e-hailing

    Vodacom is enhancing e-hailing services in South Africa by integrating connectivity and fintech solutions.

  27. SAP says enterprise context is key to predictive AI operations

    SAP emphasizes the importance of enterprise context in adopting predictive AI operations for organizations.

  28. ABC shareholders push for new directors

    Shareholders of Africa Bitcoin Corporation are advocating for the appointment of new directors amid board resistance.

  29. hayo Joins Linux Foundation’s CAMARA Project to Advance Network APIs in Africa and Middle East

    Hayo joins the Linux Foundation's CAMARA Project to enhance network APIs across Africa and the Middle East.

  30. n8n hosting options: Cloud convenience vs self-hosted flexibility

    The article discusses n8n hosting options, focusing on a South African VPS hosting service. It highlights the convenience of cloud hosting versus the flexibility of self-hosting.

  31. Netcampus and CompTIA – building practical skills for real careers, one evening at a time

    Netcampus has launched an evening training program for IT and cybersecurity skills development. This initiative allows learners to enhance their skills without interfering with their daily commitments.

  32. Kenyan neobank Cloud9 secures Alliance investment, takes total funding to $1m

    Kenyan neobank Cloud9 has raised investment from Alliance, bringing its total funding to $1 million. The bank focuses on cross-border payments for African consumers and businesses.

  33. The 20-metre neobank: How Mukuru is solving the gap between receiving cash and spending it

    Mukuru is addressing challenges in cash management for users in Africa's fintech landscape.

  34. Inside Flutterwave CEO Olugbenga Agboola’s startup portfolio

    The article explores Flutterwave CEO Olugbenga Agboola's investments in various African startups.

  35. Cape Town’s hybrid power plant now live

    Cape Town launches the Helderhoop solar and storage power plant to reduce dependence on Eskom.

  36. VPS Hosting in Nigeria: What AFRICLOUD Includes

    The article discusses VPS hosting services offered by AFRICLOUD in Nigeria.

  37. Company behind viral Nigerian game Lagos Life raises $500k

    Vatar, a Nigerian gaming company, has secured $500,000 in funding for its game Lagos Life.

  38. Seacom CEO placed on leave

    Seacom's CEO Alpheus Mangale has been placed on special leave during an investigation, with the CFO stepping in as interim CEO.

  39. Lagos Life maker Vatar raises $500,000 one week after launch

    Vatar Inc. has raised $500,000 shortly after launching its Nigerian browser game Lagos Life.

  40. Yilwatda: FG's Project BRIDGE to Deliver 90,000 Kilometres of Fibre across 36 States by 2028

    Project BRIDGE aims to expand Nigeria's fibre network significantly by 2028, enhancing connectivity for schools and health facilities.

  41. 6 African startups share $400k funding at FINCA Ventures Prize Competition

    Six African startups won a total of $400,000 in funding from the FINCA Ventures Prize Competition to enhance their impact in various sectors.

  42. The WOAN may be dead, but open access is not

    The article discusses the challenges faced by South Africa's wireless open access network and the importance of open access in telecommunications.

  43. The rise of autonomous AI demands a new security strategy

    The article discusses the need for evolving cybersecurity strategies in response to autonomous AI adoption. It emphasizes governance of AI systems alongside traditional user protection.

  44. Why Moove is leaving the Nigerian market it was built in

    Moove is exiting the Nigerian market due to challenges, focusing instead on robotaxi depots in the US.

  45. 👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Moove-ing on

    The article discusses various developments in Nigerian startups, including PiggyVest and Moove's exit from Nigeria.

  46. Rwanda’s Entelon is building AI for organisations still running on paper

    Rwandan startup Entelon is developing AI solutions to automate manual processes for various organizations. Founded in Kigali, it offers products across multiple sectors including health and education.

  47. Miva University Secures Full NUC Accreditation, Outlines Vision for Tech-Driven Higher Education in Africa

    Miva University has received full NUC accreditation and aims to enhance tech-driven higher education in Nigeria.

  48. African startups raise $260.3 million as top 10 account for 85.5% in September 2026

    African startups raised $260.3 million in September 2026, with the top 10 deals making up 85.5% of the total.

  49. Moove Exits Nigerian Market after 6 Years

    Moove, a mobility startup, has exited the Nigerian market after six years of operation.

  50. Billionaires online, broke offline: Nigerians escape reality inside viral games

    The article discusses how Nigerians engage with viral games as a form of escapism from reality.

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