From Lagos to Nairobi

The telecom giant underscores that while 520 million people in Africa have mobile access, many are still excluded from fixed broadband, highlighting connectivity as a cornerstone for socio-economic development. Orange, one of the world’s leading telecommunications companies, is investing approximately €1 billion every year to enhance connectivity and digital infrastructure across Africa and the Middle…

The UK-Nigeria business relationship has received a significant boost following the London Mayor Sadiq Khan’s first official visit to Africa, with Nigeria as a key destination. During his trip, Khan emphasized strengthening economic ties and fostering collaboration between London and key African cities, particularly Lagos. The visit aimed to explore opportunities in trade, investment, technology,…

The Africa Tech Festival 2025 is set to be a landmark event, gathering top African and global leaders in technology, innovation, and policy. Scheduled to take place in Cape Town, South Africa, from November 10 to 14, 2025, the festival will feature a dynamic lineup of influential speakers, including government officials, tech CEOs, startup founders,…

Nigerian and Asian investors are strengthening partnerships aimed at facilitating robust technology transfer and fostering industrial development. This growing collaboration reflects a shared vision to leverage innovation, manufacturing expertise, and digital transformation to enhance Nigeria’s economic capacity and regional competitiveness. At recent investment forums and bilateral meetings, stakeholders from both regions emphasized the need for…

This budget allocation supports MTN in Gauteng by enhancing the quality, resilience, and performance of its network. MTN South Africa has announced a R300 million investment to upgrade its network infrastructure in Gauteng. This forms part of the company’s broader R4.5 billion national investment plan for 2025, aimed at ensuring South Africans have access to world-class…

Startbutton, the leading African merchant of record, has been featured on a recent edition of CNN’s prestigious business show, “Connecting Africa.” The segment, hosted by celebrated journalist Eleni Giokos, cast a spotlight on the innovative African startups that are dismantling the complexities of cross-border payments and fostering continental trade. Click here to read more