From Lagos to Nairobi

Ai Kenya started as a grassroots initiative in 2017. Back then, it was just a small group of enthusiasts trying to demystify artificial intelligence (AI) for local developers and students. Today, it’s a full-blown AI agency with paying clients, policy influence, and a growing catalogue of services. It’s run by Alfred Ongere, who recently left his day…

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has warned it could shut down its services in Nigeria if ongoing disputes with regulatory bodies remain unresolved. The tech giant is facing close to $300 million in fines and says Nigeria’s data protection demands are excessive and unrealistic. To read more click here

Airtel Africa is partnering with SpaceX to roll out Starlink’s satellite Internet across the continent. The goal? Boost connectivity in remote areas where regular mobile networks can’t reach. With licences already secured in 9 of Airtel’s 14 operating countries, the duo is gearing up to deliver faster, more reliable Internet to hard-to-reach communities. To read more…

In Africa’s B2B sales ecosystem, where teams are more likely to manage deals with spreadsheets than sophisticated Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software, a new player is emerging.  Revwit, a sales assistant designed specifically for African teams. To read more click here

IHS Towers, Africa’s largest independent telecom tower company, saw over 3 million shares traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on May 7, its highest single-day volume in nearly two years. The surge in trading activity, accompanied by a 9.7% jump in share price to $5.7, underscores how investor sentiment is shifting in favour…

BankTech, the digital lending arm of MTN Mobile Money unit, disbursed a record $592 million in loans in Q1 2025, according to MTN Group’s financials, its highest since launching in August 2023. The surge highlights growing demand for microloans and the rising role of telcos in closing Africa’s credit gap. To read more click here