From Lagos to Nairobi

This approval marks a significant milestone in Vodacom’s strategic efforts to expand its fibre footprint and enhance digital connectivity across South Africa Vodacom Group has secured final regulatory approval to acquire a 30% stake in Maziv, the parent company of fibre network operators Vumatel and Dark Fibre Africa (DFA), marking a significant step in South…

The National Telecommunication Institue has entered into a strategic partnership with the Aswan Governorate and Aswan University to drive digital transformation, enhance ICT capabilities, and foster innovation in Upper Egypt. This collaboration aims to bridge the digital divide, empower local communities, and prepare a skilled workforce equipped for the demands of the modern digital economy.…

Africa stands at a critical juncture in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), characterized by rapid technological advancements in artificial intelligence, robotics, big data, and automation. For the continent to thrive in this new global landscape, a focused effort on upskilling its population is essential. The 4IR presents both a challenge and an…

Glovo, the global on-demand delivery platform, has teamed up with GITEX Nigeria to introduce an international startup founder exchange program aimed at fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. This collaboration is part of Glovo’s broader initiative to support emerging markets and empower local startup ecosystems. The program will offer selected Nigerian startup founders a unique opportunity to…

As profitable as Nigeria’s consumer lending space appears to be, many fintechs are crumbling under the weight of delinquent loans. As a result of this, loan recovery teams are becoming larger, yet this presents its own set of challenges. Not only do large loan teams chip away at the profits of the fintech lending companies,…

Strong governance is essential for Africa’s tech ecosystem to build trust, scale, and endure. Over the past decade, Africa’s technology ecosystem has transformed from a fledgling experiment into a magnet for global attention and capital. We’ve witnessed the rise of unicorns, the spread of digital infrastructure, and the emergence of world-class talent. But beneath the surface…