From Lagos to Nairobi

Nigeria is intensifying efforts to recover outstanding tax debts by tapping into the combined power of banks and fintech companies. The government, recognizing the persistent challenge of low tax compliance and mounting unpaid obligations, is now exploring innovative digital solutions to enhance efficiency and ensure accountability. Traditionally, tax collection in Nigeria has faced hurdles, including…

Artificial intelligence is often celebrated as a universal technology, but its reality tells a different story. Many AI systems struggle to understand and serve communities whose languages are underrepresented in training data. MeetKai’s new initiative with GSMA aims to confront this challenge head-on by bridging the AI language gap for low-resource languages, including many spoken…

Ethiopian Airlines is embarking on a significant digital transformation that goes beyond passenger-facing technology and into the core of how the airline operates. Through a strategic partnership with Nucore Technologies, the airline is modernising its B2B digital platform, marking a deliberate shift toward smarter, data-driven aviation operations. While much of the change happens behind the…

When global data infrastructure giant Equinix announces a $22 million investment in a new data center in Lagos, it is more than just another construction project. It is a clear signal that Nigeria’s digital economy has reached a level of maturity that demands world-class infrastructure. As businesses increasingly rely on cloud computing, AI, fintech platforms,…

As cross-border commerce accelerates and digital work becomes increasingly global, the gap between international payments and local spending realities remains a persistent challenge—especially in emerging markets. O3 Capital, a fintech-focused investment and technology firm, is positioning its BL!NK card as a solution to this problem by creating a seamless bridge between global payment networks and…

PiggyVest, one of Nigeria’s most prominent digital savings and investment platforms, has reported ₦1.3 trillion in total payouts to users and a customer base of over 6 million in 2025, underscoring its growing influence in the country’s fintech ecosystem. The figures highlight the platform’s role in shaping how millions of Nigerians save, invest, and manage…