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Remote4Africa aims to connect Africans who are developing tech skills with job opportunities.
As more Africans develop technology skills, Remote4Africa aims to connect them with job opportunities, particularly in remote tech roles. The organization acts as a bridge between skilled African professionals and global companies looking for tech talent, helping reduce unemployment and promote economic growth across the continent.Since its launch, Remote4Africa has rapidly grown to nearly 200,000…
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Mavin’s new executive advise Artists to embrace AI
As artificial intelligence changes the music industry worldwide, including AI-generated vocals and virtual idols, Nigeria’s music scene is slow to adapt.Despite being Africa’s top music market, few Nigerian artists and producers are using AI tools, which risks their global cultural influence in the long run. Nigeria’s music industry makes over $2 billion annually and has…
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Niger waives right-of-way fees for telcos, introduces ₦500,000 one-time permit
The policy, formalised in a government gazette dated September 2, 2024, and signed by Governor Muhammed Umar Bago, is part of a broader effort to attract private-sector investment, extend internet access to remote communities, and digitise public services. Under the new policy, telecom operators will pay a one-time, non-refundable application fee of ₦500,000 ($311.80). To…
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MTN and Airtel ink network-sharing agreement in Nigeria, Uganda to cut costs
MTN Group and Airtel Africa have signed an agreement to share network infrastructure in Nigeria and Uganda, a strategic move aimed at reducing rising operational costs while expanding mobile coverage to underserved areas. The rare collaboration underscores a broader shift toward cost optimisation among African telecom giants as currency devaluation and economic headwinds strain profitability…
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SA telco giant MTN valuates its Mobile Money Unit at $5 Billion
Africa’s mobile money operators are making moves that give us an idea of how much their operations are worth. Valuating the sector has not been easy given several of the biggest mobile money operators are branches of other larger companies. A good case in point is South Africa mobile carrier MTN which recently revealed its…
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Google to invest in $1bn in Africa’s digital transformation
Google has invested $1 billion towards Africa’s digital transformation over the next five years. This support is targeted at revamping the continent’s digital transformation and focus on enabling internet access that is fast and affordable for the masses. In turn, helping them build helpful products while supporting entrepreneurship and small businesses. The announcement came at…