AfricAI Launches in Nigeria to Drive AI Innovation
by AfricAI has officially launched in Nigeria, marking a significant milestone in Africa’s journey toward artificial intelligence sovereignty and innovation. The initiative is a joint venture …
Ghana, Lesotho Forge New AI & Tech Partnership
by Ghana and Lesotho are forging an expansive AI and tech partnership, signaling a major shift in Africa’s digital transformation narrative. These two nations, renowned for …
Nigeria’s Internet Users Drop in June, Data Use Steady
Nigeria’s internet users experienced a decline in June 2025, continuing a worrying trend despite steady data consumption. The country’s telecommunications scene is marked by a …
Africa Made Up 6.7% of Global Stablecoin GDP in 2024 – IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released a new working paper that reveals Africa’s significant presence in the global stablecoin economy. In 2024, Africa accounted …
Chowdeck Raises $9M to Boost Expansion in West Africa
Chowdeck has raised $9 million in Series A funding to accelerate its growth and quick commerce expansion across Nigeria and Ghana. The Lagos-based food delivery …
Airtel Africa Foundation Unveils ‘Tech For Her’ To Empower Women
Airtel Africa Foundation has launched an ambitious new initiative, “Tech for Her by Airtel Africa Foundation,” aimed at empowering young women across Africa with critical …
Blockfinex Unveils DollarCoin to Empower Africans
Blockfinex, a global cryptocurrency exchange, has launched DollarCoin (USDR), a U.S.-regulated stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the U.S. Dollar. This major initiative directly aims to empower …
West Africa Rises As Global Hub for Virtual Assets – SEC
West Africa is making waves on the world stage. The region, once known primarily for its oil and agriculture, is now at the forefront of …
Rwanda’s Central Bank Explores CBDC with Targeted Testing
The National Bank of Rwanda has officially advanced to the proof-of-concept (PoC) stage for its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). This marks a key milestone …
Sun King Closes Landmark $156M Kenyan Solar Financing
Sun King in Kenya has made a spectacular leap forward in the clean energy space. The off-grid solar energy leader just closed a landmark $156 …