September, 2026 - Tech Africas

Glo’s decline, T2’s missing data widen MTN, Airtel’s Internet lead

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Nigeria’s telecom market is becoming increasingly concentrated around MTN Nigeria and Airtel as Glo loses subscribers and T2 Mobile’s latest figures remain unchanged because of a reporting failure. The latest subscriber performance data from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) puts T2 Mobile’s subscriber base at 802,534 in April, May and June 2026. The identical figures reflect the operator’s failure […]

Sun King joins Kenya’s growing smartphone financing race

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Eleven months after opening its first African manufacturing facility, Sun King, the off-grid solar startup, is now making smartphones in Kenya as it expands its PayGo model into Kenya’s growing financed-device market. The move puts the company in direct competition with M-KOPA and Watu, which have built businesses around financing smartphones for customers who might otherwise […]

Beyond chatbots, South Africa’s 4Sight sees AI running business processes

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4Sight Holdings believes the next phase of enterprise artificial intelligence (AI) will be less about chatbots and more about rebuilding how businesses actually work. The South African technology group, listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), has reshaped its executive leadership around that vision, appointing Clark Fourie as chief information technology officer, Jeandré du Randt […]

Uber restores Visa payments in Kenya after eight-month pause

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Ride-hailing giant Uber has restored Visa card payments for riders in Kenya, eight months after removing the option over rising payment costs. The move reverses a decision that had pushed Visa users to rely on M-PESA, cash and other payment methods. It comes as Uber reviews costs across its business, including a global restructuring that will cut about […]

Uber is gone. Its users must find another way around Nigeria.

September 5, 2026September 5, 2026edechibugod69@gmail.com0

“I asked why?” That was Iyanu’s first reaction when she saw a tweet announcing that Uber was shutting down its operations in Nigeria. The video producer based in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city, said she stared at the news in disbelief. The ride-hailing app had become a familiar part of how she moved around the city. “At first, […]

From 70 million to 317 million: How Serigne Dioum plans to turn every MTN subscriber into a MoMo user

September 5, 2026September 5, 2026edechibugod69@gmail.com0

From processing 18 loans per second to partnering with Ant International, MTN Group Fintech CEO Serigne Dioum, in this edition of Coffee With…, tells PHATHISANI MOYO how he plans to convert MTN’s 317 million telecom subscribers into a single, closed-loop financial ecosystem. In 2007, Serigne Dioum, now Chief Executive Officer of MTN Group Fintech, began […]

TechBBQ’s Charles Kinga on what European investors get wrong about Africa

September 5, 2026September 5, 2026edechibugod69@gmail.com0

Charles Kinga does not immediately strike you as someone who can talk for hours. When we meet on August 25 in the lobby of Go Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark’s capital and largest city, he appears quiet, almost understated. I am in the Danish capital for TechBBQ, the annual Nordic technology gathering, where Kinga heads its Nordic-Africa Startup […]

The Importance of Design in Technology Websites

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Understanding the Role of Design in Tech Websites In today’s digital age, the design of technology websites plays a crucial role in user engagement and retention. An appealing design not only attracts visitors but also builds trust and credibility among users. A well-structured website with a clear purpose and aesthetic can help convey information effectively. […]

Embracing Minimalism in Tech Design

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The Power of Black and White in Technology In the realm of technology, design plays a crucial role in shaping user experience and engagement. A minimalist approach, primarily featuring a black and white color scheme, offers a sleek and modern aesthetic. This combination is not only visually appealing but also ensures that the focus remains […]