Tech Africas covers Tech Africa, African fintech, artificial intelligence, startups, and funding
The Ugandan Ministry of ICT and National Guidance in partnership with the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has officially rolled out the National Communication Policy 2026. The government of Uganda has officially launched the National Communication Policy 2026 establishing a unified and modernized framework for public communication, citizen engagement and the delivery of government information. Announced […]
Continue Reading
Vodacom has announced a landmark investment of R1 billion dedicated to expanding and modernizing its network infrastructure across the KwaZulu-Natal province in South Africa. Vodacom has announced a substantial investment of R1 billion dedicated to upgrading and expanding network infrastructure across South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province for the upcoming financial year. Building on a previous investment […]
Continue Reading
Cascador and Sterling Bank launch a $200 million credit backstop fund to help Nigerian startups and small businesses get bank loans. Entrepreneur support accelerator Cascador and major commercial lender Sterling Bank have officially launched a two hundred million dollar SME Credit Backstop Fund across Nigeria. The strategic financial partnership was formally announced on October 14, […]
Continue Reading
Meta and global police delete 3.7 million fake accounts, arrest 28 suspects, and rescue 117 victims in a major crackdown on West African scams. Meta, together with 14 big technology firms and police agencies from ten countries, has carried out a massive global crackdown on online scam networks operating across West Africa. The official results […]
Continue Reading
Spotify expands its audiobook service to Nigeria, giving users access to over 350,000 digital books for ₦2,300 monthly. Spotify has officially expanded its audiobook service to listeners across Nigeria. The official digital rollout began on October 14, 2026, opening up a massive digital library containing over 350,000 spoken word titles for local phone users. Under […]
Continue Reading
A recent Mastercard Report has revealed that 79% of young consumers across surveyed regions utilize artificial intelligence tools to research products, compare prices and make purchasing decisions. A new report published by Mastercard reveals that artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming everyday consumer behavior, with 79% of young people and 70% of parents utilizing AI tools […]
Continue Reading
Dell Technologies has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Tahaluf to integrate advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions and secure data management infrastructure into smart city developments across the United Arab Emirates. Dell Technologies has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Abu Dhabi-based technology provider Tahaluf Al Emarat Technical Solutions to develop artificial intelligence-powered solutions […]
Continue Reading
Airtel Africa Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Airtel Africa has announced a landmark tripartite partnership with Zoom and Sibia Technologies to expand digital healthcare delivery and telehealth infrastructure across Tanzania. The Airtel Africa Foundation has announced a strategic partnership with video communications platform Zoom and medical technology innovator Sibia Technologies, working alongside Airtel Tanzania to […]
Continue Reading
Microsoft prepares to shut down its Africa Development Centre in Nairobi, Kenya, putting hundreds of local tech jobs at risk. Global technology giant Microsoft has officially begun steps to shut down its Africa Development Centre located in Nairobi, Kenya. The unexpected closure notification was shared directly with affected office staff on October 12, 2026, marking […]
Continue Reading
Kuunda completes a $5 million secondary share sale to let early investors cash out profit as the company expands across Africa. Pan-African digital lending technology provider Kuunda has officially completed a $5 million secondary share sale across its African operations. The private share transaction was publicly announced on October 13, 2026, allowing early financial supporters […]
Continue Reading