안녕하세요,
Victoria from Techpoint here,
Here’s what I’ve got for you:
- Ghana to Starlink: Get legal or get lost
- This one mistake could kill your HR startup
- Lagos to roll out AI guidelines in Nigeria
Ghana to Starlink: Get legal or get lost
Ghana’s Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Sam George, has put Starlink on notice: meet our rules, or pack up. The satellite Internet provider has one month to prove it’s playing by Ghana’s regulations.
Right now, Starlink operates in Ghana without a physical office, customer support centre, or toll-free help line, something the government says is unacceptable. During a meeting with Starlink reps, the Minister made it clear: that has to change.
Among the top demands is setting up a local office and support centre to ensure customers can get help when needed. It’s not just about connectivity anymore, Ghana wants accountability.
Beyond customer service, the government is also asking Starlink to register formally, get licensed, and start paying taxes like every other business operating in the country.
Interestingly, the Minister didn’t shut the door on Starlink. He hinted at potential collaboration, especially to expand Internet access in rural areas, but only after the company meets all regulatory requirements.
Ghana isn’t alone in this. Nigeria made similar demands of Twitter (now X) in 2021, demanding the platform open a local office and appoint representatives. However, the government lifted the prolonged ban.
Kenya has also taken a tougher stance on foreign tech firms, pushing companies like Uber and Facebook to comply with local laws and establish a physical presence. The message is clear: African governments want global tech players to bring not just services, but real commitment to the table.
This latest move is part of Ghana’s broader push to keep fast-growing tech companies in check, ensuring they’re not just building influence but also contributing locally and staying within the lines.
This one mistake could kill your HR startup
Here’s the thing: one phishing email is all it takes to wreck your HR startup. In today’s digital world, skipping cybersecurity to save money could end up being the most expensive mistake you’ll ever make.
African HR startups are increasingly targets for cyberattacks, and many of them are not prepared. In 2025, a Kenyan payroll platform was hit by ransomware that exposed sensitive data from 50+ companies. It took weeks to fix, cost a tonne, and damaged their reputation.
“HR startups handle super-sensitive info, including employee records, banking details, and medical histories. One breach, and you’re toast,” says Delight Hamilton, InfoSec lead at PiggyVest. And with data breach costs averaging $4.45 million, the stakes couldn’t be higher.
Still, many startups think cybersecurity is a luxury. “But so is dealing with the aftermath of a breach,” one HR expert snapped. SalarioPay’s founder, Mishael Harry, says skimping on cybersecurity is not an option; you need systems and staff training.
And honestly, it’s not just about fancy software. You need to build trust. If you’re managing payslips, contracts, and ID info, your startup can’t afford to leave any digital doors open. A lack of security can turn your business into a hacker’s playground.
So, what happens when you cut corners on cybersecurity? Juliana dives into the real cost of looking the other way. Read the full story on Techpoint Africa.
Lagos to roll out AI guidelines in Nigeria
Lagos is getting ready to make history with Nigeria’s first official AI guidelines, and it’s happening in just a few weeks. The announcement came from the Lagos State Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology, Olatunbosun Alake, during the launch of Dyna.Ai’s operations in Nigeria.
For context, Dyna.Ai is a Singapore-based company that offers AI-powered services to help businesses, especially in finance, work more efficiently. They focus on things like risk management, audience targeting, and streamlining different operations. Basically, they use a mix of AI tools, smart algorithms, data analysis, and even human-AI collaboration to make business processes faster and smarter.
Back to the guidelines: Alake said these guidelines won’t be full-blown policies yet, but they’ll help ensure AI tools and systems are built responsibly. “Products we’ll be proud to let our kids use,” he added. This move is part of the state’s larger plan to embrace and regulate artificial intelligence before it runs wild.
He stressed that AI needs careful handling, not just because of safety risks but for reputational reasons too. The commissioner called on everyone, from startups to big tech companies, to take collective responsibility in shaping how AI is used in society.
Meanwhile, Tokoni Peter Igoin, Special Assistant to the President on ICT Development and Digital Innovation, used the event to outline the Federal Government’s approach to AI. The goal, he said, is innovation that’s exciting and creative but also transparent, secure, and protective of users’ data.
For Dyna.Ai, Nigeria is a starting point for its African expansion. The company’s chairman, Tomas Skoumal, said, “There’s no bigger country in Africa, and the momentum is here.” With a focus on fintech and digital transformation, he said now is the ideal time to tap into Africa’s growing tech space.
Skoumal also introduced Dyna.Ai’s Agentic AI products, designed for everything from customer service to HR automation. But beyond just launching tools, he said the company plans to invest in Nigerian talent, build tech infrastructure, and grow its footprint across the continent.
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Have a productive week!
Victoria Fakiya for Techpoint Africa.
