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Kenya to start taxing startup workers’ shares before they get paid

Kenya Parliament

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Experts debate Bosun Tijani’s plan to create another blockchain policy 2 years after a previous approval

Bosun Tijani

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Nigeria’s talent export scheme aims to export up to 1 million tech talent for global services

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Starlink’s South Africa launch faces regulatory turbulence amid BEE compliance debate

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Tanzania blocks X, citing national security after police account hack

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South Africa considers BEE workaround to clear Starlink’s path to launch

Elon Musk

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Proposed US tax raises alarm for African remittance startups

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A functioning local stablecoin strengthens case for digital asset regulation, says Luno Nigeria CEO

Ayotunde Alabi, CEO, Luno Nigeria

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A complete guide to earning in U.S. dollars while living in India

How to earn in U.S. dollars while living in India

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7 answers about how JAMB error affected over 370,000 candidates

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ARCON vs. the Internet: The legal fight to control digital advertising in Nigeria 

ARCON content creators

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Facebook’s parent company says Nigeria chat alert part of anti-scam test, not targeted discrimination

Meta

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Court faults FCCPC’s DStv price probe, says MultiChoice denied fair hearing

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Why South Africa’s instant payment system isn’t catching on     

PayShap

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Kenya orders Worldcoin to delete biometric data in landmark privacy ruling

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$300m fine against Meta could shutdown Facebook and Instagram in Nigeria

Meta

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Paystack fined ₦250m as CBN tightens fintech oversight in Nigeria

Zap app launch

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Meta must pay $220M fine in 60 days for discriminatory practices in Nigeria​, tribunal insists

WhatsApp

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Five years to the SDGs deadline, African tech companies are leading the charge to sustainability

Sustainable Development Goals

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Ghana turns to Zipline following disruptions to USAID supply chains

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ICASA has warned against unlicensed use of Starlink in South Africa just as the government proposes easing Black ownership laws to ease the company’s entry.


Tanzania shuts down X following a police account hack that sparked false death rumours about the president, raising questions about censorship.


South Africa is set to propose a BEE policy shift that allows tech firms like Elon Musk’s Starlink to meet Black ownership targets through alternative investments.


A proposed US bill to tax remittances sent by non-citizens could disrupt Africa’s fintech sector, and startups like Lemfi, NALA may face a major setback if it becomes law.






Meta has responded to criticism in Nigeria by clarifying that a chat alert showing users’ locations was part of a global anti-scam test, a feature which it says has now been discontinued.


A court sitting in Abuja has dismissed the FCCPC’s case against MultiChoice’s price increase, ruling the commission acted beyond its powers and denied the pay-TV provider a fair hearing in the process.




The Central Bank of Nigeria has fined Paystack ₦250 million for launching its Zap money transfer app without the required licence.


Meta and WhatsApp have been ordered to pay a $220 million fine by Nigeria’s FCCPC after being found guilty of discriminatory data practices. The tribunal upheld the decision, highlighting unauthorised data sharing and non-consensual practices, emphasising Nigeria’s commitment to consumer protection.



Following disruptions to USAID-funded health supply chains, Ghana is turning to Zipline’s drone delivery network to ensure continued access to medical supplies.


Kenya to start taxing startup workers’ shares before they get paid

Kenya plans to scrap tax breaks on employee stock options, meaning workers could pay taxes before cashing out. This could hurt startups’ ability to attract top talent

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Experts debate Bosun Tijani’s plan to create another blockchain policy 2 years after a previous approval

Nigeria had a blockchain policy approved in 2023, but Bosun Tijani is planning a new one. While some see it as a waste of time and resources, others believe there’s an upside to it. Here’s why we might need a new policy.

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Nigeria’s talent export scheme aims to export up to 1 million tech talent for global services

Nigeria relaunches the National Talent Export Programme to position the country as a leading global services exporter by 2030, aiming to create one million direct jobs, and attract $1 billion in foreign investment.

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Starlink’s South Africa launch faces regulatory turbulence amid BEE compliance debate

Starlink’s South African launch stalls as ICASA moves to enforce compliance, while government mulls easing BEE rules.

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Tanzania blocks X, citing national security after police account hack

After a police X account hack falsely declared President Hassan dead, Tanzania blocked access to the platform, invoking national security.

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South Africa considers BEE workaround to clear Starlink’s path to launch

South Africa may let Starlink skip local ownership rules via infrastructure investment, as it aims to boost Internet access and attract global tech players.

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Proposed US tax raises alarm for African remittance startups

A new US bill proposing a 5% tax on remittances by non-citizens could shake Africa’s fintech space, threatening startups like Lemfi and NALA.

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A functioning local stablecoin strengthens case for digital asset regulation, says Luno Nigeria CEO

Since Nigeria’s SEC secured the Investment and Securities Act 2025, changing the way local crypto exchanges operate, proper regulatory oversight has gained favour with operators in the ecosystem.

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A complete guide to earning in U.S. dollars while living in India

Earn USD from India through freelancing, remote jobs, affiliate marketing, e-commerce, content creation, online tutoring, and foreign investments. Leverage global platforms and your skills.

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7 answers about how JAMB error affected over 370,000 candidates

Over 370,000 JAMB candidates were hit by a tech glitch because JAMB forgot to install a key update on Lagos and South-East servers. Here are 7 answers about how JAMB 2025 error happened.

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ARCON vs. the Internet: The legal fight to control digital advertising in Nigeria 

Nigeria’s advertisement regulator ARCON is on a legal crusade between existing law and content creators as it now requires approval before posting sponsored content after winning a landmark court case.

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Facebook’s parent company says Nigeria chat alert part of anti-scam test, not targeted discrimination

Meta says a controversial chat alert seen by Nigerian users was part of a global anti-scam test and not targeted at any country.

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Court faults FCCPC’s DStv price probe, says MultiChoice denied fair hearing

A Federal High Court has ruled that the FCCPC overstepped its bounds in challenging MultiChoice’s price hike, violating the company’s right to fair hearing.

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Why South Africa’s instant payment system isn’t catching on     

PayShap is South Africa’s instant payment system. But despite being designed for fast, low-cost payments, PayShap’s uptake remains low, especially among the low-income users it was meant to serve.

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Kenya orders Worldcoin to delete biometric data in landmark privacy ruling

Kenya orders Worldcoin to delete citizens’ biometric data, setting a bold precedent for digital privacy and data sovereignty in Africa.

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$300m fine against Meta could shutdown Facebook and Instagram in Nigeria

Meta may shut down Facebook and Instagram in Nigeria over nearly $300 million in fines and strict data rules that it deems unrealistic.

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Paystack fined ₦250m as CBN tightens fintech oversight in Nigeria

The CBN has slammed Paystack with a ₦250m fine for running its Zap app without the proper licence, spotlighting the regulator’s firm stance on fintech compliance in Nigeria.

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Meta must pay $220M fine in 60 days for discriminatory practices in Nigeria​, tribunal insists

Meta has been fined $220 million by Nigeria’s FCCPC for discriminatory data practices, with a 60-day deadline for compliance.

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Five years to the SDGs deadline, African tech companies are leading the charge to sustainability

The world is five years away from the SDGs deadline, and African technology companies are making significant contributions to reaching the set goals.

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Ghana turns to Zipline following disruptions to USAID supply chains

Ghana partners with Zipline to deliver essential health supplies via drones after USAID programme disruptions.

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ICASA has warned against unlicensed use of Starlink in South Africa just as the government proposes easing Black ownership laws to ease the company’s entry.


Tanzania shuts down X following a police account hack that sparked false death rumours about the president, raising questions about censorship.


South Africa is set to propose a BEE policy shift that allows tech firms like Elon Musk’s Starlink to meet Black ownership targets through alternative investments.


A proposed US bill to tax remittances sent by non-citizens could disrupt Africa’s fintech sector, and startups like Lemfi, NALA may face a major setback if it becomes law.






Meta has responded to criticism in Nigeria by clarifying that a chat alert showing users’ locations was part of a global anti-scam test, a feature which it says has now been discontinued.


A court sitting in Abuja has dismissed the FCCPC’s case against MultiChoice’s price increase, ruling the commission acted beyond its powers and denied the pay-TV provider a fair hearing in the process.




The Central Bank of Nigeria has fined Paystack ₦250 million for launching its Zap money transfer app without the required licence.


Meta and WhatsApp have been ordered to pay a $220 million fine by Nigeria’s FCCPC after being found guilty of discriminatory data practices. The tribunal upheld the decision, highlighting unauthorised data sharing and non-consensual practices, emphasising Nigeria’s commitment to consumer protection.



Following disruptions to USAID-funded health supply chains, Ghana is turning to Zipline’s drone delivery network to ensure continued access to medical supplies.