Governance & Policy

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.



SystemSpecs, operator of the Remita platform, has been directed to refund ₦182.77bn to the federal government after a forensic audit uncovered unremitted funds and underpaid fees tied to TSA transactions since 2015.


South Africa has paused the rollout of new SASSA payment cards due to banking compliance issues, affecting over 1.3 million grant recipients.


While South Africa continues to block Starlink over similar laws, Lesotho joins other African nations embracing the service, granting the company a 10-year license to operate, signaling a key step in its digital progress. The approval followed some local pushback over the company’s lack of 30% native ownership.


The Competition Tribunal says MultiChoice’s 2013 deal with SABC may be a merger and must be investigated, raising concerns over editorial independence as Canal+ pursues a $2.9B bid for MultiChoice.


As misinformation surges across Africa, Ghana plans a new law to tackle false and misleading content online.


Kenya’s proposed Virtual Assets Service Providers Bill aims to regulate stablecoins and crypto platforms, signaling tighter oversight of digital assets.


South Africa’s smart city project in Shongweni is expected to create over 23,000 jobs and transform the region’s economic future.


South African shoppers may see higher prices on Temu and Shein as SARS plans to end tax breaks on low-value imports to support local businesses.


Nigeria’s plan to ban solar panel imports aims to promote local manufacturing, but it could disrupt solar startups, delaying projects and increasing costs.


UN agencies warn that rising satellite signal interference could severely impact Africa’s aviation and farming sectors.


Operation Red Card has led to 40 arrests in South Africa and over 300 across Africa, targeting cybercrime rings involved in SIM fraud, phishing, and online scams.


Nigeria’s data protection agency is investigating TikTok and Truecaller over alleged breaches, as compliance with privacy laws rises from 4% to over 55%.






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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Nigerian govtech startups bringing innovation to public services

From tracking public spending to monitoring elections, these Nigerian startups are using technology to make government more transparent, efficient, and responsive to citizens’ needs.

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Federal lawmakers demand ₦182bn refund from Remita operator, SystemSpecs

The House of Reps has ordered Remita to refund ₦182.77bn to the FG following an audit. This comes as the government introduces TMRAS to improve transparency in public fund management.

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South Africa halts new social security card rollout as over a million people face delays

South Africa has suspended new SASSA card issuance over compliance concerns, affecting over 1.3 million grant recipients. A temporary extension of old cards offers relief, but the crisis highlights deeper problems in the country’s public service systems.

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Starlink receives 10-year license to operate in Lesotho as South Africa pushback continues

Starlink has secured a 10-year license to operate in Lesotho, boosting rural internet access while regulatory hurdles continue to block its entry into South Africa.

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South Africa’s Competition Tribunal rejects MultiChoice appeal, clearing way for SABC merger review

South Africa’s Competition Tribunal is set to investigate a potential merger between MultiChoice and the SABC, even as the national broadcaster contends with ongoing challenges related to a proposed acquisition by Canal+.

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Ghana to introduce anti-misinformation law as digital regulation trend spreads across Africa

Ghana is the latest African nation planning to regulate digital speech, with a new bill targeting misinformation. Critics worry it could suppress free expression ahead of elections.

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Kenya moves to regulate digital assets with new crypto bill 

Kenya’s new bill to regulate stablecoins and crypto services could redefine fintech operations, with startups facing compliance requirements but gaining market legitimacy.

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South Africa bets on futuristic smart city to create 23,000 jobs

South Africa has launched a R15 billion smart city project in Shongweni, aiming to create over 23,000 jobs and transform the region’s development path through tech-driven urban planning.

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South Africans may pay more for Temu, Shein as revenue service plans to scrap import tax break

South African shoppers could soon face higher prices on Temu and Shein as SARS moves to end tax breaks on low-value imports, aiming to support local businesses.

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Nigeria’s solar import ban threatens growth of solar financing startups

Despite grappling with an energy shortage, Nigeria plans to ban the importation of solar panels, a move that could potentially reverse much of the progress made in the sector.

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UN agencies urge global action over escalating satellite navigation interference

UN agencies warn that rising satellite signal interference could severely impact Africa’s aviation and farming sectors, which depend on GPS for safety and operations.

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Interpol busts cybercrime rings in South Africa, arrests 306 in continent-wide crackdown

Interpol’s Operation Red Card has led to 40 arrests in South Africa and over 300 across Africa, targeting cybercrime rings involved in SIM fraud, phishing, and online scams.

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NDPC probes TikTok, Truecaller for alleged data privacy violations 

Nigeria’s data protection agency is investigating TikTok and Truecaller over alleged breaches, as compliance with privacy laws rises from 4% to over 55%.

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Regulator fines Kenyan digital lender for listing guarantor without consent 

Kenya’s data regulator has fined Whitepath $2,000 for listing a loan guarantor without consent. This comes amid a broader crackdown on digital lenders to enforce consumer protection laws.

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South Africa to increase VAT to 16% by 2026 to boost revenue

South Africa’s finance minister, Enoch Godongwana, has announced a phased VAT increase from 15% to 16% by 2026 to address fiscal deficits. The move aims to generate R13.5 billion in 2025/26, with measures to ease the burden on low-income households.

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Smartphones over $150 are now subject to 9% luxury goods tax in South Africa

Smartphones priced over $150 are now considered luxury in South Africa and will be subject 9% luxury goods tax in South Africa.

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South Africa considers electronic voting amid public interest and security concerns

The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) is exploring the possibility of introducing electronic voting (e-voting) to modernize the country’s electoral system.

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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.



SystemSpecs, operator of the Remita platform, has been directed to refund ₦182.77bn to the federal government after a forensic audit uncovered unremitted funds and underpaid fees tied to TSA transactions since 2015.


South Africa has paused the rollout of new SASSA payment cards due to banking compliance issues, affecting over 1.3 million grant recipients.


While South Africa continues to block Starlink over similar laws, Lesotho joins other African nations embracing the service, granting the company a 10-year license to operate, signaling a key step in its digital progress. The approval followed some local pushback over the company’s lack of 30% native ownership.


The Competition Tribunal says MultiChoice’s 2013 deal with SABC may be a merger and must be investigated, raising concerns over editorial independence as Canal+ pursues a $2.9B bid for MultiChoice.


As misinformation surges across Africa, Ghana plans a new law to tackle false and misleading content online.


Kenya’s proposed Virtual Assets Service Providers Bill aims to regulate stablecoins and crypto platforms, signaling tighter oversight of digital assets.


South Africa’s smart city project in Shongweni is expected to create over 23,000 jobs and transform the region’s economic future.


South African shoppers may see higher prices on Temu and Shein as SARS plans to end tax breaks on low-value imports to support local businesses.


Nigeria’s plan to ban solar panel imports aims to promote local manufacturing, but it could disrupt solar startups, delaying projects and increasing costs.


UN agencies warn that rising satellite signal interference could severely impact Africa’s aviation and farming sectors.


Operation Red Card has led to 40 arrests in South Africa and over 300 across Africa, targeting cybercrime rings involved in SIM fraud, phishing, and online scams.


Nigeria’s data protection agency is investigating TikTok and Truecaller over alleged breaches, as compliance with privacy laws rises from 4% to over 55%.