Nigeria’s Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment relaunches the National Talent Export Programme, targeting one million direct tech jobs, training 10 million professionals, and securing $1 billion in FDI by 2030.
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Regulations, laws, directives and policies, that affect African startups, the financial sector, telecoms, cyber security, among others. It’s unpredictable nature either enables, stifles or is neutral on innovation
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With CAC’s new AI-driven portal, Nigeria’s small business owners may finally register their ventures in minutes, but only if the tech works as promised and hurdles like access and trust are overcome.
Ethiopia has passed its first startup law, offering tax breaks, streamlined licencing, and official recognition to boost its growing tech ecosystem.
Muhammadu Buhari’s presidency saw Nigeria’s tech sector thrive, but often in spite of his policies, not because of them. From bans to reforms, his tech legacy remains deeply conflicted.
Explore the 20 most expensive cities worldwide in 2025. From Singapore to Milan, discover what drives their high costs for rent, transport, food, and services.
In a landmark shift, Vodacom’s bid to acquire a stake in fibre operator Maziv has been approved under conditions by South Africa’s Competition Tribunal.
Cameroon’s telecom regulator has fined MTN and Orange a combined $4.6 million for failing to meet network coverage and service quality obligations.
Afreximbank, PAPSS, and Mercury launch PAPSSCARD, Africa’s first Pan-African card scheme to boost intra-continental trade.
Nigeria’s Corporate Affairs Commission has launched an AI-powered portal that can now complete business registrations in just 30 minutes. This aims to streamline the formalisation process, providing quicker access to essential services.
Ghana is building a favourable ecosystem for green tech companies building in Africa. Through policies and less government bureaucracy, sustainability is taking centre stage.
Lagos rolls out digital house numbering to tackle tax evasion, boost revenue, and improve service delivery as part of its smart city and economic reform agenda.
Ethiopia has mandated all government offices to accept digital payments from licensed providers. The directive advances the country’s digital economy agenda by formalising cashless transactions and promoting competition in public service delivery.
While the Big Four chase unicorns and court fintechs, Uganda is quietly betting that the future of African tech lies not in apps, but in hardware.
Bosun Tijani becomes vice-chair of the ITU Council 2025, marking a historic leadership role for Nigeria and boosting Africa’s influence in global digital governance.
Nigeria partners with Meta to launch an AI accelerator supporting startups building local solutions, as part of a broader push to boost innovation through public–private collaboration.
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
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.
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.
Starlink’s South African launch stalls as ICASA moves to enforce compliance, while government mulls easing BEE rules.
After a police X account hack falsely declared President Hassan dead, Tanzania blocked access to the platform, invoking national security.
South Africa may let Starlink skip local ownership rules via infrastructure investment, as it aims to boost Internet access and attract global tech players.