The partnership with Morocco is a significant step in achieving this vision, with the potential to strengthen Nigeria’s economy, create local jobs, and contribute to environmental sustainability
In a notable shift for Nigeria’s financial services, MTN Nigeria’s MoMo Payment Service Bank (PSB) has applied for two additional licences—Payment Service Solutions Provider (PSSP) and Payment Terminal Service Provider (PTSP).
Globally, users maintain an average of 12 active subscriptions, with monthly costs totaling around $78 on various services.
MellowVans vehicles have become popular in South Africa’s urban areas as a sustainable last-mile delivery option. These three-wheeled, road-legal EVs are manufactured with 70% locally sourced materials, reducing their environmental impact and supporting South African industries. Brands like Takealot, Spar, Woolworths, and DHL already use MellowVans for efficient, low-cost deliveries in their operations.
Wema Bank has launched a new mobile banking platform, the ALAT Xplore App, specifically designed for Nigerian teenagers aged 13 to 17
Saudi Arabia’s Mobily and Egypt’s Telecom Egypt have entered an agreement to build the first undersea cable directly connecting Saudi Arabia and Egypt
Starlink, led by South African-born Elon Musk, is working swiftly to expand internet capacity in Africa’s densely populated urban centers following a temporary suspension of new subscriptions in some areas due to high demand.
Nigeria’s AI skilling initiative marks a significant step in its digital transformation. Through collaboration with Data Science Nigeria and support from Google, the country aims to build a robust AI-ready workforce.
In a significant crackdown on cybercrime, the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) recently arrested 130 suspects, including 113 foreign nationals, for alleged involvement in high-level cybercrime activities. The arrests were conducted at a building in the Next Cash and Carry area of Jahi, Abuja, with those detained accused of using advanced digital tools to orchestrate cyber…
The Foundation of AI: Data at Scale “There is no AI without data, there is no AI without unstructured data, and there is no AI without unstructured data at scale,” said Chet Kapoor, CEO of DataStax, underscoring the critical role of vast and varied datasets in AI. Speaking at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, Kapoor emphasized how…