Spotlight: Babajide Duroshola – Tech Personality of the Year 2024

At the prestigious Art of Technology Lagos 6.0 event, Babajide Duroshola, General Manager of M-KOPA Nigeria, was honored with the "Technology Personality of the Year" award by Eko Innovations. This recognition underscores his remarkable contributions to advancing digital financial inclusion in Nigeria’s tech ecosystem. Driving Financial Inclusion through Innovation Under the leadership of Babajide Duroshola,…

ByEmmanuel DanijiDecember 9, 20240Comments

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Kenyan Banks Commit to Lower Lending Rates Amid Central Bank Pressure

This pivotal move is poised to make credit more affordable for individuals and businesses, fostering broader economic participation.

ByEmmanuel DanijiDecember 9, 20240Comments

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PalmPay Strengthens Fight Against Financial Fraud in Nigeria

PalmPay remains steadfast in its mission to drive security, trust, and innovation in Nigeria’s financial ecosystem.

ByEmmanuel DanijiDecember 6, 20240Comments

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M-PESA Hits 34 Million Customers In Kenya

Safaricom’s mobile money platform, M-PESA, achieved a major milestone in November 2024, crossing 34 million customers. Eighteen years since its launch, M-PESA has grown beyond a payment tool to become a comprehensive financial ecosystem, transforming the way Africans access financial services. Why This Milestone Matters M-PESA’s success lies in its ability to innovate and adapt…

ByEmmanuel DanijiDecember 6, 20240Comments

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Spotlight: GiriToday to Use AI to Boost African E-Commerce in 2025

GiriToday will officially launch in February 2025, combining cutting-edge technology and cultural innovation to revolutionize trade.

ByEmmanuel DanijiDecember 6, 20240Comments

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SpaceX Completes Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell Constellation for Global Connectivity

The first Starlink satellite direct to cell phone constellation is now complete. This will enable unmodified cell phones to have Internet connectivity in remote areas

ByEmmanuel DanijiDecember 6, 20240Comments

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Africa’s AI Revolution: A $30 Billion Opportunity Waiting to Be Unlocked

The AI Policy Blueprint for Africa draws on extensive research involving over 2,000 stakeholders, including firms, students, and policymakers

ByEmmanuel DanijiDecember 6, 20240Comments

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SOLA Group Surpasses Major Milestone with 1 Billion kWh Renewable Energy Goal

Beyond just the numbers, SOLA’s renewable energy efforts have had a profound impact on local communities. Over the past two years, SOLA has created 1,767 jobs during the construction of its four major projects.

ByEmmanuel DanijiDecember 5, 20240Comments

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