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Federal Ministry of Education Partners with Coursera to Offer Free AI Training to 36,000 Nigerians
Nigeria takes a major step into the digital future as the Federal Government partners with Coursera to provide free artificial intelligence training for 36,000 young Nigerians.
Google Changes Search Forever with New 24/7 AI Agents
Google is rolling out its biggest search upgrade in 25 years. Learn how new agentic AI features will complete tasks and track details for you.
PayPal Brings PYUSD Digital Dollar to African Businesses
PayPal has expanded its digital currency, PYUSD, to 70 markets worldwide. This major expansion brings a secure, dollar-backed stablecoin to users and businesses across Africa. The update simplifies cross-border payments, allowing people to bypass high bank fees and enjoy instant transactions.
Africa’s AI Ambition Is Colliding With Its Power Reality
Artificial intelligence may be the world’s newest technological arms race, but in Africa, the battle may ultimately be won or lost by something far less glamorous: electricity.
How Débbo Africa Is Using AI in Women’s Health
In Nigeria, where doctor shortages, infrastructure gaps, and rising healthcare costs continue straining the healthcare system, a new generation of healthtech startups is attempting to close some of those gaps using technology.
Kenyan High Court Orders Safaricom to Pay Tech Developer KSh 1.4 Billion for Copyright Breach
When software developer Peter Nthei Muoki pitched a smart parental control tool to Safaricom, he was told it would not work. A year later, the telecom giant launched the same feature.
The AI race is also an infrastructure race, and Nigeria is trying to catch up
AI systems do not just run on algorithms. They also rely on computing power, storage, electricity, cooling systems, and internet connectivity.
What OPay’s Possible US IPO Means for Nigeria
OPay is not the first African fintech linked to conversations around international listings. As African startups grow larger and attract global investors, many eventually begin looking beyond local markets for funding opportunities, liquidity, and international exposure.
NIMC Makes NIN Help Easier with New WhatsApp and Live Chat Support
NIMC is moving its services online to save you time. You can now resolve NIN issues through WhatsApp and live chat without visiting an office.
Mastercard, BMONI Launch Multi-Currency Payment Cards in Nigeria
Mastercard and BMONI have launched new multi-currency payment cards in Nigeria, giving people access to both Naira and US dollar transactions. This move is to make online shopping, travel, and international payments easier for Nigerians while offering instant card creation through the BMONI app.
TikTok Launches £3.99 Ad-Free Subscription Plan
TikTok has officially launched a £3.99 monthly subscription for users in the UK. The new plan allows people to opt out of traditional ads, but it raises a bigger question: Is online privacy becoming a luxury that only some can afford?
Moniepoint Lawsuit Raises Questions About Data Rights
Moniepoint Microfinance Bank is facing a ₦225 million lawsuit over the alleged unauthorised use of a Lagos resident’s image and personal data in promotional materials.
Vendor Verification Concerns Grow Around Delivery Apps
Customers expect that the restaurants listed on these apps are legitimate and properly connected to the businesses being advertised. Restaurant owners also rely on those same platforms to protect their reputation and customer relationships.
Nigerians’ Data Consumption Hits 4 Million Terabytes
The latest NCC report shows a massive jump in data use across Nigeria. While phone calls are still there, data has become the main focus for millions, with 185 million active lines.
The Hidden Architects Who Built the Digital Naira Long Before the Startup Hype
Two men started the digital revolution in Nigeria while we were still carrying bundles of cash. One is a household name, the other is a ghost in the machine.
Paga Integrates Sui Blockchain for Faster Global Payments
Paga and Sui are building new tools and guides to help African fintech developers create their own apps. By using Paga’s engine and Sui’s fast blockchain, builders can now create better financial services for everyone.
Nigerian Farmers Accuse Banks of Diverting Agric Funds to Real Estate
At the 2026 Agriculture and Agro-Allied Summit, industry leaders raised alarms over the diversion of farm credit. While banks claim small farms are too risky, experts argue that the money is simply being moved to more profitable real estate projects.
OPay Urges Fintech Shift from Volume to Measurable Impact
At the inaugural BusinessDay Fintech Summit 2026, OPay positioned data, intelligence and infrastructure as the drivers moving Africa’s digital finance beyond basic payments toward sustainable transformation.
Akwa Ibom Launches Project TAT AI to Revolutionize Nigerian Agriculture
Akwa Ibom is launching Project TAT AI. They are bringing robotics and smart sensors directly into the mud of local farms with a focus on autonomous harvesting and smart storage.
95% Fraud: Why AI Startup Kled Just Banned All Nigerian Users
Nigeria has been cut off from Kled, a popular platform that pays users for their photos. The company’s founder made the tough call after discovering that 95 percent of the content coming from the region was fake.
CBN Announces Strict New Guidelines to Protect Bank Customers
Big changes are coming to your bank account this year. Starting in May and July 2026, the Central Bank of Nigeria is introducing new security rules to protect your money.
The Moniepoint Saga: 500 Vacant Spaces and the Online Storm That Followed
Tosin Eniolorunda said Moniepoint can't fill 500 vacancies because Nigerian candidates don't meet global standards. The internet had thoughts.
Tuntunre Gains Early Momentum at Innovate Pitch Event
Just two months after launch, Nigerian sustainable fashion startup Tuntunre is already gaining early traction. The brand recently placed second overall at the Innovate pitch event, marking an early milestone for a business still in its early stage.
New Twist in Airtime Lending as Court Steps In
Just days after telecom operators paused airtime and data borrowing services, the situation has taken another turn. New companies have been approved to handle the service, while court rulings have stepped in to stop parts of the regulation behind the disruption.
The Women in Tech Accelerator Offering Nigerian Women Founders $10,000 Grants
Last year's cohort of 12 women collectively reached over 16,000 customers, created 430+ jobs, and earned $2.7 million in revenue. The next cohort could include you.