NITDA Closes 2025 Renewed Hope Initiative, Empowering Nigerian Women in ICT
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) concludes the 2025 Renewed Hope Initiative Women in ICT Training, equipping hundreds of Nigerian women across six geopolitical zones with digital skills, confidence, and opportunities to thrive in technology.
MTN Digital Infrastructure Secures 15-Year License to Expand Fibre Network in South Sudan
MTN Digital Infrastructure, through Bayobab Infra Solutions Ltd, secures a 15-year license to build and operate national and cross-border fibre networks in South Sudan, enhancing connectivity, digital inclusion, and socio-economic growth.
CBN Maintains Interest Rate at 27% as Nigeria Focuses on Economic Recovery
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) retains the monetary policy rate (MPR) at 27% amid efforts to curb inflation, stabilise the forex market, and support economic recovery. Learn how the decision affects businesses, inflation, and financial stability.
US Government Provides $150 Million to Zipline to Expand Medical Drone Network Across Africa
The U.S. Department of State is investing $150 million in Zipline to scale its medical drone delivery network across Africa, boosting healthcare access, creating jobs, reducing emissions, and improving public health outcomes in countries including Rwanda, Nigeria, Kenya, and Côte d’Ivoir
M-KOPA Kenya Unlocks $1.6 Billion in Credit and Reaches 4.8 Million Customers in 2025 Impact Report
M-KOPA Kenya’s 2025 Impact Report reveals over $1.6 billion in credit unlocked, 4.8 million customers served, 4.5 million smartphone users supported, and major contributions to Kenya’s digital inclusion, employment, and economic growth.
Crypto VC Funding Soars to $4.65 Billion in Q3 2025 as Investor Confidence Returns
Crypto venture capital surged to $4.65 billion in Q3 2025—its second-highest quarterly total since 2022. Galaxy Digital reports booming late-stage deals, rising valuations, and renewed confidence across trading, AI, blockchain, and stablecoin sectors.
cNGN: Nigeria’s Homegrown Stablecoin Aims to Curb Capital Flight and Strengthen the Financial System
Nigeria’s crypto market relies heavily on foreign stablecoins like USDT and USDC, driving capital offshore. cNGN, a naira-backed stablecoin, offers a domestic alternative designed to reduce capital flight, support banks, and strengthen Nigeria’s financial ecosystem.
Alphabet Nears $4 Trillion Valuation as Google Stock Hits Record High of $315.90
Alphabet is on track to surpass a $4 trillion market valuation after its stock surged to a record $315.90. Explore the AI-driven growth, cloud momentum, investor confidence, and legal victories fueling Google’s rise.
Airtel Nigeria and 3MTT Launch NextGen Fellowship to Train 25,000 Young Tech Talents Nationwide
Airtel Nigeria and the Federal Ministry of Communications’ 3MTT programme have launched the NextGen Fellowship to train 25,000 young Nigerians in high-demand tech skills across 45+ learning centres nationwide. Applications are now open.
Changpeng Zhao Faces Scrutiny as Report Links Binance Transactions to Hamas Funding
Changpeng Zhao Faces Scrutiny as Report Links Binance Transactions to Hamas Funding Changpeng Zhao, the founder and former CEO of Binance, is under renewed scrutiny after a recent report alleged that his cryptocurrency exchange may have facilitated payments to Hamas, the Palestinian militant group. According to the report, certain transactions on the platform were linked […]
