Lesaka Technologies Secures Approval to Acquire Bank Zero for R1.1 Billion, Strengthening Digital Banking Presence
South Africa’s Competition Tribunal approves Lesaka’s R1.1 billion acquisition of Bank Zero. The deal expands Lesaka’s digital banking capabilities, strengthens its balance sheet, and accelerates growth for the fully digital bank.
Nigeria and France Strengthen Collaboration on Data Governance and Digital Economy
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) engages French authorities on data governance, AI, and digital economy strategies, boosting cross-border collaboration and innovation in the digital space.
Pearson Launches AI-Powered Communication Coach for Microsoft 365 to Enhance Professional Skills
Pearson Launches AI-Powered Communication Coach for Microsoft 365 Pearson has unveiled Communication Coach, an AI-powered learning platform developed in collaboration with Microsoft and fully integrated into Microsoft 365. The tool is designed to help professionals, including both native and non-native English speakers, enhance their communication skills by analysing speech, meeting interactions, and overall communication […]
Amazon Leo Launches Waitlist for Satellite Internet Service, Including Nigeria, Ahead of 2026 Rollout
Amazon Leo, formerly Project Kuiper, opens a waitlist for global users—including Nigeria—for its satellite internet service. The platform will offer Ultra, Pro, and Nano antennas with speeds up to 1Gbps as commercial rollout targets 2026.
Thunes Partners with MoMo PSB to Enable Instant Cross-Border Payments into Nigeria
Thunes and MoMo PSB (MTN Nigeria) have launched a direct international payment corridor that lets Nigerians receive money instantly from countries like the US, UK, Canada, France, Australia, Saudi Arabia, Israel, and South Africa. Learn how the new partnership transforms remittances and boosts financial inclusion
16 Nigerian Banks Meet New CBN Minimum Capital Requirements as Recapitalisation Push Intensifies
CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso says 16 Nigerian banks have met the revised minimum capital base, while 27 others are raising funds ahead of the March 2026 deadline. Learn about the recapitalisation drive
Stablecoin Market Records Sharpest Decline Since 2022 as $6 Billion Wiped Out in November
The global stablecoin market has seen its steepest monthly contraction since the 2022 Terra collapse, losing over $6 billion in November. Explore the causes, market implications, investor sentiment, and the future of stable digital assets.
Federal Ministry of Education Launches Inspire Live(s) to Deliver Daily Online Classes Nationwide
The Federal Ministry of Education has launched Inspire Live(s), a nationwide platform offering real-time online classes for JSS and SSS students. Learn how the initiative ensures daily instructional access, addresses teacher shortages, and supports schools across Nigeria.
Google, LinkedIn, TikTok Removed Over 28 Million Nigerian Accounts in 2024 to Combat Fraud — NITDA
The Federal Government says Google, LinkedIn, and TikTok removed more than 28 million Nigerian accounts in 2024 to curb fraud, impersonation, and harmful content. NITDA reports over 58.9 million content takedowns as digital safety enforcement intensifies.
NCC data shows only 3% of Nigerian internet subscribers use 5G, despite major investments by telcos. High device costs, infrastructure challenges, and economic pressures continue to slow 5G adoption in Nigeria and across Africa.
NCC data shows only 3% of Nigerian internet subscribers use 5G, despite major investments by telcos. High device costs, infrastructure challenges, and economic pressures continue to slow 5G adoption in Nigeria and across Africa.
