TechAfrica News

22 Jan 2026 - The International Rescue Committee (IRC)  announced the launch of Airbel Ventures, a new humanitarian impact investing fund designed to…

22 Jan 2026 - Zimbabwe’s Minister of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services, Hon. Tatenda Mavetera, has reaffirmed the government’s…

22 Jan 2026 - The UAE government has launched a ground-breaking whitepaper titled “The UAE: Shaping the Future of Regulatory Intelligence, from a static rulebook…

22 Jan 2026 - NEOPAY,  one of the leading digital payments and merchant solutions providers in the UAE, has announced a strategic partnership with UAE-based…

22 Jan 2026 - The Ministry of Technical Education and Vocational Training  officially commenced the DCLIC project training on January 19, 2026, aimed at…

22 Jan 2026 - The Office Burundais des Recettes (OBR)  officially launched the eKori Internal and Non-Tax Revenue Collection System on January 19, 2026, as…

22 Jan 2026 - The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA)  has been commended for constructing computer laboratories in public schools across the…

22 Jan 2026 - The Republic of Congo has officially inaugurated its National Personal Data Protection Commission, marking a significant milestone in the country’s…

22 Jan 2026 - The latest January 2026 Opensignal Mobile Network Experience Report  highlights the performance of Oman’s three main mobile operators—Ooredoo,…

22 Jan 2026 - e& enterprise,  the digital transformation arm of global technology group e& and Emergence,  the US–based leading agentic frontier…

22 Jan 2026 - EdfaPay  has announced the official activation of its Smart SoftPOS services in the Saudi market, following the successful completion of the…

22 Jan 2026 - CAMTEL (Cameroon Telecommunications)  and Commercial Bank-Cameroun (CBC)  have consolidated a syndicated financing of 44.884 billion FCFA…

22 Jan 2026 - The Ogun State Government has launched a first-of-its-kind artificial intelligence (AI)–powered teaching and learning platform, aimed at transforming…

22 Jan 2026 - Oromia Bank  has signed a memorandum of understanding with Visa  Incorporated, marking the start of a strategic partnership aimed at…

22 Jan 2026 - Global Money Exchange Oman  has announced the launch of Global Pay, a new mobile payments application designed to expand access to digital…

22 Jan 2026 - For years, discussions around 5G in Africa have focused on speed, coverage, and capacity. Faster downloads, lower latency, and more connected devices…

22 Jan 2026 - The Gates Foundation  and OpenAI  have announced a new collaboration aimed at supporting African governments as they integrate artificial…

22 Jan 2026 - Tally Solutions,  a leading global technology company providing business management software to small and medium businesses worldwide, has…

21 Jan 2026 - The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)  has successfully trained a new cohort of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in…

21 Jan 2026 - The Ministry of ICT, Postal and Courier Services in Zimbabwe  has donated 8,000 Starlink internet kits to the Ministry of Primary and Secondary…

21 Jan 2026 - Cameroon has significantly strengthened its national cyber defense capabilities following the acquisition and deployment of advanced cybersecurity…

21 Jan 2026 - Sophos,  a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, announced Sophos Workspace Protection, expanding its…

21 Jan 2026 - Rwanda’s Ministry of ICT and Innovation  has engaged Cisco  on potential areas of collaboration in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence,…

21 Jan 2026 - Econet Wireless Zimbabwe  has reported a resilient performance for the third quarter ended 30 November 2025, reaffirming its commitment to…

21 Jan 2026 - OneDosh  has secured $3 million in pre-seed funding to develop stablecoin-powered payment infrastructure aimed at enabling seamless cross-border…

21 Jan 2026 - Mastercard,  in collaboration with The Egyptian Credit Bureau – iscore,  announced a strategic partnership to study building a new scoring…

21 Jan 2026 - stc Group  has been named the strongest brand in the Middle East and the most valuable telecommunications brand in the region, according to the…

21 Jan 2026 - HUMAIN  and the National Infrastructure Fund (“Infra”)  announced on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in…

21 Jan 2026 - Kaspersky,  a global cybersecurity company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Codebase Technologies , a UAE-based provider of…

21 Jan 2026 - MTN South Sudan  has expanded its network coverage with the launch of a new 4G+ site in Rumaker, Northern Bahr El Ghazal. The upgrade aims ......

21 Jan 2026 - The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT),  in collaboration with the Governorate of the New Valley, has launched the…

21 Jan 2026 - Benue State has entered a strategic partnership with Cisco Networking Academy  to enhance digital skills training for young people and civil…

21 Jan 2026 - In line with implementing the governance system for imported mobile phones, which started January 2025, with a customs exemption for one mobile phone…

21 Jan 2026 - The Ministry of Digital Transformation and Administration Modernization in Mauritania  has unveiled a new digital portal designed to provide…

21 Jan 2026 - Orange Côte d’Ivoire  has unveiled Orange Sat, a satellite internet solution designed to extend reliable and high-performance connectivity…

21 Jan 2026 - Floward,  the go-to online flowers and gifts delivery destination in MENA and the UK, has announced the launch of the Floward Card in Bahrain in…

21 Jan 2026 - BoxCommerce  and Mastercard  have collaborated to launch a prepaid Mastercard solution that gives small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs…

21 Jan 2026 - QNB Group,  the largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), has become the first bank in the region to exceed a banking…

21 Jan 2026 - Gulf Bank  has reopened its Al-Sabahiya branch following a comprehensive renovation, marking a key milestone in its efforts to promote…

21 Jan 2026 - botim,  Astra Tech’s flagship platform, has integrated Microsoft Azure’s Voice Live API to enhance its AI capabilities and deliver more seamless…

20 Jan 2026 - National Bank of Fujairah (NBF)  is pleased to announce the opening of its new NBF Ras Al Khaimah Branch, marking an important step in the ......

20 Jan 2026 - EYouth,  the Egyptian-founded regional edtech company and one of the leading digital learning platforms in the Middle East and Africa, announced…

20 Jan 2026 - OneKard  announced the launch of its global payments platform built specifically for African businesses that trade beyond borders. Designed for…

20 Jan 2026 - SmartScale Ghana has successfully concluded, equipping local entrepreneurs with hands-on artificial intelligence (AI) skills and practical business…

20 Jan 2026 - Paystack  has marked its 10th anniversary with the launch of a new parent company, The Stack Group (TSG), signaling the start of a broader…

20 Jan 2026 - Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. ’Bosun Tijani, has provided an update on the progress of the 3 Million…

20 Jan 2026 - MTN South Sudan  has expanded its high-speed mobile broadband footprint with the launch of a new 4G+ site in Wun Kuel, Warrap State,…

20 Jan 2026 - Paymentology,  the leading global issuer-processor, announced the appointment of Kesheni Moodley as Regional Director for Africa, further…

20 Jan 2026 - Teraco  has expanded its executive leadership as it positions the company for its next stage of growth, driven by sustained investment in data…

20 Jan 2026 - Ooredoo Group  and Syntys  announced that Syntys has acquired Q Data QFZ LLC, which operates hyperscale data centre facilities in Qatar…