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Terra’s $11.75 million raise is a bet on integrated defence-tech for Africa

Terra’s $11.75 million raise is a bet on integrated defence-tech for Africa

Tech • 3d ago

The round, the largest yet in Africa’s nascent defence-tech sector, signals growing investor confidence in vertically integrated defence solutions in Africa....

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How Nigeria plans to trace crypto money without cracking the blockchain

How Nigeria plans to trace crypto money without cracking the blockchain

Tech • 3d ago

Nigeria wants a cut of crypto profits. Its new tax laws reveal the mechanism that could finally make crypto money traceable: the Tax Identification Number (TIN) and National Identification Number (NIN)....

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Kenyan MPs open inquiry into $1.5bn Safaricom stake sale amid valuation and control fears

Kenyan MPs open inquiry into $1.5bn Safaricom stake sale amid valuation and control fears

Tech • 3d ago

The inquiry presents a chance for Parliament to scrutinise a deal that will permanently shift control of Kenya’s most valuable company and could influence the ongoing privatisation of state firms....

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20 African startups to watch in 2026

20 African startups to watch in 2026

Tech • 3d ago

From logistics and fintech to AI and climate tech, these African startups are tackling real problems and shaping the continent’s next wave of innovation....

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Terra identifies fully as African defence startup as it raises $11.75 million

Terra identifies fully as African defence startup as it raises $11.75 million

Tech • 3d ago

Terra Industries, a Nigerian defence startup run by 22-year-old Nathan Nwachuku, has raised $11.75 million, with Palantir co-founder Joe Lonsdale’s 8VC leading the round....

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Terra re-enters Africa’s defence market as it raises $11.75 million

Terra re-enters Africa’s defence market as it raises $11.75 million

Tech • 3d ago

Terra Industries, a Nigerian defence startup run by 22-year-old Nathan Nwachuku, has raised $11.75 million, with Palantir co-founder Joe Lonsdale’s 8VC leading the round....

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Nigerian court dismisses ₦1 billion suit against MTN

Nigerian court dismisses ₦1 billion suit against MTN

Tech • 3d ago

In today's Techpoint Digest, we discuss the court dismissal of the ₦1 billion lawsuit against MTN, turning curiosity into a career in tech, and Nigeria cracking down on delayed airtime refunds....

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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Morocco takes the wheel

👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Morocco takes the wheel

Tech • 3d ago

In today's edition: Morocco is Africa's largest auto manufacturer || 30 seconds to refund failed telecom top-ups || South Africa's NRC hit by cyberattack...

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How an accidental VR encounter shaped the career trajectory of this emerging technologies specialist from PwC to MTN

How an accidental VR encounter shaped the career trajectory of this emerging technologies specialist from PwC to MTN

Tech • 3d ago

In this edition of After Hours, Babatunde Fatai shares how discovering virtual reality while studying mechanical engineering led to an early job offer at PwC and leading emerging tech at MTN....

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“Work broke during COVID, we built an operating system to fix it”: Day 1-1000 of Flowmono

“Work broke during COVID, we built an operating system to fix it”: Day 1-1000 of Flowmono

Tech • 5d ago

Flowmono is still evolving. But the principle remains unchanged: Work should flow, not get stuck....

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Digital Nomads: Why Mauritius is Africa’s new magnet for foreign wealth and tech talent

Digital Nomads: Why Mauritius is Africa’s new magnet for foreign wealth and tech talent

Tech • 5d ago

Mauritius, often described as a “melting pot” moulded by centuries of migration and colonial exchange, is positioning itself as a hotbed for global wealth and millionaires seeking comfort, safety, and business predictability and stability. The Mauritius Commercial Bank (MCB) cited the country as an attractive place to live, work, and plan due to its thrivin...

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Africa’s startup exits are shifting from IPO dreams to local buyers

Africa’s startup exits are shifting from IPO dreams to local buyers

Tech • 5d ago

African startups are exiting through local buyers as IPOs stall, capital tightens, and founders choose smaller, market-savvy trade sales routes....

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Failed airtime and data purchases in Nigeria will be refunded in 30 seconds under proposed NCC, CBN rules

Failed airtime and data purchases in Nigeria will be refunded in 30 seconds under proposed NCC, CBN rules

Tech • 6d ago

Nigerians may soon get refunds for failed airtime and data purchases in as little as 30 seconds. A new NCC, CBN framework sets clearer rules for banks and telcos and promises faster resolution of failed transactions....

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5 African startups advancing commerce, creators, crops, and legal cases

5 African startups advancing commerce, creators, crops, and legal cases

Tech • 6d ago

Startups On Our Radar spotlights African startups solving African challenges with innovation. This week, we explore five African startups in the e-commerce, data management, legal, and artificial intelligence sectors and why they should be on your watchlist....

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Tunde Ebohon on building Wrkman, leadership, and creating structure for Nigeria’s informal economy

Tunde Ebohon on building Wrkman, leadership, and creating structure for Nigeria’s informal economy

Tech • 6d ago

In Nigeria, finding a good plumber or technician often depends on who you know and some luck. Tunde Ebohon set out to change that. With years of business experience, he built Wrkman to bring trust, structure, and opportunity to the informal service economy....

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inDrive drivers cry out over double VAT deductions

inDrive drivers cry out over double VAT deductions

Tech • 6d ago

In today's Techpoint Digest, we discuss how inDrive drivers are outraged by double VAT deductions, how Zambia is going digital with passport applications, and how OpenAI beats Google in the health chatbot race....

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Quick Fire 🔥 with Jessica Tee Orika-Owunna

Quick Fire 🔥 with Jessica Tee Orika-Owunna

Tech • 6d ago

Meet Jessica Tee Orika-Owunna, an experienced SaaS content marketing specialist who has worked with global brands such as Vena Solutions, Softr, Contentsquare, Foundation Marketing, and Hotjar, while based in Nigeria....

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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Banks can no longer gatekeep

👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Banks can no longer gatekeep

Tech • 6d ago

In today's edition: Quick Fire 🔥 with Jessica Tee Orika-Owunna || South Africa opens payment system to non-banks || More Nigerians registered for BVN in 2025 || Who secured the bag? 💰...

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Why failed airtime top-ups in Nigeria will now be refunded in 30 seconds

Why failed airtime top-ups in Nigeria will now be refunded in 30 seconds

Tech • 6d ago

The framework is the product of several months of engagement between the two regulators and key industry stakeholders....

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Techpoint Africa Joins As Media Partner for Tech Revolution 2.0 Conference: Elevating Africa’s Innovative Narrative

Techpoint Africa Joins As Media Partner for Tech Revolution 2.0 Conference: Elevating Africa’s Innovative Narrative

Tech • Jan 08

Tech Revolution Africa 2.0, under the theme "The Big Bold Step," is set to be the premier convergence point for Africa's tech leaders....

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