Author: Ibukunoluwa Bankole
Mozambique’s new tax rules target accommodation-booking websites to boost tourism revenue
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Mozambique is advancing its tourism sector with new tax regulations targeting international digital platforms like Booking and Trivago.…
Tourism and technology summit 2024 spotlights innovation in Africa
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Policymakers have been advised to integrate technology into Africa’s tourism industry to drive growth, efficiency, and global competitiveness.…
NIGCOMSAT explores French partnership to boost Nigeria’s space technology
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Managing Director Jane Egerton-Idehen of Nigeria’s Communications Satellite Limited (NigComSat) has hinted at a possible partnership with France…
ECA advocates for technology-driven higher education for Africa’s sustainable development
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The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) collaborated with stakeholders to underscore the transformative potential of technology in reshaping…
CBN cracks down on Moniepoint, OPay with ₦1 billion fine each over regulatory violations
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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has intensified its oversight on the fintech sector, imposing ₦1 billion fines…
Seedstars Africa Ventures secures $42 million in first close to empower African startups
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Seedstars Africa Ventures, an early-stage venture capital fund, has secured its first close at $42 million, marking a…
Uganda launches fifth phase of National Data Transmission Backbone Infrastructure
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Uganda has launched the fifth phase of its National Data Transmission Backbone Infrastructure (NBI) project in Moroto, northeastern…
Power outage halts Tanzania’s electric train services, stirs concerns over grid stability
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Tanzania’s Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) electric train services were disrupted on December 4, 2024, due to a nationwide…
Olumayowa Akinkuehinmi: How Nigeria can overcome infrastructure barriers to boost DevOps adoption
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As Nigeria’s tech ecosystem evolves, the adoption of DevOps—a methodology that merges software development and IT operations—is critical…
Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator hosts 23 fintech startups to pitch to investors in Cape Town
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Visa recently hosted its second Demo Day for the Africa Fintech Accelerator program, bringing together 23 pioneering fintech…
