Across Africa, conversations about skills, jobs, and employability have taken a sharper turn in recent years. Now, Nigeria and Uganda are stepping into a deeper partnership aimed at fixing one of the continent’s long-standing challenges: inconsistent skills certification systems that…

Nigeria is facing a growing concern over its ability to maintain full control of its digital ecosystem, as stakeholders warn that heavy reliance on foreign digital platforms and infrastructure could weaken national sovereignty in the long run. The warning comes…

Lagos State Government has taken a major step towards tightening digital security with the unveiling of new cybersecurity guidelines designed to protect businesses, public institutions, and everyday internet users. The move comes as cybercrime continues to rise and digital adoption…

Nigeria’s internet governance space has renewed calls for stronger adoption of the .ng domain, with the country’s internet registry warning that continued dependence on foreign web addresses is draining value from the local digital economy and weakening Nigeria’s digital identity.…

Nigeria’s push toward a fully digital-driven economy continues to gather momentum as new initiatives emerge to bridge the country’s growing technology skills gap. One of such initiatives has recently produced fresh graduates, further strengthening hopes that young Nigerians can compete…

Nigeria is taking a decisive step to confront the growing threat of fraud linked to mobile phone numbers, as the Central Bank of Nigeria and the Nigerian Communications Commission deepen collaboration to secure the country’s financial and telecoms systems. The…

Telecommunications operators across Africa are shifting strategy in a way that could redefine digital inclusion on the continent. Rather than focusing mainly on expanding network infrastructure, industry leaders are now placing device affordability at the centre of their growth agenda,…

Nigeria’s fight against crime is entering a new phase, driven not just by boots on the ground but by bytes, algorithms and intelligent systems. Experts are now drawing attention to the urgent need for the country to embrace artificial intelligence…

Nigeria’s growing startup ecosystem is once again placing women at the centre of innovation, as the Standard Chartered Foundation, Village Capital, and Enterprise Development Centre jointly announce the launch of the 2026 Women in Tech Accelerator. The initiative is now…

Nigeria’s growing digital economy received a fresh boost as Credit Direct and vivo formalised a financing partnership designed to make smartphones more accessible to millions of Nigerians. According to TechCabal, the agreement, signed in Lagos on April 17, 2026, introduces…

Nigeria’s ambition to deepen its digital economy received a major boost as Quest Merchant Bank formally takes on the role of transaction advisor for Project BRIDGE, a flagship broadband infrastructure initiative designed to transform connectivity across the country. The appointment…

Nigeria’s growing dependence on digital systems for governance and finance is coming under fresh pressure, as cybercriminals intensify attacks on government agencies and financial institutions, raising fears over the safety of sensitive election data and national infrastructure. Recent reports indicate…

African fintech company Kredete has entered a strategic partnership with Visa Africa in a move that signals a major shift in how cross-border payments could work for millions of Africans at home and abroad. The collaboration, which builds on Kredete’s…

At first glance, it looked like a normal half-marathon morning in Beijing. Thousands of human runners stretching, coaches shouting instructions, and cameras rolling across the start line. But mixed into the crowd was something that would have sounded like science…

Tensions around internet access and national security in Iran have taken a fresh turn after authorities arrested two foreign nationals linked to the importation of satellite internet equipment. The development, reported on April 19, 2026, reflects the country’s growing clampdown…