Jesutofunmi Adedoyin Adedoyin

BD Insider: SARS turns to AI to chase tax evaders

In this letter, we explore; South Africa’s tax authority targets crypto tax evasion, Ghana to get 5G network by November 1, South Africa introduces new visa reforms to attract skilled workers.

BD Insider: The SEC’s smart approach to fintech regulation

In today’s midweek update, we look at; Kenyan lawmakers push for Safaricom, M-PESA split, NCC withdraws sanction threat against Starlink

BD Insider: Kenya is calling remote workers

In this letter, we explore; Kenya introduces a new digital nomad visa, OpenAI hits $157 billion valuation, MTN Congo launches 5G network in Central Africa.

Level Up: Career politics 101

The likability vs competence debate

BD Insider: Uber goes wild

In today’s midweek update, we look at; Uber expands into tourism in South Africa with Uber Safari, Starlink doubles prices in Nigeria, Carry1st and Audiomack partner to simplify digital payments.

BD Insider: The real cost of PoS compliance

Android lovers look away. Apple’s biggest event of the year takes place today, and the company is expected to unveil the iPhone 16 series, new Apple Watches, and possibly more surprises.

BD Insider: Takealot bows out of fashion

Zambian roads are about to be introduced to Build Your Dreams (BYD) electric cars after the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer announced its expansion into the country.

BD Insider: Zimbabwe does a 360 on crypto🇿🇼

The Zimbabwean government is working on its first-ever crypto regulations, which is a big deal considering they slapped a ban on banks dealing with crypto in 2018.

How I went from medical sciences to social media specialist at Moniepoint

You know how we are always complaining about how you’re never able to catch a break as an adult?

BD Insider: Why African fintechs are dropping virtual cards

The once obvious strategy of offering virtual cards is no longer as clear-cut for African fintechs.

BD Insider: Nigerian cab drivers get their own POS

In this letter, we explore; Nigerian ride-hailing drivers offered more control over payments, Starlink’s counter-response to Safaricom, OpenAI’s shift to a for-profit corporation.

Level Up: How a DM got this product manager a role at Future Africa

In today’s spotlight, we’re chatting with Tosin Oladokun, who shares his journey from coding to becoming a product manager. Plus, he tells us about the unexpected moment when a simple DM on X led to him landing a product manager role at Future Africa.