Justina Salami

Kogi students relocate, protests loom over crippling MTN shutdown

MTN’s network shutdown in Kogi State has disrupted education and commerce, forcing student relocations and triggering plans for mass protests over a ₦1.2 billion tax dispute.

Aruwa Capital nears $50M target as it closes $35M for gender-focused fund II

Aruwa Capital Management, a female-led Lagos private equity firm, closes $35M for its gender-lens Fund II and plans to expand investments across Nigeria and Ghana.

OmniRetail raises $20M Series A to scale Africa’s informal retail infrastructure

The company achieved profitability in 2024 and processes over $800M annually.

Lendsqr launches voice, video AI for loan assessments

Lendsqr has developed an AI-powered voice and video analysis model to revolutionize credit scoring for Nigeria’s informal sector, offering a new path to financial inclusion for over 100 million unbanked adults.

MTN discloses cyberattack impacting customer data in select markets

MTN Group has confirmed a malware-driven cyberattack that compromised customer data in select markets, including Nigeria. Regulators may soon launch investigations as concerns rise over telecom security in Africa.

Local ride-hailing app SimpliRide launches in Nigeria with zero commission

Simpliride, a driver-led ride-hailing platform, has launched in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt, offering a subscription-based alternative to Uber and Bolt. The initiative marks a major shift in Nigeria’s gig economy, empowering drivers with better pay and protections.

Nigerian ride-hailing drivers to strike on May 1 over low fares and poor working conditions

Ride-hailing drivers in Nigeria plan a May 1 strike to protest exploitative commissions, low fares, and poor safety measures. The action could reshape gig economy policies in Nigeria and beyond.

Kenya Partners with Canadian Firms to Launch Blockchain-Powered Digital Exchange

Kenya's Nairobi Securities Exchange is partnering with Canadian blockchain firms to launch the Kenya Digital Exchange (KDX) a regulated platform for tokenizing real-world assets. This bold move aims to transform Africa’s financial markets through blockchain innovation.

Spiro launches Africa’s first all-women Electric Vehicle assembly line

Spiro has launched Africa’s first all-women electric vehicle (EV) assembly line in Kenya, marking a historic step for gender inclusivity in the continent’s manufacturing industry.

9Mobile addresses service challenges amid subscriber concerns

9Mobile addresses service disruptions and subscriber concerns amid a sharp decline in users, denying shutdown rumors while working on infrastructure upgrades.

Bolt suspended in Tunisia over allegations of money laundering and tax evasion

Tunisian authorities have suspended Bolt over allegations of money laundering and tax evasion, freezing $3.8 million in accounts. The move raises concerns over ride-hailing regulations in North Africa as Bolt challenges the decision.

dLocal Integrates Airtel Mobile Money for Google Play Payments in Kenya

dLocal has partnered with Airtel Kenya to enable Airtel Mobile Money payments on Google Play, expanding digital accessibility in Kenya. This move strengthens dLocal’s presence in emerging markets and enhances financial inclusion.