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Justina Salami

A reporter for Condia. Beats are news and development. Studied History and International Relations.

She loves reading nonfiction, especially books on leadership, history, and innovation. If she weren’t writing or researching, she’d probably be dancing and singing.

Contact her @justinaize247@gmail.com.
Mobility

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.

Mobility

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.

Crypto

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.

Electric Vehicles

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 step for gender inclusivity in the continent’s manufacturing industry.

Telco

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.

Mobility

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.

Fintech

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.

Funding

Kenyan logistics startup Leta secures $5M to scale AI-powered platform

Leta has secured $5 million in seed funding to expand its AI-driven optimization platform.

Funding

Yango Group launches $20 Million Venture Fund to empower African startups

Yango Group has introduced a $20 million corporate venture fund aimed at supporting early-stage startups across Africa and other emerging markets.

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