Tuesday, May 20

A functioning local stablecoin strengthens case for digital asset regulation, says Luno Nigeria CEO

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Ayotunde Alabi, CEO, Luno Nigeria

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South Africa is set to propose a BEE policy shift that allows tech firms like Elon Musk’s Starlink to meet Black ownership targets through alternative investments.


Lagos ranks first in commuting, with 83.4% of residents on the move daily, higher than any other city surveyed in new Bolt report.


Egypt’s Sylndr has raised $15.7m to expand its digital platform for buying, selling, financing, and servicing used cars


A proposed US bill to tax remittances sent by non-citizens could disrupt Africa’s fintech sector, and startups like Lemfi, NALA may face a major setback if it becomes law.


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JusticeTechNG 2025: Nigeria’s First Civic Hackathon for Justice Innovation Begins June 3

In a bold push to modernise Nigeria’s justice sector through technology, the Special Assistant to the President on Justice Sector…


Telkom South Africa worth drops by nearly 50%

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On Techpoint Digest, we discuss Telkom losing R140 billion, why Nigeria needs a working stablecoin, and Fatura fueling MaxAB-Wasoko’s fintech push.

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Starlink gets one-month ultimatum in Ghana

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On Techpoint Digest, we discuss Starlink’s Ghana operation running into red tape, how this one mistake could kill your HR startup, and Lagos’ plans to implement AI guidelines in Nigeria.

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JusticeTech

JusticeTechNG 2025: Nigeria’s First Civic Hackathon for Justice Innovation Begins June 3

In a bold push to modernise Nigeria’s justice sector through technology, the Special Assistant to the President on Justice Sector…

Lagos Startup Expo: why the Investor Lounge is the room every founder needs to be in

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Discover how exhibiting at Lagos Startup Expo 2.0 gives founders exclusive access to Africa’s leading investors & VCs. Find out why you can’t afford to miss this opportunity.

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Trust at stake: The dangerous cost of weak cyber defences in HR startups

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HR startups hold some of the most sensitive data. A single breach could cost over $4.45 million. Experts from fintechs like PiggyVest share why HR startups can’t compromise on cybersecurity.

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Zabira Digital Services Ltd

Digital finance can be fun with Zabira

Zabira is changing the digital finance game across Africa — and yes, it’s not just smart, it’s fun too!

Sycamore, Drive45, others win big at Cascador Pitch Day

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Sycamore, Drive45, Crop2Cash, and 24Seven were standout winners at Cascador Pitch Day, securing over ₦4 billion in financing to accelerate their growth.

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Get a feel of Lagos Startup Expo 2.0 at our next Ask Me Anything (AMA) session on X Spaces

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Join us for the upcoming interactive Lagos Startup Expo AMA session on X (formerly Twitter), featuring exhibitors, sponsors, and masterclass facilitator Jude Dike, CEO of GetEquity, on Thursday, May 22

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ImmigrationBrief

Launching ImmigrationBrief: Step-by-Step Help for the World’s Next Billion Migrants

ImmigrationBrief is live: step-by-step guides, visa tracking, global community, and peer help for today’s migrants. Explore now: immigrationbrief.com

Nigeria to launch 4 satellites to tackle insecurity

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On Techpoint Digest, we discuss Nigeria’s launch of satellites to combat insecurity, JAMB’s epic scoring glitch, and why content creation is leading in Africa.

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Inside Africa’s billion-dollar creator economy: From side hustles to startups

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Africa’s creator economy is worth over $5 billion and is growing fast. From skits to startups, young creators are making a business of content.

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JusticeTech

JusticeTechNG 2025: Nigeria’s First Civic Hackathon for Justice Innovation Begins June 3

In a bold push to modernise Nigeria’s justice sector through technology, the Special Assistant to the President on Justice Sector…