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What young tech founders can learn from Zimbabwe’s billionaire, Strive Masiyiwa

Lessons from Strive Masiyiwa show young tech founders how scale, purpose and profit align via infrastructure, ecosystems and long-term vision.

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Indian billionaire Sunil Bharti Mittal’s final corporate move sets up $2B Airtel Money IPO

The proposed listing would mark a significant step in Airtel Africa’s effort to unlock value from its fintech operations as…

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New tech billionaire emerges in South Africa

Karooooo stock surges, pushing Calisto’s net worth past $1 billion amid global expansion

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MTN Nigeria’s Q1 2026 profit nearly triples to $258 million on data demand surge

MTN Nigeria's Q1 2026 profit nearly triples to $258 million as data demand, revenue and network investment drive strong growth.

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Fresh investors enter Madagascar’s Ambatovy nickel mine after Sumitomo exit
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Fresh investors eye Madagascar nickel mine after Sumitomo exit

Global investors are taking a closer look at Africa’s critical minerals sector as demand for battery metals continues to rise and supply chains remain tight. Nickel, used in electric vehicle batteries and stainless steel, has regained attention among commodity traders and mining investors. That shift in sentiment has placed Madagascar’s Ambatovy nickel project back in focus following a change in its ownership structure involving a group led by experienced mining executives and financiers.  The renewed interest comes as the global…

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Zimbabwe’s digital shift pushes mobile data to half of telecom revenue
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Mobile data becomes Zimbabwe telecoms’ biggest business as digital use surges

Zimbabwe’s telecom industry is being reshaped by one clear change: mobile data has become the biggest source of revenue for network operators, reflecting how people now use their phones more for internet access than for traditional calls and text messages.  That change is unfolding as smartphone adoption rises, digital payments become more common, and more consumers rely on streaming platforms, messaging apps and online business tools in their daily lives. Across cities and smaller communities, internet access is becoming a…

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Ethiopia expands telecom, fintech and AI to build East Africa’s tech hub
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Ethiopia bets on telecom, fintech, AI to build East Africa’s digital hub

Ethiopia is moving deeper into the digital economy, placing telecom expansion, financial technology and artificial intelligence at the center of its next phase of growth. As internet use rises and mobile payments become more common, the country is positioning technology as a practical tool for business, public services and wider economic development.  That shift is being led by Ethio telecom, the state-backed operator that has grown well beyond its traditional role as a phone and internet provider. The company is…

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IFC plans $59 million telecom tower financing for Eastcastle in DR Congo

IFC considers $59 million for Eastcastle to expand telecom towers in DR Congo, boosting connectivity and digital inclusion.

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Standard Bank expands cashless branches as digital banking surges      

Standard Bank has expanded to 234 cashless branches as digital banking adoption surges, cutting costs and reshaping how customers access services.

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Axian Telecom advances digital operations across Africa through cloud transformation and telecom expansion in nine markets.
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Axian Telecom taps $500 billion U.S. software giant, Oracle, to modernize African operations

Axian Telecom partners with Oracle to strengthen operations across Africa as profit rises to $226.3 million and expansion plans accelerate.

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Nokia launches Cairo hub to drive growth across Africa and Middle East
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Nokia opens Cairo hub to expand operations across Africa and Middle East

Nokia is expanding its presence in Egypt, choosing Cairo as the base for a new regional operations hub that will support customers across the Middle East and Africa.  The decision comes as telecom companies face rising demand for stronger networks, faster response times and more reliable digital services. Growth in 5G, wider cloud adoption and heavier data use are pushing operators to invest in systems that can handle more complex network needs.  For Nokia, Cairo offers practical advantages. Egypt sits…

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Ghana miners oppose new local outsourcing plan over job concerns
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Ghana miners oppose new local outsourcing plan over job concerns

Ghana’s mining sector is under pressure as new rules aimed at boosting local participation begin to take hold. The policy, which requires mining firms to shift key operations to locally owned contractors, is changing how one of Africa’s largest gold industries works.  For the government, the goal is clear: keep more value at home, support local companies and reduce dependence on foreign service providers. Mining remains central to Ghana’s economy, accounting for about 40% of export earnings and supporting over…

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