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Latest Technology News

African tech firm Bluechip Technologies acquires AI startup YarnGPT

Bluechip Technologies acquires Nigerian AI startup YarnGPT, strengthening Africa's push for locally built AI solutions.

Oluwatosin Alao Oluwatosin Alao

Uber eyes Delivery Hero takeover as Prosus gains time to defend stake

As Prosus wins more time for its Delivery Hero stake sale, Uber is pursuing a full takeover of the German food delivery firm to expand its global market.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi

Moroccan proptech Agenz raises $5 million to scale AI property tech

Agenz raises $5 million led by Breega and other investors to scale AI-powered property data and expand Morocco real estate platform.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi

Spar revives 2U delivery app to challenge Checkers Sixty60 in South Africa

Spar is revamping its 2U delivery app as it seeks to challenge Checkers Sixty60 in South Africa's online grocery market.

Oluwatosin Alao Oluwatosin Alao

Elon Musk’s SpaceX beats Saudi Aramco in landmark IPO, raising $75 billion

SpaceX raises $75 billion in a record IPO, surpassing Saudi Aramco and valuing Elon Musk’s company at $1.77 trillion.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi

Isuzu commits $30.87 million to strengthen South Africa’s auto industry

Isuzu invests $33.88 million in South Africa to boost auto localisation, create jobs and expand local supplier capacity.

Oluwatosin Alao Oluwatosin Alao

TGS secures key 3D exploration contract in Africa and Middle East

TGS 3D Exploration Contract strengthens Africa and Middle East energy exploration with advanced seismic technology and growth.

Timilehin Adejumobi Timilehin Adejumobi

MTN CEO Ralph Mupita: Nigerian, Ugandan fintech spinoffs entering final stages

MTN Group is in the final stages of spinning off its Nigerian and Ugandan fintech units, clearing the path for strategic minority stake sales.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi

MTN targets Nigeria’s $236 billion credit gap with direct lending push

MTN Group plans to launch direct lending in Nigeria to target a $236 billion funding gap and disrupt African banking.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi