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Latest Technology News

Volvo expands autonomous truck ambitions amid Africa logistics boom

Volvo expands autonomous trucking plans, targeting $3 billion revenue as global logistics demand and Africa freight needs rise.

Oluwatosin Alao Oluwatosin Alao

MTC, Namibia’s largest mobile operator, posts $31 million profit in H1 2026

MTC reported $31 million H1 2026 profit as prepaid, roaming and enterprise growth lifted revenue 7.1% to $118.11 million in Namibia report.

Feyisayo Ajayi Feyisayo Ajayi

Proparco backs Agriarche Limited with funding to scale Nigerian agri-tech platform

Proparco backs Agriarche Limited to scale its Kasuwa platform, boosting digital access, finance and markets for Nigerian smallholder farmers.

Feyisayo Ajayi Feyisayo Ajayi

Wanatu ride-hailing app rolls out major upgrade across Africa

Wanatu upgrades its ride-hailing app in South Africa with new features, improved UX, and expanded mobility services.

Oluwatosin Alao Oluwatosin Alao

Amazon targets Kenya in push to grow Africa connectivity

Amazon satellite internet Kenya accelerates Africa push as Project Kuiper seeks approval for a new Kenya earth station.

Timilehin Adejumobi Timilehin Adejumobi

Google’s $30 billion deal strengthens case for Elon Musk’s SpaceX $1.77 trillion IPO

Google’s $30 billion SpaceX deal validates the metrics for Elon Musk's upcoming $1.77 trillion IPO.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi

MTN launches One TV to drive digital entertainment across Africa

MTN rolls out MTN One TV, linking its mobile network and fintech to scale digital entertainment and content monetization across Africa.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi

Egyptian fintech startup, Blnk, raises $37 million to scale AI-driven consumer lending

Blnk raises $37 million in equity and debt to expand point-of-sale consumer credit and drive financial inclusion.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi

Algeria, Tunisia plan submarine cable to strengthen Africa-Europe ties

Algeria and Tunisia plan a new submarine cable to Italy to strengthen Africa-Europe digital connectivity and network resilience.

Oluwatosin Alao Oluwatosin Alao