Author: Anita Bosman

Cape Town: TECHz – News Desk MoneyGram has announced a strategic partnership with NALA to enable stablecoin-based settlement and modernized cross-border payout services across emerging markets in Africa and Asia. The collaboration introduces a real-time settlement model designed to improve the speed and efficiency of international money transfers. Under the arrangement, transactions will be settled using digital dollars, while recipients will continue to receive funds in their local currencies, helping bridge global liquidity with local payment systems. According to the companies, the partnership is aimed at making cross-border payouts faster, more affordable, and more reliable, particularly in high-demand remittance corridors…

Abuja: TECHz – News Desk The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has launched a specialised training programme aimed at empowering Nigerian women with cybersecurity skills and increasing their participation in the country’s growing digital security workforce. The initiative, tagged “Cyber for Women,” was organised by NITDA in collaboration with Women in Cybersecurity in Abuja as part of efforts to bridge the gender gap in the cybersecurity sector and strengthen national digital resilience. Speaking at the event, NITDA’s Director of Cybersecurity, Mohammed Lawan Ahmed, represented by Ayodele Bakare, said the programme is a strategic investment in Nigeria’s digital future and…

Istanbul: TECHz – News Desk Turkish telecom operator Turkcell has announced strong uptake of its ongoing 5G-themed campaign featuring basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal, reporting that more than 10 million users have increased their data packages since April 1. The campaign, branded “5G with Turkcell Powered by Shaq,” encourages users to upgrade their mobile experience by multiplying their data allowances by five. According to the company, the initiative is designed to highlight the benefits of faster and more powerful connectivity as users transition toward next-generation mobile services. Turkcell also noted that many subscribers have already made the switch to 5G-enabled plans,…

Riyadh: TECHz – News Desk Lenovo announced the official opening of its Middle East, Türkiye and Africa (META) Regional Headquarters in Riyadh (RHQ), marking a strategic milestone in the company’s long-term investment in the Kingdom and its commitment to supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives. The official opening was marked by a formal ceremony attended by the Minister of Investment of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, His Excellency Mr. Fahad bin Abduljalil Al‑Saif, alongside senior government officials, strategic partners, and Lenovo leaders. His Excellency Mr. Fahad bin Abduljalil Al‑Saif, Minister of Investment, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: “Lenovo’s decision to establish…

Johannesburg: TECHz – News Desk Qualcomm has announced the selection of 10 startups for the 2026 edition of its Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program, marking the fourth year of the initiative aimed at accelerating innovation across the African continent. The selected startups were chosen from over 1,200 applications spanning 45 countries, reflecting growing interest in technology-driven solutions addressing Africa’s development challenges. The cohort represents a wide range of sectors including agriculture, assistive technology, smart cities, utilities, electric vehicle transportation, smart infrastructure, and education. These startups are developing solutions aimed at tackling some of the continent’s most pressing socio-economic challenges…

Lewes: TECHz – News Desk Cauridor, the cross-border payment infrastructure company operating across 36 African countries, has named Awa Koné as its Chief Operating Officer. The appointment comes as the company looks to scale the operational infrastructure behind its pan-African payments network. Koné joins Cauridor from Flutterwave, where she spent over five years as Global Head of Operations. As a senior leader, she played a critical role in building and scaling the payment and treasury infrastructure that supported the company’s rapid growth across multiple markets in Africa, Europe, America and Asia. Her leadership helped strengthen operational resilience, optimize cross-border flows,…

Phoenix: TECHz – News Desk Mauritius has officially launched its National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy and FAIR Guidelines, marking a major milestone in the country’s ambition to become a high‑tech, innovation‑driven digital economy grounded in ethical, inclusive and people‑centred principles. The launch ceremony, held in Phoenix on 9 April 2026, was attended by the Minister of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation, Dr Avinash Ramtohul, Ministers and Junior Ministers, Members of the National Assembly, the United Nations Resident Coordinator for Mauritius and Seychelles, Ms Lisa Simrique Singh, Ms. Sujitha Sekharan, UNDP Mauritius and Seychelles International Operations Manager and Officer in Charge,…

Abidjan: TECHz – News Desk The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has approved a €7.5 million investment in the Breega Africa Seed I Fund, to support Africa’s most promising technology start-ups in their early stages. The Bank Group will invest €5 million in equity capital and €2.5 million in the form of a junior tranche on behalf of the European Commission, as part of the Boost Africa Initiative to support young entrepreneurs with innovative businesses across the African continent. The fund will inject resources into early-stage companies across various technology sectors: fintech, insurtech, agritech, healthtech, logistics,…

Lagos: TECHz – News Desk Bankit, a rapidly growing player in Nigeria’s fintech ecosystem, has officially launched its Bankit Payment Cards, offering them completely free to customers. The initiative eliminates both card issuance fees and delivery charges nationwide, marking a significant step toward making financial services more accessible. This customer-focused move underscores Bankit’s commitment to delivering fast, secure, and inclusive financial solutions at scale. By removing the cost barriers typically associated with card ownership, the company aims to broaden access to modern banking tools for millions of Nigerians. The introduction of the Bankit Cards represents an expansion of the platform’s…

Dubai: TECHz – News Desk e& money, the fintech arm of e&, launched a new digital gold investment offering in partnership with SafeGold, enabling customers in the UAE to buy and sell 24-karat (24K) gold with the highest purity of 99.99 per cent directly through the e& money app. Customers can start investing with as little as AED 10 and consistently build their investments, with instant in-app buying and selling of 24K gold. Their holdings are stored in secure vaults and protected with institutional-grade security. It also includes an option to redeem digital balances for physical gold with home delivery,…