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First Abu Dhabi Bank Misr (FABMISR), one of the largest banks operating in Egypt, have entered into a strategic partnership agreement with Network International, a leading fintech company across the Middle East and Africa (MEA). This alliance aims to provide FABMISR with a complete range of payment processing services, accelerating the bank’s digital transformation journey, customer experience, and access to secure, innovative payment solutions, playing a significant role in Egypt’s financial inclusion agenda.
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Orange Egypt and Circle K Egypt have formed a strategic partnership under which Orange will serve as the digital transformation partner supporting Circle K’s modernization plans. The collaboration aims to upgrade communications infrastructure, improve network connectivity across all branches, and boost operational efficiency to support Circle K’s expansion and growth in the Egypt market.
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Djezzy (Jazi) has announced a new strategic partnership with the Algerian Telephone Industry Company, INATEL EPE/SPA, in a move aimed at accelerating Algeria’s digital transformation and strengthening local technological capacity
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Federal Ministry of Education Nigeria has fully automated the authentication and evaluation of academic credentials, shifting the entire process to a digital platform. The initiative forms part of a broader effort to improve transparency, streamline data management, and enhance public service delivery within Nigeria’s education sector.
Under the new system, all credential verification applications must be submitted online through the Ministry’s official portal. Applicants are required to register on the platform and upload their supporting documents digitally for processing.
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Lua has raised $5.8 million to develop an operating system designed to support collaboration between human teams and AI agents. The funding will help the company advance its platform aimed at improving coordination and productivity in hybrid human-AI work environments

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Speedinvest has strengthened its long-standing commitment to the Middle East and Africa by launching its first flagship fund focused specifically on the region, backed by three of the world’s leading institutional investors.

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The Communications Regulatory Authority (INCM) of Mozambique reached a pivotal milestone on Friday, April 17, with the public opening of proposals for the administrative consignment of the country’s radio spectrum. This session officially kickstarts the implementation of 5G technology, with the nation’s three major telecommunications operatorsTmcel, Vodacom Mozambique, and Movitelall submitting bids. 
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Wingu Africa has announced the launch of its Wingu Cloud Exchange (WCX) in Ethiopia, marking a major step forward in delivering secure, compliant, and scalable cloud solutions designed for businesses across East Africa.

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OpenAI has announced the close of a landmark funding round, securing $122 billion in committed capital at a post-money valuation of $852 billion. The investment marks one of the largest capital raises in the technology sector.

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Leah Nakazwe Kooma has been appointed as the CEO of Liquid Intelligent Technologies Zambia, effective 1 April 2026. The appointment reflects a commitment to expanding leadership in digital infrastructure across the Southern African nation and beyond.
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UK-based software provider Klipboard has acquired South African sales operations platform Skynamo, according to announcements from both companies.
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Rwanda Moves to Phase Out 2G and 3G Devices in Digital Transition Push The Ministry of ICT and Innovation in Rwanda has held discussions with device importers as part of preparations for the next phase of the country’s digital transition.
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Niger has officially launched a new biometric national identity card as part of efforts to modernize its identification system and strengthen digital sovereignty within the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)
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Digital financial services company OPay has announced the opening of a new office in Jos, Plateau State, expanding its physical presence in Nigeria .The company revealed the launch on social media.
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Fintech infrastructure company Scale has announced an expansion of its partnership with Mastercard, aimed at simplifying card programme deployment across Africa.

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Kenya has unveiled the Draft Kenya Agricultural Data, Information and Digital Policy (March 2026), a broad framework intended to modernize the agricultural sector through integrated digital platforms, stronger data governance, and innovation-led farming.
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Africa’s ambitious effort to create its own version of WhatsApp is ending, as telecom giant MTN Group has confirmed it will shut down Ayoba. Once hailed as “Africa’s WhatsApp,” the platform struggled over seven years to secure lasting user engagement across the continent.

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Federal Government of Nigeria has introduced the National Single Window, a digital reform initiative aimed at streamlining trade procedures, lowering transaction costs, and enhancing efficiency throughout the economy in Nigeria.
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Senegal has launched key projects under its New Deal Technologique, strengthening its ambition to build a modern, connected, and digitally sovereign state. The announcement was made during a high-level event at CICAD on March 24, 2026.
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Hayo a global digital solutions provider, has expanded its presence in East Africa by launching voice, messaging, and digital services in Rwanda. The move will give local service providers and government agencies access to solutions such as the National Mobile Registry.
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