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Author: Smart Megwai
Smart Megwai
Smart is a technology journalist covering innovation, digital culture, and the business of emerging tech. His reporting for Innovation Village explores how technology shapes everyday life in Africa and beyond.
Facebook is monitoring your activities even when you’re not on the app. In fact, it can go as far as monitoring your bank activities on the application. Don’t be shocked. This is just one example of their extensive data collection efforts. I know you’re not comfortable with that, and that’s…
Glovo, today said it has chosen Nairobi, Kenya, as the location for its global real-time operations hub. This strategic decision underscores the growing importance of Africa in the global technology landscape and highlights Kenya’s burgeoning tech ecosystem. This move builds upon Glovo’s existing presence in Kenya, where the company has…
Telkom Kenya has announced a new partnership with Rakuten Symphony and Airspan, two leaders in telecommunications technology, to explore the potential of Open Radio Access Network (Open RAN) technology. This partnership was formalised through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), outlining the key areas of collaboration and the…
Microsoft, today, kicked off its Global AI Tour in Johannesburg, South Africa. The Global AI Tour is the Tech Giant’s initiative aimed to accelerate Africa’s economic growth and drive the African renaissance by leveraging the power of AI.” It’s a free, one-day event which will bring together business leaders, IT…
Nigeria’s telecommunications sector is entering a new era after the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) approved a 50% tariff increase for voice and data services. This marks the first significant tariff adjustment in over a decade, a decision driven by rising operational costs for telecom operators, including soaring inflation, currency devaluation,…
Eswatini, a landlocked country in Southern Africa, has embarked on a significant partnership with Google. The aim is to leverage technology to modernise government services and boost economic growth. This collaboration, officially launched under the theme “Innovating Together: Strategic Partnerships for Eswatini’s Digital Transformation and Economic Prosperity,” seeks to integrate…
Ahmad Farroukh, the newly appointed CEO of Nigerian telecommunications giant Globacom, has resigned after just one month in the role, sending shockwaves through the industry. While Globacom has yet to officially comment, reports suggest internal challenges may have contributed to his abrupt departure. Farroukh, a seasoned telecom executive with a…
Meta, Google, TikTok, and X (formerly Twitter) have each pledged to intensify efforts to combat illegal hate speech on their platforms. This commitment comes as part of the European Commission’s revised “Code of Conduct on Countering Illegal Hate Speech Online Plus,” which was integrated into the Digital Services Act (DSA)…
Instagram has officially rolled out a significant change to its platform: the iconic square grid format is no more. The social media giant has transitioned to a new, taller grid preview that prioritises vertical content, reflecting the growing dominance of video and mobile-first content consumption. This shift has been in…
In a move towards digitalisation and improved service delivery, the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has launched new digital payment platforms for the collection of Business Operating Permits (BOPs) and Property Rates. Residents and businesses can now conveniently pay for these services via the short codes *222*33# and *222*55#, respectively. This…
We live in a world where our phones and computers are always buzzing. Emails, messages, and social media notifications constantly pull us away from our work. This constant distraction makes it hard to concentrate and get things done. Imagine you’re trying to write a report. You’re finally getting into a…
ChatGPT has evolved beyond simple conversations. It now possesses the capability to become your personal digital assistant, seamlessly integrating into your daily routine with a suite of powerful scheduling and reminder features. Relying solely on digital calendars or fleeting notes is no longer necessary. ChatGPT, with its unparalleled personalisation, can…
MTN Group, Africa’s largest telecom operator, has finalised the sale of its Guinea operations to the State of Guinea, concluding its presence in the West African nation. The transaction was completed on December 30, 2024, aligning with MTN’s Ambition 2025 strategy, which emphasises portfolio optimisation and simplification. Ralph Mupita, MTN…
As holiday shopping heats up, so does the rise in online scams. To tackle this seasonal surge in phishing, spam, and malware, Google has unveiled cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to shield Gmail’s 2.5 billion users. The announcement, made via a company blog post on Wednesday, highlights the tech giant’s…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has introduced a draft regulatory framework designed to tackle the challenges plaguing the Application-to-Person (A2P) messaging sector, including fraud, spam, and data privacy concerns. This strategic move aims to enhance the integrity of A2P messaging—a critical tool for businesses, government communication, and consumer engagement. A2P…
The Nasarawa State chapter of the Association of Mobile Money and Bank Agents in Nigeria (AMMBAN) has launched a six-member Joint Task Force to combat escalating fraud cases in the state. This initiative aims to restore public confidence in Point of Sale (PoS) transactions across the state’s 13 local government…
The Federal Government has launched a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) Academy. Inaugurated by Chief Uche Nnaji, the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, on December 19, 2024, in Abuja, this initiative is a collaborative effort with the Commonwealth Secretariat and Intel Corporation. The AI Academy is designed to provide Nigerians,…
Payaza, a rising player in the African fintech space, said it has obtained approval for a ₦50 billion Commercial Paper issuance program from FMDQ (Financial Markets Dealers Quotation) Exchange. This move is part of the fintech startup’s commitment to revolutionising digital payments and financial solutions across the continent. Payaza announced…
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has, through its Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA), committed $10 million to the Persistent Africa Climate Venture Builder Fund (ACV Fund). This strategic investment, according to publication on the bank’s website, is expected to mobilise an additional $70 million in funding for climate-focused ventures…