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Technext is a premier tech news publication in Africa deeply covering the digital economy in Nigeria and across the continent. Focusing on startup funding policy analysis and technical innovation, it is a key platform for understanding the explosive growth of African tech.

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The TECNO CAMON 50 Series Launches as the Pocket Imaging Master and Productivity Engine for a New Generation

The TECNO CAMON 50 Series Launches as the Pocket Imaging Master and Productivity Engine for a New Generation

TECNO has officially unveiled the TECNO CAMON 50 Series, introducing CAMON 50, CAMON 50 Pro, and CAMON 50… The post The TECNO CAMON 50 Series Launches as the Pocket

‘Uber is not ready for dialogue, strike saw 100% compliance,’ striking Lagos drivers say

‘Uber is not ready for dialogue, strike saw 100% compliance,’ striking Lagos drivers say

Contrary to claims by the ride-hailing company, Uber, that it was ready to dialogue with drivers striking in… The post ‘Uber is not ready for dialogue, strike saw

Nomba’s new API lets fintechs pay out to 5 countries without the FX headache

Nomba’s new API lets fintechs pay out to 5 countries without the FX headache

For anyone who has tried to run a cross-border payments business from Nigeria, the frustration is familiar. You… The post Nomba’s new API lets fintechs pay out

Explainer: Why Meta is discontinuing end-to-end encryption on Instagram

Explainer: Why Meta is discontinuing end-to-end encryption on Instagram

In an unexpected update, Meta Inc. announced plans to discontinue its end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for direct chats on… The post Explainer: Why Meta is discontinuing

Showmax to shut down permanently on April 1 as content migrates to DStv Stream

Showmax to shut down permanently on April 1 as content migrates to DStv Stream

Showmax has announced specific shutdown dates for its streaming service. Subscribers have been informed that March 31, 2026,… The post Showmax to shut down permanently

Bolt introduces discounted health insurance for drivers and their dependents

Bolt introduces discounted health insurance for drivers and their dependents

Leading ride-hailing company, Bolt, has introduced a discounted health insurance scheme for drivers operating on its platform. In… The post Bolt introduces discounted

Funding in Africa: Kenya, Nigeria slump as Benin and Ivory Coast break into Big 4

Funding in Africa: Kenya, Nigeria slump as Benin and Ivory Coast break into Big 4

The African Big 4 tech startup ecosystems list experienced a rejigging in February 2026, with the two largest… The post Funding in Africa: Kenya, Nigeria slump

1 phone, 1 bank app: Inside CBN’s device binding rule and what it means for Nigerian users

1 phone, 1 bank app: Inside CBN’s device binding rule and what it means for Nigerian users

On July 1, 2026, every Nigerian who uses a fintech app will be locked to one device. The… The post 1 phone, 1 bank app: Inside CBN’s device binding rule and what

From learning to building: How the PalmPay Purple Woman Program helped Yetunde Folarin break into the fintech sector

From learning to building: How the PalmPay Purple Woman Program helped Yetunde Folarin break into the fintech sector

From Aspiring Developer to Fintech Engineer: Yetunde Folarin’s Journey Through PalmPay’s Purple Woman Program, The post From learning to building: How the PalmPay

“HR today is about driving performance and retaining the talent that moves the needle”- HumanManager’s Udo Ngele

“HR today is about driving performance and retaining the talent that moves the needle”- HumanManager’s Udo Ngele

For decades, the human resources department (HR) in most African companies followed a familiar, stagnant pattern: a dusty… The post “HR today is about driving performance