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Three young Nigerians launch ChatPay waitlist to simplify banking transactions directly on WhatsApp

Three Nigerian entrepreneurs have unveiled the public waitlist for ChatPay, a conversational banking...

SPIN inducts 79 sustainability professionals to strengthen corporate governance in Nigeria

The Sustainability Professionals Institute of Nigeria (SPIN) has officially inducted 79 new members...

LASG announces landmark ARV procurement initiative, clarifies HIV data

‌The Lagos State Government (LASG) has dismissed reports suggesting that the state recorded...

Ultra-processed foods designed to drive addictive eating behaviours, new study warns

A newly published study has suggested that many ultra-processed foods are intentionally formulated...
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Google brings Wallet and contactless payment services to Nigeria

Google has launched Google Wallet, alongside its Google Pay service, in Nigeria, expanding digital payment options for eligible Android and Wear OS users. The services...

Nigeria moves to integrate new postcode system into digital life

Nigeria has begun moves to integrate its new National Digital Alphanumeric Postcode System into everyday digital services, with the Federal Government urging businesses, developers...

Google brings Wallet and contactless payment services to Nigeria

Google has launched Google Wallet, alongside its Google Pay service, in Nigeria, expanding digital payment options for eligible Android and Wear OS users. The services will allow consumers to make contactless payments, store supported payment cards and keep selected digital essentials on their mobile devices. The introduction also provides businesses with another payment option for serving customers who prefer cashless transactions using compatible smartphones and wearable devices. Through Google Pay, users can pay at supported contactless terminals by tapping compatible Android phones or Wear OS devices. The service also supports payments within...

Google brings Wallet and contactless payment services to Nigeria

Google has launched Google Wallet, alongside its Google Pay service, in Nigeria, expanding digital payment options for eligible Android and Wear OS users. The services...

Nigeria moves to integrate new postcode system into digital life

Nigeria has begun moves to integrate its new National Digital Alphanumeric Postcode System into everyday digital services, with the Federal Government urging businesses, developers...

Côte d’Ivoire expands electronic signatures across public sector

Côte d’Ivoire is strengthening the digitalisation of its public administration with the wider deployment of electronic signatures, a move aimed at cutting paperwork and...

ECOWAS advances biometric ID rollout across West Africa

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is advancing the rollout of a regional biometric identity card designed to simplify cross-border travel, strengthen...

Gabon launches new electronic document platform for public admin

Gabon has introduced a new Electronic Document Management (GED) platform as part of a wider effort to modernise public administration, reduce dependence on paper...

Chad, Nigeria advance digital ties through AI, fibre-optic talks

Chad and Nigeria are strengthening bilateral cooperation in telecommunications, digital transformation and artificial intelligence following high-level discussions held in N’Djamena on September 16, 2026. The...

Meta launches paid AI service with tools for creators and firms

Meta Platforms has introduced Meta One, a new subscription service that combines expanded artificial intelligence (AI) access with professional tools for creators and businesses...

Spiro and Yadea partner to scale electric mobility across Africa

Spiro, Africa’s leading electric mobility company, has entered into a strategic partnership with Yadea, the world’s leading manufacturer of electric two-wheelers, to expand accessible...

Salam, Dell Technologies strengthen Saudi digital infrastructure

Etihad Salam Telecom Company (Salam), a leading telecommunications and information technology provider in Saudi Arabia, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with...