WhatsApp Restores Iconic Blue Read Receipts Across All Chat Themes on iOS and Android

Anyone who uses WhatsApp knows the power of its tiny checkmarks. One tick means a message has been sent. Two ticks show it has been delivered. But two ticks in blue? That signifies a message has been read, and for many, that’s when the overthinking begins.

Bending Spoons Acquires Vimeo in $1.38 Billion Deal as Video Platform Goes Private

Vimeo, the veteran video hosting and streaming service, is set to go private after reaching a definitive agreement to be acquired by European tech group Bending Spoons for $1.38 billion (£1.1bn).

Basketball Africa League, Afreximbank Strengthen Partnership to Empower Young Sports Professionals

The Basketball Africa League (BAL) and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), a leading pan-African multilateral financial institution dedicated to financing and promoting intra- and extra-African trade, have announced an expansion of their multi-year collaboration. The enhanced partnership will deliver new initiatives designed to empower emerging basketball professionals across Africa, strengthen financial literacy, and support the continent’s growing creative industries.

SAP Appoints Nazia Pillay as Managing Director for Southern Africa

SAP has announced the appointment of Nazia Pillay as its new Managing Director for Southern Africa, as businesses across the region accelerate their adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud technologies.

Apple Launch Event 2025: Every New iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods and iOS Update Announced

Apple has officially unveiled its latest devices at the highly anticipated iPhone 17 launch event, held this September under the theme “awe dropping.” As expected, the tech giant revealed a new iPhone line-up, including the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and the all-new iPhone Air. 

CBN Launches Nigeria Payments System Vision 2028

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has unveiled its latest strategic framework for the country’s financial ecosystem with the official launch of the Nigeria Payments System Vision 2028 (PSV 2028). The initiative aims to build a more inclusive, innovative, secure, and globally competitive payments landscape.

Kaspersky Alerts Facebook Users to New StealC v2 Malware Campaign Targeting Africa

Cybersecurity experts at Kaspersky have uncovered a new wave of cyberattacks targeting Facebook users across Africa, warning that the malicious campaign is designed to steal login credentials, personal data and even cryptocurrency wallet information.

Leadway Holdings Acquires PAL Pensions in Landmark Deal to Boost Nigeria’s Pension Industry

Leadway Holdings Limited (Leadway), one of Nigeria’s leading diversified financial services groups, has announced the acquisition of a 100% equity stake in Pensions Alliance Limited (PAL), a top Pension Fund Administrator (PFA).

Anthony Eigbe Named Chief Creative Officer for Tecno West Africa

...Driving Brand Vision Across Nigeria and Ghana 

Creative advertising professional Anthony Eigbe has been appointed as Chief Creative Officer, West Africa at Tecno, a leading smartphone brand in Africa.

ExxonMobil Showcases Cutting-Edge Drone, Sonar Technology to Boost Offshore Oil and Gas Operations in Angola

ExxonMobil is deploying advanced drone and sonar technology to transform inspection practices across its offshore oil and gas operations in Angola. The US energy giant invests around $1 billion annually in pioneering technologies, with drone-based inspections and 3D sonar imaging now enhancing safety, reducing downtime, and improving data quality across its Angolan projects.

Nigeria Secures Hosting Rights for Africa’s Largest Trade Fair, IATF 2027, in Lagos

Nigeria has officially won the bid to host the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2027, with Lagos named as the host city during the opening ceremony of IATF 2025 in Algiers, Algeria.

MultiChoice Ghana Slashes DStv Subscription Prices After Government and Public Pressure

MultiChoice Ghana has reduced DStv subscription prices following weeks of mounting pressure from both the Ghanaian government and consumers. The decision marks a rare regulatory victory in Africa’s pay-TV market, where operators often hold firm on pricing despite currency shifts and public outcry.

Visa Launches Visa Pay in Democratic Republic of Congo to Boost Digital Payments, Financial Inclusion

Visa, the global leader in digital payments, has announced the launch of Visa Pay, a new mobile-first solution designed to expand access to secure digital payments and account-to-account money transfers across the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).