Peru declares state of emergency in Lima over escalating crime crisis
The Peruvian government has implemented a state of emergency in Lima as a response to the escalating crime crisis. This measure is aimed at curbing the surge in violence and…
Ibok-Ete Ibas: Powers, limitations of Rivers’ administrator during emergency rule
Rivers State is currently under emergency rule, and retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas has been appointed as its administrator. The state, faced with escalating insecurity and governance challenges, will…
Rivers crisis: Manipulative subordinates may have tied president’s hands, says Peterside
Atedo Peterside, a prominent economist and founder of Stanbic IBTC Bank, has expressed concerns regarding President Bola Tinubu’s approach to the ongoing crisis in Rivers State. Peterside suggests that the…
MTN Nigeria loses top revenue spot for first time since 2019 after ₦400.4 billion loss
MTN Nigeria has lost its status as the MTN Group’s highest-earning subsidiary for the first time since 2019, following a post-tax loss of ₦400.4 billion ($260.2 million) in 2024. The…
👨🏿🚀TechCabal Daily – Starlink gets comfy in Mozambique
Starlink, a fast-expanding satellite internet service provider, is set to establish a ground station in Mozambique by the end of March 2025. This installation is expected to enhance internet connectivity…
SASSA Grant Increases for 2025: What You Need to Know
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced a notable increase in social grants for 2025, providing some financial relief to millions of beneficiaries amidst rising living costs. The…
Turaco’s bet on M-KOPA’s smartphones expands insurance reach to over 1 million customers
In a significant development for Kenya’s insurance sector, Turaco, a local insurtech company, has partnered with M-KOPA, a pay-as-you-go financing startup, to embed microinsurance into M-KOPA’s smartphone offerings. This collaboration…
Starlink becomes Kenya’s 7th largest ISP, eyes direct-to-mobile satellites
Starlink has rapidly ascended to become Kenya’s seventh-largest internet service provider (ISP) just six months after entering the top ten rankings in the country. With 19,146 users, the satellite broadband…
Payless Africa: On aggressive marketing, licences, and Gen Z
Payless Africa, a Nairobi-based fintech and neobank founded in 2024, is making bold moves to secure a foothold in Kenya’s competitive fintech market. Known for its aggressive marketing tactics, including…
Football fans hit hardest as MultiChoice raises prices, Showmax Premier League up by 43.5%
MultiChoice Group has announced a price increase across its DStv satellite and Showmax streaming services in South Africa for 2025, significantly impacting football enthusiasts. The Showmax Premier League package will…