Cassava Technologies, the global technology company of African heritage, has announced a strategic investment from NVIDIA, marking a major milestone in its mission to accelerate digital transformation across Africa and beyond. Why it matters The investment positions Cassava among a small but growing number of African-founded tech companies attracting backing from major global tech players. […]

After spearheading some of Ghana’s most transformative fintech initiatives, the founding Director of the Bank of Ghana’s Fintech and Innovation Office, Kwame Oppong, has announced his departure from the regulator on his LinkedIn page. Why it matters Under his leadership, the Bank of Ghana cemented its reputation as a continental leader in financial innovation — […]

Each year, Moonshot by TechCabal feels less like a conference and more like a gathering of Africa’s most curious minds — founders, creatives, policymakers, and dreamers building the future of the continent’s digital landscape. Last year, over 3,000 innovators, founders, and investors gathered in Lagos to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and chart Africa’s digital future. […]

Ghanaian fintech startup Oze has been named to the 2025 Norrsken Impact 100, an annual list spotlighting the world’s most promising impact-driven startups. Oze is one of 11 African startups featured — and the only company from Ghana to make the list. Why it matters The Norrsken Impact 100, curated by the Norrsken Foundation with […]

Global Shop Group has acquired ANKA, the pan-African SaaS and commerce infrastructure company that’s helped thousands of African entrepreneurs reach international markets. The details: What they’re saying: “At ANKA, we’ve spent years building the infrastructure that makes global African trade possible. But to truly scale our creators’ businesses, we needed to go beyond technology,” said […]

Kenyan entrepreneur Elly Savatia has won the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation, earning £50,000 ($67,000) for his creation, Terp 360 — an AI-powered web app that translates speech and text into sign language using 3D avatars. How It Works Terp 360 functions like Google Translate for sign language — taking speech […]

Zepz — the parent company of WorldRemit and Sendwave — has launched the Sendwave Wallet, a stablecoin-backed peer-to-peer money platform designed to help users send, store, and spend money seamlessly across more than 100 countries. Why It Matters The wallet marks Zepz’s move beyond traditional remittances into digital financial empowerment. By leveraging stablecoin infrastructure from […]

The GSMA, in partnership with six of Africa’s largest mobile operators — Airtel, Axian Telecom, Ethio Telecom, MTN, Orange, and Vodacom — has proposed a baseline set of minimum requirements for affordable entry-level 4G smartphones. The move, part of the GSMA Handset Affordability Coalition, aims to drive digital inclusion by lowering the cost of smartphone […]

OpenAI has unveiled ChatGPT Atlas, its first-ever AI-powered web browser — a move in the company’s effort to redefine how people search for and interact with information online. The Details Why It Matters Browsers are becoming the new AI battleground. Key Features What They’re Saying “ChatGPT is at the core of Atlas,” said Ben Goodger, […]

Spiro, Africa’s leading electric two-wheeler and battery-swapping company, has raised $100 million in new funding — marking the largest-ever investment in Africa’s electric mobility sector. The round was led by The Fund for Export Development in Africa (FEDA), the impact investment arm of Afreximbank, which contributed $75 million. The new capital will help Spiro expand […]

Across Africa, women are shaping the continent’s digital future — from fintech founders to software engineers and product strategists. These leaders are redefining innovation, representation, and opportunity across borders. You can find a comprehensive list on Labari Insights. Here are ten African women making a lasting mark in the technology ecosystem: 1. Ethel Delali Cofie […]

Republished from The Labari Journal Ghana’s telecommunication market has undergone significant changes over the last decade. The space, which had several telecommunication companies vying for market share, has been reduced to just three major players: MTN, Telecel (formerly Vodafone), and AT Ghana (formerly AirtelTigo). Ghana’s overall mobile market, as of Jan 2023, has ~40 million voice subscriptions […]

Ghana’s Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) will introduce new RFID-enabled number plates starting April 1, 2026, in a nationwide move to digitise vehicle identification and strengthen road management systems. How it works The new plates will use Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, allowing authorities to digitally scan and track vehicles for electronic tolling, speed […]

If you’ve ever wanted to purchase music, apps, or subscriptions on your Apple devices but don’t have access to an international payment method, there’s a simple solution—Apple or iTunes gift cards. These cards give you the freedom to fund your Apple account, buy apps, music, movies, and even in-app purchases with ease. In Ghana, Apple […]

Waymo, Alphabet’s autonomous vehicle arm, is rolling out its first non-U.S. robotaxi deployment in London in 2026. It will begin with vehicles driven by safety drivers for data collection, then transition to fully driverless service pending regulatory approval. Why This Matters Moove, a mobility-financing and fleet operations firm based in Africa, will play a central […]

Here’s a look at five apps that help with savings/investing in Ghana, including what they do well, what to watch out for, and how they differ. Achieve App Achieve is a Ghanaian savings & investment platform by Petra Securities Limited (which is SEC-licensed) aimed at helping everyday Ghanaians save towards goals. Key features What to […]

Wakanow, Africa’s leading online travel group, has acquired Nairabox, Nigeria’s popular event and cinema ticketing platform, marking a major step in its evolution from a travel booking company to a player in the broader experience economy — where travel, entertainment, and digital payments intersect. Why it matters The acquisition signals Wakanow’s ambition to create a […]

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) of Ghana plans to introduce biometric international driving and vehicle documents by 2026 to improve global recognition and security compliance. This announcement was made by Julius Neequaye Kotey, CEO of DVLA, on his Facebook page. Driving the news Why it matters Ghanaian drivers have long faced difficulties abroad […]

LemFi has launched Send Now, Pay Later (SNPL), an artificial intelligence-powered remittance feature that lets immigrants in the United Kingdom send money home instantly and pay later — a first-of-its-kind product blending credit and remittance. Why it matters For millions of UK immigrants who send nearly £10 billion home each year, cash flow timing often […]

Kenya’s Parliament has passed the Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, 2025, establishing the country’s first comprehensive framework for licensing and supervising cryptocurrency businesses. Lawmakers, however, removed a controversial clause that would have given a Binance-linked lobby group — the Virtual Asset Chamber of Commerce (VACC) — a seat on the proposed national crypto regulator. Why […]

Delaware-incorporated, South African-founded startup Moodswing has announced a global partnership with Sony Music Entertainment (SME), granting access to tracks from Sony’s world-class artist catalog. The deal allows Moodswing to integrate Sony’s music into its AI-powered communication app that turns voice messages into emotionally expressive, music-enhanced moments. How it works Moodswing’s app analyzes users’ voices and […]

The Ghana Cybersecurity Authority (CSA) says it blocked more than 1,300 SIM cards tied to network-related crimes after a spike in online scams and abuse. Why it matters Online fraud has become Ghana’s most widespread cyber threat, reflecting a troubling rise in digital criminal activity. According to Isaac Socrates Mensah, Senior Manager at the CSA, […]

Yango Ghana, in collaboration with Bboxx and Kofa, has launched a partnership to scale up the use of electric vehicles (EVs) among couriers on the Yango Delivery service. Why it matters Ghana’s logistics sector is expanding rapidly, but it remains heavily dependent on petrol-powered motorbikes. This initiative aims to cut emissions, lower operating costs, and […]

Dubai-based fintech Optasia plans to raise 6.3 billion rand ($365 million) in South Africa as it prepares to expand its global footprint and pursue acquisitions amid growing demand for digital finance. What they’re saying: “The idea is to fuel our growth; we are also looking at geographical diversification outside of Africa, and in Asia and […]

Republished from The Labari Journal In 2022, a directive was given by the Ghana Ministry of Communications that all Ghanaians had to re-register their SIM cards biometrically. September 22nd, 2022, was the final deadline given for consumers to comply. Close to 39 million SIMs were registered at various telecom outlets. About 6 million SIMs were deactivated for failure to register. However, […]