SpaceX deepens ties with Airtel Africa in nine countries after May deal
Bendada.com - Jul 24, 2025
SpaceX has acquired licenses in nine out of 14 countries in Airtel Africa's footprint. The partnership aims to extend high-speed satellite internet to underserved and rural areas.
Is the rising cost of data stifling Nigeria’s digital dream?
Bendada.com - Jul 11, 2025
Obinna Ndukwe experienced a data loss during an online seminar, highlighting the challenges faced by small businesses. Nigerian telcos implemented a 50% increase in data tariffs starting January 2025, affecting many small business owners.
Starlink resumes sign-ups in Nairobi after a 7-month pause
TechCabal - Jun 23, 2025
Starlink has resumed sign-ups in Nairobi and other parts of Kenya after a seven-month freeze. The service is now available in key towns, and users have successfully activated their kits.
Japa Guide: How to keep your MTN, Airtel, GLO & 9mobile SIM active in diaspora
Bendada.com - Jun 14, 2025
Nigerians relocating abroad face risks of losing their phone numbers due to SIM recycling regulations. MTN offers a Keep My Number service that preserves numbers for up to three years.
The Backend: Why your refunds take forever and how Recital is fixing it
TechCabal - Jun 10, 2025
Recital aims to automate the reconciliation process for failed bank transfers, reducing time and errors. The platform's automated reconciliation engine can check against multiple sources, cutting down operational time by 93%.