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Zimbabwe’s Digital Regulation Plans: What New Rules Could Mean for Tech Companies and Investors
Tech In Africa - Jan 28, 2026
Zimbabwe will introduce a 15% Digital Services Tax on offshore payments for digital services starting January 1, 2026. The Cyber and Data Protection Act mandates businesses to register with POTRAZ and appoint a Data Protection Officer, incurring additional costs.


Nigeria’s $2 million animation bet
TechCabal - Aug 06, 2025
Ferdinand Adimefe was inspired to adapt The Passport of Mallam Ilia into a film after reading it years ago. Magic Carpet Studios conducted a poll in 2018 that showed positive interest from Nigerian audiences for an animation of the book.

I tested ChatGPT vs Perplexity with 10 prompts for different use cases
Techpoint Africa - May 09, 2025
ChatGPT and Perplexity were tested on ten diverse prompts, showcasing their strengths in different areas. ChatGPT is favored for creative tasks, providing engaging and clear responses.

A southeast Nigerian startup wants to become the “Netflix of documentaries”
TechCabal - Apr 29, 2025
OptimalVid is set to launch a documentary streaming platform with a subscription fee of $2 per month. Users can pause their subscription for up to 10 days in a 30-day billing cycle, a unique feature in the streaming market.
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