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Techpoint Africa PodcastWhich fintechs are taking on Africa's $58 billion remittance market?Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our hosts discuss: The OPay glitch Kuda, NALA, and Africa's remittance market UNDP's new fintech hubs Subscribe to The Modern Workplace/, Equity Merchants/, Techpoint Digest/ and Intelpoint's newsletter/ Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 00:42 - OPay glitch 06:18 - Kuda, NALA, and Africa's remittance market 17:28 - UNDP's new fintech hubs Useful links ₦714 million glitch: fintech giant OPay gets court order to restrict customer accounts Kuda Is Expanding Global Push As Scramble For African Diaspora Heats Up Tanzanian fintech NALA secures $40 million Series A to grow B2B payment platform UNDP to raise $1 billion to plant startup hubs across Africa Th...2024-07-1131 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastHow Internet in Africa works Today's podcast sees us welcome a familiar face (Emmanuel Paul) as we discuss: New registration fees for Nigerian crypto exchanges Ethiopian bank loses $40 million to system glitch Nigeria's $593.6 million loss to Internet disruption Subscribe to The Modern Workplace/, Equity Merchants/, Techpoint Digest/ and Intelpoint's newsletter/ Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 01:40 - New registration fees for Nigerian crypto exchange 14:55 - Ethiopian bank loses $40 million to system glitch 22:27 - Nigeria's $593.6 million loss to Internet disruption Useful link Registration fees for crypto exchanges could go from ₦30m to ₦150m as SEC Nigeria proposes new crypto rules The Commercial Bank of Ethiopia loses $40 million to “systems glitch” Nigeri...2024-03-2141 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastWill Canal+ get its hands on MultiChoice Apply for the Innovest Ignite Lagos accelerator here Today's podcast discusses Mastercard gaining 3.8% shares in MTN MoMo MultiChoice rejecting Canal+ bid CBN's six months target for recertification of PoS terminals to fight fraud Subscribe to The Modern Workplace - https://techpoint.africa/series/the-experts/ and Equity Merchants - https://techpoint.africa/series/equity-merchants/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intelpoint's newsletter - https://intelpoint.co/ Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 02:02 - Mastercard's MTN investment 08:07 - Canal+'s bid on MultiChoice 17:45 - PoS recertification in Nigeria Useful links Mastercard invests $200 million to acquire a minority stake in MTN's fintech division Mul...2024-02-0835 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastCould PlayStation games be coming to mobile phones?Today's podcast discusses Moniepoint's growth in 2023 Nigerian PoS terminals get fraud-flagging feature Sony invests in Carry1st Subscribe to The Modern Workplace - https://techpoint.africa/series/the-experts/ and Equity Merchants - https://techpoint.africa/series/equity-merchants/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intelpoint's newsletter - https://intelpoint.co/ Timestamps 00:00 - Intro01:17 - Moniepoint's 2023 in review11:06 - PoS fraud in Nigeria22:54 - Sony invests in Carry1st Useful links Moniepoint processed over 5 billion transactions in 2023 Nigerian PoS terminals will get fraud-flagging feature by end of Q1 2024 PlayStation manufacturer, Sony, invests in Carry1st, a South Afr...2024-02-0135 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastAnambra's tech hub ambition and why 2023's funding dip isn't a big dealToday's podcast discusses: Funding decline in Africa Amazon Prime Video's layoffs in Africa Anambra State's partnership to adopt the Nigeria Startup Act Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/series/the-experts/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intelpoint's newsletter - https://intelpoint.co/ Timestamps00:00 - Intro00:31 - Funding decline in Africa06:56 - Amazon Prime Video's layoffs13:17 - Anambra State's tech hub ambitions Useful links Amazon Prime to lay off and end African content production amid Showmax dominance Anambra State to partner 26 big tech...2024-01-2524 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastFintechs are making the headlines this weekDownload the Nigerian Insurance Industry report by Intelpoint here: https://intelpoint.co/report/the-nigerian-insurance-industry/ Here's what we discussed today: Kippa's ₦30 milllion internal fraud loss Iyin Aboyeji's YCombinator for Africa Access Corp's lending app, Oxygen X Subscribe to The Modern Workplace - https://techpoint.africa/series/the-experts/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intelpoint's newsletter - https://intelpoint.co/ Timestamps00:00 - Intro00:57 - Kippa's loss to ₦30 million internal fraud07:59 - Iyin Aboyeji's YCombinator for Africa20:47 - Access Corp's Oxygen X Useful links Kippa reportedly loses ₦30 m...2024-01-1838 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastNew year, new nairaHappy New Year listeners! Welcome back to the Techpoint Africa Podcast. We missed recording for you guys and we begin the year discussing some truly interesting stories. What we discussed: Nigeria's stablecoin Kuda's PoS terminal for businesses Fez Delivery's Safe Lockers Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Techpoint's newsletter - https://intelligence.techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ 2024-01-1138 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastThis isn't goodbye This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/OFGzPnu-SC8 This week on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we discuss the African tech space's top stories from this week and 2023. Its a full house, and the whole gang is in the studio. Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intelpoint's newsletter -https://intelligence.techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Struggling with revenue? AltSchool Africa's High-Impact Selling course will have you and your team closing deals like a pro in 6 weeks. Taugh...2023-12-211h 10

Techpoint Africa PodcastThe OGs are back This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Tk2iC4ZZ9XM Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we take another trip down memory lane with two special guest as they share insights on this week's hot topics in the African tech space. This week, we are joined by the very first hosts of our pilot episode: Tage Kene-Okafor, Africa Reporter, TechCrunch and Titilola Oludimu, Special Projects Coordinator, AltSchool Africa. Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpo...2023-12-1453 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastHow it all began... This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/e7aYDlIapEg Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we take a trip down memory lane with two special guest who share unusual insights on the hot topics in Africa's tech space this week. We have TAP OGs, Muyiwa Matuluko and Omolara Oseni join us this week, and they begin today's episode by sharing how the podcast began. Fun fact: the pilot episode went live on September 06, 2019 and featured Tage Kene-Okafor (now of TechCrunch fame) and Titilola Oludimu (now at AltSchool Africa). Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.afric...2023-12-0757 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastCristiano Siuued, Lemfi leaves Ghana, Kenyan startups to run tax freeToday on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our hosts discuss some of this week's top stories in the African tech space.Here are the stories:Lemfi suspends Ghana operationsKenyan startups to get tax breakCristiano Ronaldo sued for $1billion Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/andFintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/andTechpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/andIntellligence by Techpoint's newsletter -https://intelligence.techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Timestamps00:00 - Intro06:27...2023-11-3052 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastOf shutdowns, layoffs, and coups This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Gv7q-K0WeA8 Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our hosts discuss the stories making the waves in the African tech space this week. The major stories are: Alerzo lays off 100 workers, reportedly due to warehouse automation GetEquity COO reportedly detained by police over unpaid funds Zazuu shuts down Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Techpoint's newsletter -https://intelligence.techpoint.a...2023-11-2340 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastFlutterwave executives leave and Gozem doubles down on super app This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/WI3IYCfGdgU Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we discuss top stories across the African tech space. The stories: 3 finance executives leave Flutterwave amid fraud investigation. Nigeria launches an electronic civil registration system Gozem acquiring Moneex Interswitch looses ₦30 billion in chargeback fraud Rwanda Parliament wants to end public WiFi fees Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Techpoint's newsletter -https://intelligence.techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Timestamps 00:00 - Intro...2023-11-0946 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastWe need to talk about Kenya... and Nigerian law enforcement This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Qv9e9VCzo10 This week on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we look at tech news from the African continent. The stories: EFFC arrests OAU students for fraud Kenyans to transact using fingerprint and iris by December 2023 Kenya opens first local smartphone factory Bolt ordered to pay a driver over $6k Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Techpoint's newsletter -https://intelligence.techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Timestamps 00:00 - Int...2023-11-0235 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastWhere's iROKOtv going? This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/yo0lW5SRx1o Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast we look at the hottest stories sweeping the African tech ecosystem this week. The stories: IROKOtv isn't shutting down MTN to pay FIRS $72.5m for tax evasion MTN responds to allegations by Itemate Solutions Patricia appoints DLM Capital Group to begin the first batch of customer repayments DLM Trust puts Patricia partnership on hold Fidelity bank blocks transfer to OPay, Moniepoint, and Palmpay Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.afr...2023-10-2648 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastThe truth about PatriciaThis episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/6YmiGW2uAOI This week on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we discuss the hot topics in the African tech space. The stories: Patricia offers customers new avenue to recoup losses CIBN certification for PoS, NIN, and BVN agents Andela launches AI-powered Talent Cloud Register to attend the Modern Workplace Africa Conference: https://modernworkplaceafrica.com/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Techpoint's newsletter -https://intelligence.techpoint.afri...2023-10-1943 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastThe death of an African startup is the beginning of investor wisdom? This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/hGi5yC0l4Mw Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we have a special guest join our reporters in the studio as they discuss some of the hottest topics in the African tech space this week. The stories: South Africa to amend sim registration law NDPC investigates alleged data privacy violations Dash's shutdown Register to attend the Modern Workplace Africa Conference: https://modernworkplaceafrica.com/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/sub...2023-10-1238 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastDangote enters tech investment? Hey guys! Apologies for the delay in upload. Due to technical issues, we couldn't upload audio last week and we just regained access. Thank you for your patience! This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/C8Hb2Gpzhcw Today's podcast sees our reporters discuss stories like Paystack's latest moves, South Africa's Takealot, and other happenings in the African tech ecosystem. The stories Alterra Capital partners Aliko Dangote Paystack's virtual terminal Nigeria's plan to skill up 3 million people by 2027 Takealot's dealings with South Africa's competition regulator Register to attend the Modern Workplace Africa Conference: https://modernworkplaceafrica.com/ Subscri...2023-10-1127 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastExits and shutdowns in Africa's startup space This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/RqU07fhRkoQ On this week's Techpoint Africa Podcast, our reporters discuss an acquisition, a shut down, and other happenings in Africa's tech space. The stories: Risevest acquires Chaka 54gene to shut down Nigeria to boost startup listings on NGX Sendy appoints administrator Register to attend the Modern Workplace Africa Conference: https://modernworkplaceafrica.com/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Techpoint's newsletter -https://intelligence.techpoint.africa/news...2023-09-2854 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastPayday for sale?Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we share insights and thoughts on this week's trending topics in the African tech space.The stories:Nigeria's President nominates new CBN GovernorPayDay looking to sellAbasi Ene-Obong launches second genomics startupRegister to attend the Modern Workplace Africa Conference: https://modernworkplaceafrica.com/Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/andFintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/andTechpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/andIntelpoint's newsletter -https://intelligence.techpoint.africa...2023-09-2144 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastTelcos dispute with NCC's requirement and Flutterwave needs to 'calm down' This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/zSIY3flt9T0 Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we have candid discussions on how the media is used as a tool for pushing agendas, telcos pushing back on new NCC's requirements, and more. The stories: Olumide Olusanya speaks out on KloudKommerce controversy Telecom operators reject NCC's requirement CBN supports Flutterwave's swap Flutterwave expands to India Attention HR Professionals & Business Leaders! Ever felt that "workplace wellness" is just a PR buzzword? Want to prove to your employees that you genuinely care for their well-being? Let's change the narrative! Join our...2023-09-1431 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastSatellite Internet, dollar crisis & Worldcoin This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/zCbjp253CY8 Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our reporters discuss the recent developments in the African connectivity, financial and crypto space. The stories: Vodacom to use Amazon's Project Kuiiper to power connectivity project in Africa's remote areas AltSchool expands its reach in a bid to provide jobs for 10,000,000 African youth Acting CBN Governor assures foreign investors that FX backlog will be paid in 1-2 weeks Worldcoin token owners are losing money Register to attend the Modern Workplace Africa Conference: https://modernworkplaceafrica.com/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoin...2023-09-0733 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastCrypto scams and bad Internet in Nigeria This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/TbSY8ySBKLM Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we discuss the top stories in the African tech space. The stories: X's plans to create a fintech product Airtel Uganda's IPO for expansion Nigeria's search for AI policy researchers Anambra State implements zero charges for Right of Way Register to attend the Modern Workplace Africa Conference: https://modernworkplaceafrica.com/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Techpoint...2023-08-3140 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastWhat is Patricia's token for?This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/QxCMTEs-Ic4 How to brace your startup for crisis as a tech founder w/ Teresa Aligbe | Techpoint Unscripted - https://youtu.be/oVsGEiWSUMs Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we discuss the top stories in the African fintech space. The stories: Patricia's PTK launch met with sharp backlash Moniepoint acquires Kopo Kopo Flutterwave's IPO plans for global expansion Register to attend the Modern Workplace Africa Conference: https://modernworkplaceafrica.com/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and T...2023-08-2433 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastDark loan apps and Bosun Tijani’s tricky path This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/nfxZvQWDSJ0 Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our reporters share their insights, opinions and knowledge on the top stories in the African tech space this week. The stories: MTN South African branch to pay $5.2 million before H2 2023 Mastercard acquires minor stake in MoMo Jumia records reduction in losses in Nigeria Jumia may unroll new services in Egypt Loan apps' agents reveal companies' unethical practices Bosun Tijani has been confirmed as minister of communications and digital economy Register to attend the Modern Workplace Africa Conference: https://modernworkplaceafrica.com/ Subscribe to The...2023-08-1744 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastTwitter and Gaming: How to make ₦‎5M in 2023 This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/QZkmDPa_vDc Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we share insights and thoughts on this week's trending topics in the African tech space. The stories: Bosun Tijani gets ministerial nomination for President Tinubu's cabinet Opay's CEO steps down SEC confirms that it's ban on Binance Kenya suspends Worldcoin Register to attend the Modern Workplace Africa Conference: https://modernworkplaceafrica.com/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Te...2023-08-1051 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastScan your eye and make $50This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/-_JGNVRFB88 Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we share insights and thoughts on this week's trending topics in the African tech space.The stories:Bosun Tijani gets ministerial nomination for President Tinubu's cabinetOpay's CEO steps downSEC confirms that it's banning BinanceUber records first profit in 14 yearsKenya suspends WorldcoinRegister to attend the Modern Workplace Africa Conference: https://modernworkplaceafrica.com/Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/an...2023-08-0343 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastThis week in finance: PoS vs regulator This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/4l18Nev1uts Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast our reporters look at events in the finance space this week as it affects the African tech space. The stories: FCCPC to impose ₦‎10,000,000 fine on PoS operators FCCPC delists Sycamore CBN increases benchmark interest rate Bundle Africa shuts down exchange operations Register to attend the Modern Workplace Africa Conference: https://modernworkplaceafrica.com/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoin...2023-07-2749 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastARCON vs. Mr. Macaroni This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/_0tMTCu9v_Y Today on Techpoint Africa Podcast, we discuss the stories trending in the African tech space this week. The stories: Safaricom and Starlink to go head-to-head in Kenya Uber and Bolt launch audio recording safety option ARCON goes after Mr. Macaroni Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Techpoint's newsletter -https://intelligence.techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 01:41 - Thre...2023-07-2047 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastHow much did your bank lose to fraud in Q1 2023? This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/9A_zyIIlQdc Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we discuss the innovations, legislations and reports that made the news this week in the African tech space. The stories: FCCPC to remove loan apps from Google Play Store Flutterwave launches Tuition Nigerians loose less to banking fraud in Q1 2023 Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Techpoint's newsletter -https://intelligence.techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Cla...2023-07-1345 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastVirtual card troubles, Thread carefully This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/HtNJXbIJANk Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we discuss several hot topics sweeping the African tech space this week. The stories: Payday suspends partnership with Mastercard South Africa's Information Regulator fines the Department of Justice R5 million PoS users in Lagos to pay more in transaction charges OPay caps free transfers to other banks to three daily Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intelpoint's newsletter - https://i...2023-07-0643 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastTwitter vs Meta This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Lpr-9Przc0s Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast we look at policies, initiatives, reports, rumours and banter that made the news in the African tech space this week. The stories: CBN directs banks to obtain customers' social media handles Uganda to provide Internet access to over 1.5 million refugees Eyowo's reported shutdown PalmPay reportedly hits 25m users, unveils savings plan with 20% annual interest Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subjec...2023-06-3046 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastAirtel is the 5G new cat in Nigeria This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/-cM6qNzvHf0 Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we discuss tech news this week from around the African continent. The stories: Tension between Ride-hailing companies in Nigeria and their drivers Nigerian banks and other institutions fined over ₦200 million for data privacy violations Somalia launches QR code standard Airtel to launch 5G network Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Techpoint's newsletter -https://intelligence.techpoint.africa/newsle...2023-06-2256 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastSigned, sealed, delivered? This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/1xxwpDqpOB4 Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we bring you insights into the moves made by Nigeria's new administration this week, and how it affects the tech ecosystem The stories: CBN governor, Godwin Emefiele suspended SEC bans Binance Nigerian Student Loan Act CBN floats Naira Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Techpoint's newsletter -https://intelligence.techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 00:06 - Hello Muyiwa 02:31 - Eme...2023-06-1551 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastApple's Vision Pro, Senegal shuts down Internet, Tingo Group accused of fraud This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/R1PFRd1yU5Q Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we bring you the hottest stories from across the continent. The stories: Apple's Vision Pro Senegal restricts access to Internet Scam allegations against Tingo Group Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Techpoint's newsletter -https://intelligence.techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Apple's Vision Pro 06:00 - Senegal shuts down Internet 15:27 - TIngo's fraud allegations 26:58 - Chipp...2023-06-0846 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastNigeria's fuel scarcity, Patricia hacked, MultiChoice's fintech move This episode is also available on YouTube - Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our reporters discuss the news rocking the African tech space this week. The stories: Fuel scarcity in Nigeria Moove impounds its customers' cars MultiChoice Group enters fintech space Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Techpoint's newsletter -https://intelligence.techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Timestamps 00:00 - Intro Useful links Patricia to temporarily suspend withdrawals after security breach MultiChoice enters the fintech market via Moment This e...2023-06-0130 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastNigeria's fuel scarcity, Patricia hacked, MultiChoice's fintech move This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/caCcCaMZjl8 Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our reporters discuss the news rocking the African tech space this week. The stories: Fuel scarcity in Nigeria Moove impounds its customers' cars MultiChoice Group enters fintech space Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Techpoint's newsletter -https://intelligence.techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 00:06 - Nigeria's fuel subsidy removal12:29 - Patricia's hack18:04 - MultiChoice launches Moment...2023-06-0130 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastNigerian Government and Chinese loans, CBN pushes eNaira adoption, Wangiri scam is back This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/glk3P3nCIPM Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our reporters bring to you insights into the stories breaking in the African tech space this week. The stories: Nigerian government ordered to account for $460 million chinese loan $360 million loan from China for fibre optics cable in 2020 CBN pushes eNaira adoption Wangiri scam reportedly back in Kenya Register for Lagos Startup Expo here - https://techpoint.africa/events/lagos-startup-expo/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest...2023-05-2552 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastMiva's open university licence, Vodafone to cut 11,000 jobs, MTN GlobalConnect rebrandsThis episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/o3OK7Fl7a7Y Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our reporters discuss and share insights on the stories sweeping across the African tech space this week. The stories: MTN GlobalConnect rebrands as Bayobab Mive gets Open University licence Vodafone to cut 11,000 jobs Register for Lagos Startup Expo here - https://techpoint.africa/events/lagos-startup-expo/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Dig...2023-05-1829 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastKenya's Finance Bill 2023, Treepz pivots, Nigeria's parliament investigates telcos This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/u6sjjxxBJzw Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we discuss pivots, finance laws, investigations and some other bits of interesting news from across the African tech space. The stories: Kenya's Finance Bill 2023 Treepz pivots Nigeria's House of Reps investigating telcos Register for Lagos Startup Expo here - https://techpoint.africa/events/lagos-startup-expo/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Techpoint's newsletter - https://intelligence.techpoint.africa/n...2023-05-1148 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastFake phones in Kenya, Nomba raises $30m, Virtual cards palaver, Lagos States' electric buses This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/zQRPMHIL2PI Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we discuss hot topics making the rounds in the African tech space this week. The stories: Kenya wants to find fake phones with special software Nomba raises $30m in pre-seed Nigerians experiencing virtual cards failure Lagos State Governor announces electric buses Register for Lagos Startup Expo here - https://techpoint.africa/events/lagos-startup-expo/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Int...2023-05-0439 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastZimbabwe's new digital currency, Mr. Eazi didn't sell Vydia, Rwanda's digital ID scheme This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/xns0WxOUQQI Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our reporters share insights on some of the big news in the Africa tech space and debunk some trending rumours making rounds on the world wide web. The stories: Zimbabwe to launch gold-backed digital currency The truth about Mr Eazi and Vydia's sale Rwanda to issue digital ID cards to citizens Register for Lagos Startup Expo here - https://techpoint.africa/events/lagos-startup-expo/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/finte...2023-04-2729 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastMeta and African courts, Meta lays off 4000 staff, Netflix's Africa report This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/oq3uKdEV76c Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we discuss Meta's seemingly unending African law suits, the company's layoff moves and other news sweeping across the continent's tech space. The stories: Lazerpay shuts down Kenyan court rules against Meta Meta sued in South Africa for abusing market dominance Meta starts laying off 4000 staff Netflix releases report on its journey in Africa Register for Lagos Startup Expo here - https://techpoint.africa/events/lagos-startup-expo/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techp...2023-04-2027 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastFlutterwave hacked again, Kenya launches Taifa-1, Swvl in trouble This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/_rkBhJG7AGk Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our reporters sit down to discuss the news making the headlines this week in the African tech space. The stories: Flutterwave's multiple breach saga Kenya launches its very first satellite Swvl's many troubles Register for Lagos Startup Expo here - https://techpoint.africa/events/lagos-startup-expo/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and Intellligence by Techpoint's newsletter - https://intelligence.techpoi...2023-04-1335 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastSouth Africa's free WiFi taxis, Kenya's electric bus lanes, Ghana's ride-hailing tax, Shuttlers $4 million raise, Paxful shuts down This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/2XNW2BuVFAA Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we bring you stories from the African tech space and insights on them. We also look at some global stories that might affect the African ecosystem. The stories: South Africa's free WiFi taxis Kenya receives $377.8 million to build an electric bus lane Ghanian government's new tax law for raid-hailing companies Shuttlers raise $4 million Paxful shuts down Register for Lagos Startup Expo here - https://techpoint.africa/events/lagos-startup-expo/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - htt...2023-04-0638 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastNigeria's open banking brouhaha, Union54's CEO speaks out, Twitter source code leaked This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/4ImRAkJ1EDQ Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our reporters discuss the happenings in the digital credit space in East Africa, and some other interesting stories in the tech space. The stories: CBN's interesting stance on open banking Union54's CEO speaks out Twitter's source code leaked on GitHub Register for Lagos Startup Expo here - https://techpoint.africa/events/lagos-startup-expo/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ and In...2023-03-3038 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastOnePipe's raise & layoff, Google's Bard, MTN Nigeria merger proposal, Amazon's downsizing, Meta's Kenyan lawsuit This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/EDTcTRMJ9QU Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our reporters discuss the multiple stories that broke this week in the African tech space. The stories Google rolls out Bard OnePipe raises $4.8m, lays off 20% of its staff MTN Nigeria to merge its finance subsidiaries Amazon plans to reduce its workforce by 9,000 Meta sued in Kenya, again Register for Lagos Startup Expo here - https://techpoint.africa/events/lagos-startup-expo/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Diges...2023-03-2333 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastSVB and Signature Bank shut down, Naspers closes Foundry, Another Meta layoff, OpenAI's GPT-4 This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/ELoHjZCj-bs Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast we look at some global events in the tech space that may affect the African tech ecosystem. The stories: Silicon Valley Bank & Signature Bank shut down Naspers shuts down Foundry Meta and Y Combinator layoffs Nigeria launches $672 million fund for tech entrepreneurs OpenAI launches GPT-4 Register for Lagos Startup Expo here - https://techpoint.africa/events/lagos-startup-expo/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa...2023-03-1636 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastMore details on Flutterwave hack, Kenya eyes food delivery platforms, CBN's open banking guidelines This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/m-_1van4TrY Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we celebrate the International Women's Day as we bring you insights into some of the happenings in the African tech space this week. The stories: Hackers stole $6.3m from Flutterwave's accounts Kenyan regulator investigates online food delivery platforms Nigeria’s Central Bank issues open banking operational guidelines Register for Lagos Startup Expo here - https://techpoint.africa/events/lagos-startup-expo/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest...2023-03-0936 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastCBN's eNaira services, Meta's AI moves, Take responsibility Jumia! Flutterwave's funds unfrozen This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/O0ZEKwQHnlU Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we look at some of the happenings in the tech space — global and local. The stories: The CBN introduces enhanced eNaira services Meta's AI moves Jumia will now be held liable for defective products in Southern and East Africa Kenyan court releases frozen Flutterwave funds Watch Yinka's interview here: https://youtu.be/R0BtbCOZ4yU Read all about the eNaira here: https://techpoint.africa/topics/cbdb-enaira/ Register for Lagos Startup Expo here - https://techpoint.africa/events/lagos...2023-03-0225 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastDash suspends CEO, Vodafone Ghana sold, Angola's $89M cloud project, Chipper Cash and Bolt layoffs This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/3fRaDQXM-JY Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our reporters discuss several stories that broke this week across the different industries in the African tech landscape. The stories: Dash suspends Founder and CEO UK’s Vodafone completes sale of Vodafone Ghana to Telecel Group Angola’s $89 million national cloud project Chipper Cash and Bolt lay off staff Register for Lagos Startup Expo here - https://techpoint.africa/events/lagos-startup-expo/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - h...2023-02-2332 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastE-payment vs cash, funding rain, Telkom’s restructuring, Ethio Telecom stakes This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Igc3s7m9mWY Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our reporters breakdown the unusual increase in PoS transactions in Nigeria and the increase in funding news. They also discuss other happenings across the continent. The stories: Unusual increase in PoS transactions in January Telkom’s restructuring to affect 15% of its staff Ethiopia offers 45% stake in Ethio Telecom Increase in funding news Register for Lagos Startup Expo here - https://techpoint.africa/events/lagos-startup-expo/ Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoi...2023-02-1628 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastNigeria 100% broadband penetration, cashless economy, Google vs Microsoft (A.I. wars) This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/AI1Z_W0bEWc This week on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, Emmanuel, Chimgozirim, and Bolu discuss some of the trending stories home and abroad. The stories: Broadband penetration in Nigeria; the truth and the lies Nigeria's cashless economy woes The A.I. war between Google, Microsoft, and — surprisingly — Baidu Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ Download Intelligence by Techpoint's World Cup Report here: https://intelligence.techpoint.africa/our-report...2023-02-0929 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastTech Nation Visa is shutting down This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/oXL5muMMBv4 Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, Emmanuel discusses the recent happenings shaping the African tech space with our reporters. The stories: Kenyan senate proposes to amend the Employment Act in Kenya The Nigerian Central Bank's AfriGo card scheme Tech Nation is shutting down Google bans unlicensed loan apps in Kenya Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/ and Fintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fintech/ and Techpoint Digest - https://techpoint.africa/subject/techpoint-digest/ Download Intelligence by Techpoint's World Cup Report here: https://intelli...2023-02-0224 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastNigeria made ₦‎125 billion from transfer fees, Kuda in Pakistan, debt funding in AfricaThis episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/gST1sSvUHJAToday on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, Oluwanifemi steps in for Emmanuel as our reporters discuss some of the interesting news that broke this week in the African tech space.The stories: Nigeria made ₦‎125 billion from transfer levies in 2022 Kuda to operate in Pakistan New rules for crypto ads in South Africa Kenya leads debt funding to African startups with $608 million Subscribe to The Workaholic - https://techpoint.africa/subject/work/andFintech Today - https://techpoint.africa/subject/fint...2023-01-2622 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastYou can now take a Bolt ride on credit (with CredPal)This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/L1zC068Eza0Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our reporters discuss several stories from this week, but dwell on the recent modifications ride-hailing company, Bolt has made to its services in partnership with CredPal.We also have some good news towards the end for football lovers and enthusiasts. So be sure to listen to the end.To advertise or promote your brand, visit this link or send an email to business@techpoint.africaTimestamps00:00 - Intro00:50...2023-01-1217 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastNigerian influencers must now get government approval for adsThis episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/jpqgZdZrCNQToday on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we look at some of the news headlines this week even as we celebrate the last roundup episode for 2022.The stories: ARCON’s directive to skit makers Klasha's 5-day menstrual cycle leave policy Layoffs and salary delays at the IT company behind Eyowo — Softcom FTX Founder, Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), charged with defrauding investors To advertise or promote your brand, visit this link - https:/techpoint.africa/advertise or send an email to business@techpoint.africa 2022-12-1525 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastListen to this before hosting your website in AfricaThis episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/XRdoOY8kYgYToday on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, Toba Obaniyi, Whogohost CEO, sits down with our Senior Reporter, Chimgozirim Nwokoma to discuss one of Africa's foremost web hosting companies.Obaniyi shares what they hope to achieve and the obstacles they face as they navigate the field of web hosting in the African tech space and the world at large.To advertise or promote your brand, visit this link or send an email to business@techpoint.africaExplore the fintech in...2022-11-2240 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastThe Central Bank of Nigeria is redesigning naira notesToday on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we discuss some of the hot topics in the African tech space.The stories: 54gene CEO steps down 2 months after the company laid off 30% of its workforce Customer gets ruling against MTN for misleading advert Kloud Commerce unfolding saga Nigerian Central Bank to redesign naira notes CBN plans to launch a national ATM card To advertise or promote your brand, visit this link or send an email to business@techpoint.africaExplore the fintech in everything at The Fintech Summit 2022Timestamps00:00 - Intro01:43...2022-10-2752 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastNigeria does not have a brain drain problemToday on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, our Senior Editor, Oluwanifemi Kolawole speaks with Olawale Osoba, Economist and Management Consultant, to discuss the recent trend of emigration by Nigerian talents. The discussion addresses the question "is there a brain drain problem in Nigeria" and is the first in a series. To advertise or promote your brand, visit this link - https:/techpoint.africa/advertise or send an email to business@techpoint.africa Explore the fintech in everything at The Fintech Summit 2022 - https://techpoint.africa/2022/08/18/explore-the-fintech-in-everything-at-the-fintech-summit-2022 Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 2022-10-2640 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastEven CEOs are getting fired?!Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we discuss the hot topics and happenings in Africa's tech space.Today's stories: Capiter laid off 100 employees, the company's CEO and COO Fundraising trends in Africa Brazilian unicorn, EBANX's expansion to Africa The Kenyan Assets Recovery Agency dropped money laundering charges against three Nigerian companies To advertise or promote your brand, visit this link or send an email to business@techpoint.africaFollow this link to download the Whistle app on the Google Play Store Explore the fintech in everything at The Fintech Summit 2022 ...2022-09-1535 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastHow Africa is contributing to the creator economy boomThis episode is also available on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v26kNDs5CKw&list The creator economy recorded a 550% growth between 2016 and 2020. Today on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we discussed what this could mean for Africa and African creatives. Joining our host, Oluwanifemi, in the studio, was Femi Taiwo CEO, TERAWORK and Douglas Kendyson, CEO Selar. Both guests shared insights as to what Africa stands to gain from the creator economy, the challenges African creators face, and possible solutions to these challenges. To advertise or promote your brand, visit t...2022-08-2240 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastGhosting annoying WhatsApp groupsYou can also watch this episode on YouTube. Several things have happened in the tech space this week and on the Techpoint Africa Podcast, we discussed some of them. First on the list is the launch of the Kenyan President's master plan that saw the introduction of coding into the curriculum of primary and secondary schools, with more projects to come. Then we talked about the installation of Equiano cables in South Africa by the West Indian Ocean Cable Company (WIOCC) in partnership with Google, and what it means for the country and Africa. 2022-08-1134 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastBig tech troubles in AfricaTwo weeks ago, we discussed the US Commodities Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) filing civil lawsuits against Mirror Trading International Proprietary Limited, a South African company and its CEO for a $1.7 billion Bitcoin fraud scheme. Well, it appears all the victims might not be getting their money. But that's not all we discussed on today's podcast. Big tech appears to be getting the heat on the African continent, with Amazon and Kenya once again in the news Timestamps 04:10 - Quick rundown of the Termii Elevate Conference 11:57 - Why Amazon's Development Centre in...2022-07-2633 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastTaxing calls to give you healthcareIf you’re a regular listener of the Techpoint Africa Podcast then you probably know that we discussed Autochek’s acquisition of the Moroccan cars marketplace KIFAL Autos, last week. We also brought up a report that shows that most car marketplaces in Nigeria made up to 150% profit from car sales. Autochek reached out to Chimgozirim to clear things up and we decided to kick off today’s episode of the Techpoint Africa Podcast with that. 0:00 - Intro 1:06 - Follow up on Autochek's Buy Now Pay Later plan for cars 9:38 - RE: SE...2022-05-2431 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastWould you pay to use Twitter? The prolonged deadline for the linkage came to an end on Monday, April 4, 2022, and caused disconnected subscribers to troop to the nearest National Identification Management Commission’s (NIMC) office to have their lines unbarred. However, many have been unable to link their SIMs as NIMC seems to be unable to verify NINs. According to Premium Times, over 7.5 million MTN subscribers are yet to get their NINs verified by the NIMC. This is where we began our discussion on today's edition of the Techpoint Africa Podcast. 1:03 - MTN yet to reactivate 7.5 million pho...2022-05-1033 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastY Combinator's impact in AfricaY Combinator’s impact on African startups was the main topic of today's podcast. If you were not aware, Y Combinator is the Ivy League of accelerators and has backed some of the most successful companies globally, including Stripe and Airbnb. Some of the most valuable startups in Africa, including Wave, Paystack, and Flutterwave, are Y Combinator alumni. On this episode: 0:55 - MTN and $39m 5G expansion into rural South Africa. 6:04 - Ripple effects of Y Combinator in Africa since 2015. Download the report here. 14:57 - Norebase's $1m raise and Incorporation as a S...2022-05-0524 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastWhy funding news slowed down in AprilAfrican startup funding news appeared to have slowed down in April. In the episode of the Techpoint Africa podcast, our editorial team explores the trend, and other interesting global tech news this week. 0:29 - Mental health & prayer apps and your privacy Read Mozilla Foundation's report for context 7:48 - Why Central African Republic has adopted Bitcoin as official currency 19:51 - Why Nigeria's Eden life acquired Kenya's Lynk 27:06 - Why funding news slowed down in April Register for the Techpoint Africa Blockchain Summit by visiting blockchain.techpoint.africa. See list of c...2022-05-0337 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastWhy attend Techpoint Africa Blockchain Summit?Techpoint Africa Blockchain Summit — Engineering Tomorrow’s Internet. Register at blockchain.techpoint.africa. Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2022-04-1913 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastHaaS — Hope as a ServiceRead all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode: Why solving Nigeria’s housing problem is beyond proptech startups for now - https://techpoint.africa/2020/11/02/nigeria-housing-problem-proptech-startups/ On a real estate pre-seed, Jumia’s falling stocks, and regulatory competition - https://techpoint.africa/2022/03/16/techpoint-digest-281/ $105 million to Moove across emerging markets - https://techpoint.africa/2022/03/15/techpoint-digest-280/ Subscribe to our weekly digest at https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-digest/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen to Built in Africa Listen every Tuesday and Thursdya at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts...2022-03-1749 min

Built in AfricaBonus: The Consumer, the Bank and Fintech | Techpoint Inspired 2018 Please subscribe, share and drop a review of this podcast, by searching for ‘Built in Africa’ on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts. You can also email us feedback at hello@builtin.africa For more stories on startups and innovation in Africa, please visit techpoint.africa 2021-04-0553 min

Built in AfricaBonus: Secure digital currencies for the future of Africa, a discussion. Build the money of the future at https://currency.techpoint.africa/ Image by WorldSpectrum from Pixabay Please subscribe, share and drop a review of this podcast, by searching for ‘Built in Africa’ on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts. You can also email us feedback at hello@builtin.africa For more stories on startups and innovation in Africa, please visit techpoint.africa 2021-03-2234 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastNigeria's PlentyWaka expanding bus-hailing service to Canada?Read all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-73/ Build the money of the future: https://currency.techpoint.africa Techpoint Writer Bootcamp criteria: https://techpoint.africa/2021/03/02/techpoint-writer-bootcamp-2021/ Register for Techpoint Startup School: https://eventprime.co/e/techpoint-startup-school-portharcourt-edition Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Subscribe to our weekly digest at https://techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen to Built in Africa Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on...2021-03-1937 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastNBC to regulate Paytv tariffs, Crowdyvest CEO steps down and moreRead all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-72/ Self-registration for COVID Vaccine (Nigeria): https://nphcdaict.com.ng/publicreg/ Build the money of the future: https://currency.techpoint.africa Techpoint Writer Bootcamp criteria: https://techpoint.africa/2021/03/02/techpoint-writer-bootcamp-2021/ Register for Techpoint Startup School: https://eventprime.co/e/techpoint-startup-school-portharcourt-edition Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Subscribe to our weekly digest at https://techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen to Built in Africa...2021-03-0535 min

Techpoint Africa Podcast Nigeria has the least affordable Internet in the worldRead all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-71/ Build the money of the future: https://currency.techpoint.africa Register for Techpoint Startup School: https://eventprime.co/e/techpoint-startup-school-portharcourt-edition Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Subscribe to our weekly digest at https://techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen to Built in Africa Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anyw...2021-02-2643 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastAfrican women are winning, Nigeria's journalism woes, Quickteller and EcommerceRead all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-70/ Build the money of the future: https://currency.techpoint.africa Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Subscribe to our weekly digest at https://techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen to Built in Africa Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stori...2021-02-1934 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastA lifeline for Cryptocurrency, Clubhouse vs Facebook, ThankUCash raiseRead all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-69/ Build the money of the future: https://currency.techpoint.africa Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Subscribe to our weekly digest at https://techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen to Built in Africa Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stori...2021-02-1221 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastThe people vs Wall Street, women supporting women and Cowrywise $3m raiseRead all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-68/ Build the money of the future: https://currency.techpoint.africa Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Subscribe to our weekly digest at https://techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2021-01-2930 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastCowrywise raises $3m pre-series A fundingRead all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-68/ Build the money of the future: https://currency.techpoint.africa Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Subscribe to our weekly digest at https://techpoint.africa/newsletter-signup/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2021-01-2930 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastWE ARE BACK!!!Read all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-67/ Build the money of the future: https://currency.techpoint.africa Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2021-01-2249 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastAfrican governments stay "governmenting"Read all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-66/ Build the money of the future: https://currency.techpoint.africa Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2020-12-1835 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastWhat do Mark Zuckerberg and Seun Osewa have in common?Read all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-65/ What do Mark Zuckerberg and Seun Osewa have in common?https://techpoint.africa/2017/06/14/build-internet-business-ecosystem-nigeria/ Build the money of the future: currency.techpoint.africa Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2020-12-1120 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastJapa Chronicles: US, UK, Canada, Dubai, here we come!Read all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-64/ Build the money of the future: https://currency.techpoint.africa Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2020-12-0419 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastIf you want to go quickly, go alone. If you want to go far, go togetherThis episode was not recorded in our studio, but remotely from different parts of Nigeria. We apologize for the audio quality. Read all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-63/ Article on getting a co-founder: https://techpoint.africa/2017/03/22/consider-before-partnership/ Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.afric...2020-11-2719 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastYou get funds, you get funds, everybody gets funds!!!This episode was not recorded in our studio, but remotely from different parts of Nigeria. We apologise for the audio quality. Read all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-62/ Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2020-11-2027 min

Built in AfricaBento Africa: Influencing the monthly spend culture of Nigerians Credits: Music by Mixaund – mixaund.bandcamp.com Upbeat Corporate – JP Bianchini https://jpbianchini.com FULL TRANSCRIPT Narrator: For many companies, hiring can be one of the most daunting tasks. Ebun Okubanjo and Chidozie Okonkwo, serial entrepreneurs who run Fitness Central, a chain of wellness and fitness centres in Lagos, Nigeria know this all to well In one particular incident, they were interviewing candidates to head their fitness centre. A particular applicant had an excellent resume with various qualifications and degrees but at the end of quite an under...2020-11-1615 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastAdewale Yusuf steps down as publisher of Techpoint Africa to launch tech talent startup, TalentQL in Ile-IfeRead all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-61/ Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2020-11-1322 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastSeamlessHR raises a seven-figure round to drive pan-African expansionRead all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-60/ Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2020-11-0621 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastOAU, CU produced the highest number of millionaire West African startup founders in the last decadeRead all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-59/ Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2020-10-3021 min

Techpoint Africa Podcast#EndSARS: Internet service disruptions trail shooting of protesters at Lekki, NigeriaRead all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-58/ Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2020-10-2332 min

Techpoint Africa Podcast#EndSARS: Flutterwave denies CBN questioning as Bitcoin donations surgeRead all Techpoint articles referenced on today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-57/ Audio Credit: CNN World News - Police use water cannons against protesters in Nigeria Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2020-10-1628 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastWhy Thrive Agric is defaulting on payments despite insured operationsRead all Techpoint articles referenced on today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-56/ Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2020-10-0917 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastHealthPlus is witnessing a power struggleRead all Techpoint articles referenced on today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-55/ Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, TuneIn, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2020-10-0223 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastFacebook is opening its second African office in Lagos, NigeriaRead all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-54/ Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, TuneIn or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2020-09-2524 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastNew Cryptocurrency, Crypto Startups and ICO Regulations in NigeriaRead all Techpoint articles referenced on today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-53/ Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, TuneIn or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2020-09-1818 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastAfrican blockchain startup pilots drug verification tech in AfghanistanRead all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here: www.techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-52/ Continue the conversation on Community. community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, TuneIn or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2020-09-1127 min

Techpoint Africa PodcastNigerian tech CEOs in Fortune's 40 under 40 listRead all Techpoint articles referenced in today's episode here. https://techpoint.africa/topics/techpoint-africa-podcast-51/ Continue the conversation on Community. https://community.techpoint.africa/ Email us your feedback at podcast@techpoint.africa. Listen every Friday at 8 AM (WAT). You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, TuneIn or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Visit www.techpoint.africa for more stories.2020-09-0427 min