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Welcome to Headlines by TechCabal! ⁠ Every week, we break down the stories shaping Africa’s tech ecosystem 🌍, what they mean, and why they matter.

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Episode 39: We asked Dara Sobaloju if AI built for the church can become a lasting business?

Oct 17, 2026 55 min

800 paying churches. One AI company. All in a year. Dara Sobaloju built an AI product to project scriptures just as the preacher calls them out. But in a world where rivals have pioneered free alternatives for years, what is the feasibility of this product in the market? And how has religion affected its potential to scale? Listen in, and let us know. Follow us: Instagram: [https://instagram.com/techcabal] X: [https://x.com/TechCabal] LinkedIn: [https://linkedin.com/TechCabal] TikTok: [https://tiktok.com/techcabal_] Web: [https://techcabal.com] Ask us anything: http://bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: http://moonshot.techcabal.com Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade Guest: Dara Sobaloju, Founder, Pewbeam

Episode 38: We asked a Google director how creators and gamers can be profitable with AI.

Oct 10, 2026 1 hr 2 min

An indie developer created a game overnight and grew millions of users in 48 hours. YouTube recorded a 50% watch time increase across the African continent. This week, we had Olumide Balogun, Director of Google East and West Africa, share how creators and gamers can grow leverage in the age of AI. He also shared Headlines featured: Try SynthID by Google to verify AI content: https://synthid.com/ Communiqué’s Creator economy report: https://communiquehq.com/s/Africa-Creator-Economy-Report-2024.pdf Indie developer fund: https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/platforms/google-play/indie-games-fund-africa/ Tweet: Follow us: Instagram: [ instagram.com/ techcabal ] X: [https://x.com/TechCabal] LinkedIn: [ / techcabal] TikTok: [https://tiktok.com/techcabal_] Web: [https://techcabal.com] Ask us anything: http://bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: http://moonshot.techcabal.com Hosted by Eme Oreoluwa and Temitayo Jaiyeola

Episode 37: What Nobody Tells You Before Buying a Detty December Ticket ft. Folayemi Agusto (Tix.Africa)

Oct 3, 2026 52 min

Nigerians are more likely to purchase their event tickets a few days before the D-Day than on salary day. And the reason isn’t what you think it is… In this episode, Eme, Muktar, and Folayemi Agusto, CEO of Tix Africa, get behind the data that reveals why. They set out to answer three questions about your favourite events. What would it take to host an ambitious event outside the Lagos scene? Why are Nigerians spending more on educational events than on music concerts? And why are you more likely to get a ticket a few days before the D-Day than on payday? So if you’re a fan of raves, owambes (Nigerian parties), hiking clubs or any kind of event at all, listen in. ____ Download the Tix Index report here: https://reports.tix.africa Headlines in this episode: Nigerian court says Truecaller’s consent doesn’t cover contacts: https://techcabal.com/2026/09/23/nigerian-court-says-truecallers-consent-doesnt-cover-contacts Truecaller says Nigerians can remove their numbers after privacy ruling: https://techcabal.com/2026/09/28/truecaller-says-nigerians-can-unlist-numbers/ For African tech talents, the road to America is getting narrower: https://techcabal.com/2026/09/26/trumps-immigration-policy-squeeze/ Unsecured OpenAI agents posted 53 user images on the internet without the lab's knowledge: https://techcrunch.com/2026/09/25/unsecured-openai-agents-posted-53-user-images-on-the-internet-without-the-labs-knowledge YouTube: @techcabal X: @techcabal Web: www.techcabal.com Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade Guest: Folayemi Agusto, CEO of TIX Africa. Poll: Apparently, these events are on the rise. Which have you been to lately? HikingPoetryImprovWellnessPodcast shows

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Episode 39: We asked Dara Sobaloju if AI built for the church can become a lasting business?

Oct 17, 2026 55 min

Episode 38: We asked a Google director how creators and gamers can be profitable with AI.

Oct 10, 2026 1 hr 2 min

Episode 37: What Nobody Tells You Before Buying a Detty December Ticket ft. Folayemi Agusto (Tix.Africa)

Oct 3, 2026 52 min

Episode 36: Why Getting Around Lagos Keeps Getting Harder

Sep 26, 2026 40 min

Why do danfo fares change so quickly, and why is it so hard to build a transport system that actually works in Nigeria? In this episode, Eme, Muktar, and Damilola Olokesusi, co-founder of Shuttlers, break down the real economics behind Nigeria’s transport system, from how much money moves through Lagos danfos to why drivers and operators still struggle with rising costs. They also discuss why ride-hailing has struggled in Nigeria, what makes public transport unsafe, how Shuttlers is trying to build a safer and more predictable alternative, and whether technology and better regulation can finally change how Nigerians move around. Watch, enjoy, and tell us what you took away from the conversation. This episode is brought to you by Raenest Ask us anything: http://bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: http://moonshot.techcabal.com New episodes every Saturday Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa, Muktar Oladunmade Guest: Damilola Olokesusi(CEO, Shuttlers)

Episode 35: The Tricky Parts of the Dangote IPO Nobody Tells You About

Sep 19, 2026 37 min

Do you want to buy shares in Dangote Refinery? How does the public share sale actually work, and what do you need to know before buying? In this episode, Eme, Muktar and Tayo break down Dangote Refinery’s ₦2.1 trillion share sale, how much retail investors like you can buy, how the shares will be allocated and why the IPO has already sparked crazy demand across fintech platforms They also discuss what the listing could mean for future Nigerian tech IPOs, Twiga Foods entering administration, MTN Nigeria crossing 100 million subscribers, emerging AI security threats, and what to expect from the upcoming Moonshot conference. Follow us: YouTube: @techcabal Spotify: Headlines by TechCabal X: @techcabal Web: www.techcabal.com Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com New episodes every Saturday Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade Guest: Temitayo Jaiyeola

Episode 34 | AI could “kill us all” only if this doesn’t happen

Sep 12, 2026 37 min

In this episode, Eme and Muktar sit down with Abiodun Adetona, founder of Decide AI, to talk about how their AI spreadsheet analyst, DAX-1, gained over 1,000 users in just 24 days without funding or marketing. We also discuss South Africa’s investigation into data prices, the growing risks of AI being used by militant groups, the alarming AI could 'kill us all' claim and what AI means for the future of work. Plus, we look at some of the biggest updates from the African tech ecosystem, including the $2.1B raised by African startups and what to expect from TechCabal’s Moonshot event. Follow us: YouTube: @techcabal Spotify: Headlines by TechCabal X: @techcabal Web: www.techcabal.com Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com New episodes every Saturday Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade Guest: Abiodun Adetona

Episode 33: The honest truth behind Uber’s Shocking Exit

Sep 5, 2026 32 min

In this episode, Eme and Muktar are joined by Ganiu Oloruntade, the newsroom editor, to dissect the growing concerns around MTN’s data charges. They get into the wave of fintech acquisitions sweeping across the continent (such as Paystack acquiring Allawee), and the endings: Moniepoint phasing out Money World, and Uber leaving Nigeria after 12 years. What do these moves say about the realities of building and running businesses in Nigeria? Watch the full episode for the conversation. Follow us: YouTube: @techcabal Spotify: Headlines by TechCabal X: @techcabal Web: www.techcabal.com Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com New episodes every Saturday Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade Guest: Ganiu Oloruntade

Episode 32: Why your Identity doesn’t die with you in Nigeria

Aug 29, 2026 24 min

In this episode, the Eme , Muktar and Noah talked about some of the biggest stories shaping business, tech, and security across Africa. They break down Meta’s new ₦14 fee for Whatsapp business and what it could mean for businesses. They also look at the growing gap between ATM and POS transactions in Nigeria, as well as new regulations affecting Uber and Bolt drivers in Johannesburg. The conversation also explores the debate around using AI to create presentations and content, following a recent controversy. Plus, they took a closer look at digital safety, from warnings about hijacked bank accounts and recycled SIM cards to real-life WhatsApp and phone scams. In this episode, we cover: Meta’s new ₦14 fee for Whatsapp Buisnessand what it means for businesses Why ATM transactions are rising while POS limits are becoming tighter New rules for Uber and Bolt drivers in Johannesburg The debate around using AI to create presentations and other content Warnings about hijacked bank accounts, recycled SIMs, and gaps in Nigeria’s ID systems Real-life experiences with sophisticated WhatsApp and phone scams Follow us: YouTube: @techcabal Spotify: Headlines by TechCabal X: @techcabal Web: www.techcabal.com Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com New episodes every Saturday Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade Guest: Noah Banjo

Episode 31: These local problems are shaping Africa’s next big AI product (This Undergrad proves it)

Aug 22, 2026 42 min

In this episode, Eme and Tayo break down the biggest stories shaping business, tech, and regulation across Africa. They look at OPay’s $72 million financial turnaround and Standard Bank’s interest ahead of its IPO, while also exploring Mr. Eazi’s move to Lagos’ Itana digital free zone. They also discuss Terra Industries’ $80 million defence tech raise and the latest AI moves from governments in South Africa and Nigeria.Plus, software engineer Saheed Azeez, the creator of Yarn.GPT, joins the conversation to talk about the journey of building language AI. In this episode, we cover: OPay’s financial turnaround and Standard Bank’s acquisition interest Mr. Eazi moving his businesses to the Itana Digital Free Zone Terra Industries’ $80 million raise and global expansion plans How Saheed Azeez built Yanji.ai for Nigerian languages The growing role of AI in government policy across South Africa and Nigeria New episodes every Saturday Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade Guest: Saheed Azeez Follow us: YouTube: @techcabal Spotify: Headlines by TechCabal X: @techcabal Web: www.techcabal.com Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com

Ep 30 | Are Crypto Owners in Nigeria in a MASSIVE Tax Trap?

Aug 15, 2026 42 min

In this episode, Eme and Tayo break down the biggest stories shaping business, tech, and regulation across Africa. From major bank acquisitions in Kenya and MultiChoice’s broadcasting shakeup to Nigeria’s fintech (Opay and PalmPay) IPOs, we cover the corporate moves making headlines. We also look at civic tech initiatives in South Africa and unpack Nigeria’s new virtual asset tax framework with an industry expert, Isreal Ololade, Chief Product Officer at Roqqu, In this episode, we cover: Business Acquisitions & Corporate Shifts: Kenyan bank Cloud9 acquires Chapter,MultiChoice Channel Shakeup , Nigerian Fintech IPO Radar Digital Engagement & Civic Tech: Whatsapp Voters Registration in South Africa, Cryptocurrency Taxation in Nigeria : Nigerian Revenue new regulatory guidelines covering virtual assets, Tax Breakdown ,Industry Perspective. Follow us: Instagram: [https://instagram.com/techcabal] X: [https://x.com/TechCabal] LinkedIn: [https://linkedin.com/TechCabal] TikTok: [https://tiktok.com/techcabal_] Web: [https://techcabal.com]

Episode 29 | We Asked a Vehicle Startup Expert: Is CNG Better Than EV?

Aug 8, 2026 35 min

Following last week’s look at how SWAP is transforming commercial transportation, we’re diving deeper into the EV vs. CNG debate. Are electric vehicles actually a better, more cost-effective option for Africa right now? To help us unpack this, we’re joined by Florence Boboye, Director of Business Development, Operations, and Customer Experience at SAGLEV (sub-Saharan Africa's first EV-only assembly plant). Together with Eme and Muktar, we explore the reality of EV assembly, infrastructure challenges, and what it really takes to scale. In this episode, we cover: EVs vs. CNG: Operational efficiency, maintenance costs, and scaling infrastructure in Africa. Subscription Models: Can monthly tech subscriptions survive in emerging markets? Tech & Crypto Headlines: Kenya's crypto seizure laws, Nigeria's P2P crypto taxes, Moove's funding, and Canal Plus backing Moment. Follow us: Instagram: [https://instagram.com/techcabal] X: [https://x.com/TechCabal] LinkedIn: [https://linkedin.com/TechCabal] TikTok: [https://tiktok.com/techcabal_] Web: [https://techcabal.com]

Episode 28: AI isn’t the “saviour” Africans think they need- here’s why

Aug 1, 2026 36 min

The IMF says Africa's economy could grow 4% bigger over the next decade with AI, but only if the continent moves fast. Yet, with AI adoption still slow, that potential is currently closer to just 0.2%. This week, Eme and Muktar unpack what that gap really means, and whether Africa is ready to take advantage of the AI opportunity. They also discuss Uganda's crackdown on telecom infrastructure vandalism after a man was sentenced for damaging a telecom mast, and another case where an improperly registered SIM card was used in a fake scholarship scam that defrauded a student. Joining the conversation is Ngozi Madueke-Dozie (Head, Android Platform & Ecosystem, Nigeria & Ghana, Google), who shares her perspective on AI, Android, and the future of Africa's digital ecosystem. Headlines Featured Africa Can Grow Faster With AI—If It Moves Now Nigeria’s Tinubu signs executive order on virtual assets Uganda steps up crackdown on telecoms vandalism | ITWeb Africa Got a question for next week's AMA? Drop it in the comments or tweet us @techcabal. Follow us: YouTube: @techcabal Spotify: Headlines by TechCabal X: @techcabal Web: www.techcabal.com Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com New episodes every Saturday Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade

Episode 27 | Uber just made a $14.8B move on food delivery — here's what it means

Jul 25, 2026 34 min

Uber has offered $14.8 billion for Delivery Hero, the company behind Glovo and Talabat, a deal that could put ride-hailing and food delivery in one app across 99 markets, including Nigeria, Egypt, Kenya, and Côte d'Ivoire. This week, Fu'ad Lawal (Co-founder, Archivi.ng; former Editor-in-Chief, TechCabal) joins Eme and Muktar to unpack the Uber-Delivery Hero deal, Kenya's Sh50 million fine for offshore betting firms, and Amazon Leo's satellite internet deal with Herotel bringing connectivity to rural South Africa. Got a question for next week's AMA? Drop it in the comments or tweet us @techcabal This episode is brought to you by Raenest. #HeadlinesByTechCabal #Uber #DeliveryHero #Fintech #TechNews Headlines featured: Kenya fines offshore betting firms Sh50m for allowing Kenyans to gamble unblocked Uber makes $14.8B acquisition offer for Delivery Hero, Prosus to sell residual stake Amazon Leo partners with Herotel to bring satellite internet to South Africa Stanbic Bank names Michael Mutiga CEO, effective August 1: [URL] Moniepoint hires Rose Muturi to lead Kenyan operations CBN tightens reporting requirements on retail dollar transactions What is Gemini Spark, and what can it actually do for you? Follow us: YouTube: @techcabal Spotify: Headlines by TechCabal X: @techcabal Web: www.techcabal.com Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com New episodes every Saturday. Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade Guest: Fu'ad Lawal

This isn't the first time Meta's AI has crossed a line| Ep 26

Jul 18, 2026 45 min

Meta rolled out an AI image tool that let anyone generate images of public Instagram accounts, no consent required and on by default. It lasted two days before backlash forced a reversal. This week, Frank Eleanya (Senior Reporter, TechCabal) joins Muktar and Zia to unpack the Muse Image fallout, Tinubu's directive for the FCCPC to investigate Meta, Google, X and generative AI platforms in Nigeria, and what Kenya's Copyright Tribunal ruling on AI-generated works means for creators across the continent. Got a question for next week's AMA? Drop it in the comments or tweet us @techcabal This episode is brought to you by Zoho, run Sales, Marketing, Finance, HR and more on one unified platform. #HeadlinesByTechCabal #AI #Meta #Nigeria #TechNews 00:00 Meta's AI photo mess 00:00 Meta pulls Muse Image feature 00:00 Segment 2: Tinubu orders FCCPC probe 00:00 Nigeria's Responsible AI Index ranking 00:00 Kenya Copyright Tribunal ruling 00:00 GTCO's HabariPay and the PoS terminal push 00:00 Samsung One UI 9 00:00 AMA: Why can't the government track kidnappers by phone? 00:00 Naira Life Conference 2026 Headlines featured: Meta removes controversial AI feature on Instagram after backlash: https://techcrunch.com/2026/07/10/meta-removes-controversial-ai-feature-on-instagram-after-backlash/ Tinubu orders probe of Meta, Google, AI platforms: https://punchng.com/tinubu-orders-probe-of-meta-google-ai-platforms/ Kenya Copyright Tribunal rules AI-generated works cannot be copyrighted – what it means: https://technext24.com/news/https-technext24-com-news-kenya-copyright-tribunal-rules-ai-generated-works/ Nigeria ranks first in Africa, 38th globally in responsible AI index: https://techcabal.com/2026/07/10/nigeria-becomes-africas-highest-ranked-country-for-responsible-ai/ Why GTCO is deploying 200,000 PoS terminals in 2026: https://techcabal.com/2026/07/07/how-gtco-plans-to-challenge-fintechs-with-200000-terminals/ Handheld mobile devices to scan for illegal foreign nationals are coming t...

Ep 25 | Why food delivery apps keep collapsing in Africa ft Osarumen Osamuyi

Jul 11, 2026 31 min

FoodCourt shut down because it couldn't pay its staff. Kitopi just raised $50 million after turning profitable. RebelFoods is heading for an IPO with 450+ cloud kitchens across five countries. This week, we unpack if running a virtual kitchen can truly be successful, and what it actually costs to keep jollof arriving at your door in minutes. Guest: Osarumen Osamuyi, writer of Foodpod Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade Have a question? Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com Follow us: YouTube: @techcabal X: @techcabal Web: www.techcabal.com New episodes every Saturday. Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade Connect with Osarumen: Twitter: @skweird IG: thesbtxt LinkedIn: Osarumen Osamuyi Foodpod: https://foodpod.substack.com

Ep. 24 | AI Checkout, WhatsApp Usernames, and a $2B Telecom Deal ft Lola Masha

Jul 4, 2026 33 min

WhatsApp is finally moving on from phone numbers. Usernames are coming, and we're asking if this kills the one thing that made the app feel safe. Antler Africa's Lola Masha joins us to unpack how much African startups are actually raising right now, which sectors are surprising her, and what it means when a foreign parent takes full control of a continental payments giant like Safaricom. Also this week: Vodacom completes its majority acquisition of Safaricom in a $2 billion deal, Daya raises $2.4M for stablecoin infrastructure, and Kenya stands up a new cybersecurity agency to fight 3.37 billion threats. Tweet us: @techcabal #HeadlinesByTechCabal Featured Articles: Vodacom completes majority acquisition of Safaricom Daya raises $2.4M pre-seed for stablecoin infrastructure Kenya launches National Cybersecurity Agency Paystack launches AI-powered checkout with Index WhatsApp's username rollout Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesamaGet Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com Follow us: YouTube: @techcabal Twitter: @techcabal Instagram: @techcabal Spotify: Headlines by TechCabal Web: www.techcabal.com New episodes every SaturdayHosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade

Episode 23 | What’s next for African payments? with Iyin Aboyeji

Jul 3, 2026 29 min

PawaPay hits 3 billion transactions. Yoco buys an AI company. Visa integrates with ChatGPT. Three different moves, all indicative of what’s next for African payments. We unpack what PawaPay's milestone actually reveals, why Yoco's acquisition is the directional answer, and what Visa and Visa are signalling about the future of payments infrastructure in Africa. Guest: Iyin Aboyeji, CEO of Future Africa Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com Follow us: YouTube: @techcabal X: @techcabal Web: www.techcabal.com New episodes every Saturday Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade

Episode 22: YarnGPT for Nigerian languages was just acquired. Here’s what it reveals about African tech

Jun 20, 2026 36 min

The US government gave Anthropic a few hours. By 5:21 pm Tuesday, Claude's latest model was gone for every foreign national to the U.S, including Anthropic's own employees. Same week: Bluechip acquired YarnGPT, a Nigerian AI trained on Nigerian languages and accents. These two stories are two sides of African tech's biggest structural problem. We're joined by Ganiu Oloruntade, TechCabal’s Newsroom editor to unpack what happens when African developers build on infrastructure they don't control, why YarnGPT's acquisition signals a different path, and what leverage actually looks like. Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com Follow us: YouTube: @techcabal X: @techcabal Web: www.techcabal.com E-mail: editor@techcabal.com New episodes every Saturday Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade

Ep 21 | Where did your mobile data go? Here’s a breakdown to Nigeria’s 153M subscribers

Jun 13, 2026 39 min

It’s episode 21! This week, we had Frank Eleanya, senior reporter and Head of the Enterprise and Policy desk at TechCabal. We spoke about why it feels like 1GB of data disappears more quickly in Nigeria than in other parts of Africa, what it means for Nigeria’s 153 million mobile internet subscribers, and why most of the licensed 46 telecom service providers are still sitting on the sidelines. Tweet us your thoughts: @techcabal #HeadlinesByTechCabal Featured Articles: Main headlines: After years of data complaints, MTN Nigeria is finally answering questions in public Nigeria licenced 46 telecom challengers to rival MTN and Airtel. Few have taken off. Rundown of the past week: Spiro raises $215 million as race for Africa’s EV market heats up + shortly after its raise, the company appoints new CEO Bolt denies claim it will shut down operations in Kenya Serious legal risk for South Africa’s police drones Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com Follow us: YouTube: @techcabal Twitter: @techcabal Spotify: Headlines by TechCabal Web: www.techcabal.com

Ep 20 | Babajide Duroshola on layoffs, governance, and building your defence layer

Jun 6, 2026 32 min

This week, we had with us the Managing Director of M-KOPA, Babajide Duroshola, and we spoke about the talent economy, employment, and a few signs you should keep an eye out for to know when a layoff is coming. Tweet us your thoughts: @techcabal #HeadlinesByTechCabal Featured Articles: Flutterwave Promotes Over 100 Employees, Launches Global Relief Package: https://flutterwave.com/us/blog/flutterwave-promotes-over-100-employees-launches-global-relief-package In a duplex in Lagos, Cowrywise is trying to build a cathedral with 11 priests: https://techcabal.com/2026/05/30/cowrywise-a-cathedral-with-11-priests/ Flutterwave cuts 50% of staff in Kenya, South Africa: https://techcabal.com/2025/07/02/flutterwave-cuts-50-of-staff-in-kenya-south-africa Branch confirms layoffs in Kenya and Nigeria despite profitable year: https://techcabal.com/2026/05/23/branch-confirms-layoffs-in-kenya-and-nigeria Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com Follow us: YouTube: @techcabal Twitter: @techcabal Spotify: Headlines by TechCabal Web: www.techcabal.com

Ep. 19 | How TikTok Became a Recruitment Ground for terrorists

May 24, 2026 38 min

Imagine opening TikTok and the first thing you see is a terrorist. In this episode, we're breaking down how social media platforms became battlegrounds for terrorism, and why the solutions, hash-matching, AI moderation, and government tracking, are all failing. Featured Sources & Reporting: Daily Post: Nigerian military arrest of Sule Yellow (@suleyellow6) TVC News (December 23, 2025): Federal Government counterterrorism collaboration with social media companies Afrika Eyes: Corps service member torture documentation PUNCH Newspaper: Indigenous People of Biafra camp dismantled, soldier remains recovered HumAngle (August 31, 2024): Investigation into TikTok terrorist recruitment tactics Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development: Research on platform migration strategies Global Voices (2026): Investigation on African language AI gaps Africa Defence Forum: Counterterrorism analyst statement on digital propaganda Engage with Us: Drop your questions in the comments or tweet us @techcabal. What do you think is the real solution here?

Episode 18 | Markets move fast. Regulation moves slow. Here’s how Nigeria's paying the price.

May 16, 2026 27 min

A newsroom impersonated a restaurant on Glovo. It took 48 hours. No verification. No questions asked. Meanwhile, universities can now accept students with a minimum of 37.5% grade. And Swoop just raised $7.3 million to compete in a market with limted regulation… This week, we're unpacking what happens when systems prioritise growth over safety, and who wins when systems are broken. Tweet us: @techcabal #HeadlinesByTechCabal Featured Articles: Techpoint's fake restaurant investigation (Glovo & Chowdeck) JAMB's lowered admission standards Swoop's $7.3M seed round Glovo's Kenya investment announcement Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com Follow us: YouTube: @techcabal Twitter: @techcabal Instagram: @techcabal Spotify: Headlines by TechCabal Web: www.techcabal.com New episodes every Saturday Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade

Episode 17 | Does Nigeria Have a Talent Problem or a Salary Problem?

May 9, 2026 32 min

Since February, we have surveyed 120 Nigerians about spam calls, and, based on their experiences, it’s only gotten worse. Meanwhile, a Nigerian CEO gave an insider view into his company and what he believes this says about the country’s talent economy. Ask us anything!: bit.ly/headlinesama What’s Inside: Banks keep secrets about cyberattacks. That's about to change. How regulators are forcing transparency in Nigerian fintech WapiPay goes Caribbean. Here’s what it means for African fintech Headlines featured Nigeria moves to mandate organisations to disclose cyber attacks amid rising threats: https://techcabal.com/2026/04/29/nigeria-moves-to-end-silence-on-cyberattacks/ Kenya’s WapiPay targets Caribbean remittances with Jamaica expansion: https://techcabal.com/2026/04/29/kenyas-wapipay-expands-into-jamaica-remittance Inside the spam call machine behind Nigeria's digital lending boom: https://techcabal.com/2026/04/29/inside-nigeria-spam-calls-problem Engage with Us: FOLLOW US: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3XgnaCNucdy5XHR1QuV6sH?si=yyXGzywPQx2UMFvJP5XRAQ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/headlines-by-techcabal/id1871494749 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@techcabal Web: techcabal.com Twitter: @techcabal Email: editor@techcabal.com Tweet us: @techcabal #HeadlinesByTechCabal New episodes every Saturday Hosts: Zia Yusuf & Tayo Jaiyeola

Episode 16: A Government used AI to write AI rules. The AI lied

May 2, 2026 19 min

This week, we’re taking a deeper look at regulators. Telcos are paying up for the bad network…but, is it a strong enough payoff? Then, South Africa's government used AI to write its AI policy, and it got caught. Plus, African food delivery is heating up with a new playbook. Ultimately, we're asking the tough questions regulators should be asking themselves. Tweet us: @techcabal #HeadlinesByTechCabal Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Headlines featured Nigerian telecom customers to receive airtime refunds after disruptions, says NCC: https://techcabal.com/2026/04/23/nigerian-telcos-to-begin-airtime-refunds-for-service-disruption/ South Africa fails its AI test https://techcabal.com/2026/04/27/%F0%9F%91%A8%F0%9F%8F%BF%F0%9F%9A%80techcabal-daily-south-africa-fails-its-ai-test/ SOURCES: Reuters & TechCabal reporting __________________ FOLLOW US: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3XgnaCNucdy5XHR1QuV6sH?si=yyXGzywPQx2UMFvJP5XRAQ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/headlines-by-techcabal/id1871494749 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@techcabal Web: techcabal.com Twitter: @techcabal Email: editor@techcabal.com New episodes every Saturday Hosts: Muktar Oladunmade & Eme Oreoluwa

Episode 15 | Security breaches, government surveillance & market wars: The Week Explained

Apr 26, 2026 32 min

Imprisonment for a tweet? The Gabonese government is cracking down on its citizens again. After its social media shutdown in February, Gabon’s government is opting for another route–one where the wrong post could cost you your freedom and more. In this episode, we also look into the case of the hacker, holding Africa’s largest bank to a ransom of 1 Bitcoin, and why Meta might be set to surpass Google in digital advertising revenue. Tweet us: @techcabal #HeadlinesByTechCabal HEADLINES: Standard Bank is discovering the extent of the cyberattack in the daily data dumps: https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2026-04-17-standard-bank-is-discovering-the-extent-of-the-cyberattack-in-the-daily-data-dumps Sama to lay off over 1,100 Kenyan workers: https://techcabal.com/2026/04/16/sama-lay-off-kenyan-workers-meta Meta poised to surpass Google in digital ad revenue for first time, report says: https://www.reuters.com/business/media-telecom/meta-poised-surpass-google-digital-ad-revenue-first-time-report-says-2026-04-13 Gabon’s new law makes all social media users traceable: https://techpoint.africa/insight/techpoint-digest-1323 SOURCES: Daily Maverick, Reuters & TechCabal reporting FOLLOW US: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3XgnaCNucdy5XHR1QuV6sH?si=yyXGzywPQx2UMFvJP5XRAQ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/headlines-by-techcabal/id1871494749 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@techcabal Web: techcabal.com Twitter: @techcabal Email: editor@techcabal.com New episodes every Saturday HOSTS Muktar Oladunmade & Eme Oreoluwa

Episode 14 | What’s Happening With Telcos, Safaricom & Takealot?

Apr 18, 2026 40 min

Cartels are looting telco towers across Nigeria. Safaricom locked users out of M-PESA. And Takealot just became Shein. We break down the infrastructure crisis, the app disaster, and the e-commerce reckoning reshaping African tech. Headlines featured Criminal cartels plunder telco towers across 14 states - https://businessday.ng/pro/article/14-states-under-siege-as-criminal-networks-turn-telecom-sites-into-looting-grounds/ MTN awards Nigeria CEO Karl Toriola $335000 in performance shares: https://techcabal.com/2026/04/08/mtn-nigeria-ceo-group-share-award/#:~:text=MTN%20awards%20Nigeria%20CEO%20Karl,present%20regulatory%20and%20macroeconomic%20challenges Safaricom migrates M-PESA app users to My OneApp in platform consolidation push: https://techcabal.com/2026/04/07/safaricom-migrates-m-pesa-users-to-my-oneapp-in-platform-consolidation-push/ Login failures hit Safaricom’s My OneApp days into rollout: https://techcabal.com/2026/04/09/safaricoms-my-oneapp-faces-login-issues/ Takealot fights fire with fire: https://mybroadband.co.za/news/business/639222-takealot-fights-fire-with-fire.html? --- HOSTS: Eme & Muktar SOURCES: Business Day NG, MyBroadband, TechCabal reporting FOLLOW US: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3XgnaCNucdy5XHR1QuV6sH?si=yyXGzywPQx2UMFvJP5XRAQ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/headlines-by-techcabal/id1871494749 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@techcabal Web: techcabal.com Twitter: @techcabal Email: editor@techcabal.com New episodes every Saturday.

Episode 13: Here’s why Mental Health Workers Are Striking Against AI

Apr 11, 2026 18 min

Ever wondered if a camera can stop a massacre — or if AI is a better therapist than your doctor? This week, we dig into what happens when technology shows up in the most human moments. What's Inside: The AI Therapy Debate: Why 2,000 mental health workers in North Carolina staged a 24-hour strike against AI, and whether a hybrid approach is the smarter answer. Nigeria's Surveillance Pla: President Tinubu's plan to deploy 5,000 AI-powered cameras across Plateau State after the killing of over 27 people in Jos on Palm Sunday, and the infrastructure questions nobody is answering. Equinix's $438M Move: Why a global data centre giant is pouring billions into South Africa, and what it means for the continent's digital future. Africa's Fintechs Want to Be Banks: Flutterwave, Paystack, Moniepoint, OPay — the pattern is clear. But what does full CBN supervision mean for these companies and their users? Do you think AI surveillance can actually reduce violence in Nigeria? Drop your thoughts in the comments below. Visit our website techcabal.com to get the latest tech and business updates from Africa. Make sure to follow us on: Facebook: @TechCabal X: @TechCabal LinkedIn: @TechCabal Instagram: @TechCabal YouTube: @TechCabal TikTok: @TechCabal

Episode 12: Why EV production is threatened, layoffs in tech, & Flutterwave’s new license

Apr 4, 2026 27 min

This week on Headlines, Zia and Muktar get into Flutterwave’s new banking license as GB Agboola pivots Africa’s largest payment rail toward a full-stack infrastructure bet. We explore the why behind Kuda’s latest layoffs, the legal catch in their severance, the rise of AI agents replacing human teams, and why Namibia is blocking Starlink to protect its local ownership laws. What’s Inside: The layoffs in tech: We look at the latest layoffs and the legal waiver buried in their severance packages. Starlink vs. Namibia: Why Elon Musk hit a wall with the 51% local ownership rule. The Hormuz Irony: How an oil-driven war is stalling the EV supply chain because "green" cars need 40% more aluminum. Tax Deadline: Why Lagos moved the filing date to April 14 and what it means for you Headlines featured Flutterwave secures national microfinance banking license: https://techcabal.com/2026/04/02/flutterwave-mfb/ Kuda Bank cuts hundreds of staff : https://techcabal.com/2026/03/27/5-nigerian-companies-that-have-cut-staff-in-q1-2026 Namibia rejects Starlink license over 51% local ownership requirement: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crl1ny1g6e0o How the Strait of Hormuz war is stalling the global EV supply chain: https://restofworld.org/2026/gulf-ev-aluminum/

Episode 11: The $80B Metaverse reset, Moniepoint’s latest acquisition, & The PwC 21 month ban

Mar 28, 2026 26 min

This week on Headlines, Muktar and Eme get into the $80 billion reality of Meta’s Horizon Worlds as Mark Zuckerberg pivots the world’s most powerful social ecosystem toward an AI infrastructure bet. But there’s more: An AI that works while you sleep, and the world bank’s crackdown on corruption. Listen in. Inside This Episode: The Pivot: Meta is trading Virtual Reality for a $135 billion AI bet. We unpack what this means for the apps that billions of Africans use daily. The Acquisition: The Moniepoint/Orda merger is about building a full-stack operating system for a $12.37 billion food market. We talk about why it really matters. The Accountability: When the "Big Four" fail, who audits the auditors? We look at the World Bank’s investigation into PwC’s "collusive practices" in East Africa. Headlines featured Moniepoint acquires restaurant management platform Orda in full-stack merchant infrastructure be: https://techcabal.com/2026/03/23/moniepoint-acquires-orda-merchant-operating-systems World Bank bans PwC Africa subsidiaries over electricity project fraud: https://techcabal.com/2026/03/18/world-bank-pwc-kenya-rwanda-units-21-months-fraud/ CANAL+ plans job cuts at Multichoice in $115 million turnaround plan: https://techcabal.com/2026/03/17/canal-job-cuts-multichoice-turnaround/ Editor’s note: Muktar said “four to five or six million” but meant $4–6 billion — Africa’s approximate annual tech funding figure. Tweet us: @techcabal for any questions you might have! Visit our website or follow us on social media @TechCabal for first dibs on the happenings shaping Africa's tech and business ecosystems.

Episode 10: BTC for a flight? The creator economy feud & Why you can only update your BVN number once

Mar 21, 2026 26 min

Bitcoin to fly? South African Airways (SAA) is the first commercial airline to accept BTC. What does this mean for the transport and logistics industry? Last weekend, two creator platforms took the moment and went head-on. In this episode, we also unpack the Selar & Mainstack war. Meanwhile, the Cabal is cooking. Did you catch that teaser at the end of the episode? Stay close so you don’t miss Tweet us: @techcabal ___ This episode is powered by Monica, the all-in-one app to swap crypto for Naira, pay bills, and fund your wallet at the best rates. What’s Inside: The Selar vs Mainstack war: How Selar took the moment with branded content at Mainstack’s event Bitcoin in the Sky: Why SAA is using crypto as a payment rail AMA Segment: The Central Bank of Nigeria’s cap on updating the phone number linked to your BVN once-in-a-lifetime. P.s, Editor’s note: Our hosts were just flying too fast. It’s South African Airways, not Airlines. ___ This episode is powered by Monica, the all-in-one app to swap crypto for Naira, pay bills, and fund your wallet at the best rates.

Episode 9: Why Showmax is folding, why you should stop saying ‘please’ to AI, & Ghana’s crypto law

Mar 14, 2026 20 min

This week, Eme and Tayo peel back the curtain on the brutal economics of African streaming. For every $1 Showmax earned, it spent $2.50, leading to a $500 million in accumulated losses. We break down why subscription models are hitting a ceiling and why YouTube is becoming the ultimate stage for African filmmakers. We also discuss the story of Tamunotonye, a university candidate who had to face a computer-based exam without ever having touched a mouse. With entry-level laptops now starting at an average of ₦500,000, is the digital economy becoming increasingly unaffordable? What’s Inside: YouTube’s Global Play: Why African production studios are ditching paywalls for the attention economy. Ghana’s Crypto Safe Harbor: The Bank of Ghana admits 11 startups into its new regulatory "Sandbox". AI Etiquette: Why being polite to your AI might actually be ruining your prompts. Labour Shifts: Zap Africa’s 44% staff cut and the "Mind-Reading" AI reshaping call centres. Join the Conversation: Would you pay for a subscription for local content, or is YouTube all you need?

Episode 8: Zuckerberg's ‘eyes’ in your bedroom, Zap’s AI-driven layoffs , & M-Pesa's privacy move

Mar 7, 2026 39 min

Are your smart glasses watching you in the bathroom? This week, we go inside a chilling reveal that contractors in Nairobi are reviewing intimate, private footage captured by Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses—often without the wearer’s knowledge. We also break down the salary power move at MTN Nigeria, where 659 employees now earn at least ₦2.4 million ($1,800) every month, and dismantle the AI-efficiency narrative behind the recent layoffs at Zap Africa What’s Inside: The Zap Africa pivot: Investigating the 44% staff cut and the controversial AI bot built by the founder’s own separate company. M-Pesa’s number masking: The Central Bank of Kenya finally approves a "simple fix" that could end thousands of SIM swap scams. The State of Love: Zikoko’s report reveals that 8 in 10 Nigerians say financial pressure is actively disrupting their romance Engage with Us: Let us know! Would you ever trust an AI to give you relationship advice or even write a "break-up" text for you?

Episode 7: MTN’s $2.2B move, the Gabon social media ban & how $4.3m was recovered from cybercrime rings

Feb 28, 2026 30 min

What happens when law enforcement discovers a home that is a training ground for scammers? This week, we go inside INTERPOL’s massive 16-country 'Operation Red Card 2.0' and break down the cost attached to Gabon’s indefinite social media ban. What’s Inside: Salary vs. Shares: Why 'believing in the vision' is no longer enough to pay the bills. MTN’s move to own the game: Why the telco giant spent $2.2 billion to re-acquire its infrastructure, and absorb 29,000 towers Operation Red Card 2.0: Inside the international INTERPOL raid that recovered $4.3 million and busted a residential ring for cybercrime in Nigeria. The $11M Blackout: The indefinite social media suspension in Gabon and the high economic cost of bandwidth throttling.

Episode 6: AI for the dead, the 580k TikTok crackdown, & the African debt trap

Feb 21, 2026 25 min

Is your digital life about to outlive you? This week, we dive into Meta’s patent for "AI for the dead" that replicates your online behaviour to keep you chatting long after you’re gone. We also unpack the massive 580,000-video crackdown by TikTok in Kenya following a ‘spy glasses’ scandal that has officials in East and West Africa on high alert. What’s inside? Is this a Black Mirror episode? Why Meta’s new patent feels like a sci-fi movie. The startup draft: Eme and Muktar face off to build the winning weekly portfolio. KOKO’s shutdown continued: Why Article 6 of the Paris Agreement matters more for your kitchen than you think. What do you think about Meta’s AI patent? Tell us in the comments! Follow us across social media @TechCabal to get first dibs at the stories shaping the African tech and business ecosystem. Visit our website www.techcabal.com for daily updates.

Episode 5: Nigeria’s 2027 election e-transmission, Nigeria’s $5.58B Data Spend in 2025, & 140K South Africans free from the dark

Feb 16, 2026 20 min

This week, we dive into the Nigerian Senate’s massive U-turn on electronic results and why a manual backup has some people on edge. We also break down the cost of being online in Nigeria and Kenya’s high-tech gamble on the future of travel. What’s Inside: The 2027 Election Gamble: The Senate finally approved e-transmission, but there’s a catch. We explore the manual backup plan, and what it means for the next general election. The $15 Million Daily Habit: Nigerians spent over ₦7.62 Trillion on data in 2025. We look at the stakeholders winning big and the new 24-hour refund law finally protecting your wallet. Kenya’s Silicon Safari: Cabinet secretary for Tourism and Wildlife of the Republic of Kenya, Rebecca Miano, has big plans to use AI and Blockchain for tourism in the country. We explain how and why travel tech in Kenya matters. Eskom’s Selective Recovery: 140,000 South Africans are finally free from load reduction Social Pulse: We react to the viral tweet about expensive Uber rides. We also explain why ride-sharing might be difficult. Engage with Us: Do you trust a manual backup for electronic results, or is it a recipe for a 2023 election repeat? Drop your thoughts in the Q&A section below.

Episode 4: Cash bans, Nigeria’s trillion-Naira habit, & The startup exodus in East Africa

Feb 7, 2026 25 min

Ever thought a bouquet of cash could land you in legal trouble? This week, we explore the Central Bank of Kenya's new "Valentine’s warning" and why regulators across the continent are swooping in to protect physical currency. What’s Inside: The Love vs. Regulator War: Why the CBK is calling the shots on cash bouquets and the EFCC's stance on "spraying" the Naira. Moniepoint’s domination: A look at the 14 billion transactions driving Nigeria's economy—and the ₦1.7 trillion spent on bakeries. The Big Shutdown: Investigating KOKO Networks' sudden administration and Uber's latest exit from East Africa. AMA Segment: We answer your questions about the fall of the bike-hailing giant ORide, and the rise of OPay. Engage with Us: Question: Drop your thoughts on the KOKO shutdown in the comments section below. Follow us across social media @techcabal to get daily updates on the issues defining Africa's tech ecosystem. Visit www.techcabal.com for daily updates.

Episode 3: Why Nigerians are livid about PayPal’s reentry, and the reason Kenya’s M-PESA is too big to fail

Feb 3, 2026 16 min

Welcome to another episode of Headlines by TechCabal! In episode 3, we’re breaking down the $276 million tax the Nigerian government made in 2025, what the Kenyan government really believes about its financial backbone, and why some Nigerians think PayPal might be a PayFoe. Headlines featured PayPal returns to Nigeria after two decades. This time through Paga: https://url-shortener.me/A3L9 If M-Pesa fails, Kenya’s financial system could wobble, central bank says: https://url-shortener.me/A3LL Nigeria made $276 million taxing digital payments. Crypto withdrawals are next: https://url-shortener.me/A3LQ Don't forget to hit the follow button to know when a new episode drops. Follow us across social media @TechCabal and visit our website www.techcabal.com to get in-depth analyses of the topics shaping Africa's tech ecosystem. Editor’s note: In 2025, M-Pesa processed transactions with an economic value of KES 83.7 trillion which directly converts to $649.7 billion, not $64.97 billion USD as one of the hosts erroneously stated. (exchange rate: ~KES 129/$1)

Episode 2: The Kenyan government's $775,000 influencer budget, Paystack's 10-year rebrand & MAX's $24 million equity.

Jan 24, 2026 18 min

Welcome to episode 2! In this episode, we’re looking at the Kenyan government’s plans to put influencers on the payroll, and Paystack making a massive move, to restructure into a Holding company. Headlines featured Why Kenya plans to spend $775K on 30 influencers ahead of 2027 polls : https://bit.ly/49Ev2aT MAX raises $24 million in debt and equity round as it hits profitability in Nigeria: https://bit.ly/4q18Psu Paystack restructures to holding company after hitting group profitability: https://bit.ly/3ZzUqbG Nigeria doubles capital thresholds for digital asset platforms to ₦2 billion: https://bit.ly/49Vlyab ANGEL NETWORKS Lagos Angel Network: https://www.lagosangelnetwork.net/ Dakar Network Angels: https://dakarnetworkangels.com/ Addis Ababa Angels Network: https://addisababaangels.com/ To download the State of Tech in Africa (SOTIA): https://insights.techcabal.com/sotia-year-in-review-2025/

Episode 1: What the Fintech consolidation trend means for the African tech ecosystem

Jan 20, 2026 21 min

Welcome to the pilot episode of Headlines by TechCabal! In this episode, we break down the top stories coming from Africa’s tech ecosystem this week: - Flutterwave's acquisition of Mono - Paystack's acquisition of Ladder, strengthening its position in banking and payments infrastructure. - The Fintech consolidation trend. What these acquisitions mean for the growing wave of mergers and acquisitions across Africa. – A look at major funding in the African defense-tech space. - Elon Musk vs South Africa: the Starlink licensing dispute and its implications. - Practical fintech tips. How to pay for Apple services internationally using Naira cards or alternative options. Follow us on all social media platforms @TechCabal and visit our website www.techcabal.com to catch the trending news stories shaping Africa's tech ecosystem.

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