The Zambian government is introducing a tax on internet phone calls in a bid to protect jobs in the telecommunications sector. Government spokesperson, Dora Siliya said the 30 ngwee ($0.03; £0.02) daily tariff will be charged through mobile phone operators and internet providers. She said the increase in online phone calls was coming at the […]
6 years ago
Spotify’s 2024 Wrapped has arrived, and it’s a deep dive into the hottest sounds and hidden gems Nigerians loved this year. The spotlight falls on Nigeria’s vibrant music scene, a global force to be reckoned with. Here are some insights worth noting. Homegrown Heroes Reign Supreme For the fourth year running, Nigerian artists have dominated […]
3 weeks ago
Sustainability is becoming more of a priority, and homeowners are starting to change to more innovative technology so they can reduce their environmental footprint. Sustainable home technology not only benefits the planet, but it also helps to put money back into homeowners’ pockets in the long run through energy efficiency and smarter resource management. From […]
3 weeks ago
Get ready to dive into the future of sound with oraimo’s launch of the new generation SpaceBuds Pro! These revolutionary wireless earbuds are set to deliver an unparalleled audio experience that will make your daily listening sessions feel like a concert in your ears. Imagine floating designs that enhance comfort, allowing you to enjoy your […]
1 month ago
M.A.D Solutions, a leading African music distribution and service provider, has taken a significant step forward by announcing a new licensing partnership with TikTok. This comprehensive agreement covers TikTok, CapCut and the TikTok Commercial Music Library (CML). The collaboration aims to empower artists in the company’s catalog to generate revenue from their music on TikTok, […]
1 month ago
Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide? This makes the internet one of the greatest tools and catalysts for the advancement of humanity. Our new column, Obasanjo’s Internet documents the internet habits and methods of some of our favorite creators and thinkers. Today, we talk to Chuuzus, a content […]
2 years ago
In their latest mini-documentary, Techpoint Africa explored the rise of Nigerian internet scams. They spotlight one of the strangest scams to grace the planet, the Business Email Compromise. The mini-doc takes you on a journey to the root of every misconception you’ve ever heard about internet fraud. The mini-doc is broken down into chapters and […]
2 years ago
Back in the day, the easiest access to games for many Nigerians were the PS1 and PS2 consoles at a football viewing center or the barbershop. Unable to afford these pricey video games, the average gamer relied on these public spaces for their favorite pastime which meant the country’s gaming industry at the time was […]
2 years ago
Whether you’re working from home or just involved in a few computer projects, keeping a clean computer can be a great way to ensure that your productivity stays high. In this post, we’ll be explaining what it means to have a clean computer and how it can help you improve your overall productivity. What does […]
2 years ago
Technology is such a big part of our lives that we would be stuck without it. Our gadgets and gizmos help us to organize our lives, work, shop, and play among other things, and the more we know about tech and how to use it, the more useful it is to us overall. With that […]
2 years ago
It’s 2022 and music promotion is taking a different look. With the rise of social media platforms like TikTok and the popularization of Instagram reels and YouTube shorts and short-form content in general, younger artists in the music industry are now leveraging these new creative marketing tools and features. One of the artists at the […]
3 years ago
Tesla and SpaceX CEO, Elon Musk in a tweet on May 27th confirmed that his satellite internet service, Starlink, has been approved in Nigeria and Mozambique: the first two countries to approve the service in Africa. Starlink, a subsidiary of SpaceX, Musk’s space exploration, manufacturing and communications company, provides high-speed, low latency broadband internet to […]
3 years ago
Netflix is celebrating Global Accessibility Awareness Day with expanded languages, screenings and a new collection. The platform is beefing up its audio descriptions (AD) and subtitles for deaf and hard of hearing (SDH) offerings in more languages, including French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Korean. In an attempt to make its content more accessible, Netflix is also […]
3 years ago
