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Bill Gates Foundation cuts Microsoft stake to 11% amid $35.4 billion portfolio reshuffle
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust has sold a large portion of its Microsoft shares over the…
Folktales to life: Google, Slum2School empowers 1000 Nigerian kids with creative books
Google has partnered with Slum2School Africa and a team of celebrated Nigerian creators to unveil “Stories from Our…
Nigeria’s telecom subscribers climb to 184.6 million, signalling market growth
Nigeria’s telecom subscribers rose to 184.6 million in February 2026, according to the latest industry data released by…
Bolt is blocking passengers with low ratings from drivers
Leading ride-sharing company, Bolt, said it was blocking passengers who received low ratings from drivers. The company said…
Mitsubishi, Toyota lead $147m Japanese fund for African clean energy and EV startups
Japanese companies, including Mitsubishi, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking, and Toyota Ventures, have invested in a $147 million Africa-focused venture…
LIRS extends tax filing deadline to April 14
The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has extended the deadline for filing individual annual income tax returns…
Lagos eTax portal down as March 31 tax deadline looms
The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) eTax portal appears to be experiencing technical difficulties. This comes just…
Uber drivers in South Africa demand fare adjustment, reduced commission amid fuel price hike
Uber and Bolt drivers operating under the umbrella of the National e-hailing Federation of South Africa (NEFSA), have…
