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How much do TikTok influencers make? 2025 data & earnings breakdown

1 day ago | techpoint.africa | Abdullah Ajibade

Peer pressure made me register on TikTok, as I was never interested. Predictably, I abandoned it for months but had to return when I discovered it was a goldmine. I mean, if your thought has always been that your favorite TikToker is just dancing for fun, then you will have to think again because their bank accounts tell a different story. How much do TikTok influencers make? Well, the answer depends on follower count, engagement rate, niche, and brand partnerships.
Grok 3 vs Deep Seek AI: I tested both — here's the clear winner

2 days ago | techpoint.africa | Abdullah Ajibade

The AI global market, valued at $279.22 billion in 2024 and projected to grow at a CAGR of 35.9% from 2025 to 2030, is transforming industries at an unprecedented rate. By 2025, it’s estimated that around 97 million people will be employed in the AI sector, further showing its deepening integration into the global workforce.
dLocal to acquire AZA Finance in possible $150 million deal

4 days ago | techpoint.africa | Chimgozirim Nwokoma

Cross-border payment company dLocal has announced that it plans to acquire AZA Finance to deepen its reach in Africa. The deal, which remains subject to regulatory approval, will provide dLocal with increased scale on the continent. “Our acquisition of AZA Finance will increase access for our global merchants to Africa’s dynamic, growing markets, while further strengthening our commitment to the region.
Fincra secures Tanzanian licence as it expands footprint across East Africa

4 days ago | techpoint.africa | Chimgozirim Nwokoma

Lagos-based fintech startup Fincra has secured a regulatory milestone in its pan-African expansion strategy, receiving approval from the Bank of Tanzania to operate as a licensed payment service provider in the country. The licence enables Fincra to offer its suite of financial infrastructure tools, including virtual accounts, payment APIs, payment links, and checkout services, to businesses and developers in the Tanzanian market. “We are thrilled to receive this licence from the Bank of Tanzania.
Asset sales power Telkom’s earnings spike in SA

4 days ago | techpoint.africa | Victoria Fakiya

Molo,Victoria from Techpoint here,Here’s what I’ve got for you today:Telkom’s clean-up pays off bigBlockchain Policy 2.0: Necessary or redundant? Jumia scores a fresh investorTelkom in South Africa’s having a solid run, and it’s showing in the numbers. Despite a sluggish economy, the telecoms giant told investors yesterday that business is looking strong.
AXIAN Telecom acquires minority stake in Jumia

5 days ago | techpoint.africa | Chimgozirim Nwokoma

AXIAN Telecom, a pan-African telecommunications provider with operations in nine countries, has acquired an 8% minority stake in Jumia. The investment signals a strong alignment between the two companies and an interest in bolstering the continent’s digital retail infrastructure. In a statement announcing the acquisition, Hassan Jaber, CEO of AXIAN Telecom, expressed confidence in Jumia’s vision.
MTN Nigeria’s CTO: Major network upgrades expected by Q4 2025

5 days ago | techpoint.africa | Chimgozirim Nwokoma

Nigerians can anticipate significant improvements in telecommunications infrastructure starting in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to Yahaya Ibrahim, Chief Technical Officer of MTN Nigeria. In a recent interview with BusinessDay, Ibrahim revealed that the company has identified key priority areas to address years of underinvestment in the country’s telecommunications infrastructure. “Equipment is already arriving, and we have mapped out the worst-hit locations.
Glovo delivered ₦71 billion worth of food in four years

5 days ago | techpoint.africa | Victoria Fakiya

Hello,Victoria from Techpoint here,Here’s what I’ve got for you today:Delivering ₦71 billion worth of foodNigeria is losing its startup reputationElon Musk’s new X featureIn a market where Bold Food and Jumia Food struggled to survive, Glovo and Chowdeck appear to be thriving. While the big names bounced, Glovo stayed, and it’s been delivering more than just shawarma and rice. What happened?
Omolara Sanni to share insights on hacking storytelling for founders at Lagos Startup Expo 2.0

1 week ago | techpoint.africa | Victor Olaniyan

One of the most anticipated panel sessions at Lagos Startup Expo 2.0 will have panellists sharing insights into a skill every founder needs but few truly master: storytelling. Titled “How to hack storytelling as a founder”, this panel explores how narratives can be a game-changing tool for early-stage startups — not just for marketing, but for everything from fundraising and hiring to user growth and community building. Founders who understand how to tell compelling stories have an edge.
MTN South Africa announces 3G decommissioning

1 week ago | techpoint.africa | Victoria Fakiya

HelloVictoria here,Ebonyi state has just launched it’s government owned ride hailing platform called EBOCAB, which is now Nigeria’s second public sector ride hailing initiative. With 90 vehicles, 60 pick-up trucks and 30 SUVs, this new urban transport platform aims to promote better urban transport system, curb street harassment and increase the streams of income for youths in the state.