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Entering January 2026
The exit trail took an unusual turn in late December when African telecom Billionaire, Strive Masiyiwa, announced that…
US Officially Imposes 1% Remittance Tax To African Countries
On January 1, 2026, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) officially introduced a federal 1% excise tax…
Flutterwave Acquires Open Banking Startup Mono
Flutterwave, Africa’s most valuable fintech firm, has acquired Nigerian open banking startup Mono in an all-stock deal valued…
Bank of Ghana Updates Regulatory Guidelines On International Money Transfers
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) just dropped a massive regulatory update for International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs), aiming…
Multichoice Group Has Lost 2.8 Million Subscribers In Last Two Years
MultiChoice, the parent company of DStv, is weathering a brutal storm. The broadcaster has lost 2.8 million subscribers…
Starlink Disables All Terminals in Uganda Amid Regulatory Crackdown
SpaceX-owned Starlink has officially disabled all satellite internet terminals in Uganda as of Jan. 1, 2026, bowing to…
OpenAI Explores Ads as AI Monetization Struggle Intensifies
Despite billions in investment from tech giants like Google, Meta, and OpenAI, AI chatbots have yet to become…
Nigeria Communications Commission Bets on Satellite-to-Phone Tech to Close Coverage Gaps
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is pivoting toward satellite-powered mobile connectivity to eliminate “dead zones,” according to its…
Five Technology Developments We’re Watching In 2026
2026 is shaping up to be a “reset” year for Ghana’s infrastructure. From the way we browse the…
Ghana Considers Legislation To Restrict Minors’ Access to Adult Content Online
This is a republished article from The Labari Journal In a move that could significantly reshape internet access…