In today's fast-changing world, digital services are reshaping how Africa connects, works, and grows. On this page, you'll find fresh news and insights about digital service developments happening all over the continent. Whether it's new tech partnerships, online platform launches, or updates on mobile apps, we bring you the stories that matter.
Digital services are no longer a luxury; they're essential for progress. From online banking to entertainment, these services help millions access what they need quickly and safely. Take Betway Africa teaming up with Booming Games — this shows how online casinos are expanding to meet demand while boosting local economies.
Similarly, partnerships like Access Bank with Deloitte to support SMEs highlight how digital tools empower small businesses. These collaborations provide expertise and platforms that help businesses grow more efficiently.
Across the continent, we're seeing exciting moves in the digital space. Sport 24’s deal with DAZN to broadcast the FIFA Club World Cup live aboard flights and cruise ships is a great example of reaching audiences beyond traditional settings. Meanwhile, artists and entertainers are also tapping into digital future possibilities, like G-Dragon’s AI-powered space music collaboration.
These examples show how digital services break barriers and connect people in unexpected ways — whether through gaming, sports, business support, or creativity.
Keep an eye here for more updates on Africa’s digital landscape, as we cover new launches, market moves, and trends that shape the continent’s future.
The BBC has rolled out a new Pidgin language service targeting digital platforms for West and Central Africa. Pidgin, spoken extensively across the area, will be used to deliver news, current affairs, culture, and more, produced from a hub in Lagos with additional input from Ghana and Cameroon. This initiative is part of the BBC's significant expansion effort backed by a 2016 funding increase.
