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Welcome to Headlines by TechCabal! ⁠ Every week, we break down the stories shaping Africa’s tech ecosystem 🌍, what they mean, and why they matter.

  1. 6d ago

    Episode 37: What Nobody Tells You Before Buying a Detty December Ticket ft. Folayemi Agusto (Tix.Africa)

    Nigerians are more likely to purchase their event tickets a few days before the D-Day than on salary day. And the reason isn’t what you think it is… In this episode, Eme, Muktar, and Folayemi Agusto, CEO of Tix Africa, get behind the data that reveals why. They set out to answer three questions about your favourite events.  What would it take to host an ambitious event outside the Lagos scene? Why are Nigerians spending more on educational events than on music concerts? And why are you more likely to get a ticket a few days before the D-Day than on payday? So if you’re a fan of raves, owambes (Nigerian parties), hiking clubs or any kind of event at all, listen in. ____ Download the Tix Index report here: https://reports.tix.africa  Headlines in this episode:  Nigerian court says Truecaller’s consent doesn’t cover contacts: https://techcabal.com/2026/09/23/nigerian-court-says-truecallers-consent-doesnt-cover-contacts  Truecaller says Nigerians can remove their numbers after privacy ruling: https://techcabal.com/2026/09/28/truecaller-says-nigerians-can-unlist-numbers/  For African tech talents, the road to America is getting narrower: https://techcabal.com/2026/09/26/trumps-immigration-policy-squeeze/  Unsecured OpenAI agents posted 53 user images on the internet without the lab's knowledge: https://techcrunch.com/2026/09/25/unsecured-openai-agents-posted-53-user-images-on-the-internet-without-the-labs-knowledge  YouTube: @techcabal  X: @techcabal  Web: www.techcabal.com  Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama  Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com  Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade  Guest: Folayemi Agusto, CEO of TIX Africa. Poll:  Apparently, these events are on the rise. Which have you been to lately? HikingPoetryImprovWellnessPodcast shows

  2. Sep 26

    Episode 36: Why Getting Around Lagos Keeps Getting Harder

    Why do danfo fares change so quickly, and why is it so hard to build a transport system that actually works in Nigeria? In this episode, Eme, Muktar, and Damilola Olokesusi, co-founder of Shuttlers, break down the real economics behind Nigeria’s transport system, from how much money moves through Lagos danfos to why drivers and operators still struggle with rising costs. They also discuss why ride-hailing has struggled in Nigeria, what makes public transport unsafe, how Shuttlers is trying to build a safer and more predictable alternative, and whether technology and better regulation can finally change how Nigerians move around. Watch, enjoy, and tell us what you took away from the conversation. This episode is brought to you by Raenest Ask us anything: http://bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: http://moonshot.techcabal.com New episodes every Saturday Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa, Muktar Oladunmade  Guest:  Damilola Olokesusi(CEO, Shuttlers)

  3. Sep 19

    Episode 35: The Tricky Parts of the Dangote IPO Nobody Tells You About

    Do you want to buy shares in Dangote Refinery? How does the public share sale actually work, and what do you need to know before buying? In this episode, Eme, Muktar and Tayo break down Dangote Refinery’s ₦2.1 trillion share sale, how much retail investors like you can buy, how the shares will be allocated and why the IPO has already sparked crazy demand across fintech platforms  They also discuss what the listing could mean for future Nigerian tech IPOs, Twiga Foods entering administration, MTN Nigeria crossing 100 million subscribers, emerging AI security threats, and what to expect from the upcoming Moonshot conference. Follow us:  YouTube: @techcabal  Spotify: Headlines by TechCabal X: @techcabal  Web: www.techcabal.com  Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com  New episodes every Saturday  Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade  Guest: Temitayo Jaiyeola

  4. Sep 12

    Episode 34 | AI could “kill us all” only if this doesn’t happen

    In this episode, Eme and Muktar sit down with Abiodun Adetona, founder of Decide AI, to talk about how their AI spreadsheet analyst, DAX-1, gained over 1,000 users in just 24 days without funding or marketing. We also discuss South Africa’s investigation into data prices, the growing risks of AI being used by militant groups, the alarming AI could 'kill us all' claim and what AI means for the future of work. Plus, we look at some of the biggest updates from the African tech ecosystem, including the $2.1B raised by African startups and what to expect from TechCabal’s Moonshot event. Follow us:  YouTube: @techcabal  Spotify: Headlines by TechCabal X: @techcabal  Web: www.techcabal.com  Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com  New episodes every Saturday  Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade  Guest: Abiodun Adetona

  5. Sep 5

    Episode 33: The honest truth behind Uber’s Shocking Exit

    In this episode, Eme and Muktar are joined by Ganiu Oloruntade, the newsroom editor, to dissect the growing concerns around MTN’s data charges. They get into the wave of fintech acquisitions sweeping across the continent (such as Paystack acquiring Allawee), and the endings: Moniepoint phasing out Money World, and Uber leaving Nigeria after 12 years.  What do these moves say about the realities of building and running businesses in Nigeria? Watch the full episode for the conversation. Follow us: YouTube: @techcabal Spotify: Headlines by TechCabal X: @techcabal Web: www.techcabal.com Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com New episodes every Saturday Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade Guest: Ganiu Oloruntade

  6. Aug 29

    Episode 32: Why your Identity doesn’t die with you in Nigeria

    In this episode, the Eme , Muktar and Noah talked about some of the biggest stories shaping business, tech, and security across Africa. They break down Meta’s new ₦14 fee for Whatsapp business and what it could mean for businesses. They also look at the growing gap between ATM and POS transactions in Nigeria, as well as new regulations affecting Uber and Bolt drivers in Johannesburg. The conversation also explores the debate around using AI to create presentations and content, following a recent controversy. Plus, they took  a closer look at digital safety, from warnings about hijacked bank accounts and recycled SIM cards to real-life WhatsApp and phone scams. In this episode, we cover: Meta’s new ₦14 fee for Whatsapp Buisnessand what it means for businesses Why ATM transactions are rising while POS limits are becoming tighter New rules for Uber and Bolt drivers in Johannesburg The debate around using AI to create presentations and other content Warnings about hijacked bank accounts, recycled SIMs, and gaps in Nigeria’s ID systems Real-life experiences with sophisticated WhatsApp and phone scams Follow us:  YouTube: @techcabal  Spotify: Headlines by TechCabal X: @techcabal  Web: www.techcabal.com  Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com  New episodes every Saturday  Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade  Guest: Noah Banjo

  7. Aug 22

    Episode 31: These local problems are shaping Africa’s next big AI product (This Undergrad proves it)

    In this episode, Eme and Tayo break down the biggest stories shaping business, tech, and regulation across Africa. They look at OPay’s $72 million financial turnaround and Standard Bank’s interest ahead of its IPO, while also exploring Mr. Eazi’s move to Lagos’ Itana digital free zone. They also discuss Terra Industries’ $80 million defence tech raise and the latest AI moves from governments in South Africa and Nigeria.Plus, software engineer Saheed Azeez, the creator of Yarn.GPT, joins the conversation to talk about the journey of building language AI. In this episode, we cover: OPay’s financial turnaround and Standard Bank’s acquisition interest Mr. Eazi moving his businesses to the Itana Digital Free Zone Terra Industries’ $80 million raise and global expansion plans How Saheed Azeez built Yanji.ai for Nigerian languages The growing role of AI in government policy across South Africa and Nigeria New episodes every Saturday  Hosts: Eme Oreoluwa & Muktar Oladunmade  Guest: Saheed Azeez Follow us:  YouTube: @techcabal  Spotify: Headlines by TechCabal X: @techcabal  Web: www.techcabal.com  Ask us anything: bit.ly/headlinesama Get Moonshot tickets: moonshot.techcabal.com

  8. Aug 15

    Ep 30 | Are Crypto Owners in Nigeria in a MASSIVE Tax Trap?

    In this episode, Eme and Tayo break down the biggest stories shaping business, tech, and regulation across Africa. From major bank acquisitions in Kenya and MultiChoice’s broadcasting shakeup to Nigeria’s fintech (Opay and PalmPay) IPOs, we cover the corporate moves making headlines. We also look at civic tech initiatives in South Africa and unpack Nigeria’s new virtual asset tax framework with an industry expert, Isreal Ololade, Chief Product Officer at Roqqu, In this episode, we cover: Business Acquisitions & Corporate Shifts: Kenyan bank Cloud9 acquires Chapter,MultiChoice Channel Shakeup , Nigerian Fintech IPO Radar Digital Engagement & Civic Tech: Whatsapp Voters Registration in South Africa,  Cryptocurrency Taxation in Nigeria : Nigerian Revenue new regulatory guidelines covering virtual assets, Tax Breakdown ,Industry Perspective. Follow us: Instagram: [https://instagram.com/techcabal] X: [https://x.com/TechCabal] LinkedIn:  [https://linkedin.com/TechCabal]   TikTok: [https://tiktok.com/techcabal_] Web: [https://techcabal.com]

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