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technext24.com > 03/30/2026 > uber-bolt-nefsa-demands-fare-adjustment

Uber/Bolt: NEFSA demands fare adjustment, reduced commission amid fuel price hike

3+ day, 12+ hour ago  (496+ words) Uber and Bolt drivers operating under the umbrella of the National e-hailing Federation of South Africa (NEFSA), have demanded an increase in fare prices to reflect fluctuating fuel prices across the globe. This was disclosed in a chat with Technext…...

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technext24.com > 03/17/2026 > pre-travel-checklist-for-visiting-china

A complete pre-travel checklist for visiting China

2+ week, 2+ day ago  (541+ words) China promises a journey filled with ancient heritage, futuristic skylines, and remarkable regional diversity. Grand palaces stand beside glittering towers, while quiet villages rest beyond high-speed rail lines. Preparation shapes how smoothly that journey unfolds. Careful planning transforms a complex…...

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technext24.com > 03/22/2026 > uber-bolt-drivers-benin-on-7-days-strike

Uber, Bolt drivers in Benin to embark on 7 days strike over 'unsustainable' income

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (515+ words) Uber and Bolt drivers under the umbrella of the Amalgamated Union of App-based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON) have announced their intention to embark on a 7-day strike. This was disclosed to Technext in a statement by the union. According to…...

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technext24.com > 03/16/2026 > auaton-strike-update-increase-the-fares

AUATON strike update: 'Just increase the fares'- Nigerians react

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (686+ words) The mega strike action embarked by drivers under the umbrella of the Amalgamated Union of App-based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON) began today. Scheduled to run until Wednesday, the protest is aimed, among others, at forcing the app companies (Uber, Bolt…...

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technext24.com > 03/10/2026 > fuel-price-hike-bolt-drivers-fare-review

Fuel price hike: Bolt says it is preparing 'targeted measures' as AUATON demands fare review

3+ week, 2+ day ago  (604+ words) As fuel prices continue to rise across Nigeria, e-hailing drivers under the umbrella of the Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON) have demanded a commensurate increase in fares from the ride-hailing company, Bolt. This demand was issued in…...

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technext24.com > 10/03/2025 > trionda-ai-2026-world-cup-match-ball

5 things you should know about the AI-powered 2026 FIFA World Cup official match ball

5+ mon, 4+ week ago  (723+ words) World football governing body FIFA has unveiled the official match ball for the 2026 World Cup. Named the "Trionda, the match ball is powered by AI. Designed by Adidas, the ball has an inbuilt chip system which relays data to the…...

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technext24.com > 03/18/2026 > 2026-world-cup-youtube-stream-matches

2026 World Cup: YouTube partners FIFA to stream matches and boost fan experience

2+ week, 1+ day ago  (441+ words) YouTube has partnered with FIFA to become a preferred platform for the 2026 World Cup, expanding how fans can experience the tournament globally through unprecedented streaming access and creator content. The deal will allow media partners to stream select matches in…...

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technext24.com > 03/17/2026 > fg-launches-fly-now-pay-later-initiative

FG launches ‘fly now, pay later’ for local flights amid rising air fares

2+ week, 2+ day ago  (557+ words) The federal government has launched a fly now pay later (FNPL) initiative for domestic flights, where working Nigerians can book flights and pay later through a structured financing model. The initiative, launched on Tuesday under the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation…...

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technext24.com > 03/16/2026 > facebook-removed-20-million-accounts

Facebook doubles down on original creators, removed 20 million impersonator accounts in 2025

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (452+ words) Facebook has announced sweeping changes to how it prioritizes content, rewarding original creators with greater reach and monetization while cracking down on copycats and impersonators who crowd out authentic voices. The social media platform deleted over 20 million accounts impersonating major…...

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technext24.com > 02/10/2026 > top-7-travel-companies-in-nigeria

Top 7 Travel Companies in Nigeria for Corporate Group Bookings

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (658+ words) As Nigerian businesses expand across cities and borders, corporate group travel has become more common than ever. From staff retreats and executive meetings to training programs and international conferences, organisations now require reliable travel partners that can handle complex group…...