Harnessing AI to combat financial crimes
Thanks to the availability of advanced technology, financial crimes are becoming more sophisticated and complex. From trade-based money laundering and…
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Climate-Smart Agriculture Angel Network applications are now being accepted.
Applications for the Climate-Smart Agriculture Angel Network cohort are now being accepted by Scaling Digital Agriculture Innovations via Startups (SAIS)…
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DL4ALL: DG NITDA Inspires NYSC Members to lead Nigeria’s Digital Literacy Initiative
In a decisive move toward bridging Nigeria’s digital divide and fostering an inclusive digital economy, the Director General of the…
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The Lead(H)er Fellowship 2025 for Young Women in Africa [Cohort 4] is now accepting applications.
The fourth cohort of the Lead(H)er Fellowship has been launched with great pleasure by the tripartite cooperation of Plan International,…
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NITDA Partners with NUC to expand Digital Literacy across Universities
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is partnering with the National Universities Commission (NUC) to embed digital literacy as…
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NITDA Partners Ministry of Education to Embed Digital Literacy in Nigeria’s Education System
As part of its mandate to foster digital literacy, cultivate talents and empower Nigerians with the knowledge and skills needed,…
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Doballi redefines remote work recruitment for Africa’s top digital talent.
With almost 400 million young people between the ages of 15 and 35, Africa has the youngest population in the…
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Galaxy Backbone CEO Seeks Sustainable Digital Infrastructure to Fuel Africa’s Economic Growth
The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Galaxy Backbone, Prof. Ibrahim Adeyanju, has underscored the importance of building sustainable digital infrastructure…
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Talent, money, and regulation are the key barriers to the growth of Nigeria’s startup ecosystem.
According to a recent research, the biggest obstacles facing entrepreneurs in Nigeria’s startup ecosystem are talent, money, and regulatory constraints….
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Togo’s PickApp is preparing to begin a test of EV ownership and car-sharing platform.
A pilot of PickApp’s electric vehicle (EV) ownership and ride-sharing platform is scheduled to begin in Lomé, the capital of…
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iHatch Cohort 4: Empowering Nigeria’s Future Innovators and Startups
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), is excited to announce…
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Applications open for 3rd Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship in Kenya
Following the successful conclusion of the second entrepreneurship acceleration program, applications are now being accepted for the third cohort of…
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Instagram introduces “Trendships” – A new term that celebrates social connections through DMs
With 3.5 billion Reels reshared daily, Trendships embrace the relationships forged while sharing meme-worthy, light-hearted or meaningful content via Direct…
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Africa-based VC firm TCVP has made 18 early-stage investments in the last 3 years.
Located in Africa, The Continent Venture Partners (TCVP) is an early-stage investment firm that has quietly made 18 investments in…
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Elon Musk’s xAI is reportedly planning to launch a ChatGPT-like standalone app soon.
According to reports, Elon Musk’s xAI is expected to release a stand-alone app as early as next month. Despite being…
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15 winners in the Africa leg of the Global Startup Awards.
Fifteen firms, groups, and individuals were selected winners at the African leg of the Global Startup Awards (GSA), and they…
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AfriTECH 4.0: Obadare Highlights How African Countries Can Benefit from Emerging Technologies
Chief Visionary Officer, Digital Encode Limited, Dr. Obadare Peter Adewale speaking at the Africa Tech Alliance (AfriTECH 4.0) Forum in…
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Visa selects 19 startups from 3rd Africa Fintech Accelerator
The third edition of Visa’s biennial Africa Fintech Accelerator, which gives businesses access to resources, industry connections, and mentorship to…
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New programme launched to help women, youth thrive in Nigeria’s creative sector
Venture Garden Group (VGG), a Nigerian VC company, is partnering with Ascend Studios and USAID to create innovative and capable…
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The Sentinel of Security: Facial Recognition’s Role in Securing Data Centers
$5,600 lost every single minute. That’s how much the average data center sacrifices during moments of downtime, a relentless drain…
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African Telcos Increasingly Under Attack for 2024, Says Latest NETSCOUT Threat Intelligence Report
While it’s true that every company is a potential target for distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks, cybercriminals will often…
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5 steps to advance your business with sustainable GenAI
Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) promises to deliver a giant leap forward in productivity, efficiency and waste reduction. For most, adoption…
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Transforming utilities with AI: Embracing a new era of smart, predictive, and efficient solutions
The global artificial intelligence (AI) in energy and utilities market was valued at USD 10.56 billion in 2023 and is…
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Prepare for Black Friday & Cyber Monday: Keep Your Organization Safe
With Black Friday and Cyber Monday around the corner, we’re entering a high-risk period for cybersecurity. A recent Sophos report…
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Building a data governance framework for AI integration
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how companies across industry sectors and geographies govern data. This means that updating data governance…
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Meta Holds Inaugural Youth Summit in Nigeria to Foster Innovation and Empowerment
Meta recently hosted its first Youth Summit in Lagos, Nigeria, bringing together over 200 young professionals, students, recent graduates, creatives,…
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AfriLabs and NASENI collaborate to build an innovation hub for Nigerian tech entrepreneurs.
Nigeria’s National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) and the Pan-African hubs network AfriLabs have teamed up to establish…
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Building a Circular Economy: FREEE Recycle’s Journey in Sustainable Tyre Management
Nigeria generates approximately 32 billion tonnes of solid waste annually, making it one of the highest waste-producing countries in Africa….
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NEC Calls on States to Harness NASENI Innovations for Nigeria’s Industrial Growth
The National Economic Council (NEC) has urged state governments to adopt and patronize technological innovations developed by the National Agency…
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Galaxy Backbone Partners with Bauchi State to Enhance Digital Infrastructure
Galaxy Backbone (GBB) and the Bauchi State Government have entered into a strategic partnership to enhance digital infrastructure and ICT-related…
