The SANAD Technical Assistance Facility (TAF) and Swiss venture capital firm and ecosystem support organization Seedstars have partnered to launch the SANAD Elevate Her Programme, a multi-phase initiative aimed at empowering female-led and 2X-aligned startups in the Middle East, North Africa, and Sub-Saharan Africa. A Swiss organization called Seedstars is committed to making a difference…
When we talk about digital transformation, we often focus on the smart technologies reshaping how we work and live. However, transformation is not solely about adopting new tools; it’s about the people, ideas, and partnerships that turn potential into progress. This raises a deeper question: what is the real goal of transformation, and how do…
Conn8 Media Solutions NG, a media consultancy firm and publishers of Tech and Biz News NG (www.techandbiz.com.ng) and eTimes Africa News, has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to Nigeria’s tech startup ecosystem at the just-concluded CODEFEST HACKATHON 2025. The event, held at the Design Studio of the prestigious University of Lagos, celebrated organisations and…
Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced the general availability of new integrations that connect Sophos Intelix, its robust repository of cyber threat intelligence, with Microsoft Security Copilot and Microsoft 365 Copilot. Introduced at the Microsoft Ignite Conference in San Francisco, organizations of all sizes gain real-time access to…
The Group President of ActivEdge Technologies, Mr. George Agu, has called on the African continent to seize control of its technological future by owning its data, algorithms, and digital infrastructure, and highlighted the urgent need for African nations to shift from being consumers of imported technology to creators of context-relevant solutions powered by local data…
The most recent iteration of the Harvard Business School’s Africa Business Club’s New Venture Competition, which offers companies the opportunity to win cash awards of up to US$55,000, is now accepting applications. In order to highlight the variety of entrepreneurs who are now changing the continent, the student-run Africa Business Club will hold its most…
…Top 10 Finalists to Showcase Breakthrough Innovations Nigeria’s innovation ecosystem will take center stage on 20 November 2025, as the top 10 student-led innovation teams from tertiary institutions across the country gather at the National Universities Commission (NUC) Secretariat, Abuja for the grand finale of the Coderina University Challenge (COUCH), a flagship programme of the…
…The Africa Tech Alliance Excellence (ATAEx) Awards 2025 is a prestigious recognition platform that celebrates innovation, leadership, and digital excellence across Africa The 2025 edition of the Africa Technology & Excellence (ATAEx) Awards lit up the continent as innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders were celebrated for their groundbreaking contributions. The Africa Tech Alliance Excellence (ATAEx)…
The 2026 Yale Africa Startup Review (YASR), an annual Yale Africa student-led and alumni-supported program that highlights firms influencing innovation and entrepreneurship in Africa, is now accepting nominations. In order to draw in interested international players, the annual YASR seeks to provide a conduit that tells tales of the inventiveness and creativity of the African…
The Managing Director of the Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN), Muhammed Rudman, has underscored the urgent need for Nigeria to strengthen its local traffic exchange ecosystem, describing it as a strategic national imperative for speed, security, and digital economic expansion. Speaking during a presentation at the African Tech Alliance (AfriTECH) Forum on Thursday last…
There is now a significant chance for startups developing cutting-edge waste management solutions to expand internationally. The Open Call for Waste Management Startups 2026 is an international innovation competition organized by Ecoembes through The Circular Lab that aims to find, support, and expedite ground-breaking innovations that have the potential to revolutionize waste management in cities….
On Friday, OpenAI unveiled a new feature for ChatGPT, its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot. Group chats are the company’s first end-user shared experience. As the name implies, the feature enables users to start group chats within the AI app and then invite other users to work together on a project or simply use ChatGPT for…
AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, driving digital transformation and sustainability, is setting a new standard for the industrial digital twin by converging all data onto CONNECT industrial intelligence platform. Through enhancements to AVEVA Asset Information Management, AVEVA System Platform and AVEVA PI Data Infrastructure, AVEVA can enable the visualisation of engineering and operations…
The African fintech industry has recorded remarkable growth in recent years, onboarding millions of users, attracting billions in foreign investment, and producing at least five unicorns. These success stories are proof of the sector’s potential. Yet, behind this impressive rise lies a major operational hurdle that continues to challenge many fintechs across the continent: liquidity…
The anticipation is electric. Tomorrow, November 13, 2025, the grand halls of the Oriental Hotel, Lekki, will pulse with innovation, ideas, and inspiration as Africa’s brightest technology minds gather for the Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH) 5.0 and Africa Tech Alliance Excellence (ATAEx) Awards. From 9:00 AM (WAT), industry leaders, regulators, investors, and digital disruptors will converge under one…
Origin Stories, a brand-new live theater and media event in Cape Town, is bringing attention to the genuine, unvarnished experiences of African entrepreneurs. Origin Stories, which takes place at the Homecoming Center, the former Athol Fugard Theatre in District Six, brings ten business owners together to discuss the pivotal events that influenced both their businesses…
The Africa Tech Alliance Excellence (ATAEx) Awards will once again shine a spotlight on the trailblazers, innovators and organisations driving Africa’s tech future. As part of the annual AfriTECH 5.0 forum, the ATAEx Awards aim to elevate excellence in digital transformation, leadership, impact and innovation, across the continent’s growing technology ecosystem. The ATAEx Awards recognise merit…
Gemini, Google’s artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, received a new function on Wednesday. The Deep Research tool, which can now connect to other Google Workspace platforms and evaluate data stored there to produce more thorough reports, is the latest addition. With this, the IT behemoth from Mountain View has also made significant progress in strengthening Gemini’s…
The stage is set for the fifth edition of the Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 5.0), scheduled to hold on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at the Oriental Hotel, Lekki Road, Lagos. The conference will commence at 9:00 AM (WAT), bringing together Africa’s foremost technology leaders, innovators, regulators, and investors to discuss the theme:“AI and Sovereign Tech: Building Africa’s Digital Independence.”…
Trust alone isn’t a security strategy. That’s the key lesson from new research by Check Point Research, which recently uncovered multiple vulnerabilities in Microsoft Teams, now fixed, that could allow attackers to impersonate executives, manipulate messages, and spoof notifications. With more than 320 million monthly active users, Microsoft Teams has become the backbone of modern workplace communication….
Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today released its fifth annual Sophos State of Ransomware in Retail report, a vendor-agnostic survey of IT and cybersecurity leaders across 16 countries. This year’s report reveals that nearly half (46%) of retail ransomware incidents were traced to an unknown security gap, underscoring ongoing visibility challenges…
A new artificial intelligence (AI) agent that can function as a software security researcher was unveiled by OpenAI on Thursday. The AI agent, named after the African mammal famed for its digging skills, Aardvark, is able to analyze, find, and address vulnerabilities in various systems and software. The San Francisco-based AI behemoth has now made…
The organisers of the Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 5.0) are delighted to announce George Agu, a distinguished technology entrepreneur and executive, as one of the keynote speakers at this year’s edition themed “AI & Sovereign Tech: Building Africa’s Digital Independence.” Agu, the MD/CEO of ActivEdge Technologies Limited, is an astute founder and technology leader whose illustrious…
Google has cited a number of reports to support its assertion that Android phones are more secure than iPhones against spam calls and messages. According to a study the company commissioned, which compared 33 security features across three Android smartphones and Apple’s most recent iPhone model, Android-powered devices offer a higher level of protection than…
Applications are now being accepted for the fifth iteration of Open Startup’s flagship accelerator program, BRAIN, which is based in Tunisia and helps African deeptech entrepreneurs get ready for financing and the market. BRAIN is a 12-month hybrid accelerator designed for deeptech and science-based African startups in the health and climate sectors that are implementing…
LG Electronics, a global leader in consumer technology and corporate social responsibility, has commissioned a solar-powered borehole and free mobile laundry station for the Anfeyin Oja Olokuta community in Ilorin under its Life’s Good Initiative. This marks the 16th borehole donated by LG across Nigeria, reaffirming its ongoing commitment to clean water, health, and community…
Synthetic audio and video generation technologies, known as deepfakes, have reached a critical threshold. Once mostly limited to social media entertainment or occasional political manipulation, they are now fully integrated tools in cyberattack tactics. This shift represents more than a technological evolution; it marks a transformation where human perception itself has become an attack surface….
The much-anticipated Evolve Tech Summit is set to return this November with a dynamic new partnership between Technoville and Creative Gaming Entertainment (CGE). This year’s edition, taking place on the picturesque island of Bonny, is shaping up to be one of Nigeria’s most exhilarating tech gatherings yet, blending technology, creativity, and gaming into a one-day…
Are you an up-and-coming business owner in Kenya, Ethiopia, or Uganda creating a digital product that promotes climate resilience and sustainability? This is your opportunity to grow faster and have an impact on the world. The Digital and Green Innovation Acceleration Program is intended for ambitious, for-profit businesses in East Africa that are utilizing technology…
When you meet Zusi Inegbeniki, you immediately sense the blend of calm confidence and quiet brilliance that defines true innovators. As the Founder of FoundexAI, she’s at the forefront of Africa’s growing AI movement, shaping conversations on how technology, ethics, and innovation can work together for real impact. From Wall Street to global stages, including…