Thanks to the availability of advanced technology, financial crimes are becoming more sophisticated and complex. From trade-based money laundering and human trafficking to GenAI-enhanced scams, the scale of financial crime today is unprecedented. Fortunately, artificial intelligence (AI), when used responsibly and ethically, can revolutionise the fight against these financial crimes. Of course, AI is not…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has underscored the critical role of data in driving a sustainable digital economy. At the just concluded 2024 Digital Nigeria Innovation Challenge, the agency emphasised the need for safe and responsible data utilisation. NITDA’s Director General, Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, who was represented by the Director of Information Technology…
Brand recognition is vital for building strong connections between companies and their customers, fostering trust, credibility, and long-term loyalty. For businesses, it enhances differentiation in competitive markets, while for customers, it assures quality and consistency. In this symbiotic relationship, brands and consumers thrive together, creating lasting mutual benefits. LG Electronics Nigeria exemplifies this dynamic by…
The 15th L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Young Talents Sub-Saharan Africa Awards have concluded with 30 winners, including five Nigerian scientists: Mary Idowu, Opeyemi Ojueromi, Blessing Olagunju, Joyce Etura, and Magdalene Udobi. Their innovative contributions to science and sustainable development in Africa are honored by the program. Idowu received recognition for her work encouraging sustainable…
PREO is currently accepting applications to assist sub-Saharan Africa in implementing Productive Uses of Renewable Energy (PURE). Businesses looking to test new ideas are welcome to apply for this open call. In sub-Saharan Africa, PURE business models are found in a variety of industries, such as—but not limited to—electric mobility for cab drivers and fishing…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is pleased to announce the release of a Whitepaper on the Framework for an Online Harms Protection Bill in Nigeria. This pivotal document was developed in collaboration with Advocacy for Policy and Innovation (API), an Africa-focused non-profit dedicated to advancing digital innovation and inclusive policy development. The whitepaper…
Techeconomy, a leading voice in Nigeria’s digital media space, has been awarded the Best Supportive Media Partner Presidential Award at the 7th .ng Awards. Organised by the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA), the event took place at the Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos, and celebrated leaders who have leveraged the .ng domain to drive innovation, growth,…
As Northern African nations continue their rapid digital transformation, this expanding connectivity can be viewed both as a vital enabler and a vulnerability. As such, countries such as Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, Libya and Morocco are witnessing a marked increase in DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attacks, underscoring the broader significance of the region’s cybersecurity needs. NETSCOUT’s 1H2024 DDoS Threat Intelligence…
…Gives free Phones and Websites In alignment with MTN Nigeria’s vision for digital transformation and inclusion, S Mobile is making significant strides to support technological advancement and improve access to digital services in Nigeria. By partnering with tertiary institutions and empowering young minds across Southeast Nigeria, S Mobile is playing a pivotal role in MTN’s…
Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), a pioneer and global leader of cyber security solutions, has released its “, emphasizing the growing sophistication of cyber criminals. The report highlights the swift ascent of Androxgh0st, now integrated with the Mozi botnet, as it continues to target critical infrastructure worldwide. Critical infrastructure—spanning energy grids, transportation systems, healthcare…
Intersect, a member-based organization for the Cardano ecosystem, and in close collaboration with Input Output, a leading blockchain infrastructure research and engineering firm, announced the start of the Cardano Constitutional Convention. This landmark three day event takes place across two locations—Nairobi and Buenos Aires—with elected delegates from around the world gathering to shape the future of…
As businesses adopt new technologies and adapt their ways of working to take advantage of the latest digitalisation trends, the unfortunate truth is that they are increasing their cyber risk. Attacks like phishing, Business Email Compromise, ransomware, and credential stuffing are all on a rapid upwards trajectory. They target employees and exploit poor network security…
Thanks to the availability of advanced technology, financial crimes are becoming more sophisticated and complex. From trade-based money laundering and human trafficking to GenAI-enhanced scams, the scale of financial crime today is unprecedented. Fortunately, artificial intelligence (AI), when used responsibly and ethically, can revolutionise the fight against these financial crimes. Of course, AI is not…
Applications for the Climate-Smart Agriculture Angel Network cohort are now being accepted by Scaling Digital Agriculture Innovations via Startups (SAIS) and the African Business Angel Network (ABAN). While SAIS, a project carried out by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH on behalf of the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ),…
In a decisive move toward bridging Nigeria’s digital divide and fostering an inclusive digital economy, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has urged National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members who are serving as Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) Initiative champions to double their efforts in training and sensitising…
The fourth cohort of the Lead(H)er Fellowship has been launched with great pleasure by the tripartite cooperation of Plan International, YouLead Africa, and the African Union Office of the Youth Envoy. Younger female leaders based mostly in Eastern, Southern Africa, and the Middle East are given the option to express interest under this banner. Lead(H)er…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is partnering with the National Universities Commission (NUC) to embed digital literacy as a general course in all Nigerian universities. The Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, CCIE, disclosed this during a courtesy visit to the NUC headquarters in Abuja. According to him, this collaboration builds on…
As part of its mandate to foster digital literacy, cultivate talents and empower Nigerians with the knowledge and skills needed, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has initiated a partnership with the Ministry of Education to revolutionise Nigeria’s educational system This visionary effort to integrate digital literacy comprehensively into Nigeria’s educational framework came to…
With almost 400 million young people between the ages of 15 and 35, Africa has the youngest population in the world. Given that Africa’s population is predicted to reach 2.5 billion by 2050, the continent’s already growing young population is predicted to continue growing. By 2035, there will be more young Africans joining the workforce…
The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Galaxy Backbone, Prof. Ibrahim Adeyanju, has underscored the importance of building sustainable digital infrastructure to fuel Africa’s economic transformation. Presenting a paper titled: Building Digital Infrastructure for a Sustainable Digital Economy at the 2024 edition of Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 4.0) held recently in Lagos, Prof. Adeyanju noted…
According to a recent research, the biggest obstacles facing entrepreneurs in Nigeria’s startup ecosystem are talent, money, and regulatory constraints. The report “A Decade of the Nigerian Venture Ecosystem: Numbers, Insights & Stories,” published by the Lagos-based venture law firm TLP Advisory, offers an examination of the startup scene in Nigeria, highlighting the expansion, difficulties,…
A pilot of PickApp’s electric vehicle (EV) ownership and ride-sharing platform is scheduled to begin in Lomé, the capital of Togo. PickApp, which was co-founded in 2023 by siblings Joseph, Joshua, and Rebecca Olurin, provides a range of services designed to make EVs more accessible to regular people. Among these are an EV ownership service…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), is excited to announce the launch of iHatch Cohort 4, an initiative designed to support Nigeria’s growing startup ecosystem. The programme officially launches in October 2024 and will run through January 2025, providing 185 startups and 37 innovation hubs…
Following the successful conclusion of the second entrepreneurship acceleration program, applications are now being accepted for the third cohort of the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship in Kenya. The Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship is an entrepreneurship acceleration program that was introduced in 2019 and provides funding to promising ed-tech businesses in Africa. It gives ed-tech startups…
With 3.5 billion Reels reshared daily, Trendships embrace the relationships forged while sharing meme-worthy, light-hearted or meaningful content via Direct Messages Instagram has launched a regional campaign to celebrate a form of connection emerging through Direct Messages (DMs). Recognizing how the act of sharing relatable memes and light-hearted content with friends, family and acquaintances is…
Located in Africa, The Continent Venture Partners (TCVP) is an early-stage investment firm that has quietly made 18 investments in the previous three years, supporting tech-driven businesses to help them achieve impact, profitability, and continental reach. TCVP was founded in 2020 by managing partner Carisa Graf-Suleman and general partners Salim Suleman and Olufemi Oyinsan. The…
According to reports, Elon Musk’s xAI is expected to release a stand-alone app as early as next month. Despite being a latecomer to the artificial intelligence (AI) area, xAI has made rapid progress in catching up. The AI company has apparently started testing a free version of the AI model, published a function-calling capability within…
Fifteen firms, groups, and individuals were selected winners at the African leg of the Global Startup Awards (GSA), and they will now go to the global final. Global Startup Awards (GSA) Africa, in conjunction with the Global Innovation Initiative Group (GIIG), recently announced the 15 African winners during the GSA Africa Finale in Cape Town,…
Chief Visionary Officer, Digital Encode Limited, Dr. Obadare Peter Adewale speaking at the Africa Tech Alliance (AfriTECH 4.0) Forum in Lagos, has highlighted the critical roles AI, blockchain, cryptocurrency, and cybersecurity can play in Africa’s technological landscape. Obadare whose presentation titled “Navigating The Future of Technology In Africa: The Intersection of AI, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency and Cybersecurity,” examined…
The third edition of Visa’s biennial Africa Fintech Accelerator, which gives businesses access to resources, industry connections, and mentorship to help them develop their creative solutions, has chosen 19 entrepreneurs from throughout the continent to participate. The Africa Fintech Accelerator was started in 2023 in accordance with Visa’s commitment to invest $1 billion USD in…