Entries are now open for HangaPitchFest to investigate the opportunity that exists for technology enabled businesses to solve critical issues in SRH to expedite better results. The program was created by the Government of Rwanda in 2022 through HangaPitchFest to examine the opportunity that exists for technology enabled businesses to solve important issues in SRH…
…The Solutions Include the Threat Exposure Management Platform, Invinsense OXDR, and the Compliance Management Platform, Invinsense GSOS Mart Networks Group, a leading value-added distributor with a presence in the Middle East and Africa, has announced a distribution partnership with Infopercept, a leading platform-led managed security services company. Under this agreement, Mart Networks will serve as…
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, has emphasised the significance of perceiving technology as a neutral instrument that can accelerate Nigeria’s socio-economic advancement. Speaking during a virtual panel session titled “Culture and Innovation: The Changing Landscape and Technoculture,” Inuwa outlined the importance of leveraging technology to balance…
South Africa’s healthcare sector weakened by underfunding, lack of skills and fragmented infrastructure “There was a time when cybercriminals held off from attacking the world’s healthcare institutions for reasons of ethics. But no more,” says Shayimamba Conco, Cyber Security Expert at Check Point Software Technologies, a global leader in cyber security solutions. Conco comments come…
… PAFON 2.0 Special Appearances: Olusoji Solomon Adeyemo, Azure Application and AI Specialist, Microsoft UK., Ibirogba Oluwagunwa, chairman, Lagos State Chapter of AMMBAN, and Olusegun Gabriel Afolabi, co-founder Face Technologies The second edition of Payments Forum Nigeria (PAFON 2.0) is gathering momentum as organisers have unveiled a strong line of speakers. Featuring keynote presentation, fireside…
Five West African businesses that prioritize circularity and regenerative agriculture have received £500,000 in grant financing from TRANSFORM West Africa, an impact accelerator run by Unilever, the UK government, and EY. The British Deputy High Commissioner in Lagos sponsored a reception yesterday night to honor and celebrate these grantees. In order to scale and maximize…
Samsung Electronics has taken a bold step in enhancing user experience and inclusivity by introducing Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba as official language options on selected Samsung Galaxy devices. The feature, which is now available on the Galaxy S25, A56, A36, and A26 devices, reaffirms Samsung’s commitment to delivering innovative technology that speaks the language of its users. With this…
IR and MDR Cases Highlight Attackers Are Exfiltrating Data in Just Three Days Compromised Credentials Top Root Causes for Second Year Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, has released the 2025 Sophos Active Adversary Report, which details attacker behaviour and techniques from over 400 Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and Incident Response…
In order to promote policy reform for just agri-food systems in sub-Saharan Africa, the GRASP Fellowship aims to create a dynamic, highly connected, and intergenerational network of African women policy professionals from a variety of disciplines. A wide range of entities, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, research groups, the commercial sector, civil society,…
By fusing traditional expertise with cutting-edge, environmentally friendly solutions, four visionary entrepreneurs from Zimbabwe and Uganda are revolutionizing the continent’s agricultural systems. As MOURICE MUHOOZI reports from the just finished Eastern Africa Agroecology Conference in Nairobi, their endeavors redefine success by incorporating socioeconomic reform, youth employment, and biodiversity protection into its very foundation. A unique…
Dr. Vincent Olatunji, National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission, has been appointed the Chair of the Anglophone Countries Committee of the Network of Africa Data Protection Authorities (NADPA). This appointment was confirmed at the meeting of the Committee on Wednesday, 2nd April, 2025. The Committee serves as a multilateral platform for promoting data…
The Weaponisation of PDFs : 68% of Cyberattacks begin in you inbox, with 22% of these hiding in PDFs Over 400 billion PDF were opened last year, and 16 billion documents were edited in Adobe Acrobat. Over 87% of organisations use PDFs as a standard file format for business communication, making them ideal vehicles for…
Applications are now open for the 2025 VilCap Empowering Sustainable Entrepreneurship in Africa Program. Empowering Sustainable Entrepreneurship in Africa 2025 is Phase Two of an initiative to strengthen climate innovation across Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, and Tanzania. Eligibility Requirements Eligibility requirements include: Categories Blue Economy Fisheries and aquaculture, marine biotechnology, marine conservation, eco-tourism, and marine litter management. Climate Adaptation…
The $20 million corporate venture fund, Yango Ventures, has been launched by the global ride-hailing and tech conglomerate Yango Group with a focus on early-stage African entrepreneurs. Yango Group, a tech ecosystem based in Dubai, provides ride-hailing, e-grocery, adtech, maps, entertainment services, AI voice assistants, delivery, public transportation data, and more. Through funding and the…
The seventh edition of Africa’s Business Heroes, which gives winning businesses a total of US$1.5 million, is now accepting applications. The Jack Ma Foundation and Alibaba Philanthropy support the ABH competition, a charitable initiative that honors and elevates African entrepreneurs. Since 2019, ABH has given ten worthy entrepreneurs grants totaling US$1.5 million year. In addition,…
According to new data released by the Internet Society, West African countries are making notable strides in digital development, with several countries in the region improving their Internet resilience. This progress underscores the region’s growing commitment to enhancing digital infrastructure, security, and market readiness, ensuring more stable and accessible online services for millions. The Internet…
MarkHack 4.0 is back and is set to create the ultimate platform for startups ready to disrupt the media, marketing, and technology industries. MarkHack is Nigeria’s first-ever marketing and media conference, designed as a collaborative gathering of innovators, entrepreneurs, policymakers, media practitioners, and marketing professionals. This dynamic event aims to create impactful solutions to real-life…
Data is a fundamental, core component of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). However, obtaining large, diverse, and high-quality datasets comes with challenges such as privacy concerns, cost implications, and regulatory constraints. According to Andreas Bartsch, Head of Innovation and Services at PBT Group, this is where synthetic data is stepping in as a…
…Uche Uzoebo, MD/CEO SANEF is the Special Guest Ebehijie Momoh (Mrs), the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of AfriGOPay Financial Services Limited (AFSL), a subsidiary of NIBSS, has been announced as the keynote speaker for the second edition of Payments Forum Nigeria (PAFON 2.0). PAFON 2.0 will be held on Thursday, April 10, 2025 at the…
As Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR, marks three years in office, Anambra State has emerged as a beacon of technological transformation and digital progress. His administration’s strategic investments in ICT have redefined governance, boosted economic growth, and positioned the state as a digital hub in Nigeria. Driving Digital Infrastructure for a Connected Anambra From facilitating…
French President Emmanuel Macron’s ambition to encourage the entrepreneurial spirit and the growth of creative enterprise in Africa gave rise to the DIGITAL AFRICA program. DIGITAL AFRICA is an open and cooperative program that supports African business owners. A FUZE initiative is being implemented by DIGITAL AFRICA, often known as DIGITAL AFRICA, to assist African…
It’s 2025. In a Lagos market, a grocery seller uses an app to predict next week’s prices based on weather patterns and demand spikes to determine inventory levels. A nurse in rural Malawi spots a malaria outbreak weeks early by cross-referencing rainfall data with mobile clinic reports. These aren’t some sort of distant utopia—these are…
Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises(SMBs) are the backbone of most economies accounting for 90% of businesses, over 70% of employment, and 50% of global GDP, according to the United Nations. They drive growth, innovation, and job creation worldwide. In Nigeria, they play a crucial role in stimulating local economies and contributing to the country’s GDP. Recognising…
In today’s digital age, the rules of business have changed dramatically. For every business, the competition is no longer the shop next door but a global marketplace driven by digital disruptions. The digital era has transformed the way businesses operate, offering immense opportunities. The once-insurmountable barriers to entry have crumbled, allowing businesses to reach customers…
Automated processes across banking, financing, insurance and other financial services are dependent on complex infrastructures that span both on-premises data centres and cloud service providers. This dependency on third-party service providers and technology vendors puts financial organisations at significant risk. It is therefore a welcome fact that local financial institutions are facing a pressing cybersecurity…
Whether you’re building a mobile app, designing a sleek landing page, or shaping a physical product, there’s a quiet but powerful force at play behind the scenes: design principles. These are high-level guidelines which if followed, can help ensure that the software we create is of a high standard. Design principles form the backbone of…
Many small businesses jump into digital marketing expecting instant results, only to be frustrated when their efforts don’t lead to sales. The truth is, digital marketing works—but only when done right. If you’re not seeing results, you’re likely making one of these mistakes: Some Common Reasons Digital Marketing Fails No Clear Strategy Many businesses run…
After receiving applications from a record 30 countries, the Royal Academy of Engineering has selected 16 engineering innovators from seven African nations to be on its shortlist for the 2025 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation. With the goal of encouraging, honoring, and rewarding innovation and entrepreneurship throughout sub-Saharan Africa, the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation…
The second iteration of Y Combinator-backed fintech Grey’s “UpGreyed Her” initiative has begun, providing women entrepreneurs with $9,500 in equity-free scholarships. This represents a 19% increase in investment compared to the previous year. Grey’s UpGreyed Her financial inclusion program aims to empower female entrepreneurs by giving them the money they need to grow their companies….
In a resounding commitment to bridging gender digital divide, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs (FMWA), has taken a decisive step toward closing the gender digital divide by presenting the National Gender Digital Inclusion Strategy (NGDIS) at the United Nations 69th Session of the Commission…