Are you an aspiring business owner or software engineer from West Africa prepared to establish a significant AI startup? Applications for the MEST AI Startup Program 2026 are currently being accepted! A chosen group of innovators will graduate from this 12-month, completely immersive program with the technical know-how, commercial acumen, and mentoring required to launch…
While global attention remains fixed on high-profile cyber incidents in North America and Europe, a quieter crisis is unfolding much closer to home. The idea that African markets are too small or insignificant to attract cybercriminals has created a blind spot, leaving networks, businesses, and governments exposed. As a result, the continent has become the…
The globally oriented TractionBoost Accelerator, which helps early-stage firms prepare for pre-seed fundraising, is open to African startups. For early-stage entrepreneurs, the TractionBoost Accelerator is a two-month intense program that focuses on client acquisition and product testing. Its objective is to provide founders the momentum they need to obtain pre-seed capital. Through a structured accelerator…
Village Capital’s Africa Ecosystem Catalysts Facility (AECF), a US$4 million program aimed at investing in startups creating context-specific solutions that improve economic mobility and climate resilience in Ghana, Nigeria, and Tanzania, has announced five Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs) as venture partners. The AECF, which is managed by Village Capital in partnership with the Dutch Entrepreneurial…
As the weather warms up, I’m sweating profusely at my desk and excitedly anticipating the next big ChatGPT launch, which should happen very soon. The CEO of OpenAI, Sam Altman, stated a few weeks ago that ChatGPT-5 is “probably coming sometime this summer.” I’m very sure that summer has arrived as I write this piece…
Applications are now being accepted for the fifth iteration of Visa’s biennial Africa Fintech Accelerator, which gives businesses access to resources, industry contacts, and mentorship to help them develop their creative solutions. Visa is a global payment card network. The Africa Fintech Accelerator, which started in 2023 in accordance with Visa’s commitment to invest US$1…
In Nigeria, the phrase “I dey make am” is more than slang. It is a way of life fuelled by late nights, daily hustles, bold ideas and the determination to push through even when the odds don’t seem to add up. It’s this same mindset that powers ‘Make Am with Meta AI’, a new campaign by…
The Geeks and Founders Alliance for Soludo (GEFAS), a tech-driven network of young professionals, is set to unveil its operational hub on Thursday, 17th July 2025, at 10 Uche Ekwunife Crescent, Iyiagu Estate, Awka, by 11:00 AM. The new GEFAS space will serve as a nerve center for community outreach, digital engagement, and collaboration, reinforcing…
Apply now for the RevUp Women Initiative: Nigeria Edition, an enterprise development program from AfriLabs that aims to boost early-stage, female-led companies in the agribusiness and e-commerce industries by providing them with specialized assistance, capacity building, and access to a vibrant pan-African innovation ecosystem. Requirements E-commerce businesses are defined as companies that sell physical or…
The 2025 “Skills for Business” initiative was started by UpSkill Universe in collaboration with Google and HP Inc. to equip 10,000 SMEs in South Africa and Nigeria with the digital and business skills they need to thrive and survive. By the end of 2025, the program is expected to directly teach 10,000 SMEs and indirectly…
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi CCIE, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to digital literacy as a key driver of economic growth, social inclusion, and national prosperity, which that no meaningful digital economy can thrive without it. Inuwa reiterated this while delivering a presentation titled “Nigeria’sJourneytoaDigitalEconomy” at the…
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has called on business leaders to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) as a collaborative partner in driving innovation and economic growth, rather than viewing it as a threat to human jobs. Speaking during a high-level panel session titled “Builders of the New Nigeria…
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a driving force of the fourth educational revolution and a major carrier of the technological progress that is changing societies and economies globally. Integrating AI into Nigeria`s school curriculum presents a transformative opportunity to improve learning outcomes, enhance teacher’s effectiveness, and enhance quality education. The integration of AI into Nigeria’s school curriculum can…
…The most advanced Galaxy Z series yet, seamlessly blending precision engineering and powerful intelligence to elevate everyday interactions – all in its thinnest and lightest design to date. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has announced Galaxy Z Fold7, a device that brings together the best of Galaxy design, camera functionality and AI innovation in the thinnest and…
Anambra State has reaffirmed its commitment to building a tech-driven and business friendly environment. The State Government led by His Excellency, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR reiterated the commitment at the maiden State Action on Business Enabling Reforms (SABER) technical session and statewide town hall meeting on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, held at the International…
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to achieving 95% digital literacy across Nigeria by the year 2030, with an ambitious milestone of 70% by 2027. This disclosure was made in total alignment with the present administration’s priority areas of reforming…
InnovationHub Africa, the organizers of the prestigious Nigeria Innovation Summit (NIS), have announced the top agenda for the 10th edition of its annual event. The summit is an annual event that brings together critical stakeholders from different sectors of the economy to discuss ground-breaking ideas, trends, opportunities, and numerous verticals to accelerate innovation and solutions…
With Africa’s property market projected to grow at an annual rate of 5.58% from 2025 to 2029, reaching US$21.92 trillion by 2029, according to Statista, largely driven by investor confidence and mega public sector initiative, one key factor stands out – security. Location and pricing, notwithstanding, the security infrastructure of the property plays a crucial…
…Expands Visibility of Internal Exposures within an Organization’s Environment Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced the expansion of its Sophos Managed Risk capabilities with the introduction of Internal Attack Surface Management (IASM) with technology powered by Tenable. Many organizations face critical blind spots in their cyber defenses. In…
Transforming Kitchens into Dynamic Hubs of Color, Music, and Smart Living LG Electronics, a global leader in consumer electronics and home appliances, has just launched the revolutionary MoodUP™ Refrigerator into the Nigerian market, transforming the modern kitchen with an innovative blend of cutting-edge technology, customizable features, and bold, vibrant design. The MoodUP™ Refrigerator isn’t just an appliance, it’s…
Feasibility Study grants The Feasibility Study grant is open to applications from Irish private sector organisations and from eligible African countries, for projects which seek to explore commercial concepts and market opportunities that can contribute to the sustainable transformation and development of Africa’s agri-food system. Applications for Feasibility Studies will be accepted for solo projects…
Kenya is entering a new digital era, one defined by accelerated connectivity, data growth and the move towards artificial intelligence (AI). But to fully make use of these opportunities, the country must address the infrastructure demands driving tomorrow’s digital economy. Across Africa – and notably in Kenya – connectivity has surged. The country is home…
Starting and running a thriving business in Africa is not for the faint-hearted. The terrain is tough, the odds are long, and the survival rate is painfully low. Every year, millions of dreams are launched as small businesses across Africa, but most never make it past the starting line. According to the African Development Bank,…
According to reports, X (previously known as Twitter) intends to compose Community Notes on the platform using artificial intelligence (AI). According to the report, the business has requested that engineers create unique AI agents that can independently confirm the legitimacy of messages and offer unbiased commentary on them. Up until now, the social media platform’s…
Nigeria has started a large-scale national drive to address food insecurity, poverty, youth unemployment, and the growing risk of youth radicalization. The Youth Off The Street Initiative (YOTSI) and the federal government have partnered to create the new program, which is called the YEIDEP Global Donorship Drive and Fundraising Campaign. The Cooperative Youth Farmers and…
AI in agriculture is rapidly shifting from being a distant concept to a practical, transformative tool. But amid all the hype, the real story that has emerged doesn’t focus on the technology itself but on the people using it. Farming data should be like farming land Like any other entrepreneur, farmers operate on instinct, gut…
…Sophos Experience Partner Roadshow 2025 discusses the company’s strategic vision and news for the channel, as well as recognises the work of the most prominent partners More than 90 professionals participated yesterday in Sophos Experience Partner Roadshow 2025, the main annual event in Nigeria for the Sophos channel, a world leader in innovative security solutions to defeat cyberattacks. During a…
The Small and Medium firms Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) and Wema Bank have partnered to create the ground-breaking SMEDAN-Wema Capacity Building Program, which is intended to empower and uplift 800,000 micro, small, and medium-sized firms (MSMEs) throughout Nigeria. This high-impact program is designed to give young business owners and entrepreneurs the essential abilities, know-how,…
In a significant step to turn WhatsApp into a platform that generates income for content producers in Nigeria and other nations, Meta has unveiled three potent new features that will drastically alter the user experience, particularly for channel followers, businesses, and content providers. The most recent changes focus on WhatsApp’s “Updates” tab and offer ways…
In today’s digital world, teens are using social media to connect with their friends, learn, and explore their interests. Instagram has developed a variety of tools to give parents peace of mind, support safer interactions, and empower teens to make thoughtful decisions online. Whether you’re new to the platform or want to stay informed, here…