… Throws Weight behind Governor Peter Mbah’s Youth Empowerment Goals A serial entrepreneur, Kingsley Adonu, the founder/ chairman of S Mobile Group, has disclosed plans to commission an innovation centre in Enugu State, codenamed S Mobile Tech Hub. The Tech Hub, he said, is a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative of S Mobile Group to…
The Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) Prize Competition has begun its sixth annual Africa’s Entrepreneurial Competition, which aims to identify ten extraordinary entrepreneurs who are working to make a good difference in their communities. As ABH approaches its sixth year, it invites entrepreneurs from around Africa to pitch on the continent’s largest entrepreneurial platform. ABH encourages…
The IFC today released the names of 100 women-led business entrepreneurs who have been chosen to participate in the She Wins Africa project. This IFC-led project aims to increase access to funding for women-led enterprises in Sub-Saharan Africa. According to a statement shared with Technect, the She Wins Africa program is part of the IFC’s…
Dream VC, Africa’s top supplier of venture capital training curricula, has launched applications for the 2024 cohort. The programmes, which are now in their third year and have taught over 170 African and Africa-focused investment professionals, will provide a specialized curriculum, practical training, and access to investors throughout the program. Mark Kleyner and Cindy Ai…
Applications are now available for UNICEF StartUp Lab, a six-month accelerator program for innovative Ghanaian entrepreneurs and businesses aiming to promote the Sustainable Development Goals for children and young people. The UNICEF StartUp Lab programme, launched in 2019, is led by UNICEF in Ghana, supported by KOICA, and implemented by MEST Africa. It provides extensive…
In a monumental leap toward transforming Anambra State into a smart mega city, Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR, has reaffirmed his commitment to a technologically advanced future for the state, through the launch of the pilot phase of the Public Wi-Fi initiative tagged Solution Wi-Fi. Driven by the Anambra State ICT Agency in collaboration with…
As part of efforts towards advancing Information and Technology (IT) development in Nigeria, Anambra and Lagos States have agreed to a collaborative partnership that will see to the strengthening of their respective IT ecosystems. This collaborative effort which stemmed from bilateral meetings with the IT Ecosystem members during the Reverse Trade Mission in the United…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), which published legislation to regulate the activities of digital asset providers many months ago, has instructed its telecom carriers to restrict access to websites related to cryptocurrencies, including well-known sites like Binance, OctaFX, and Coinbase. This action is a reaction to the CBN’s December 2023 decision to revoke its…
In order to give 774 local government areas (LGAs) in Nigeria dependable internet connectivity, the federal government has started an initiative. Bosun Tijani, minister of communications, innovation, and digital economy, announced the initiative named “Project 774 LG Connectivity” in a post via X on Monday. He said the project is a significant step towards fulfilling…
A nonprofit organization called Creative Space Startups is now accepting applications for the third Growth-4Her cohort, which will choose 100 women-led SMEs in Nigeria and Cameroon for empowerment. In order to oversee the management of the Cohort, Growth4Her collaborates with Creative Space Startups, Socio Capital Impact Group, The Learning Gate, and ActivSpaces. The goal of…
In a bid to recognize and applaud the ingenuity driving Africa’s technological evolution, the inaugural Cenfortech Tech Innovation Awards 2024 have officially opened applications. With a keen eye on the trailblazers reshaping the continent’s tech landscape, the awards aim to honor those at the forefront of innovation, problem-solving, and visionary leadership within the industry. About…
To improve connection and digital services, IHS Cameroon has started the “Tower Kiosk” project in the rural Cameroonian settlements of Idenau, Santa, and Tombel in the northwest and southwest. These kiosks will help local companies and entrepreneurs by providing free internet connection. Along with gathering community health data, they will serve as a digital infrastructure…
The AWIEF Growth Accelerator for South Africa, a flagship enterprise development programme designed to support early-stage and high-growth women-owned and women-led SMEs with growth strategy training, corporate advisory, mentoring, networks, and access to finance, is now accepting applications for the 2024 cohort. The AWIEF Growth Accelerator, which has been in operation since 2017, will be…
Meta, in cooperation with Ingressive for Good, an edtech organization dedicated to enhancing the earning potential of African youth in the tech industry, is awarding scholarships to at least 5,000 young people in Nigeria, South Africa, Côte d’Ivoire, and Kenya to help them succeed in their digital careers. This dynamic cooperation intends to meet the…
African startups are invited to apply for Archipelagos, a multi-year international collaboration programme aimed at promoting the growth of African SMEs and improving their access to financial markets. Archipelagos, developed by Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP), the Italian financial institution for international development cooperation, and supported by the European Commission, will provide access to a…
Microsoft has released a big update to its AI assistant platform, Copilot. Microsoft Copilot has undergone a design overhaul a year after its launch, which the firm claims would give the platform a “streamlined look and feel”. The redesigned interface includes a carousel of prompt suggestions to assist users comprehend the AI tool’s potential. The…
The Western Cape’s Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDAT) has opened applications for its Business Technology & Innovation Support Fund, which aims to address the issue of low productivity in Western Cape firms and exceed international standards through the use of technology and digital transformation. The Western Cape Government’s Growth for Jobs Strategy aims…
The 4th iteration of Nomfro Technologies’ Entrepreneurship Empowerment Project (NTEEP), which will provide 500 more companies the chance to connect with other like-minded business owners, is now accepting applications. Launched in 2020, NTEEP is a comprehensive assistance program designed to give business owners the tools, know-how, and network they need to grow their companies in…
10 businesses—five of them from Africa—have been chosen to participate in Startup Boost, an international initiative for social impact entrepreneurs managed by the tech consulting firm tretton37, based in Sweden. Tech consultancy firm tretton37 works with Telia, Klarna, Paradox Interactive, Tibber, and ICA, among others. Launched in late 2023, Startup Boost provides free assistance to…
Anambra State Government, led by Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR, continues to make giant and groundbreaking strides in the realm of technology. In recognition of Anambra’s commitment to a digital future, the MD/CEO of Anambra State ICT Agency was selected by the US Consulate Lagos as part of the Reverse Trade Mission (RTM) Delegates on…
Apple has begun accepting applications for its annual Swift Student Challenge, a global competition for children hoping to become developers. The competition requires competitors to demonstrate their coding abilities and creativity through app playgrounds. Every year, the Cupertino-based computer behemoth selects 350 winners from among the contestants. This year, Apple will select 50 excellent submissions…
Qualcomm, a leading global provider of wireless technology, is now accepting applications for its Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program. This program provides companies with access to engineers, coaching, and advice on intellectual property protection. The NASDAQ-listed company An American multinational company called Qualcomm develops wireless technology-related semiconductors, software, and services. According to Disrupt Africa,…
The first half of President Joseph Nyumah Boakai’s term will see the digital education of over ten thousand Liberian youngsters empowered. On Monday, January 29, 2024, Mr. Boakai revealed the idea at his inaugural State of the Nation Address (SONA) in the Capitol. He reassured parliamentarians that during the next six years, the goal of…
Fliprecharge, a Value-Added Service (VAS) startup in Nigeria, has proudly announced a monumental milestone, achieving over 200 million Naira in transactions since its go-live in August 2023. This milestone reflects the app’s strong market presence and vital role in providing affordable telecom services to Nigerians. Founded in 2022 by Kayode Shoyemi, Fliprecharge has quickly become…
Financial industry experts are warming up for the first edition of Payments Forum Nigeria (PAFON), scheduled for the first quarter of this year. The Payments Forum Nigeria is a cross-industry platform focused on addressing issues that require broad cooperation and coordination across many constituents in the payments industry. Payments Forum Nigeria which will take place…
With the likes of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation expected to take over many repetitive tasks, companies globally are trying to fill scarce skills in IT, data analytics, and even AI itself. Advanced technologies are creating opportunities for the next-generation of data professionals who are willing to adapt and leverage their tech-mindedness in this new…
Anambra State’s ascent to technological excellence reached new heights as it clinched the First Runner-up position in E-Government Implementation at the recent 11th National Council on Communication, Innovation, and Digital Economy (NCCIDE) meeting held in Kano. The award not only spotlights Anambra’s dedication to tech-driven governance but also highlights a series of groundbreaking achievements in…
Anambra State has emerged as a force to be reckoned with, securing an incredible four prestigious awards during the ICT peer review session at the 11th National Council on Communication, Innovation and Digital Economy (NCCIDE) meeting held in Kano. The meeting was chaired by the Honorable Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun…
The Anambra State Government represented by a resourceful delegation from the State ICT Agency, led by the MD/CEO Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata, is actively participating in the 11th General Meeting of the National Council on Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy (NCCIDE). The week-long event, which commenced on Monday, 22nd January, to end on Friday, 26th January,…
For 1,500 secondary school students, the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy is preparing to start a Build-A-Thon program. A statement claims that pupils from 150 schools spread over three locations—Owerri, Maiduguri, and Abeokuta—will participate in the four-day event. A Build-A-Thon, according to the organizers, is an ecosystem that provides a range of…