L-r: Olaifa Opeyemi, Cybersecurity Consultant, Digital Encode Limited, responding to questions during a fireside chat with Joan Aimengheuwa, senior Content Writer at TechEconomy, at AfriTECH 3.0
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Digital Encode Highlights How Emerging Technologies Drive Cyber Threats at AfriTECH 3.0

Digital Encode Limited, a prominent consulting and integration firm, has stated that in its 20 years of existence, it has certified numerous organizations with various certifications. These span from ISO certifications to conducting Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI-DSS) for both Nigerian and international companies. Digital Encode, which prides itself as the number one…

Grindstone Accelerator Program

South Africa: 15 Green Businesses Qualifies for Grindstone Accelerator Program

The Anglo American Foundation (AAF) has chosen fifteen South African green enterprises for the Grindstone programme, which aims to develop entrepreneurs in the green sector. According to Disrupt Africa, the AAF has teamed with Grindstone, an accelerator famous for designing high-growth startups, in order to cultivate sustainable practices and promote environmental stewardship, with a particular…

Startups dialogue at the WorldStage Economic Summit 2023
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WorldStage Economic Summit 2023: Stakeholders Brainstorm on Success Strategies for Startups

Pioneer and successful players in startup businesses have unanimously advised that success could only come in the way of upcoming entrepreneurs through passion and perseverance rather than the desire to get rich quick. They gave the advice on Thursday at the breakout session on the WorldStage Economic Summit 2023 held at the event centre of…

Brand Naming

SEO Content Creation: The Role of Keywords in Brand Naming

Digital marketing continues to be an ever-evolving environment, and SEO and branding convergence have opened up exciting new avenues of growth. One such field is keyword integration into brand naming – an approach that improves online visibility and strengthens brand identity. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve deep into SEO content creation, exploring its vast…

Guideli

How 2 Nigerian students in the United States founded Guideli,as a customized migration tool

Guideli, a Nigerian-founded firm, is a settlement management application that offers specialized relocation resources and simplifies the complex immigration processes. Its two co-founders came up with the idea while studying in the United States (US). Guideli, founded by Daniel Jayeoba and Oyebade Adepegba, uses artificial intelligence to empower and guide immigrants every step of the…

Palmpay, AfriTECH 3.0

Why PalmPay Is Playing Big in the Digital Banking Space- Chika Nwosu

PalmPay, a leading Africa-focused fintech platform, has said that the future of money is now; therefore, the company has put in place adequate infrastructure, and the right measures to ensure that its millions of customers are guaranteed adequate security. Speaking while making a presentation titled “Future of Money, Security, Customer Experience (CX)” at the Africa Tech…

Fez Delivery
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Fez Delivery sets to transform the Logistics sector, with the launch eco-friendly Electric Bikes

Fez Delivery, a leading last-mile delivery service connecting businesses and markets, is thrilled to announce the launch of “FEZ ECO,” its innovative line of electric bikes. This launch signifies a substantial leap towards a cleaner, more economical, and efficient solution for goods transportation, underlining Fez Delivery’s dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility. With the growling…

Africa Business Club
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Harvard’s Africa Business Club is Inviting Startups to the New Venture Competition, $50k Cash Prizes up for Grabs

The Africa Business Club at Harvard Business School is hosting the New Venture Competition, where entrepreneurs can compete for cash prizes of up to US$50,000. Applications are now being accepted. The New Venture Competition, which aims to highlight the range of entrepreneurs making an impact on the continent today, will be a feature of the…

Omolaraeni

McEnies CEO, Omolaraeni Conferred With Honorary Doctoral Degree, Excellence Business Leader Award From Overseas Institutions

A prestigious College of business and management in the UK MGIBES, in partnership with HonorCrest Institute, Canada and Theophany University, Hait, North America have jointly conferred on Omolaraeni Olaosebikan an honorary doctorate degree in Strategic Leadership and Business Management. Dr. Omolaraeni who is the CEO of McEnies Global Communications also bagged an award of Global…

Idea Dinner

Firm To Organize Idea Dinner To Foster Dialogue Among ICT Influential Leaders

The management of TechLife Media & Communications Limited is billed to host IDEA DINNER for Chief Executive Officers that will foster dialogue around challenges in telecommunications, IT and indeed the digital economy. In a statement in Lagos, Ugochi Emmanuel, Project Coordinator said Engr Gbenga Adebayo, President of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria…

Ifeanyi Akosionu, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of inq.Digital Nigeria
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inq.Digital Explains Service Offerings Through Technology’s Value Chain

inq.Digital Nigeria, a leading-edge solutions provider has said that its service offering entails letting its customers and partners through the entire value chain of technology, from connectivity, which is a bedrock of technology, all the way down to software. Speaking at the Africa Tech Alliance (AfriTECH 3.0) Forum held on Wednesday at The Providence Hotel,…

LLC
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Startup Battlefield: Why VCs Prefer C-Corps over LLCs for Startups

I have had many founders reach out that they want to set up a Delaware company, but often get confused on whether or not to register a C-corporation or a Limited Liability Company (LLC) based on their business model or structure.  It’s natural to wonder which option would be better suited for your needs especially when you are…

CoinEx
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10 Things You Need to Know About CoinEx

The global growth and adoption of digital property and Blockchain technology has inevitably extended its reach to Nigeria, where CoinEx, a renowned cryptocurrency exchange, has been actively contributing to the development of the Nigerian Blockchain economy since the appointment of its first effective Nigerian partner in 2021. Established in December 2017, CoinEx is a global…

L-r: Chike Onwuegbuchi, Chairman, NITRA and Co-Convener, Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH); Temitayo Oduwole, Head of IT and Payments at PalmPay; Reuben Muoka, Director of Public Affairs at Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC); Peter Oluka, Editor, Techeconomy and Co-Convener, AfriTECH; Muhammad Rudman, CEO, Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN), and Gbolahan Awonuga, Head of Operations, Association of Licensed Telecoms Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), at AfriTECH 3.0 and ATAEx Awards 2023 held at The Providence Hotel, Ikeja Lagos, November 08, 2023.
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AfriTECH 3.0: TaaS, Infrastructure Deployment Convergence, New Era in Tech Advancement- Maida

The Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has said that the convergence of Technology-as-a-Service and infrastructure deployment marks a new era in technological advancement. He said the emergence of Technology-as-a-Service (TaaS) stands as a beacon of innovation, providing businesses with the tools to adapt, grow, and thrive…

Sh'Innovates Africa Conference 2023
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Sh’Innovates Africa Conference 2023: Creating Africa’s Future Innovators and Tech Leadership among Women.

Sh’Emerge International is proud to announce the inaugural Sh’Innovates Africa Conference 2023, an event that marks a milestone in the tech industry’s journey towards diversity, innovation, and the empowerment of women. With a distinguished lineup of speakers, a focus on knowledge sharing, and an emphasis on the vital role women play in Africa’s tech sector,…

Elon Musk Twitter

Elon Musk Launches AI Chatbot ‘Grok’ to Rival ChatGPT

The first artificial intelligence model produced by xAI, a business founded by the proprietor of the microblogging site formerly known as Twitter, has been shown by Elon Musk. The ‘Grok’ AI model is intended to rival products provided by OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft, the companies that created ChatGPT. Additionally, it will feature a satirical side…

AfriTECH 3.0

Aminu Maida to Lead Discussions at AfriTECH 3.0

The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, will deliver the keynote address at the third edition of the Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 3.0) scheduled for tomorrow, November 8th November, 2023 at the Providence Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos. Themed: “Technology-as-a-Service (TaaS) in Emerging Economy”, which reminds us that with…

PalmPay
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PalmPay to Lead “Future of Money, Security and CX” Discussions at AfriTECH 3.0

PalmPay, a leading African-focused fintech company committed to driving financial inclusion through technology, will lead the discussions on future of money, Fintech app security/safety and customer experience (CX), at the third Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 3.0). AfriTECH 3.0 is scheduled to hold this Wednesday, November 08 2023 at The Providence Hotel, Oba Akinjobi Street,…

TotalEnergies

Meet TotalEnergies, the Proud Sponsor of the 2023 Nigeria Innovation Experience Talks (NiX Talks)

The Nigeria Innovation Summit 2023 which was held on October 6th, 2023 with the theme, “Innovating for the Future”, received huge support from TotalEnergies, who powered the Nigeria Innovation Experience Talks (NiX Talks). The NiX Talks celebrate local ingenuity and innovators building key solutions to address very nuanced local challenges away from the stereotypical narratives about Nigeria and Africa. TotalEnergies is…

Art of Technology 5.0
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Anticipation and Excitement as Tech Enthusiasts and Creatives Gear Up for Art of Technology 5.0 in Lagos

The city of Lagos is agog with enthusiasm as tech entrepreneurs and creative enthusiasts ignite their anticipation and excitement for the biggest tech ecosystem event in Africa – Art of Technology – scheduled to be held in December at the Landmark Event Center, Victoria Island, Lagos. Art of Technology Lagos (AOT) is an annual tech conference…

Anambra and Decent Jobs

Anambra State Government Partners Decent Job Tech Skills on Code Anambra Program

The Anambra State Government, through the Solution Innovation District (SID), has partnered with Decent Job Tech Skills Ltd., on its software development program called ‘Code Anambra’. This is a comprehensive training program to empower Ndi Anambra with advanced digital skills and opportunities in the global tech industry. Code Anambra is designed to equip Anambra youths…

CoinEx

Meet CoinEx, the Proud Sponsor of the 2023 Nigeria Innovation Summit

The Nigeria Innovation Summit 2023 which was held on October 6th, 2023 with the theme, “Innovating for the Future”, was successfully concluded with the participation of delegates and stakeholders across the globe, who were part of the hybrid event. The Summit in its 8th year is an annual event that brings together stakeholders from different sectors of Nigeria’s economy, governments,…

AI
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UK unites with global partners to accelerate development using AI

UK and partners to fund safe and responsible AI projects for development around the world, beginning in Africa, with £80 million collaboration announced at AI Safety Summit funding will support home-grown AI expertise and computing power in Africa and help the continent’s AI innovators boost growth and support the continent’s long-term development the UK AI for Development…

Microsoft

South Africa: Microsoft Join Forces With YES to Equip 300,000 Youths with AI Training

An innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) training initiative, made possible by a partnership between Microsoft South Africa and the Youth Employment Service (YES), will equip 300,000 young South Africans with digital skills and promote creativity, employment, and economic growth in the future. The recent Microsoft South Africa’s A New Era with AI event in Sandton highlighted…

Smartphone
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Kenya Unveils its First Local Smartphone Assembling Plant in East Africa

Kenyans may now purchase reasonably priced cellphones that are locally made thanks to the opening of the cutting-edge East Africa Device Assembly Kenya Limited in Athi River. The establishment of the device assembly facility was a collaborative effort between international device manufacturers and local mobile network operators. The gadgets will retail for Sh7,499 and be…

AfriTECH 3.0
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NCC, ZOHO, ADC, Inq., OADC, Others Sponsor AfriTECH 3.0, ATAEx Awards

Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Zoho Nigeria, Digital Encode Limited, Inq.Digital, Notion Technologies limited have thrown their weight behind the third edition of the Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 3.0) to be held on 8th of November 2023 at the Providence Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, Themed: “Technology-as-a-Service (TaaS) in Emerging Economy”, AfriTECH 3.0 is also supported by Comercio Limited, Open…

Tuyva Benibo

Meet 8-year-old Nigerian, Tuyva Benibo, the Winner of a Global Coding Contest

Tuyva Benibo, an 8-year-old kid, won the Outstanding Animation category at the International Kids Coding Competition (IKCC), continuing a trend of young Nigerians who represent their nation with pride on a global scale. In an interview, Benibo encourages young kids to learn to code and discusses his motivation for pulling off the accomplishment.   8-year-old…

NDPC

NDPC and Ministry of Interior Forge Strategic Alliance to Safeguard Personal Data Integrity

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) team, led by the National Commissioner/CEO, Dr Vincent Olatunji, conducted an advocacy visit to the Honourable Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, at his office in Abuja to raise awareness about Data Protection on October 27, 2023. Dr Olatunji emphasized the increasing digitization of the world and its impact on…

Africa Tech Festival

Top 10 Finalists Emerge for Africa Tech Festival’s Start-Up World Cup

The top ten candidates from the AfricaIgnite Pitch Competition have been revealed by the Africa Tech Festival. On December 1st, these competitors will compete for the chance to represent Africa at the Startup World Cup. From November 14–16, in Cape Town, there will be an Africa Tech Festival featuring the AfricaIgnite Pitch Competition. A large…