LG Electronics Nigeria Ends 2024 with Prestigious Awards for Innovation and Consumer Excellence

LG Electronics Nigeria Ends 2024 with Prestigious Awards for Innovation and Consumer Excellence

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…

L'Oréal-UNESCO

5 Nigerian women among 30 African young scientists granted the L’Oréal-UNESCO Prize 2024.

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

Applications open for Powering Renewable Energy Opportunities (PREO) Programme 2025

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…

NITDA

NITDA and API  Release Whitepaper on the Framework for an Online Harms Protection Bill

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

Techeconomy Honoured as NiRA Best Supportive Media Partner at 7th .NG Awards

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,…

S Mobile

S Mobile Provides Ease of Data and Airtime Subscription for Nigerian Students

…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…

Cardano

Africa Takes Center Stage as Cardano Constitutional Convention Kicks Off in Nairobi

 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…

Climate-Smart Agriculture Angel Network

Climate-Smart Agriculture Angel Network applications are now being accepted.

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),…

NITDA Inspires NYSC Members

DL4ALL: DG NITDA Inspires NYSC Members to lead Nigeria’s Digital Literacy Initiative

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…

Lead(H)er Fellowship

The Lead(H)er Fellowship 2025 for Young Women in Africa [Cohort 4] is now accepting applications.

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…

NITDA

NITDA Partners with NUC to expand Digital Literacy across Universities

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…

NITDA

NITDA Partners Ministry of Education to Embed Digital Literacy in Nigeria’s Education System

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…

Doballi

Doballi redefines remote work recruitment for Africa’s top digital talent.

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…

iHatch programme

iHatch Cohort 4: Empowering Nigeria’s Future Innovators and Startups

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…

Mastercard Foundation EdTech

Applications open for 3rd Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship in Kenya

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…

TCVP

Africa-based VC firm TCVP has made 18 early-stage investments in the last 3 years.

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…

Elon Musk’s xAI

Elon Musk’s xAI is reportedly planning to launch a ChatGPT-like standalone app soon.

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…

AfriTECH 4.0

AfriTECH 4.0: Obadare Highlights How African Countries Can Benefit from Emerging Technologies

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…

Nigeria's creative sector

New programme launched to help women, youth thrive in Nigeria’s creative sector

Venture Garden Group (VGG), a Nigerian VC company, is partnering with Ascend Studios and USAID to create innovative and capable projects to help women and young people thrive in Nigeria’s creative sector. Africa Creative Blueprint strengthens Nigerian youth with the skills and resources they need to compete in the creative industry and elevates Nigerian creatives…

AI

Transforming utilities with AI: Embracing a new era of smart, predictive, and efficient solutions

The global artificial intelligence (AI) in energy and utilities market was valued at USD 10.56 billion in 2023 and is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.9% during the forecast period, reaching USD 45.78 billion by 2030. Over the past decade, the utilities industry has undergone significant evolution. The methods for…

Sophos Cyber Monday

Prepare for Black Friday & Cyber Monday: Keep Your Organization Safe

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday around the corner, we’re entering a high-risk period for cybersecurity. A recent Sophos report highlights that malicious emails were the second most common root cause of ransomware attacks in critical sectors, responsible for 25% of cases.During peak shopping days, this threat intensifies. Here’s what happens: with the surge in…

Meta Youth Summit
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Meta Holds Inaugural Youth Summit in Nigeria to Foster Innovation and Empowerment

Meta recently hosted its first Youth Summit in Lagos, Nigeria, bringing together over 200 young professionals, students, recent graduates, creatives, tech enthusiasts and aspiring entrepreneurs.  Themed ‘Empowering Youth Through Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship’, the summit included a series of thought-provoking panel discussions, a mentoring session  and an interactive workshop designed to equip young Nigerians with…

Naseni and Afrilab

AfriLabs and NASENI collaborate to build an innovation hub for Nigerian tech entrepreneurs.

Nigeria’s National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) and the Pan-African hubs network AfriLabs have teamed up to establish an innovation lab that will assist startups and young innovators throughout Nigeria in commercializing ground-breaking technologies and promoting sustainable economic growth. By connecting technological hubs, companies, investors, and other important ecosystem players, AfriLabs is a…

FREEE Recycle
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Building a Circular Economy: FREEE Recycle’s Journey in Sustainable Tyre Management

Nigeria generates approximately 32 billion tonnes of solid waste annually, making it one of the highest waste-producing countries in Africa. Unfortunately, only a fraction of this waste is treated and disposed of properly, leading to a buildup of pollution and an uncalculated amount of waste recycling revenue lost annually. Amid Nigeria’s ongoing waste management challenges,…

NEC and Naseni

NEC Calls on States to Harness NASENI Innovations for Nigeria’s Industrial Growth

The National Economic Council (NEC) has urged state governments to adopt and patronize technological innovations developed by the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI). According to the Council, the States’ patronage of local technology has become imperative to accelerate Nigeria’s industrialization NASENI’s Director of Information, Olusegun Ayeoyenikan, disclosed in a statement released on…

Galaxy Backbone

Galaxy Backbone Partners with Bauchi State to Enhance Digital Infrastructure

Galaxy Backbone (GBB) and the Bauchi State Government have entered into a strategic partnership to enhance digital infrastructure and ICT-related services across the state. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed by Professor Ibrahim A. Adeyanju, Managing Director/CEO of Galaxy Backbone, and His Excellency, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Muhammed, Governor of Bauchi State. This collaboration leverages…

Africa Tech Alliance Excellence [ATAEx] Awards

Meet the Winners of 2024 Africa Tech Alliance Excellence [ATAEx] Awards

…Kashifu Inuwa, NITDA DG, receives Digital Transformation Leadership Award …Dr. Ayotunde Coker named ATAEx Man of the Year …QNET, GBB, Digital Encode, Tecom, others win  The Africa Tech Alliance (ATAEx) Awards has, again, lived up to expectations by honouring individuals, organizations, and initiatives that have made significant impact on Africa’s tech ecosystem, focusing on categories…

The representative of Kashifu Inuwa, the DG NITDA , Engr Ya'u Isa Garba, at the 8th Annual Research Fair and Exhibition at Nassarawa State University, Keffi.

DG NITDA Advocates Innovation for Nigeria’s Sustainable Development

The Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE has reiterated the critical role of innovation in driving Nigeria’s sustainable development, economic diversification, and global competitiveness. Inuwa made this remark while delivering a keynote address at the 8th Annual Research Fair and Exhibition of Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), where he called…

Mr. Biram Fall, the Regional General Manager, QNET Sub-Saharan Africa at Afritech

African Can Expand Access to Financial Security via eCommerce – QNET Regional Manager

Mr. Biram Fall, the Regional General Manager, QNET Sub-Saharan Africa, has said that with over 350 million unbanked adults, there is a significant potential of financial inclusion and digital solutions for Africa, and a vast opportunity to expand access to financial security, event through electronic commerce (eCommerce). Speaking as a lead presenter at the recent…

Data Centre Trends 2025
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Data Centre Trends 2025: Vertiv Predicts Industry Efforts to Support, Enable, Leverage and Regulate AI

Innovation in powering and cooling AI racks, management of energy consumption and emissions all to be a focus in new year AI continues to reshape the data centre industry, a reality reflected in the projected 2025 data centre trends from Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions. Vertiv experts anticipate increased…