Despite global economic challenges, Africa’s startup ecosystem demonstrated resilience in 2024, raising $2.2 billion, a 31 percent decline from 2023. However, October marked a recovery, with $254 million raised, the highest since 2019. Kenya led with $638 million, while Nigeria regained its top spot with $520 million.  Despite the overall dip, the number of megadeals […]

Restream.io was founded in 2015 by Andrew Surzhynskyi and Alexander Khuda to simplify the complex world of live streaming. Originating from the need to broadcast content to multiple platforms simultaneously without the technical hassle, Restream.io was born out of a passion for making streaming accessible and efficient for creators of all levels. Based in the […]

Africa’s tech ecosystem reached a milestone in 2024, with over $6 billion raised in funding, according to Partech Africa. From fintech giants to health-tech breakthroughs, the continent is proving its place in the global digital economy. But one question remains: how can African brands and businesses effectively connect with their audiences in a world increasingly […]

Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), has emphasised the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in addressing Nigeria’s developmental challenges across multiple sectors.  During her keynote speech at the 10th convocation ceremony of the African University of Science and Technology (AUST) in Abuja on Tuesday, she urged stakeholders to embrace […]

In collaboration with Samsung and Qualcomm, Google unveiled Android XR on December 12, 2024. This platform extends reality and enhances how we explore, connect, and create. Its introduction marks a significant leap into the realm of extended reality (XR), which combines virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR) into a seamless user […]

Nigerian fraud-related slangs Yahoo, 419, and Yahoo boy are among the 20 new words added to the Oxford English Dictionary (OED), underscoring the growing prevalence of internet scams orchestrated by some individuals in Nigeria and shedding light on a deeper issue of young people scheming their way to wealth. The OED’s latest update, released January […]

As the clock struck midnight on January 1, 2025, individuals across the globe celebrated the promise of new beginnings —another opportunity to fulfill their goals and aspirations. For many people, this time of year is associated with setting New Year’s resolutions—personal commitments that often spark hope and ambition. For some, new year resolutions could mean […]

Coursera on Thursday announced its Job Skills Report 2025, revealing the top 10 tech skills anticipated to be in high demand.  Founded by Daphne Koller and Andrew Ng, Coursera has become a major player in online learning, helping people gain the skills they need for the modern job market. Read also: 7 African startups bringing […]

For many Nigerians, pursuing a career in technology feels like an uphill battle. The journey is  bristling with systemic challenges such as limited access to quality education, unreliable infrastructure, and limited mentorship opportunities. These barriers are not unique to Nigeria, as countless individuals across the globe grapple with similar obstacles. However, stories of those who […]

In the fast-evolving landscape of enterprise software, AI is not just an add-on but the core of new platforms. During a recent interview on YouTube with Creation AI’s CEO, Katherine Kostevera, the conversation delved into how Creation is challenging established giants like Salesforce and ServiceNow in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and workflow automation through its […]

Microsoft released a remarkable Phone Link software upgrade on Wednesday, enabling seamless file sharing between iPhones and Windows PCs. This approach intends to improve cross-platform functionality across Apple and Microsoft ecosystems. Read also: ChatGPT and Sora suffer major outage amid high demand Enhanced connectivity for users The update enables Windows Insiders to transfer files such […]

As Nigeria’s tech ecosystem evolves, the adoption of DevOps—a methodology that merges software development and IT operations—is critical for businesses aiming to achieve efficiency, scalability, and collaboration. However, infrastructural challenges, such as unreliable internet, inconsistent power supply, and limited access to cloud infrastructure, pose significant hurdles to widespread DevOps adoption. Read also: How fintech companies […]

The way we use our living areas is being completely transformed by smart home technology, which also improves our everyday efficiency, security, and comfort. Envision a house with lights that switch on automatically as soon as you enter a room or streetlights outside that turn on when someone comes to make the place safer. African […]