Infratel, the leading provider of digital infrastructure in Zambia, celebrated a major milestone on Tuesday by formally opening its new headquarters in Lusaka, named Digital House. This facility is a representation of Infratel’s unwavering dedication to fostering innovation and furthering Zambia’s digital transformation. Cornwell Muleya, the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Industrial Development Corporation […]

Nigeria’s fintech industry drew more than $2 billion in investments in 2024, underscoring its growing importance as a key driver of economic growth. According to the nation’s 2024 Economic Report released on Friday, these figures are expected to increase further in 2025 as digital financial services, including e-commerce, digital lending, and mobile banking, become more […]

Binance and AltSchool Africa partnered on December 4, 2024, to offer 500 young Africans full-tuition scholarships to overcome the continent’s digital skills gap. This effort is impactful and timely, as only two percent of the African workforce currently possess digital skills. Read also: AltSchool expands into Europe with focus on tech education and global certification […]

The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) made a landmark move in promoting Nigeria’s digital identity with the inaugural NiRA Tech Convergence 1.0 on November 28, 2024. Held at the Muson Centre, Lagos, the event, themed “Innovating Nigeria’s Digital Future through Tech and Creativity,” celebrated the achievements of the .ng domain while fostering discussions on leveraging […]

The 14th edition of Tech In Ghana held on November 26 and 27, 2024, brought together tech enthusiasts, educators, and thought leaders to explore how technology can reshape education for all learners, regardless of background. The event was an inspiring platform for engaging discussions on how technology, especially EdTech, can break barriers and promote inclusive […]

Google Labs, the tech giant’s innovation hub, unveiled an exciting web-based project named GenChess on November 27, 2024. This experimental platform adds a creative twist to the traditional game of chess by integrating Google’s image generation model, Gemini Imagen 3. This model enables players to design customised chess pieces through text prompts. Read also: Google […]

Founded in 2016 and based in Cotonou, Benin Republic, Iwaju Tech has established itself as a dynamic force in the world of technology. Renowned for its ability to deliver customised, scalable, and proven IT solutions, the company has become a trusted partner for businesses aiming to thrive in an increasingly digital landscape. With an emphasis […]

Injini, a South African ed-tech incubator, and the Mastercard Foundation opened applications for the 2025 EdTech Fellowship on November 11, 2024. This fellowship aims to support startups in South Africa focused on enhancing education through innovative solutions. Fellowship benefits The recently announced EdTech Fellowship provides participating startups with a comprehensive support package that includes direct […]

UAC Nigeria has launched the 1879 Tech Hub, an initiative dedicated to fostering digital innovation and embedding technology into African business operations. The hub, named after UAC’s founding year, represents the company’s strategic move toward leveraging technology as a catalyst for growth, sustainability, and value creation. Speaking at the launch, Group Managing Director of UAC […]

Safaricom unveiled a groundbreaking initiative to empower young Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) through a tech re-skilling program.  This program, which was unveiled on Thursday and focuses on developing digital skills, is in line with Safaricom’s dedication to diversity and adjusting to the rapidly changing digital environment. Currently in its pilot phase, the program will provide […]

Telness Tech announced a new Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) in Nigeria on Wednesday through a strategic partnership with VAS2Nets and Lebara. This initiative is designed to monetise the rapidly growing telecommunications market in Nigeria by providing affordable mobile services supported by state-of-the-art technology. Read also: Treepz eyes global mobility leadership through TAP participation in […]

Andela, a prominent global tech talent marketplace, has teamed with the Linux Foundation’s Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) to train 20,000 African professionals in cloud-native skills. The news was made public at KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America on November 15, 2024. The training program will take place from 2025 to 2027. The cloud computing skills […]

Saudi-based social media platform Bubbl has successfully raised $350,000 in a pre-seed funding round led by angel investor Abdullah Al Dosari, which was announced on Sunday. Aya Alhamoud, an entrepreneur, started Bubbl in March 2024 to change how people use social media in the Kingdom by giving them a platform tailored to their culture and […]

For the first time since February 2024, Nigeria’s internet usage fell in September 2024. The recent verification of National Identification Numbers connected to SIM cards has been mainly blamed for the drop in subscriptions among telecom companies. This was in accordance with the Nigerian Communications Commission’s most recent industry statistics report. In September, data usage […]

In a world where technology evolves faster than we can imagine, a few individuals ride the wave and shape its course. One such figure is Bayomi, a trailblazer in the tech industry whose journey is filled with lessons on adaptability, grit, and relentless innovation. From his humble beginnings in EdTech to becoming a mentor to […]

1app Technologies, a provider of financial technology services, won the highly coveted Fintech Company of the Year award at the 2024 Ibadan Tech Expo on Saturday. The award organisers said they recognised 1app’s unwavering commitment and efforts to provide creative solutions to the challenges faced by Nigerians in making online transactions. The organisers emphasised that […]

In the Forbes’ prestigious list of the richest Americans, David Steward was ranked the wealthiest Black person in America.  The list, which was released in early October, named the tech entrepreneur as the richest black person in America with a net worth of $11.4 billion. The Missouri-based icon rose from $7.6 billion barely a year […]

As technology has drastically changed and inspired all levels of growth in our society, it has also affected how people work across various industries. It has led to the rise of digital nomads – people who earn a living working online and in several locations instead of a fixed one. The term “digital nomad” comes […]

Ibadan, Nigeria, a historic city, is on the verge of becoming the centre of technology innovation. At the prestigious International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan Second Gate, Agbowo, UI, Ibadan, Nigeria, by 9:00 am on September 28th, is when the much-awaited Ibadan Tech Expo 2024 is set to take place. This annual event serves as […]

The Albinism Association of Nigeria (AAN) recently hosted a one-day interactive meeting with media professionals at Elomaz Hotel, Lagos, focusing on amplifying awareness around albinism, advocating for the implementation of the National Albinism Policy, and fostering positive media representation for people with albinism. The event brought together critical civil society, healthcare, and media stakeholders to […]