Mastercard Boosts Africa Digital Payments by 45% in 2025
Mastercard expanded its African acceptance network by 45% in 2025, driving SME growth and financial inclusion. Discover how this powers the continent's $1.5 trillion digital future.
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Russia-Africa Partnership Forum meets in Egypt to boost cooperation
Russia pledges expanded cooperation with Africa at Cairo ministerial conference. Trade exceeds $27bn, with focus on industrial growth, security, and education. Details inside.
TheBeckyJoe Targets Guinness Record with Massive Marketing Lesson
Nigerian social media expert TheBeckyJoe plans to break a Guinness World Record by teaching over 3,000 people how to earn money online. Her mission: turn smartphones into income tools for young Africans.
Nigeria, Others Tasked with Closing Digital Divides
The WSIS+20 review highlights Nigeria's urgent need to tackle digital exclusion in affordability, skills, and gender parity to achieve SDGs. Experts call for action.
UAE invests $6bn in Africa's tourism sector
The UAE announces a massive $6 billion investment plan for African tourism development, targeting aviation, infrastructure, and digital projects. Learn how this partnership aims to create thousands of jobs.
Microsoft Trains 4M+ Nigerians, Targets 350k More in AI
Microsoft reveals its partnership with Nigeria has trained over 4 million citizens in digital skills since 2021. The tech giant now plans to train 350,000 more in AI to harness Africa's $1.5 trillion opportunity. Read more.
World Bank Boosts Funding for Nigeria's Skills Project
The World Bank has approved additional financing for Nigeria's SPESSE project, citing its 'satisfactory' performance in bridging critical skills gaps in procurement and environmental standards. Over 85,000 Nigerians have been trained.
Airtel Africa, SpaceX to Launch Starlink Mobile Service in 2026
Airtel Africa partners with SpaceX's Starlink to deliver direct-to-cell satellite connectivity across 14 African countries from 2026, bridging the digital divide. Learn the details.
Adoption, Not Development, is Nigeria's Tech Hurdle
Tech experts at Abuja Tech Converge 3.0 identify poor adoption as the primary barrier to technological progress in Nigeria, citing agriculture as a key example. Read more.
N113m TVET Grant Launched for Niger Delta Youth
PIND Foundation invests N113 million to modernise 14 TVET centres across the Niger Delta, aiming to directly train over 10,000 youths with industry-relevant skills by February 2026.
Push Africa Targets 2 Million Nigerians for Skills Training
Push Africa partners with AUST to train and empower millions with industry skills. Over 100 healthcare assistants graduate in Abuja, marking a step towards reducing unemployment.
Bagudu: Youth Skills Key to $1 Trillion Economy by 2030
Minister Bagudu says Nigeria can hit a $1 trillion economy by 2030, but only if its booming youth population is equipped with critical skills. He warns the opportunity is time-sensitive.
42,000 Youth Receive N22,500 Stipends in FG's TVET Rollout
The Federal Government disburses first payments to over 42,000 youth under the TVET Initiative, providing N22,500 monthly stipends and funding 600 vocational centres nationwide. Read more.
BXcraft Forum Sparks Tech Skills in Nigerian Youth
Shedrach Jonah's session at the BXcraft Tech Forum demystified mobile development, offering a practical roadmap for young Nigerians. The event, supported by the Federal Ministry, aims to strengthen the nation's digital future.
Akwa Ibom Pays N1.6bn Transport Refunds to Job Seekers
Governor Umo Eno approves over N1.6 billion in transport refunds for civil service CBT applicants. 12,000 candidates proceed to oral interviews in 2026. Read the full details.
TVET Initiative Pays Stipends to 42,000 Students
The Federal Government has started paying monthly stipends to over 42,000 students under the TVET initiative. Learn how this program supports skills acquisition and economic growth.
Executives: Data Discipline Unlocks Digital Revenue in Nigeria
At the Leadway Digital Growth Summit, industry leaders warned that Nigerian firms must adopt stricter data discipline and deeper collaboration to achieve measurable returns on digital marketing investments. Discover the key strategies.
Guide to Addressing Microaggressions in Nigeria
Learn what microaggressions are, why they matter in Nigerian society, and get a 5-step guide on how to address them effectively in everyday conversations to foster respect.
South Africa to Sit Out 2026 G20 After US Ban
South Africa announces it will not participate in the 2026 G20 meetings after the US barred its inclusion. Get the full details on this diplomatic standoff and its implications for multilateralism.
Nigeria must prioritise practical skills over certificates
Education stakeholders at the EWAN 2025 summit call for a national shift towards skill-based learning to curb exam malpractice and drive development. Read the full report.
Bamidele Urges Graduates to Embrace Digital Skills for Jobs
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele calls for investment in digital tech and entrepreneurial training to combat youth unemployment. He spoke at YABATECH's 37th convocation lecture.
First Girl Child Summit Held in Lagos by Adunni Foundation
The Adunni Save A Girl Foundation held its inaugural Girl Child Summit in Lagos, focusing on leadership and empowerment for young women. Read about the key insights and calls to action from the event.
UAE's $1bn AI Boost for Africa at First G20 Summit
Africa's inaugural G20 Summit in South Africa sees UAE commit $1bn to AI development. Discover how Gulf investment is transforming the continent's tech future. Read more.
Bamidele Urges YABATECH Grads to Embrace Digital Skills
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele told 8,000 YABATECH graduates that digital skills are key to tackling unemployment. He highlighted new tech laws and called for curriculum reforms.
Egbe-Idimu Council Boss Empowers Skills Graduates
Egbe-Idimu LCDA Chairman Idris Balogun empowers 500 skills acquisition graduates with tools and N100,000 cash each, marking 100 days of 'Renewed Hope Agenda'.
Digital Skills Training Urged for Girls to Fight GBV
Hercode Initiative calls on Nigerian government to prioritize digital skills training for girls as strategic tool against gender-based violence. Learn how tech education reduces vulnerability.
Google Funds N3 Billion Digital Skills Programme
Google.org commits N3 billion to advance Nigeria's digital transformation through AI talent development and cybersecurity training. Learn how this initiative creates job opportunities.
Aptech Partners With SGSU for Affordable IT Degree
Nigerian students can now earn an affordable Indian university degree in IT with AI/ML focus through Aptech-SGSU partnership. Admissions open for 36-month program.
NACETEM Plans Tech Training for 1 Million Nigerians
NACETEM unveils a 5-year plan to equip 1 million Nigerians with tech, innovation, and entrepreneurship skills. This initiative aims to boost national competitiveness and create a skilled workforce for a knowledge-driven economy. Learn more about this tran
Science Ministries Fail Innovation - Experts Demand Reform
Education experts criticize Nigeria's Science and Technology ministries for inadequate innovation support. They urge curriculum reforms emphasizing entrepreneurship from primary level.
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