African Startup Debt Financing Hits $1.2 Billion
Debt financing for African startups surged from under $300 million in 2021 to $1.2 billion in 2025, now accounting for 38% of total disclosed funding, with institutional investors driving the shift.
Category : Technology
Nigerian Man's Life Changed by Tech Skill, Shares Story
A Nigerian man has gone viral after sharing how learning a specific tech skill dramatically improved his life, sparking inspiration among youths online.
Debsie Digital Learning Platform Transforms Education for Kids
Debsie, an innovative edtech platform, addresses the evolving needs of modern children by integrating structured courses, AI assistance, human tutors, and motivational systems to enhance learning outcomes and engagement.
Debsie Digital Learning: Meeting Modern Children's Educational Needs
Debsie is transforming education by offering a comprehensive digital learning platform that combines structured courses, AI assistance, human tutors, and motivational tools to address the evolving needs of modern children in a fast-paced world.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
How to Use Gift Cards for Online Services in Nigeria
Learn how to use gift cards to pay for online services in Nigeria, including streaming, gaming, and e-commerce. Discover trusted platforms to buy gift cards and step-by-step payment instructions.
Meta, YouTube Found Liable for Addictive Design Harm
A Los Angeles jury found Meta and YouTube liable for harming a young woman through addictive platform design, awarding $6 million in damages. The verdict highlights negligence and risks to minors.
EU Accuses Adult Platforms of Failing to Protect Children
The European Commission has accused four major adult content platforms of insufficient safeguards for minors, potentially leading to hefty fines under the Digital Services Act. A separate investigation into Snapchat has also been launched over child safet
Meta, Google Pay $3M in Landmark Social Media Addiction Case
A Los Angeles jury found Meta and Google liable for a woman's social media addiction, ordering $3 million in damages. The case highlights design features like infinite feeds and autoplay.
FinTribe Trains Women to Close Gender Wealth Gap at IWD
FinTribe hosted a virtual training for over 5,000 women on International Women's Day 2026, focusing on mutual funds and investment strategies to reduce the gender wealth gap in Nigeria.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
FinTribe Trains Women to Close Gender Wealth Gap at IWD 2026
FinTribe held a virtual training for over 5,000 women on mutual funds and investment strategies to address low female participation in Nigeria's capital markets, aligning with IWD 2026 themes.
Mobile Money Hits $2 Trillion in 2025, Doubling in Four Years
Global mobile money transactions surged to over $2 trillion in 2025, doubling from $1 trillion in just four years, with Sub-Saharan Africa leading in new accounts, according to GSMA's latest report.
Lagos Backs Africa Gaming Industry for Global Expansion
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commits Lagos State to supporting Africa's gaming sector transformation into a structured, globally competitive ecosystem through policy and investment.
AI Crises Outpace Response, Erode Trust, Experts Warn
Stakeholders at a Lagos conference warn that AI-driven misinformation, deepfakes, and cyber threats are spreading faster than institutional responses, widening the gap between emerging digital risks and preparedness while eroding public trust.
IoT Tech Urged to Fight Water Pollution in Nigeria
Aderonke Okoya, a professor at OAU, calls for IoT adoption to monitor water quality, citing health risks from pollution and Nigeria's waste management challenges.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
AI-Driven Energy Alternatives Urged for Nigeria's Power Crisis
Industry leaders in Nigeria's energy sector are pushing for the adoption of AI-driven Distributed Energy Resources to provide reliable, round-the-clock power, boost local economies, and address Africa's 600 million energy deficit.
Omniverse Africa Summit 3.0 to Boost Digital Infrastructure
The Omniverse Africa Summit 3.0 will convene in Lagos from June 2-5, 2026, focusing on enabling infrastructure for Africa's digital and creative economy. The event brings together policymakers, investors, and creatives to foster collaboration and innovati
)
Women Lead West Africa's Digital Payments Growth at Visa
Female executives at Visa are transforming West Africa's financial landscape by driving digital payments adoption. Their work in strategy, partnerships, and product development is expanding economic access across Nigeria and the region.
Nigeria-Finland Sign Digitalization and Innovation Pact
Nigeria and Finland have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance bilateral cooperation in digital government, cybersecurity, and innovation ecosystems, aiming to drive sustainable economic growth.
Abuja Tech Meetup Aims to Boost Developer Collaboration
Over 300 tech professionals gathered in Abuja for the inaugural Abuja Tech Meetup, focusing on collaboration to address isolation in Nigeria's innovation ecosystem. Organizers plan quarterly events with mentorship programs.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Middle East Crisis Disrupts Smartphone Supply Chains
Counterpoint Research warns that the US-Israel-Iran conflict poses logistics and cost risks to the smartphone industry, affecting air freight routes and operational resilience globally.
Vantage Markets Cashback Prime: $2 Per Lot on Gold, Oil, Bitcoin
Vantage Markets introduces Cashback Prime, offering up to $2 per $100,000 in trading volume on Gold, Oil, and Bitcoin CFDs for African traders through May 2026.
TECNO EllaClaw AI Agent Launches in Nigeria Soon
TECNO is introducing EllaClaw, a groundbreaking mobile AI agent powered by OpenClaw, designed to simplify digital tasks for Nigerian users through system-level integration and intuitive automation.
Nigeria's CMOs Need Tech for Fair Royalty Collection
Nigeria's music industry thrives globally, but outdated royalty systems hinder fair compensation. This article explores how modernizing CMOs with technology and aligning with international treaties can ensure artists receive their due earnings.
Finland Leads €23M EU Initiative for Nigeria's Digital Services
Finland spearheads a €23 million Team Europe Initiative to enhance Nigeria's digital public services and inclusive digital skills, funded by the EU and aligned with national policies.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
NITDA, Airtel Open 2026 3MTT NextGen Fellowship Applications
NITDA and Airtel Nigeria have opened applications for the 2026 Airtel-3MTT NextGen Fellowship Programme, offering hands-on training, mentorship, and career opportunities in high-demand tech fields for young Nigerians.
Apple CEO Tim Cook Urges Users to Put Down Phones
Apple CEO Tim Cook advises smartphone users to reduce screen time and engage with the real world, citing concerns about overuse and its negative impacts on mental health.
PRCAN Knowledge Hub to Explore AI in Communication
The Public Relations Consultants Association of Nigeria (PRCAN) has announced its inaugural Knowledge Hub event, focusing on AI-driven storytelling and managing digital disruption in strategic communication, set for March 24, 2026, in Lagos.
Security in Focus as Experts Review Africa's Payments Evolution
Industry leaders at the Verve Biz Unwind 2026 event emphasized that security and reliability are crucial as digital payments expand across Africa, with mobile wallets and e-commerce driving growth but raising infrastructure challenges.
GATEWAY Program Trains 340,000 Youths for Global Gig Jobs
The GATEWAY Program, led by Co-creation HUB Ltd, has opened registration to train and connect 340,000 Nigerian youths to global gig work over five years, focusing on digital skills and inclusivity.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
AI Offers Way Out as Nigerian Firms Lose Billions to Poor Service
Nigerian businesses face billions in losses due to poor customer service, with banking complaints surging 143%. AI technology, like autonomous agents from Grace AI Lab, offers a solution by reducing errors and improving efficiency.
Page 22 of 41
