A recently launched game changing app is set to revolutionise the Nigerian fashion industry. Developed by fashion tech business, Catwalk Creatives Limited, sister company of Lassod Consulting, Oyoyo w…
Top funding rounds in the African tech space [Infographic]
Since the startup boom in Africa, over 12 years ago, 11 startups of African origin have individually raised a minimum of $50 million. There were 19 of such funding rounds.…
RapidPay: A new way to send and receive money from abroad
If you live abroad or have family abroad then you know the struggle of sending money back home or receiving money from them. For recipients especially, there are moments when you need urgent funds for…
12 key takeaways from Terragon Facebook Webinar
Africa’s leading Data and Analytics company, Terragon recently hosted a webinar with Social Media Giants, Facebook to introduce the Facebook Conversions API, a marketing tool that will help brands pre…
Nigeria’s $155b e-transactions, ride-hailing drivers strike, Andela’s global expansion
Today on #TechpointDigest, @nifemeah and @eruskkii discuss @NIBSS_NG Q1 2021 e-transactions records, @UberNigeria and @Boltapp_ng drivers strike, and @Andela’s global expansion…
Infinix won the iF Design award 2021
Infinix has been announced as a winner of this year’s iF DESIGN AWARD, the world-renowned design prize. The winning product, Infinix Zero 8, won in the discipline product, in the Telecommunication cat…
$18.6m Samurai fund for African startups, Airtel is Nigeria’s fastest mobile network?
Today on #TechpointDigest, @MuyoSan explores @Samurai_Island’s new $18.6m for African startups and @AirtelNigeria’s claim to being the fastest mobile data network in Nigeria.…
Coinbase from YC to IPO, Google celebrates Oliver De Coque, Another Techstar acceleration for Onyeka
“Of Coinbase from YC to IPO, Google celebrates Oliver De Coque, Another Techstar acceleration for Onyeka Akumah” by @ifeanyindiomewe. #TechpointDigest…
You can now buy and register new SIMs in Nigeria from April 19, 2021
Following a recent government directive, you can now buy and register new SIMs in Nigeria from April 19, 2021. Companies will now need a Telecom Master to register business lines. Find out more detail…
Nigerian streaming platform, uduX, partners PiggyVest to help you invest in your favourite artistes
Nigerian streaming platform, @uduXmusic, in partnership with @PiggyBankNG and four others, launches PopRev to help artistes build equity from fans’ investments while fans also make profits.…
TECNO launches Spark 7 Series ; promises speed without compromise
TECNO Mobile, a global premier mobile phone brand, has announced the launch of the all-new redesigned Spark 7 smartphone. Equipped with significantly upgraded and more powerful functional features, th…
Africa accounted for <3% of global eCommerce in 2020
Today on #TechpointDigest, @nifemeah and @eruskkii revisit COVID-19’s perceived effect on eCommerce, @GIGLogistics’ UK move, and other noteworthy stories.…
Nigeria to launch web solution to help citizens keep track of all its projects
The Federal Government of Nigeria is looking to launch Eye-Mark — a web app where citizens can give situation reports on capital projects. Although laudable, the chances of this promoting transparency…
Nigeria’s GIG Logistics eyes more cross-border deliveries with UK launch
Fresh off strategic partnerships with global payments giant, Visa, Africa-focused GIG Logistics has announced its expansion to the UK. With this, the logistics giant wants to help merchants ship acros…
Numida raises $2.3m, MTN’s mobile money valuation, LinkedIn’s new job titles
Today on #TechpointDigest, @nifemeah and @eruskkii discuss @numidatech $2.3m seed raise, @MTNGroup’s mobile money valuation, and @LinkedIn updated job titles…
MDCL accelerates microfinance industry growth with launch of Liquidity Platform
The Function Suite of Sheraton Hotel, Lagos, welcomed the crème-de-la-crème of the financial services sector on March 31, 2021 during a high-impact business forum for key stakeholders in the microfina…
Twitter chooses Ghana, Appzone raises $10m, Airtel Kenya 30% stake
Today on #TechpointDigest, @nifemeah and @eruskkii discuss @Twitter’s Ghana entry, @appzonegroup’s $10m Series A raise, and plans to sell a 30% stake in @AIRTEL_KE…
Twitter chooses Ghana to grow its African presence
Following Twitter’s visit to four African countries in November 2019, the company has opened its first African office in Ghana. However, it appears several of its job roles are focused on the Nigerian…
Meet the Nigerian firm powering ShortLet Homes with artificial intelligence
With the emergence of technological and its contributions to ease of doing business, a myriad of investments across sectors have taken the charge to leverage technological offerings to advance their b…
Heart and Capital goes digital with agribusiness training
Partners with Slatecube to create education platform Leading innovative agribusiness company, Heart and Capital Nigeria Ltd has reinforced its commitment towards capacity building for agripreneurs by …