@ndekekwe is an academic and thought leader who is confident that Africa has all it needs to build its future. Through @tekedia, he is ensuring that African entrepreneurs have the capital they need to succeed.
Chimgozirim Nwokoma
Accidental writer, covering Africa's startup landscape and its heroes.
Flat6Labs seed fund, Moove Africa in Cape Town, INEC and Nigerian elections, Yellow Card’s Series A
Today on #TechpointDigest, @nwokomachigo discusses @Flat6Labs seed fund, @Mooveafrica’s Cape Town expansion, electronic transmission of results, and @yellowcard_app’s Series A
How edtech startup, Stranerd is connecting Nigerian students to tutors
Nigerian edtech startup, @stranerds, is helping Nigerian students study better by connecting them with tutors and peers. Its goal is to become a one-stop-shop for students’ educational needs.
No respite for Zamfara, Infibranches’ $2 million pre-seed, dopay’s Series A round
Today on #TechpointDigest, @nwokomachigo discusses telco shut down in Zamfara State, Infibranches’ $2 million raise, and @dopayHQ Series A round.
After failing at 4 startups, Obasegun Ayodele is making hardware accessible to Africans with Vilsquare
After starting and failing at four startups as a student, @Obateke found success with @vilsquare, a hardware startup. He shares insights and lessons from his journey.
How early-stage venture capital firm, Saviu Ventures, is funding Francophone African startups
The success of startups like @WaveSenegal and @Afrikrea has put the spotlight on Francophone African startups. Arthur Thuet of Saviu Ventures offers some insight into why the firm invests in startups from the region.
Capiter’s Series A, blackout extension in Zamfara, cryptocurrencies vs CBDCs
Today on #TechpointDigest, @nwokomachigo discusses Capiter’s Series A, Zamfara’s telecoms blackout, and the battle between cryptocurrencies and CBDCs.
A bird’s-eye view of Hardware Convention 2021, held in Aba
From engaging panel discussions to a bracing tour, the Hardware Convention 2021, held in Aba, Abia State, South-East Nigeria, provided a rare insight into the workings of the ecosystem. Curious? Then you should read this.
UPDATED: Autochek’s Cheki acquisition, South Africa’s spectrum woes
Today on #TechpointDigest, @nwokomachigo discusses @AutochekAfrica’s acquisition moves. South Africa’s spectrum concerns, and @OPay_NG’s money laundering controversy.
“Angel investing is more than just writing a cheque” — Biola Alabi, Nollywood producer and tech investor
Despite the great progress made in investing in African startups, there’s still a lot of demand for early-stage financing. Techpoint Africa caught up with @biolaa1 to discuss startups and angel investing. Dive in.
Blockchain-powered proptech startup, Seso Global, wants to change the African real estate scene with one commodity: trust
A chat with Mopewa Ogundipe, Nigerian-born engineer behind Clubhouse’s Android app
Meet Ruth Iselema, the Bitmama of the African blockchain space
Nifemi Akinwamide defied a learning challenge to become Kudi’s Product Manager
Meet Wale Abba, who designed Interswitch’s Quickteller and several Nigerian banking apps
Rachael Akalia’s remarkable journey to becoming Patricia Technologies’ brand manager
Building Africa’s Tesla: Can JET Motor Company accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in Africa?
