When Twitter CEO, Jack Dorsey, visited Nigeria, he came with some executive members of the company, here are their profiles.…
In Nigeria, Google officially launches Maps feature for informal transit in Lagos
Following an initial announcement, Google has officially launched a ‘danfo’ and informal transit feature for its maps.…
In the throes of regulatory uphill battles, will Nigerian motorcycle-on-demand startups survive Lagos?
ORide riders in Lagos State are being extorted by transport unions. But they are not alone, as this poses a problem for other motorcycle-on-demand startups in the state…
Formerly BitPesa, African currency trading solution startup AZA, raises $15m funding
African currency trading solutions platform, AZA has raised $15 million from the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA), and has also undergone a rebranding of its products and services. …
Nigerian company, Bluechip Technologies sets up East African operations in Kenya
Nigerian technology company Bluechip Technologies recently finalised its move to East Africa. …
Following a successful seed round, this Nigerian hardware startup is set to break glass ceilings
In trying to change the cooking fuel culture, this Nigerian hardware startup may also herald good things for the ecosystem…
Hello Kenya, Techpoint is here
Techpoint is in Kenya and looking to connect with East Africa, holla!…
Google Station, Google’s free WiFi is offline in Lagos
Google Station, Google’s initiative that delivers free Internet access in select locations, launched last year in Nigeria, with Lagos and Abuja its primary locations. More than a year later, Lagos is …
Why OPay office was shut down in Kano State
Following reports, Techpoint has confirmed the real reasons OPay’s office was shut down in Kano…
The human resource cost of an Andela sacrifice
Andela lays off over 400 junior developers, here are the human impacts and general ramification…
Founded by ex-Andelans, co-funded by Andelans, Eden wants to make life better in African cities
Founded by former Andelans, Eden wants to automate chores and make life easier for Africans…
Why it’s important that this Nigerian startup is teaching young Africans how to code with smartphones
Why it’s important that this Nigerian startup is teaching young Africans how to code with smartphones…
DevCareer is on a mission to properly equip upcoming African developers
Everyday as tech becomes mainstream in Africa, there are hundreds of free nanodegree courses on offer for young Africans. Most of these courses, usually on sale from between $15 to $300, are sponsored…
OPay, ORide and the effects of a $50 million war chest
An examination of Opay’s market strategy, expansion and effects on the Nigerian tech ecosystem.…
Oppo A5s; Unboxing and First Impressions
A picture unboxing and quick first impressions of the Oppo A5s…
Oppo is staking its claim in the Nigerian market with the launch of 2 new smartphones
Four months after officially entering the Nigerian market with its F11 Pro, Oppo has unveiled 2 new smartphones; Oppo A5s and Oppo A1k, in Nigeria. Globally, the Oppo A5s and A1k were originally relea…
The multifaceted problem of Africa’s tech talent scarcity
There is still a large scarcity of tech talents in Africa. In this article, stakeholders give reasons why, suggestions and solutions on how to fix this,…
At least 2 Samsung phones have exploded in Nigeria in the past 6 months
In the last 6 months, 2 Samsung phones have exploded in Lagos, Nigeria…
Google officially announces ‘Nigerian English Voice’ and other new products
Google has officially announced a Nigerian voice for its services, maps for motorcycle and other exciting products at its 3rd Google for Nigeria event…
5 more things to note before buying the Oppo F11 Pro
Two months after my review of the Oppo F11 Pro, here are 5 more things I think you should know before buying…