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On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, global technology giant HONOR officially unveiled the HONOR X9d at an exclusive launch event held in Lagos.
On February 3, 2026, speakers across policy, finance, and investment came together to examine what sustainable growth means for African businesses.
The Secretary-General of the AfCFTA, and Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, will lead key conversations at the Africa Business Convention (ABC) 2026, scheduled for February 3–4.
Tech Revolution Africa 2.0, under the theme “The Big Bold Step,” is set to be the premier convergence point for Africa’s tech leaders.
The Lagos Tech Fest returns to convene tech leaders, emerging startups, innovators, investors, global tech giants, and government representatives to define the future of Nigeria’s tech ecosystem.
BGIS wrapped up its 2025 programme in Lagos with the premiere of Women Who Build, spotlighting 14 women-led startups and ending with a Deal Day where founders pitched directly to investors.
The Africa Startup Festival marked a pivotal turning point for the continent’s tech and startup ecosystem. From the pitch competition to the panels and side chats, the event brought together innovators from across different sectors in Africa.
MyItura has launched Mediloan, a healthcare financing product designed to ease the burden of out-of-pocket medical costs that push over a million Nigerians into poverty each year.
SkillUp50 kickoffs latest cohort with impact training and mentorship for 50 designers and developers
SkillUp50 has officially kicked off its tech career boot camp in Lagos, giving 50+ designers and developers access to hands-on training and mentorship.
Redtech, the fintech subsidiary of Heirs Holdings, has officially launched RedPay. The RedPay suite includes both the RedPay POS and the RedPay Payment Gateway
Nigerian fintech, SnappyExchange celebrated its fifth anniversary by launching SnappyPay, a new financial lifestyle app.
Africa Startup Festival 2025: Lagos set to host one of the continent’s biggest innovation gatherings
Lagos will host the Africa Startup Festival on November 28, bringing together founders, investors, and operators from across the continent for a day of high-value conversations, exhibitions, and opportunities to connect, collaborate, and close deals.
At its first Business Connect event, cross-border payments startup TetradPay made one thing clear: in today’s remittance market, trust is the real product. With partners and customers praising its reliability, the company shared new scale numbers and big expansion plans.
The Zenith Bank Future Forward 5.0 Tech Fair focused on African technological innovation under the theme “Tech for Success: Innovate, Adapt, Accelerate.” A total of ₦140 million in cash prizes was awarded to ten African innovators.
SnappyExchange is celebrating five years of growth, evolution, and innovation. This milestone coincides with the launch of its lifestyle product, SnappyPay, which will be officially unveiled at the anniversary celebration.
Over 100 angel investors convened in Lagos to drive Africa’s early-stage funding future, urging stronger local participation, policy reform, and collaboration to unlock the continent’s startup potential.
At the 2025 Kora Sundown Sessions, executives from PiggyVest, Quidax, and other top firms revealed how they’re using AI; from building custom in-house tools to managing privacy risks to boost productivity and transform business operations.
Africa’s biggest Web3 minds gathered in Lagos for Onchain Festival 2025, where founders, creators, and investors explored how blockchain can drive real innovation across finance, gaming, and the creator economy.
OPay marked one year of its ₦1.2 billion, 10-year scholarship commitment by celebrating ₦126 million disbursed to 420 beneficiaries across 20 Nigerian universities.
Gigbanc hosts African freelancers and gig workers at GigConnect 1.0. The event featured panel sessions and discussions on how African talents can thrive globally.