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Nigeria is planning a digital criminal registry; you should probably be worried
Nigeria is planning a digital criminal registry and here’s why you should be worried. It is called the Crime and Criminal Tracking System bill but it contains irregularities in data privacy amon…
Ethiopia is positioning itself for prominence in the African tech space
A deep dive into the state of technology startups in Ethiopia and what stakeholders, including the government, are doing to gain relevance in Africa’s tech ecosystem.…
6 things Airtel’s IPO prospectus tell us about the African telecom market
Airtel’s IPO prospectus gives further perspective on the mobile market across Africa amongst other interesting facts…
According to data, BBNaija’s Mercy Eke didn’t just beat housemates, she also ‘peppered dem’ on Twitter
The most popular reality TV show in Nigeria — Big Brother Naija ‘Pepper Dem’ edition — came to an end on Sunday. According to raw data gathered by TFW, Mercy Eke who carted away ₦30 millio…
President Buhari’s Independence Day speech may suggest his stance on Internet censorship in Nigeria
Steps taken by African nations like Egypt, South Africa and Tanzania on censorship have highlighted a trend on the continent. Nigeria may be on the same path as well.…
How to set up emergency contacts on your phone
In case of an emergency, first responders don’t need to unlock your phone to reach your relatives and friends. Here’s how to list your family and friends as your emergency contacts on your…
How Nigerian VR startups are warming their way into mainstream acceptance
The term ‘Virtual Reality’ is no longer a buzzword in Nigeria. While the nascent industry is yet to get full mainstream acceptance in the country, existing VR startups are gaining more con…
5 ways to achieve Inbox Zero
A tidy inbox equals a focus mind. Here is how to clear up your inbox…
Nigeria’s addressable market on the Internet is probably smaller than you think
MTN Nigeria’s recent report on its active Internet data users remind us once again that the Internet market in Nigeria is not as big as we might think.…
How to stay focused in a world full of distractions
Most times, some of us claim to be busy without knowing what we are really busy doing because we’re distracted. Here’s what the book “Deep work” teaches us about how to stay fo…
Where you can buy the new iPhone 11 across Africa
We’ve put together this guide with everything you need to know about pricing for the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone Pro 11 Max, and where you can get them…
Understanding the challenges and prospects of fleet management in Nigeria: A discussion with Emmanuel Udeagha
Techpoint had a chat with Emmanuel Udeagha to understand the challenges and prospects of fleet management, an emerging offshoot of the online ride-hailing industry in Nigeria. Read more about it.…
What is happening with EchoVC and Ventures Platform-backed startup, myPadi?
With myPadi’s online activity giving the impression that it is either in sleep mode or has ended operations, no one is sure about the startup’s status…
How technology can play a crucial role in capturing the untapped insurance market
The low rate of insurance penetration and the role that technology can play in capturing the untapped market.…
WhatsApp, not Instagram, is the preferable platform for small businesses in Nigeria
Instagram is often touted as the social media marketplace, however, small businesses in Nigeria are turning to WhatsApp — seemingly the underdog of the Facebook family — to market and sell…
Where in Africa will Andela get its 700 additional senior developers by 2020?
Techpoint conducted a survey of senior developers hired by Andela from October 2017 till date. The survey gives valuable insights into how Andela might meet its target of recruiting 700 additional sen…
Cryptocurrency in Nigeria: Too early for regulation — industry players
A decade after its inception, cryptocurrency still remains a grey area in many parts of the world and Nigerian industry players express their thoughts on plans to regulate its activities.…
The human resource cost of an Andela sacrifice
Andela lays off over 400 junior developers, here are the human impacts and general ramification…
5 lessons from Andre Iguodala, NBA superstar and technology investor
In his capacity as a board member of Jumia Group, American basketball star and technology investor, Andre Iguodala, visited Techpoint for an interactive session with entrepreneurs, investors, and tech…