Startups are moving out of Akure. Does this development affect its position as a haven for tech innovation?…
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What advertising experts are saying about APCON’s move to vet online ads in Nigeria
We spoke to experts from some of the top advertising agencies in Nigeria to see how they’re reacting to APCON’s move to vet online advertising…
Beyond transportation, on-demand ride-hailing startups are beginning to influence the culture of safety
With the emergence of motorcycle on-demand startups, safety has become a commodity for commuters.…
Why Nigerian startups focusing on deep technology need to be taken seriously
According to an online report by DW.com, most deep tech companies are found in the US, followed by “Greater China” — China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan — Germany, the UK, and Japan. If yo…
An insight into how venture capital firm, TLcom invests
In today’s edition of Angel and VC series, we put the spotlight on the VC to understand how it invests.…
Is MEST and YC portfolio startup, Tress on an indefinite hiatus?
Hyped as African women’s ‘everything hair’ go-to platform, Tress App is taking a break that seems to be getting too long…
How social media may have fueled the anti-xenophobia outrage in Nigeria
Did social media fuel Nigerians’ reactions to news of xenophobic attacks in South Africa?…
“Culture is responsible for low adoption of digital payments in Nigeria” — Hakeem Adeniji-Adele, Deputy MD, eTranzact
Hakeem Adeniji-Adele, Deputy Managing Director, eTranzact calls for the need to build payment products to fit into the Nigerian culture.…
Beyond tech and innovation: Scaling Nigeria’s online grocery market, a chat with Saudat Salami
Techpoint had a discussion with Saudat Salami, founder of Easyshop Easycook to understand the specific problem and potential of Nigeria’s online grocery sector.…
A review of the Oppo A5s
A careful look at what Oppo’s A5s can and can’t do with its current price tag.…
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.…
Why Africa’s most popular internet trend, ‘O jewa ke eng?’ has refused to die
What started as a simple tweet had become more or less a movement, sparking conversation around sensitive topics…
5 things you need to know about Ayoba, MTN’s newly launched messaging app
MTN launched it’s own instant messaging app — Ayoba…
Fact Check: There is no new tax for online transactions in Nigeria
Earlier this month, reports suggesting that FIRS wants to impose a new 5% VAT on local online transactions in Nigeria were circulating the Internet. However, it’s not as bad as many people think…
Will helmets with navigation features be a game changer for Gokada?
ORide has been poaching key executives and riders of Gokada. Given this onslaught, what is the way forward for Gokada?…
Oppo A5s; Unboxing and First Impressions
A picture unboxing and quick first impressions of the Oppo A5s…
“Nigerian tech startups can become giants without serving other markets” — Kyane Kassiri, VC at LoftyInc
Kyane Kassiri is a Tunisian-born VC who moved to Nigeria because “numbers don’t lie”. He shares his insights about the Nigerian startup space in comparison with that of Tunisia…
5 insights on the current state of virtual reality in Africa
Brief highlights on the state of Virtual Reality in Africa as told by an expert.…
African meme accounts are becoming big on Instagram, but this comes at a price
Africans love to laugh, and thanks to the myriad of accounts dedicated to comedy on Instagram, it has become one of the top destinations for humorous content…
Why your favourite online savings platform is giving you a virtual account number
What the recent move by online savings platforms means for the Nigerian financial space.…