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Dozy Mmobuosi is making a pivot towards artificial intelligence (AI) in agriculture, even as he faces significant legal challenges from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Madica has invested $800,000 in four African startups through its investment programme, offering funding, mentorship, and support to enhance the continent’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Nigeria’s edtech industry is projected hit $400 million in 2025, but the infrastructure gap required to get there will require more than the projected amount.
Driven by an uptick in the adoption of its cloud and AI services, Microsoft’s Q4 2024 earnings rose by 12% to $69.9 billion
Swedish development finance institution Swedfund has invested $41 million into the Emerging Africa and Asia Infrastructure Fund to bolster climate-resilient projects.
Purple Elephant Ventures (PEV) has raised $4.5 million in seed funding to revolutionise African tourism through innovation.
Under its revamped strategy, DOB Equity has announced its first investment in Spouts International, a Ugandan company revolutionising access to clean water through its innovative ceramic water filters.
Adebayo Ogunlesi, the Nigerian-born business magnate, has joined OpenAI’s Board of Directors, adding his extensive expertise to the world-renowned artificial intelligence research organisation. Here are 10 key facts to know…
Global startup accelerator Techstars has announced its expansion into Botswana, marking a significant milestone for the Southern African startup ecosystem.
When Adewale Yusuf, founder of Techpoint Africa, first approached me in November 2014 about the new publication he was working on, I told him I was done with tech journalism.…
In 2024, fintech dominated Africa’s tech ecosystem with two unicorns, while stablecoins played an increasingly important role in cross-border payments.
Seedstars Africa Ventures I raises $42 million in first close to empower African startups, targeting 10,000 jobs and innovation in cleantech, financial inclusion, and Internet connectivity.
According to a report released by Caribou Digital and the MasterCard Foundation, innovation clusters are shaping the future of the African AI ecosystem, boosting the continent’s long-term economic growth.
Chinese eCommerce platform, Temu is making inroads into Nigeria with a marketing blitz, but what does this mean for Nigeria’s eCommerce sector?
Access Bank reinforces its African leadership by acquiring Standard Chartered’s branches in Angola and Sierra Leone, boosting financial inclusion, trade, and economic growth in underserved markets.
Salesforce considers talent development not just as a business move but a step in growing talent in emerging markets. It has now sets its eyes on Nigeria with strategic partnerships…
Securing patient capital is crucial in building Africa’s tech industry, but Efosa Ojomo argues that entrepreneurs and investors must back their calls for patient capital with hard data.
In this article, Maya Horgan Famodu, Managing Partner at Ingressive Capital explores why African startups should consider global ambitions and how to build the necessary structures.
Access Bank UK is expanding its global footprint with the acquisition of AfrAsia Bank, Mauritius’ fourth-largest bank by assets. This strategic move aims to enhance Access Bank’s presence in Africa’s…
Techstars Lagos has announced its closure two years after it launched in Nigeria. The closure marks the end of its partnership with ARM Labs and comes amid operational challenges globally.
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Dozy Mmobuosi is making a pivot towards artificial intelligence (AI) in agriculture, even as he faces significant legal challenges from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Madica has invested $800,000 in four African startups through its investment programme, offering funding, mentorship, and support to enhance the continent’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Nigeria’s edtech industry is projected hit $400 million in 2025, but the infrastructure gap required to get there will require more than the projected amount.
Driven by an uptick in the adoption of its cloud and AI services, Microsoft’s Q4 2024 earnings rose by 12% to $69.9 billion
Swedish development finance institution Swedfund has invested $41 million into the Emerging Africa and Asia Infrastructure Fund to bolster climate-resilient projects.
Purple Elephant Ventures (PEV) has raised $4.5 million in seed funding to revolutionise African tourism through innovation.
Under its revamped strategy, DOB Equity has announced its first investment in Spouts International, a Ugandan company revolutionising access to clean water through its innovative ceramic water filters.
Adebayo Ogunlesi, the Nigerian-born business magnate, has joined OpenAI’s Board of Directors, adding his extensive expertise to the world-renowned artificial intelligence research organisation. Here are 10 key facts to know about Ogunlesi and why his appointment is significant: Adebayo Ogunlesi’s journey is a testament to the power of vision, education, and strategic thinking. His role…
Global startup accelerator Techstars has announced its expansion into Botswana, marking a significant milestone for the Southern African startup ecosystem.
When Adewale Yusuf, founder of Techpoint Africa, first approached me in November 2014 about the new publication he was working on, I told him I was done with tech journalism. A few weeks later, he followed up. I finally agreed to meet with him at, if my memory serves me right, the now-defunct iDEA Hub.…
In 2024, fintech dominated Africa’s tech ecosystem with two unicorns, while stablecoins played an increasingly important role in cross-border payments.
Seedstars Africa Ventures I raises $42 million in first close to empower African startups, targeting 10,000 jobs and innovation in cleantech, financial inclusion, and Internet connectivity.
According to a report released by Caribou Digital and the MasterCard Foundation, innovation clusters are shaping the future of the African AI ecosystem, boosting the continent’s long-term economic growth.
Chinese eCommerce platform, Temu is making inroads into Nigeria with a marketing blitz, but what does this mean for Nigeria’s eCommerce sector?
Access Bank reinforces its African leadership by acquiring Standard Chartered’s branches in Angola and Sierra Leone, boosting financial inclusion, trade, and economic growth in underserved markets.
Salesforce considers talent development not just as a business move but a step in growing talent in emerging markets. It has now sets its eyes on Nigeria with strategic partnerships and upskilling opportunities.
Securing patient capital is crucial in building Africa’s tech industry, but Efosa Ojomo argues that entrepreneurs and investors must back their calls for patient capital with hard data.
In this article, Maya Horgan Famodu, Managing Partner at Ingressive Capital explores why African startups should consider global ambitions and how to build the necessary structures.
Access Bank UK is expanding its global footprint with the acquisition of AfrAsia Bank, Mauritius’ fourth-largest bank by assets. This strategic move aims to enhance Access Bank’s presence in Africa’s financial hubs
Techstars Lagos has announced its closure two years after it launched in Nigeria. The closure marks the end of its partnership with ARM Labs and comes amid operational challenges globally.