Following its decision to fund projects aimed at curbing the spread of coronavirus, Ventures Platform has selected seven startups, providing $2,000 equity-free grants and other resources to help them …
6 ways COVID-19 will change global internet culture for good
From handwashing to social distancing, several measures are advised to flatten the COVID-19 curve. While they require deliberate efforts now, there’s the tendency they become habits that would remain,…
Social distancing and the coronavirus outbreak in Nigeria; what’s the bigger picture?
Globally, social distancing is being trialled as a way to avoid the COVID-19 infection; given prevalent circumstances, it is more feasible in some societies than others. How much of a chance will this…
Nigerian innovation hubs set to sponsor projects aimed at curbing the spread of coronavirus in Africa
In light of the coronavirus pandemic, Nigerian innovation hubs, Co-creation Hub and Ventures Platform Hub, are looking to sponsor projects that will give Africans a fighting chance against the virus.…
Coronavirus, sports betting, and the Nigerian online bettor
With the coronavirus pandemic necessitating the suspension of sporting activities globally, we take a look at how this affects the Nigerian online bettor.…
Charges on mobile money waived for Kenyans amidst coronavirus scare
The Kenyan government through its apex bank, CBK gives directives on mobile money transaction charges waiver as an emergency measure to reduce cash exchange as COVID-19 cases increase…
How the coronavirus is affecting Nigerian tour companies
Following the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) resulting in many flight and event cancellations globally, we speak with two Nigerians whose tour companies have been affected.…
Twitter CEO suspends Africa move due to coronavirus, among other reasons
Following heightened global coronavirus concerns, Twitter and Square CEO, Jack Dorsey, is rethinking his plan to spend six months in 2020 in Africa. But there is more to this decision…
Coronavirus: Global tech firms adopt remote work; why Nigeria may follow
Some tech companies have taken measures to reduce human contact in the workplace through remote work following coronavirus concerns. We consider the likelihood of this happening in Nigeria if the need…
Coronavirus: what you should know about social media’s impact during an infection outbreak
Since Africa has been seen as one of the high-risk regions for the spread of coronavirus, here are some recommendations on the use of social media to protect yourself in the case of an eventuality…