Nigeria’s information technology development agency, NITDA, has set up a committee of seasoned tech experts, to help cushion the effects of COVID-19 and the ensuing lockdown, on Nigerian startup…
How to keep your business afloat in uncertain times
With the world prepping for lasting change amidst great uncertainty, founders have to adopt survival/recovery practices despite how companies may now have the tendency to delay decisions making…
Nigeria wants to achieve 90% 4G/5G coverage by 2025
With ambitious goals of reaching a 4G/5G population coverage of 90% by 2025, Nigeria’s new national broadband plan still faces its predecessor’s roadblocks, and for it to succeed all hands must be on …
6 ways to control Internet use and prevent cyberbullying
Considering the recent increased rate in Internet use, susceptibility to cyberbullying may have spread across ages – kids and adults likewise. Here are deliberate steps to lower your vulnerability…
How will the SEC’s new regulations shape crowdfunding in Nigeria?
After revolutionising fundraising and investments in Nigeria, Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission has moved to regulate the country’s crowdfunding activities. What will this mean for the sect…
Ventures Platform announces seven startups to help fight coronavirus in Nigeria
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 …
Digital lender, Renmoney lays off 300+ staff, blames new technology
On the back of adopting new technologies, digital lending platform, Renmoney has laid off staff in its sales channel with hopes of improving customer response. But this decision is not without its own…
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,…