Nigeria’s financial technology industry has become one of Africa’s greatest innovation success stories, transforming how millions of people save, transfer and access money. Yet, as fintech companies continue to expand into banking, lending, payments and wealth management, the Central Bank…
A quiet revolution is unfolding across Africa, and it is being powered not by oil, minerals or agriculture, but by digital skills. From bustling innovation hubs in Lagos to thriving technology communities in Nairobi, a new generation of Africans is…
Artificial intelligence has changed almost every conversation about technology, and cybersecurity is no exception. For years, many Nigerians believed AI would replace cybersecurity professionals, leaving fewer jobs for graduates and experienced experts alike. Today, that fear is giving way to…
Nigeria’s employment landscape is changing at a pace many graduates did not expect. A university degree still matters, but employers are increasingly looking beyond certificates to practical digital skills that solve real business problems. As artificial intelligence, automation and cloud…
LG Electronics is taking a different approach to telling its brand story in Africa by putting people, communities and meaningful change at the centre of a new television series that goes beyond promoting products. The company has rolled out its…
The Federal Government has praised Seplat Energy Plc for its sustained commitment to improving education in Nigeria, describing the company’s investments as a significant contribution to developing the country’s future workforce. The recognition came during the 2026 Africa Social Impact…
African countries are taking fresh steps to make internet access more affordable by lowering the cost of smartphones and introducing policies that encourage wider digital connectivity across the continent. The renewed commitment came during discussions involving governments, telecommunications regulators and…
Artificial intelligence is transforming workplaces, classrooms and industries at a pace few imagined possible just a few years ago. Today, AI can draft reports, write software code, analyse data and even answer complex questions within seconds. As these capabilities improve,…
For years, Africa’s biggest digital challenge centred on expanding internet access. Governments invested in broadband networks, telecom companies rolled out faster mobile services, and development partners funded projects to connect schools and rural communities. While that mission is far from…
Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, has predicted that money will be obsolete in a decade owing to evolving tremendous technical breakthroughs. He said, “Money won’t matter in 2036,” Musk told The Economist in an interview, saying Artificial intelligence and…
A proposal that could reshape the relationship between global social media companies and Nigeria has received significant backing from industry stakeholders, policymakers and technology experts following a public hearing in Abuja. The bill, currently before the Senate, seeks to amend…
A growing number of Nigerian students are setting their sights on Rwanda as they pursue higher education in technology, innovation and digital skills, reflecting a shift in how young Africans are choosing study destinations. For many years, countries such as…
For years, many of them spent their days on the streets, searching for food, asking strangers for help and facing an uncertain future. Today, those same young Nigerians are assembling drones, repairing electronic devices and preparing to launch businesses of…
Global digital asset infrastructure company Cregis has officially expanded into Africa, signalling its confidence in the continent’s rapidly growing digital finance sector and increasing demand for enterprise blockchain solutions. The move places Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa at the centre…
Africa is experiencing one of its biggest technology shifts in recent years as governments, investors and global technology companies pour billions of dollars into artificial intelligence. Across the continent, AI is beginning to improve agriculture, healthcare, education, financial services and…
