In a bold move signalling the continued rise of tech across the continent, Meta has named 12 African startups as winners of its Llama Impact Accelerator 2025. The selected companies — spread across Nigeria, Kenya, Senegal and South Africa —…
In the heart of Lagos this early November, a fresh wave of opportunity is set to unfold as HYT Consulting gears up for the second edition of its flagship initiative, the Employability Bootcamp in Lagos. Running from 3 to 7…
In Ilorin, the capital of Kwara State, Nigeria, the state government has launched a fresh initiative to bolster young innovators and early-stage tech ventures. Through its flagship unit, the Ilorin Innovation Hub, the government is set to distribute around ₦30…
In Lagos this week, the Independent Shareholders Association of Nigeria (ISAN), representing the voices of private sector investors, made a compelling case: for Nigeria to realise its ambition of becoming a US$1 trillion economy by 2030, better corporate governance and…
In a significant move signalling the next chapter of AI-driven user experience, Google is preparing to phase out its legacy virtual assistant – Google Assistant – in favour of placing Gemini at the helm of its digital intelligence efforts. According…
In a dramatic turn, Amazon.com, Inc. (founded by Jeff Bezos) has officially filed a federal lawsuit against Perplexity AI, Inc., the San Francisco-based startup behind the AI-powered web browser agent known as Comet. The complaint, lodged in the U.S. District…
In a move that’s turning heads in Nigeria’s telecom ecosystem, Ericsson and MTN Nigeria have jointly announced the completion of a field trial that could reshape how we experience mobile connectivity. The trial, centred around Ericsson’s latest radio unit, signals…
The Federal Government has announced a landmark collaboration with the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK Giessen-Friedberg) to train and empower Nigerian youths with globally competitive skills. The partnership aims to address the country’s deepening unemployment crisis by focusing…
In a move that is set to reshape the digital ambitions of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), global tech giant Microsoft and Abu Dhabi-based AI powerhouse G42 have announced a deepening of their strategic partnership. The duo will mobilise a…
In a strategic pivot that signals new avenues in the evolving AI landscape, OpenAI has sealed a seven-year cloud-services agreement with Amazon.com, Inc., valued at approximately US$38 billion, to power its AI ambitions through Amazon Web Services (AWS). The deal…
In a decisive move to sharpen the regulatory teeth of its telecom infrastructure ecosystem, the Lagos State Infrastructure Maintenance and Regulatory Agency (LASIMRA) has announced the planned launch of the Telecommunication Infrastructure Regulatory System (TIRS) in February 2026. The initiative…
In a move that signals ambition and technological foresight, Bahrain’s long-standing operator Batelco has announced a significant expansion of its collaboration with global network infrastructure leader Ericsson. The two firms are stepping up efforts to accelerate 5G rollout and network…
In Abuja and Lagos, the sense of opportunity is palpable. For a country long defined by oil exports and traditional sectors, the narrative is shifting: digital technology is fast becoming the new frontier. Nigeria, once driven by black-gold, now has…
In the fast-moving online deals landscape, one outfit is boldly stepping out of its comfort zone. ProxyCoupons – hitherto best known for sources of VPN and proxy service discounts – is repositioning itself into a broader technology-offers destination. The announcement,…
Lagos, the bustling commercial heart of Nigeria, witnessed a major milestone as Sinomart Super Store officially opened its flagship outlet at The Palms Shopping Mall, Victoria Island, ushering in what industry observers are calling a new era of modern retail…
