The digital economy is creating enormous opportunities across Nigeria, making ICT skills essential for career growth and business success. From software development and data analysis to digital marketing, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and UI/UX design, more people are seeking quality digital education. One important question remains: What should you expect from a good ICT training institute…
The demand for skilled technology professionals in Nigeria has reached an all-time high. From software developers and cybersecurity experts to data analysts and digital marketing specialists, businesses across different industries are adopting digital solutions and transforming the way they operate. As technology continues to grow, thousands of Nigerians are making the decision to leave traditional…
The demand for digital skills in Nigeria has increased significantly in recent years. From data analysis and software development to digital marketing, UI/UX design, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence, more Nigerians are acquiring tech skills to advance their careers, start businesses, and access remote opportunities. One common question aspiring professionals ask is: Should I choose online…
Botswana Tech Fund Secures £5 Million First Close to Support Early-Stage Startups in Southern Africa A new venture capital fund focused on supporting early-stage technology companies across Southern Africa has achieved its first close, securing £5 million ($6.7 million) in commitments anchored by the family office of British billionaire Stephen Lansdown. The Botswana Tech Fund…
In today’s digital economy, technology skills are no longer limited to software engineers and IT professionals. Businesses and individuals across every sector now depend on digital tools to innovate, grow, and remain competitive. As a result, learning a digital skill has become one of the smartest investments anyone can make. A common question many beginners…
How Africa Is Turning Blockchain Into a New Layer of Economic Infrastructure Africa’s technology innovation story has often been shaped by challenges, including limited funding, inadequate infrastructure, and restricted access to capital. However, these constraints have also driven some of the continent’s most transformative breakthroughs. Mobile money is a clear example of how Africa has…
Africa’s Tech Growth Story Shifts as Consolidation Takes Centre Stage in H1 2026 Investors, founders, and industry leaders have offered a candid assessment of the changing dynamics within Africa’s technology ecosystem, examining why early-stage funding has declined, the role African venture capital must play in supporting startups, and where the next phase of growth is…
The initiative was unveiled at the BIC Somali Innovation Forum in Mogadishu as part of the BIC Somali Project, funded by the European Union and implemented by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). Somalia has launched a national startup network aimed at strengthening the country’s innovation ecosystem by enhancing collaboration among entrepreneurs, business support…
RISE 2026 to Bring Nigeria’s Top Tech Leaders Together
The Federal Government has introduced Credit for Laptops, Internet, Connectivity and Knowledge Digital Devices (C.L.I.C.K.D.), a consumer credit initiative designed to provide affordable financing for locally assembled laptops and other digital devices. The programme, implemented by the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP) in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, aims…