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
Why Parents Are Choosing Tech Education for Their Children This Summer Summer holidays are no longer reserved solely for relaxation and recreation. Across Nigeria and around the world, more parents are taking advantage of the holiday season to equip their children with practical digital skills that will prepare them for the future. As technology continues…
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…
Summer holidays are here again, and many parents in Abuja are looking for productive ways to keep their children engaged. While holidays are meant for relaxation and fun, they also offer an excellent opportunity for children to develop skills that can positively shape their future. In today’s digital world, computer literacy is no longer optional….
Christophe Van de Weyer joined Vonage in 2025 and has since led the company’s efforts to harness high-performance, programmable networks and advanced communication capabilities to accelerate enterprise digital transformation globally, with a strong focus on driving profitable growth in Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS) and Network APIs. Ericsson has announced the appointment of Christophe…
The initiative is currently being implemented in the Northern, North East, Savanna, Western, and Western North regions, equipping young learners with practical technology skills. Telecel Ghana has achieved another milestone in its digital skills development efforts as the fourth cohort of the Telecel DigiTech Academy continues to expand across five regions in Ghana. The programme…
The service allows customers to search for, compare, and book flights directly on the MoMo platform, providing a more convenient and seamless travel booking experience. MoMo from MTN Uganda has launched Travel By MoMo, a new digital travel booking platform developed in partnership with Next Travel and global travel technology provider Amadeus. The service allows…