NCC plans to further develop Nigeria’s tech ecosystem
The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Danbatta, has said that the commission is ready to further develop the technology...
FbStart Accelerator graduates raise over $400k after hitting traction
The inaugural cohort of Lagos-based FbStart Accelerator raised over $400 000 in grants and investments during the programme after their ideas received some initial traction,...
New innovation centre launched in Lagos
Governor of Lagos state, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has unveiled the Eko Innovation Centre, a tech hub that is private sector-driven.
The initiative was developed to...
MainOne to commit N25 Billion to digitization of Lagos
Leading connectivity and data centre solutions provider, MainOne launches its “Digital Lagos: Broadband for All” campaign initiative to enable the digital transformation of Lagos...
Cisco to train 1 million new members of Africa’s Digital Workforce
Cisco has outlined its commitment to support the digitization of Africa’s communities, businesses, and governments through several initiatives for skills and talent development, innovation...
Kaspersky invites startups to join its Open Innovations Program
Kaspersky Lab has launched a new initiative to foster collaboration with innovative tech-based startups. The Kaspersky Open Innovations Program will enable startups to expand...
Gokada secures $5.3 Series A funding
Lagos-based on-demand motorcycle taxi app, Gokada has secured a Series A funding of $5.3 million. Led by Rise Capital with participation from Adventure Capital,...
AirtelTigo partners Huawei to boost smartphone usage
Telecom operator AirtelTigo and Huawei have announced a strategic partnership to enable more Ghanaians to get access to smartphone experience they aspire for with...
Huawei South Africa Launches Free 5G Training for ICT University Students
Huawei South Africa has launched a free 5G training course for ICT postgraduates at two Gauteng universities, with plans to expand the programme across...
Smile Communications appoints new Group Chief Executive Officer
Smile Communications has announced the appointments of Mr. Ahmad Farroukh as Group Chief Executive Officer and Ms. Irene Charnley as Deputy Chairman, effective 1...
