October 12, 2026African Startups Raise $260.3 Million In September 2026, But Funding Remains Concentrated Among A Handful Of WinnersAfrican startup funding hit $260.3 million in September 2026 across 54 deals, down 40% from August but up 88% year-on-year, as Odyssey Energy Solutions, Paymob, and Arc Ride dominate a highly concentrated month.
October 11, 2026Nigeria’s Data Demand Outpaces Network Growth, NCC WarnsNCC warns Nigeria’s data demand is outpacing network growth as consumption hits 1.6 million terabytes. Full breakdown of the facts, figures, quotes, and what it means for broadband investment.
October 7, 2026NITDA Builders Festival 2026: Smart Way to Unlock Startup OpportunitiesNITDA Builders Festival 2026 offers Nigerian startups a path to ₦3bn in potential investment and pilot contracts by connecting real solutions with institutions.
October 1, 2026Konga And Defence Headquarters Launch Nationwide Discount Scheme for Serving, Retired And Veteran Military PersonnelKonga and Defence Headquarters launch a nationwide discount scheme giving serving, retired and veteran military personnel access to essential goods at reduced prices.
October 1, 2026Askya Offers African AI Startups Up To $200,000 In Investment Through New Growth PlatformAskya Investment Partners has launched a six-week AI Growth Platform for 10 African startups, offering zero-equity participation, business support and potential investment of up to $200,000
September 24, 2026The Rise of Remote Global Jobs: Why More Nigerians May Work for Foreign Companies Without Leaving NigeriaNigeria’s remote work boom is opening doors to global jobs without relocation. Discover the skills, opportunities and challenges shaping the future of work.
September 22, 2026Funding is Available, But Are Nigerian Small Businesses Ready for It?Funding exists for Nigerian small businesses, but access remains a challenge. Discover what SMEs need to become funding-ready and turn capital into sustainable growth.
September 22, 2026South Africa Launches Bold R100 Million ($6.1m) Youth Business Fund To Fight The Unemployment CrisisSouth Africa launches a R100m youth business fund to tackle unemployment, boost young entrepreneurs, unlock finance and drive job creation nationwide.
September 19, 2026Why Uber Left Nigeria After 12 Years: What the Exit Says About Doing Business in NigeriaUber’s 12-year Nigeria journey has ended. Its exit highlights the economic, regulatory and operational challenges facing businesses in Africa’s biggest market.
September 18, 2026Africa Startup Congress 2027: National Pitch Competitions Open Doors for African Founders Across Ten CountriesApplications are now open for the Africa Startup Congress 2027 National Pitch Competition and Roadshow, giving early-stage startups across 10 African countries a chance to pitch to investors and ecosystem stakeholders and progress toward the continental stage in Kigali.
