NITDA Builders Festival 2026: Smart Way to Unlock Startup Opportunities
NITDA Builders Festival 2026 offers Nigerian startups a path to ₦3bn in potential investment and pilot contracts by connecting real solutions with institutions.
Nigeria’s Internet Traffic: The Essential Growth Drivers Behind a 168% Surge
Nigeria’s internet traffic surged 168% in three years. Discover the key drivers behind the growth and what it means for businesses, SMEs and entrepreneurs.
Konga And Defence Headquarters Launch Nationwide Discount Scheme for Serving, Retired And Veteran Military Personnel
Konga and Defence Headquarters launch a nationwide discount scheme giving serving, retired and veteran military personnel access to essential goods at reduced prices.
Askya Offers African AI Startups Up To $200,000 In Investment Through New Growth Platform
Askya 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
Cabo Verde Telecom and DE-CIX Plan New South Atlantic Connectivity Corridor
DE-CIX and Cabo Verde Telecom have signed a non-binding Letter of Intent to explore a South Atlantic connectivity corridor linking Lisbon and São Paulo, strengthening direct digital infrastructure across Europe, Africa, and Latin America.
African Governments Are Now Training Their Civil Servants to Use AI as AfDB Launches Free Programme for Public Officials
The African Development Bank, UNDP, Google and Apolitical have launched free AI training for African public officials, covering AI skills, leadership, risks and government procurement.
Funding 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.
South Africa Launches Bold R100 Million ($6.1m) Youth Business Fund To Fight The Unemployment Crisis
South Africa launches a R100m youth business fund to tackle unemployment, boost young entrepreneurs, unlock finance and drive job creation nationwide.
Why Uber Left Nigeria After 12 Years: What the Exit Says About Doing Business in Nigeria
Uber’s 12-year Nigeria journey has ended. Its exit highlights the economic, regulatory and operational challenges facing businesses in Africa’s biggest market.
Africa Startup Congress 2027: National Pitch Competitions Open Doors for African Founders Across Ten Countries
Applications 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.
HP and UpSkill Universe Launch Free AI Training for 55,000 African SMEs
HP and UpSkill Universe are giving 55,000 African SMEs free AI training—helping entrepreneurs turn AI from hype into practical business growth.
Nomba and Synafare Commit ₦2 Billion to Solar Financing for 300 Nigerian SMEs
Nomba and Synafare are committing ₦2 billion to solar financing, helping 300 Nigerian SMEs cut energy costs, boost productivity and power their growth.