Niger’s Z’ZEDA Startup Shines at AES Youth Forum with Sustainable Innovation Local Tech Startup Showcases Agricultural and Cleaning Solutions at Niamey Event The AES Youth Forum, held from June 27-28 in Niamey, emerged as a dynamic platform for young innovators to showcase their transformative ideas. Among the standout participants wasContinue Reading
From Optometry to Tech Empire: The Story of Pieter de Villiers and Clickatell Johannesburg, South Africa – Pieter de Villiers, the South African entrepreneur who co-founded Clickatell, played a pivotal role in shaping the global messaging landscape, including the success of WhatsApp. His journey from studying optometry to building aContinue Reading
Cameroon’s Nicaise Ngono Champions Local Culture and “Made in Cameroon” Products at SAGO 2025 Entrepreneur Showcases “Mendim Me Zon” and Other Indigenous Delicacies Yaoundé, Cameroon – In a bold move to promote Cameroonian culture and locally-made products, entrepreneur Nicaise Ngono has taken center stage at the Government Action Exhibition (SAGO)Continue Reading
InTouch Group Secures Key Payment and E-Money Licenses Across West Africa Bamako, Mali – July 2, 2025 – In a landmark development for Africa’s fintech sector, InTouch Group has obtained Payment Institution (EDP) licenses in Mali, Ivory Coast, and Burkina Faso, along with an Electronic Money Institution (EME) license inContinue Reading
Engineer Umar Yusuf’s Locally Made Motorbikes and Bicycles Revolutionize Mobility in Maiduguri and Africa Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria — In the heart of Nigeria’s North-East, where challenges are many, Engineer Umar Yusuf is redefining transportation with his locally fabricated motorbikes and bicycles. His innovations, born out of self-taught skillsContinue Reading
In the heart of Northern Nigeria, where access to Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has historically been limited, one young man is making a significant impact. Bello Tobiloba Abdullahi, a passionate advocate for digital literacy, is dedicated to equipping the youth of the region with essential ICT skills, bridging theContinue Reading
IBM Plus: Empowering Digital Growth in Abuja As businesses across Abuja, Nigeria seek stronger digital visibility, IBM Plus is leading the charge. Exceptional Services Tailored to Every Client IBM Plus provides a wide range of services including responsive web design, e-commerce development, search engine optimization (SEO), UI/UX design, andContinue Reading
Lagos Named World’s Fastest-Growing Tech City in 2025 by Dealroom.co Lagos, Nigeria – Netherlands-based research firm Dealroom.co has ranked Lagos as the world’s fastest-growing tech ecosystem in its newly released Global Tech Ecosystem Index 2025 report. Video credit to: TOP 10 DESTINATIONS Why Lagos Stands Out The report highlights LagosContinue Reading
5 High-Demand Remote Jobs in Ghana and How to Get Started In today’s digital era, an increasing number of Ghanaians are building successful careers through remote work opportunities. These positions offer the flexibility to work from home or anywhere with an internet connection while earning competitive salaries from international companies.Continue Reading
Prof Tshilidzi Marwala Honors Grandmother as His First Engineering Teacher From Clay Pots to AI: A Grandmother’s Lasting Legacy Pretoria, South Africa – Professor Tshilidzi Marwala, the renowned artificial intelligence expert and UN Under-Secretary-General, recently received an honorary doctoral degree in engineering from the University of Pretoria. In his acceptanceContinue Reading
