Tech giant Xiaomi has sent ripples through the Nigerian smartphone market with the grand launch of the Redmi Note 13 Series. In a dazzling event held in Lagos, the company unveiled five powerhouse devices – the Redmi Note 13 Pro+…
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers are making significant strides in expanding their global presence, with a particular focus on the African market. The rapid development of EV technology and competitive pricing from Chinese brands are positioning them to take the…
Digital Africa, a leading organization in the digital industry, has announced the launch of the Digital Africa Talent 4 Startups Program. This initiative aims to connect top-tier digital professionals with innovative startups, fostering growth and innovation in the digital sector.…
The classrooms of the future are inching closer to reality, with Google taking center stage in the educational tech revolution. Google recently announced a series of new features for its education platform, Google Classroom, at the Bett ed-tech event. These…
Nigeria-based wealthtech startup Cova has announced its closure, marking the end of its operations in the financial technology sector. The company, known for its innovative platform that allowed users to consolidate and track their assets in one place, has decided…
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is now accepting applications for the Science for Development Fellowships (SDF) Program 2024-2026, providing a valuable opportunity for early- to mid-career scientists and engineers. The program, which is focused on driving innovation…
Nigerian Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima has called on African leaders to prioritize technology and digital skills in order to prepare the continent’s youth for the future. Speaking at a recent conference on youth empowerment, Senator Shettima emphasized the importance…
Supermarkets are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to sell more near-expired goods and cut food waste. According to a recent report, supermarkets are missing out on untapped revenue from selling food that’s about to expire, as store workers waste hours…
The UNDP has launched the “Timbuktoo” initiative, a $1 billion financing program aimed at revolutionizing the African startup ecosystem. This initiative, promoted by the UNDP and African leaders, seeks to address critical gaps and work with African governments, investors, corporations,…
Kuda Bank, the Nigerian neo-banking app, has hit a new record of 7 million customers, according to a recent announcement by the company. The CEO of Kuda Bank, Babs Ogundeyi, expressed his excitement about the milestone and attributed the success…
