From Lagos to Nairobi

These two new satellites enhance global coverage and bring incremental capacity to scale up services provided by SES’s second-generation medium Earth orbit (MEO) system, O3b mPOWER. SES has taken another major step toward enhancing global connectivity with the successful launch of two new O3b mPOWER satellites. This latest deployment is part of the company’s second-generation…

The bootcamp aims to enhance institutional development, improve program design, and boost investment readiness for participating ESOs. Smart Africa has launched a bootcamp aimed at strengthening Africa’s startup support ecosystem by equipping key stakeholders with the tools and knowledge needed to foster innovation and entrepreneurship. The initiative, held in partnership with key continental and global…

Nice Deer, a leading Egyptian healthtech startup, is introducing the country’s first digital factoring platform tailored specifically for the healthcare sector. This pioneering solution aims to address one of the most persistent problems in Egypt’s healthcare ecosystem: the payment delays between healthcare service providers and insurance companies. In Egypt, many clinics, hospitals, and diagnostic centers…

Itana, a pioneering startup, has launched Africa’s first full-stack AI and data-driven growth zone in Lagos, Nigeria. The initiative is designed to accelerate the continent’s transition into a digitally advanced and globally competitive economy. The Itana Growth Zone combines infrastructure, policy, and a tech-savvy community to attract top global and local talent in artificial intelligence,…

The journey of a Nigerian cybersecurity expert from Lagos to Chicago reflects a compelling intersection of technology and social impact. This professional, originally trained in cybersecurity and information systems, has successfully blended technical expertise with a passionate drive for healthcare advocacy, especially in underserved communities. Starting his career in Nigeria, he honed his skills in…

Activities of cybercriminals, especially in the financial sector, have been immense lately. What is causing this spike? Nigeria’s cybersecurity framework has been widely criticized for being largely reactive rather than proactive. This means the country often addresses cyber threats only after they occur, rather than anticipating and preventing them. Despite growing digital adoption across sectors…