From Lagos to Nairobi

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…

Tanzania’s Minister of Information, Communication, and Information Technology, Nape Nnauye, has officially commissioned a new data center in Uganda, marking a significant step in strengthening digital and economic ties between the two East African nations. The facility, located in Kampala, is part of a broader initiative to enhance regional ICT infrastructure and promote cross-border cooperation…

The platform plans to inject EGP 1 billion in working capital loans over the coming year, targeting Egypt’s $50 billion SME financing gap. Egypt-based fintech startup Flend has raised $3 million in seed funding to expand its lending services targeted at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The funding round was led by Acasia Ventures, with…

South Africa’s telecommunications sector is facing an unprecedented cybersecurity crisis, with a staggering 80% of telecom firms reportedly hit by ransomware attacks over the past year. This surge in attacks is raising serious concerns about the resilience of digital infrastructure in one of Africa’s most connected markets. Ransomware—malicious software that locks access to data until…