From Lagos to Nairobi

When we think of Nigeria’s economy, most people picture banks, oil, or tech startups. But a growing and often overlooked engine of revenue is right on university campuses: students themselves. According to research reported by TechCabal, Nigeria’s campus gig economy — the sum of all informal, freelance, and small business work by students — may…

South African fintech startup Optasia has made waves with its debut on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, and the numbers show why the excitement was real. Pricing its shares at R19 each, the IPO raised roughly R6.5 billion ($375 million) and gave the company an implied market value of about R23.5 billion. This made it one of the largest…

At the recent Tech Revolution Africa conference, Nigerian tech entrepreneur and investor Iyinoluwa Aboyeji delivered a message that was as sobering as it was important: startup failure isn’t an anomaly — it’s the default outcome. Aboyeji, who co‑founded global companies like Andela, Flutterwave, and Moove, and now leads the venture platform Future Africa, has built…

When you hear the term “venture capital” or “VC,” it might sound like something reserved for Silicon Valley tech giants. But in reality, venture capital is becoming increasingly important here in Africa, powering startups, innovation, and new economic opportunities. Simply put, venture capital is money invested in early-stage or growth-stage companies that have high potential…

In a significant move for digital infrastructure across Africa, Starlink has launched its satellite internet service in the Central African Republic, marking its 27th market on the continent. This expansion signals a new chapter in Africa’s connectivity story, where millions of people in previously underserved regions now have access to high-speed, low-latency internet. For many,…

Governments around the world are stepping up efforts to make social media safer and more accountable, and Africa is no exception. Recent discussions in countries like Nigeria focus on age restrictions and stronger identity verification for social media users. The goal is clear: protect vulnerable groups, especially children, from online harm, while also reducing fake…