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BRICS Entry to Boost Global Reach for Nigerian Innovators – NBTI DG
The Director-General of the National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI), Dr Patrick Uchenna Chukuwuemezie, has stated that Nigeria’s anticipated membership in BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) will open up global markets for Nigerian innovators, entrepreneurs, and startups. She emphasized that joining BRICS aligns with Nigeria’s goals to foster inclusive innovation, economic development,…
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Jumia Partners with Mirakl Ads to Transform Seller Advertising and Boost E-commerce Growth in Africa.
Jumia, Africa’s leading e-commerce platform, has partnered with Mirakl Ads to transform the digital advertising landscape across the continent’s online retail market. This strategic collaboration aims to empower sellers on Jumia’s marketplace by leveraging Mirakl’s advanced advertising technology, creating a more efficient, transparent, and targeted advertising ecosystem for African e-commerce. Mirakl Ads is a cutting-edge…
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Starlink Debuts in Qatar, Paving the Way for Enhanced Connectivity Across the Middle East.
Starlink, the satellite internet service operated by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, has officially launched its services in Qatar, marking a significant step in the company’s global expansion. This launch aims to enhance internet accessibility and connectivity across the entire country, including remote and underserved areas that traditional internet infrastructure may not adequately reach. The Ministry of…
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BENEFIT Launches 2025–2026 Strategy to Drive Fintech Innovation in Bahrain and Beyond
BENEFIT, Bahrain’s leading fintech and electronic financial transactions company, has unveiled its 2025–2026 strategic roadmap focused on accelerating digital transformation and fintech innovation locally and regionally. This ambitious plan aligns with Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030 and aims to solidify BENEFIT’s role as a key enabler in the Kingdom’s digital economy. The strategy prioritizes five core…
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AI Momentum Builds as Smart Africa Unites Nations for Policy Reform.
Smart Africa, a pan-African initiative aimed at driving sustainable socio-economic development through ICT, is spearheading efforts to help African countries develop cohesive and forward-looking Artificial Intelligence (AI) policies. As the digital landscape evolves rapidly, the alliance is encouraging African governments to craft national AI strategies that align with continental goals and global technological trends. During…
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Value-driven choices redefine South African consumer behavior.
The NIQ Consumer Tech Trends report highlights how South African consumers are reshaping their purchasing behavior in response to economic pressures, particularly inflation, rising living costs, and stagnant wages. The report emphasizes a significant shift towards value-seeking behavior, with consumers increasingly prioritizing affordability, quality, and long-term savings over brand loyalty or luxury. In this evolving…