From Lagos to Nairobi

Nigeria’s technology landscape is entering a transformative phase as government bodies and private-sector innovators intensify collaboration to build a more resilient, globally competitive ecosystem. In recent years, the country has emerged as a leading tech hub in Africa, driven by a young, dynamic population and rapid digital adoption. Now, both policymakers and industry leaders are…

Global payments giant Visa has announced a strategic partnership with Aquanow to extend its stablecoin‑based settlement infrastructure across the Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (CEMEA) region — a move with major implications for African financial institutions. Under the collaboration, Aquanow’s digital‑asset infrastructure will be integrated into Visa’s existing payments stack, allowing issuers…

Lagos — On Saturday, October 25, 2025, hundreds of freelancers, digital creators, remote workers and gig professionals from across Nigeria converged at Ruby Hall, Zone Tech Park, Gbagada, for the inaugural edition of GigConnect 1.0, organised by fintech startup Gigbanc. Billed as a one‑day networking and capacity‑building event, GigConnect 1.0 aimed to strengthen Africa’s growing…

Lagos — The vibrant tech city of Lagos played host to Onchain Festival 2025, a landmark gathering billed as Africa’s largest Web3 and blockchain festival. The event took place on October 30, 2025 at The Dome, Lekki, drawing founders, creators, investors, and blockchain enthusiasts from across the continent. Organised by Bchain Africa under the theme “Celebrating the…

Lagos — In a landmark reaffirmation of its commitment to Africa’s digital future, Zenith Bank has awarded ₦140 million in cash prizes to ten promising innovators during the fifth edition of its annual Zenith Tech Fair. The event — themed “Future Forward 5.0: Tech for Success – Innovate, Adapt, Accelerate” — was held on November…

Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its digital transformation journey, with technology reshaping how businesses operate, how consumers engage, and how governments deliver services. Yet, as Dr. Jumoke Oduwole emphasizes in her work and advocacy, the continent’s full digital trade potential remains largely untapped. The reason is not a lack of innovation or talent…