From Lagos to Nairobi

Chui Ventures, a Nigerian-based venture capital firm, has successfully closed its first fund, surpassing the $10 million target and signaling growing investor confidence in Africa’s startup ecosystem. The milestone underscores the increasing appetite for early-stage investments in technology-driven businesses across the continent and positions Chui Ventures as a rising player in the African venture capital…

Intense Group, a leading digital solutions provider, recently hosted the highly anticipated Leadway Digital Summit, bringing together industry experts, fintech innovators, and financial services leaders to discuss emerging trends and the future of non-banking finance in Africa. The summit provided a platform for thought leadership, knowledge sharing, and strategic conversations around how technology is reshaping…

A Nigerian artificial intelligence and cybersecurity expert has secured a groundbreaking patent for a next-generation health tech platform built entirely on advanced cloud architecture—marking a major milestone for Africa’s digital health ecosystem. The patented platform, which integrates AI-driven diagnostics, secure patient data management, and predictive analytics, is designed to address some of the continent’s biggest…

In a landscape where youth unemployment and limited access to capital often hinder entrepreneurial ambition, the story of two Nigerian graduates who built a ₦2 billion trade machine stands out as a testament to resilience, innovation, and strategic execution. What began as a small trading hustle shortly after their university years has evolved into one…

AXIAN, one of Africa’s fastest-rising investment and diversified services groups, has announced the rebranding of its fintech arm, marking a bold step in its mission to accelerate digital banking adoption across the continent. The refreshed identity reflects AXIAN’s ambition to consolidate its financial services portfolio, enhance interoperability, and deliver cutting-edge digital solutions that meet the…

The United States government has approved a $150 million financing package to support Zipline, the global drone-delivery giant, as it accelerates its expansion across Africa. The funding—channeled through the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)—marks one of the strongest endorsements yet of drone-powered logistics on the continent, where Zipline already operates some of the world’s…