Glovo and Shoprite Join Forces to Revolutionize Online Shopping in Nigeria

Glovo, a versatile multi-category app, has taken a significant stride in enhancing the online shopping experience for customers in Nigeria. Through a strategic partnership with Shoprite, Nigeria’s largest supermarket retailer, Glovo now offers Nigerian customers the convenience of ordering a wide range of daily essentials, from freshly prepared meals to fresh fruits and vegetables, all … Read more

Google Appoints Alex Okosi as Managing Director for Africa

Google has made a significant appointment in its leadership team, with Alex Okosi assuming the role of Managing Director for Google in Africa. This strategic decision is expected to further enhance Google’s presence and impact across the continent. Here are the key details: A Respected Industry Veteran Alex Okosi brings a wealth of experience and … Read more

MTN Nigeria Raises N125 Billion via Commercial Paper Notes to Bolster Financing Options

MTN Nigeria Communications PLC (MTN Nigeria) has successfully raised N125 billion through the issuance of Series 6 and 7 commercial paper notes. This significant move is part of the telecom giant’s ongoing strategy to diversify its financing options and reduce its average cost of debt. The company disclosed this development in an official statement signed … Read more

USB-C and the iPhone 15: What We Know So Far

Can you feel the excitement in the air? September is just around the corner, and you know what that means โ€“ the highly anticipated iPhone 15 is about to take the spotlight! So, gather ’round as we dive into the buzz and unveil the juicy details about the big switcheroo that Apple is brewing up. … Read more

iPhone 15 Event: What to Expect

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Apple’s iPhone 15 is gearing up to grace us with its mind-blowing presence on September 12! Hold onto your AirPods, because this is not just any event; it’s an electrifying showcase of Apple’s next-gen genius, streamed live from the legendary Steve Jobs Theater in Cupertino, California. Action Button The new iPhone 15 models are reported … Read more

West-African Coups in a Post-COVID World: Impact on Startups and Businesses

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In the intricate tapestry of West Africa’s recent surge of coups, a thread of concern weaves through the region’s entrepreneurial landscape. From Mali to Guinea and Burkina Faso, Niger, and Now Gabon the unsettling waves of political upheaval have sent ripples across the startup ecosystem, leaving entrepreneurs and businesses grappling with the repercussions in a … Read more

Ericsson Foresees 5G Boosting Nigeria’s Tech Startup Ecosystem

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Technology vendor Ericsson is optimistic that the deployment of 5G technology will have a transformative impact on Nigeria’s tech startup ecosystem, fostering increased innovation and digital growth. This sentiment was shared by Hassam Kandeel, Vice President at Ericsson Middle East and Africa, during Ericsson’s leadership visit to Nigeria. The company aims to strengthen its collaboration … Read more

Nigeria: Telecom Titans Sound the Alarm, Pricing Woes Grip the Sector Amidst Economic Strife

Current Pricing Structure Under Scrutiny: Industry Players Raise Concerns The telecommunications sector, a cornerstone of the nation’s economy, finds itself at a crossroads as stakeholders, led by the Association of Licensed Telecoms Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), ring the alarm bells over the existing pricing framework governing calls, short message service (SMS), and data services. Amidst … Read more

Nigeria’s Minister of State for Gas Aims to Leverage Natural Gas Reserves to Reduce Transportation Costs

Ekperikpe Ekpo, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Gas, has announced his commitment to collaborate with the Ministry of Petroleum Resources to tap into the nation’s abundant natural gas reserves, with the goal of mitigating transportation costs for Nigerians. The minister made this statement after resuming his duties on August 22, emphasizing the need for a … Read more