In African cities from Lagos to Nairobi, the journey of entrepreneurship is defined by grit, resourcefulness and an unrelenting drive to succeed. Unlike their peers in Silicon Valley who debate …
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Building with AI: The next big move for Nigerian entrepreneurs
In the bustling markets of Lagos, the vibrant tech hubs of Yaba, and the sprawling farmlands of Kano, a quiet but powerful revolution is underway. Nigerian entrepreneurs, long celebrated for …
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Café One, one of Nigeria’s leading coworking and coffee lifestyle brands, has expanded its footprint to 18 hubs across nine states, strengthening its role as a pioneer in the flexible …
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Why Africa’s Top Tech Startups Focus on Solving Real World Problems
A curious and powerful trend is taking root: Africa’s top tech startups are not chasing the next social media fad or a new gaming platform. Instead, they are laser-focused on …
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HQ, The Alternative Bank Partner to Provide Affordable Office Spaces for Startups Nationwide
HQ, a subsidiary of International Workplace Group (IWG), has partnered with The Alternative Bank to make modern and affordable office spaces available to startups and small businesses across Nigeria. The …
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NSIA Awards $220,000 to Innovative Nigerian Startups at NPI 3.0 Demo Day in Abuja
The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) has awarded a total of $220,000 in cash prizes to some of Nigeria’s most promising startups during the third edition of its flagship innovation …
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NSIA Rewards Top Nigerian Startups With $280,000 Innovation Prize
The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) has awarded a total of $280,000 to promising Nigerian startups at the grand finale of the third edition of its NSIA Prize for Innovation, …
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Nigerian Start-Ups Rank Third in Africa, Secure Over $162m
Nigerian start-ups have ranked third in Africa for attracting investor funding in the first five months of 2025, securing over $162 million in capital. This is according to the latest …
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Rivong Digital Agency Gains Global Traction with Scalable Tech Solutions
Rivong Digital Agency, a fast-rising Nigerian tech company founded in 2022, is carving a name for itself on the global stage. Led by entrepreneur and product designer Joshua Omojowolo, the …
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Nigeria’s Termii Tops Media/Telecoms Ranking in FT’s Fastest-Growing African Companies List
Nigerian technology company, Termii, has been ranked number one in the media and telecommunications category and 10th overall on the 2025 Financial Times list of Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies. The report, …