Miden, a Nigerian startup enabling businesses to issue virtual cards to customers through its API, secures a spot in Y Combinator’s winter 2024 batch. Following Cleva, a cross-border payment service, Miden becomes the latest Nigerian startup to join this year’s winter cohort. Launched in 2022, Miden addresses operational challenges faced by businesses dealing with traditional […]

While Nigeria’s stock market continues to gain global recognition, its regulator, the SEC, operates without oversight. In January, NGX, Nigeria’s stock market, claimed the title of the world’s best-performing stock market. However, amid this impressive performance, a crucial element is missing: the board of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Despite being responsible for overseeing […]

Apple Books Digital Narration marks a recent innovation by Apple, enabling authors to effortlessly transform their existing ebooks into audiobooks using advanced text-to-speech technology. The voices employed in this feature are crafted to sound natural and are based on human narrators. This development significantly lowers the cost and enhances the accessibility of audiobook creation. Authors […]

Agrisat stands as a beacon, striving to herald a new era of intelligent agriculture. With a primary focus on pioneering agricultural innovations, Agrisat unveils its multifaceted strategy to revolutionize the agricultural sector in Nigeria. At the core of Agrisat’s mission lies the modernization of agricultural education. Through inventive teaching and learning methodologies, the project aims […]

The localization of food delivery in Nigeria transcends mere meal delivery; it embodies the essence of community connection, empowerment of local vendors, and an elevated culinary journey. Zeroing in on student communities and innovative platforms like Joeron, the landscape of food delivery in Nigeria is poised for an exciting and delectable transformation. In the bustling […]

In Nigeria’s dynamic technological landscape, the field of robotics has often been overlooked, facing challenges that hinder the potential growth of this innovative sector. However, amidst these hurdles, Liensy emerges as a beacon of hope, spearheading the development of robotic navigation solutions and playing a pivotal role in transforming the robotics landscape in Nigeria, particularly […]

Securing the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant is typically a straightforward process. However, acknowledging the possibility of application rejection is crucial. In the event of a grant denial, understanding the right to contest the decision through the SASSA Appeal Process becomes essential. Common reasons your SASSA application may be denied and how to go […]

Airtel Africa, a telecommunications company operating in 14 African countries, faced a significant challenge last year with a 99% decline in profits due to currency devaluation in key markets such as Nigeria, Malawi, Zambia, and Kenya. Currency devaluations in Nigeria’s Naira and Malawian Kwacha squeezed Airtel Africa’s margins, resulting in profits of $2 million for […]

Showmax, the streaming video-on-demand service under MultiChoice, is gearing up for the February relaunch of its platform with a focus on affordable pricing and mobile accessibility. During a press event in Lagos, the company unveiled its new app, brand identity, and subscription tiers. Showmax’s three subscription options include Entertainment, Premier League, and a bundle of […]

French media company Canal+ is contemplating a R31.7 billion ($1.6 billion) acquisition of MultiChoice, a South African media company. Canal+ is offering R105 ($5.6) per share, a 40% premium over MultiChoice’s recent closing share price. Notably, Canal+ already owns 31.7% of MultiChoice, despite regulatory challenges to foreign ownership in South Africa. Comcast, the parent company […]