| Date | Title | Description |
| 11.12.2025 | Nigeria: Meet Redmi 15c 5g - Xiaomi's New Budget Champion Bringing 5g to Everyone | With Nigerian consumers craving faster internet more than ever, the REDMI 15C 5G is here to make the 5G era accessible to everyone.
Xiaomi has officially dropped the all-new REDMI 15C 5G in Nigeria today! As the upgraded star of the REDMI 1... |
| 30.11.2025 | How Technology is Transforming Global Supply Chains and Economic Development | Global supply chains are the backbone of modern commerce, connecting manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and consumers across continents. Historically, supply chains have been complex, opaque, and prone to inefficiencies. Today, technol... |
| 06.10.2025 | POCO M7 & POCO C85 Launch in Nigeria: Power Meets Performance | POCO is back to redefine smartphone experiences in Nigeria with the simultaneous launch of POCO M7 and POCO C85 — two devices that combine massive battery life, stunning displays, and powerful performance for every type of user. Whether you... |
| 30.09.2025 | itel launches the best 3D-Curved Amoled screen smartphone in Nigeria under ₦300,000; the SUPER 26 Ultra | A smartphone should do more than keep you connected; it should empower you to work, create, and enjoy life without limits. That is exactly what the itel SUPER 26 Ultra delivers. With its sleek design, unmatched durability, powerful performa... |
| 25.09.2025 | POCO Launches Two Power-Packed Smartphones in Nigeria: POCO M7 and POCO C85 | POCO, a performance-driven smartphone brand loved by young tech enthusiasts worldwide, today announced the arrival of two exciting new models for the Nigerian market: the POCO M7 and POCO C85. These launches mark another milestone in POCO’s... |
| 24.09.2025 | itel launches durable curved display smartphone SUPER 26 Ultra: A breakthrough of an unbeatable performance and accessible AI for the masses | itel, a global tech empowerment brand ranked No.1 smartphone brand, has launched its new model SUPER 26 Ultra, designed for style, strength, and intelligence. It delivers a premium 144Hz curved AMOLED display, high-quality durability, and s... |
| 08.09.2025 | REDMI 15C: The must-have Xiaomi smartphone this September | As Nigerians step into the vibrant month of September, Xiaomi is proud to spotlight the REDMI 15C as the ultimate smartphone companion of the season. Combining power, performance, and refined design, the REDMI 15C is engineered to meet the ... |
| 01.09.2025 | 7 things you must know about REDMI 15C | Xiaomi has once again raised the bar with the launch of REDMI 15C, a smartphone that blends powerful performance, stunning design, and all-day battery life. If you’re in the market for a new phone, REDMI 15C is one you can’t ignore. Whether... |
| 29.08.2025 | Xiaomi announces official launch of Redmi 15c in Nigeria: A power-packed device built for Nigerian lifestyles | Xiaomi is proud to announce the official launch of its highly anticipated REDMI 15C smartphone in the Nigerian market. The device will be officially available starting August 29, 2025, through all authorized Xiaomi outlets and retail partne... |
| 11.07.2025 | A guide to owning solar in Nigeria (2025): Prices, installation, and top vendors | Table of contents
What is a solar system
Types of solar panels
How much does solar cost
Solar providers in Nigeria
It started with a blackout. The kind that catches you just as you’re about to iron your clothes or charge your phone before h... |
| 23.06.2025 | Oluwatobi Oladapo recognised for advancing trust-first innovation in fintech | Oluwatobi Oladapo, Head of Product at myCircle Africa, was named Nigeria’s Most Exceptional Fintech Professional of the Year at the 2024 Nigeria Technology Awards (NiTA), in recognition of his work leading the development of culturally grou... |
| 04.06.2025 | Power meets personality: Why POCO’s new phones are a vibe, not just a device | In a world where smartphones are starting to look, feel, and perform the same, POCO has just flipped the script in Nigeria with the launch of two bold, unapologetically different devices: the POCO X7 Pro and the POCO C71.
These aren’t just ... |
| 29.05.2025 | POCO's Bold Move: New Smartphones Ignite the Nigerian Market | In a world where technology evolves at lightning speed, POCO has thrown down the gauntlet. The brand, known for its commitment to performance and affordability, has launched two new smartphones in Nigeria: the POCO X7 Pro and the POCO C71. ... |
| 29.05.2025 | POCO launches POCO X7 Pro and POCO C71 in Nigeria: Power meets accessibility | POCO, the brand synonymous with innovation and raw performance, has officially launched two exciting new smartphones into the Nigerian market: the POCO X7 Pro and the POCO C71. These two models reinforce POCO’s commitment to delivering powe... |
| 19.04.2025 | These 6 African ecommerce websites went from zero to $1 million: here’s how | Buying and selling have always been part of everyday life. In the past, trade happened in physical markets. People had to be there in person to buy or sell anything. But things have changed. You can now buy and sell from your phone or compu... |
| 16.04.2025 | Xiaomi Nigeria unveils the all-new REDMI A5 – affordable excellence for everyone | Xiaomi Nigeria is proud to announce the official launch of its latest entry-level powerhouse, the REDMI A5, further expanding its widely popular Redmi A series. Priced at just ₦99,700, the REDMI A5 offers an unbeatable blend of camera innov... |
| 02.04.2025 | EcoFlow Expands into Nigeria with the Launch of RIVER 3 Max Plus | EcoFlow Nigeria Brand Launch at the Tech Experience Center in Lagos
Global renewable energy solutions provider launches in Nigeria with simple, clean solutions for everyday power needs.
EcoFlow, a global leader in portable eco-friendly ener... |
| 26.03.2025 | Food delivery riders earning as much as N25,000 daily while fueling Lagos’ dining culture | In Lagos, a city that thrives on constant motion, food delivery riders have become a distinct part of its busy streets.
Whether maneuvering through traffic or waiting at bus stops, they zip by on motorbikes with food boxes or bicycles carry... |
| 05.03.2025 | From Paystack superfan to CEO: The life of Selar’s Douglas Kendyson | Douglas Kendyson calls himself “God’s favourite,” and his journey so far reinforces his belief. After graduating from Covenant University at 19, he transitioned from a curious website developer to one of the earliest employees at Paystack—a... |
| 10.02.2025 | Glovo, Nigerian Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, NIPOST, and Industry Leaders Unite to Address E-Commerce Challenges in Nigeria | Strategic Collaboration with the Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy and NIPOST Drives Innovation in Digital Commerce
Lagos, Nigeria – February 6, 2025 – The Nigerian e-commerce industry is at a turning point, drive... |
| 04.02.2025 | Inside the lives of Chowdeck and Glovo superusers: from 236 orders to ₦400k monthly | Chowdeck and Glovo users are weighing rising costs against convenience as food delivery becomes a daily necessity.
At the beginning of 2025, *Anita, a Lagos-based marketer, resolved to reduce her reliance on food delivery apps to regain con... |
| 31.01.2025 | Oluwatofunmi Oguntibeju: Leading the Future of Fraud Detection and Compliance with AI-Powered Autonomous Agents at Lumi360.ai | In a world where fraud tactics evolve rapidly and regulatory compliance grows more complex, Lumi360.ai is at the forefront of innovation, transforming how fintechs detect fraud and manage risk. Founded by Oluwatofunmi Oguntibeju—whose exper... |
| 29.01.2025 | TikTok: The New Marketplace for Nigerian Entrepreneurs | In the vibrant world of Nigerian commerce, TikTok has emerged as a powerful marketplace. It’s not just a platform for dance challenges and viral videos anymore. It’s a bustling bazaar where entrepreneurs showcase their goods, engage with cu... |
| 24.01.2025 | Bolt enters grocery delivery while others run for the door | Grocery delivery in Nairobi is a smaller market compared to food delivery. Few players, including supermarket chains like Naivas and Carrefour, have ventured into it with varying levels of success. The high cost of delivery — which can cost... |
| 24.01.2025 | “On some days, I make ₦70,000;”TikTok Live is the new storefront for Nigerian business owners | Jude Okafor, a menswear trader on TikTok, is no stranger to live selling. At least three times a week, he goes live to showcase a mix of new and thrifted jeans to his audience. Before each live session, Okafor posts reminders to ensure his ... |
| 21.11.2024 | Africa's Tech Renaissance: iHub and JADA Lead the Charge | Africa is on the brink of a tech revolution. Two players are at the forefront: iHub and JADA. Both are redefining the continent's role in the global tech landscape. Their recent moves signal a shift. A shift towards innovation, investment, ... |
| 20.11.2024 | Africa: Jada Raises $1m to Build Africa's AI Workforce for Global Demand | TLDR
Lagos-based JADA secures $1M funding for AI training hub led by industry veterans.
JADA targets bridging global AI talent gap by training 100 professionals yearly in AI and machine learning.
AI-driven screening process ensures technica... |
| 29.10.2024 | AbbVie’s Bold Move: Acquiring Aliada Therapeutics for CNS Breakthroughs | In a strategic maneuver that echoes the age-old adage, "the early bird catches the worm," AbbVie has set its sights on the burgeoning field of central nervous system (CNS) therapeutics. The Chicago-based pharmaceutical giant annou... |
| 28.10.2024 | South Africa’s ‘Pick n Pay’ to exit Nigeria after selling 51% stake in its joint venture | South African grocery retailer Pick n Pay is set to exit the Nigerian market by selling its 51% stake in a joint venture, as part of a broader restructuring strategy outside its home market, CEO Sean Summers announced on Monday as reported ... |
| 27.09.2024 | Xiaomi Nigeria Back-to-School Promotion: Gear Up with Amazing Offers on Redmi Pads and Buds! | As students and parents prepare for the new school year, Xiaomi Nigeria is thrilled to announce an exciting Back-to-School Promotion tailored to help you stay productive and connected with the latest technology. This limited-time offer is a... |
| 17.09.2024 | Bootstrapped and bold: How the team behind OyaNow is transforming the logistics sector | OyaNow is the leading provider of Convenience, Reliability, and Quality of Service to individuals and businesses across Nigeria.
On the OyaNow platform, users can order whatever they need from their favourite stores and see it delivered to ... |
| 09.09.2024 | OyaNow’s 7-Year Testament to Nigerian Ingenuity: Inviting Next-Gen Innovators to Lead the Future | OyaNow is the leading provider of Convenience, Reliability and Quality of Service to individuals and businesses across Nigeria.
This homegrown success gears up to celebrate its 7th anniversary this September, reflecting on its achievements ... |
| 06.08.2024 | VertoFX Appoints Dr. Austin Okpagu as Nigeria Country Manager | VertoFX, the global financial technology firm delivering enterprise grade cross-border payments, FX and banking solutions across emerging markets, has announced the appointment of Dr. Austin Okpagu as its first Country Manager for Nigeria. ... |
| 01.08.2024 | Golden Opportunities this August: Discover Xiaomi’s Latest and Greatest | As August unfolds, Xiaomi is set to make this month truly golden for its customers with an array of exciting new products and unbeatable offers. Known for delivering top-tier technology at accessible prices, Xiaomi continues to raise the ba... |
| 06.06.2024 | Introducing Redmi 13: 108MP Camera Paired with Fun Features to Unleash Your Creativity | Xiaomi today unveiled Redmi 13, the latest member of its Redmi family, setting a new standard for entry-level smartphones. Crafted for discerning users seeking both style and substance, Redmi 13 delivers a sleek, stylish design packed with ... |
| 16.05.2024 | Jumia doubles down on Nigeria in push to turn profitable | E-retailer Jumia Technologies plans to focus on Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, as part of a bid to turn profitable.
The Nasdaq-listed e-commerce firm will consolidate its three warehouses in Nigeria to one, 30 000sq m depot in Lago... |
| 15.05.2024 | Game on, Play Faster With itel’s First Gaming Smartphone, The RS4 | Attention all gamers! itel has entered the gaming smartphone market with a bang. Get ready to level up your gaming experience with itel’s groundbreaking entry into the gaming smartphone arena—the itel RS4. Designed specifically for gamers, ... |
| 18.03.2024 | Xiaomi’s 2024 Innovation Wave: Introducing the Redmi Note 13 Series and Redmi A3 | In the dynamic landscape of technology, Xiaomi continues to break barriers, bringing innovation within everyone’s reach. As we embark on 2024, Xiaomi unveils two game-changing smartphones – the Redmi Note 13 Series and the Redmi A3. If you’... |
| 15.03.2024 | 3 Easy Ways To Buy Gift Cards In Nigeria: A Comprehensive Guide | Have you ever found yourself desperately searching for a place to buy gift cards in Nigeria, only to come up empty-handed or frustrated with the lack of options? I know that struggle all too well. As a proper Nigerian, I have found the best... |
| 13.03.2024 | Unlocking Value: 5 Compelling Reasons to Choose Redmi A3 | In a market flooded with smartphone options, making the right choice can be a daunting task. However, the Redmi A3 emerges as a standout contender, offering a blend of affordability, stunning design, and impressive features. Here are five c... |
| 19.10.2023 | MORE THAN AWESOME: ITEL RELEASES NEW A70 IN NIGERIA | itel, a leading mobile phone brand known for its innovative yet affordable devices, has set the stage ablaze with its latest release, the itel A70. Packed with exceptional features and a captivating design, the itel A70 promises to redefine... |
| 02.02.2023 | Superlayer raises $1.3 million to "supercharge" sales pipelines using AI | London-based startup Superlayer has raised $1.3 million in pre-seed funds to perfect its AI-driven sales workflow platform that enables deal pipelines to be qualified and deciphered in "seconds".
The round is co-led by Triple Poin... |
| 30.01.2023 | Nigeria maintains lead in generator imports in Africa. But at what cost? | Nigeria has many challenges stifling its economic growth, but the endemic epileptic power supply in the country stands out. It is commonplace to see Nigerians without light for days, months, and surprisingly even years. On a graver and gran... |
| 08.06.2022 | Mid-year promo: Check out these platforms to enjoy discounted prices | --> -->
It’s the middle of the year and the best time to save money you will be needing a few months from now.
But the big question is; how do you save up when the prices of goods keep skyrocketing? Well, this is quite easy if you can... |
| 26.05.2022 | Dear healthtech startups, Jumia is coming for your bread! | Share this article:
On Tuesday, May 17, 2022, Nigerian eCommerce giant, Jumia released its financial report for the first quarter of 2022.
Co-CEOs Jeremy Hodara and Sacha Poignonnec shared that orders, revenue, and gross merchandise value (... |
| 15.04.2022 | Want to shop? Here are some mouth watering deals and promos this season! | --> -->
The season is filled with a lot of shopping for everyone since it doubles as both Easter for the Christians and Ramadan for the Muslims.
During festive periods most supermarkets kick off mouth-watering promos of which prices a... |
| 23.12.2021 | TechCabal’s Guide to Gift Giving | Yes, yes, we know Christmas is a few hours away, and this is a bit late, but everybody knows that the big boys are always too busy to shop before the holidays.
So, if you want to roll with the big boys, here’s a last-minute gift guide for a... |
| 22.06.2021 | From Konga to mPharma, logistics for health products is growing in Africa | “People order drugs on Jumia?”
That was the reaction from the most ardent online shopper I know. She buys running shoes, mom jeans and hair products but doesn’t understand why anyone would buy drugs online. It just doesn’t feel right for he... |
| 11.05.2021 | Despite $33 million Q1 revenue, Jumia’s share price may take another nosedive after recent results | The e-commerce giant, Jumia saw its share prices nosedive to $21.15 ahead of the release of its financial results for the first quarter of 2021. It is the company’s lowest share price this year after a market rally saw it hit an all-time hi... |
| 09.04.2021 | Jumia raises $348.6 million from secondary shares | Jumia, Africa’s largest ecommerce firm, has raised $348.6 million through secondary shares offerings of 8,962,961 American Depositary Shares (ADS).
The shares were sold for $38.90 per ADS on average.
In the secondary share sale, the company... |
| 17.03.2021 | AI Cameras At Its Best: A Two Week Use Review of the OPPO Reno5 | The OPPO Reno5 is one of OPPO’s latest devices in its line of camera-focused smartphones, and like most other devices in the Reno series, it packs an exciting camera, but comes with a number of flagship features and the performance to make ... |
| 16.03.2021 | Race for dominance in the photography space: Smartphones or digital cameras? | Share this article:
It is common to see freelance photographers at various functions in Nigeria jostling for the attention of arriving guests. And it seldom ends with arrivals as they continue to take pictures long after the guests are seat... |
| 23.11.2020 | Nokia Offers Customers Massive Discounts with Amazing Deals this Season | What’s huge, black, and fits right with your wallet? You got it! It is Nokia’s Black Friday Deal.
It is that time of the year when you get to shop till you drop! Black Friday 2020 is here. But, it would not be complete without huge discount... |
| 30.04.2020 | African fintech firm Flutterwave launches SME e-commerce portal | San Francisco and Lagos-based fintech startup Flutterwave has launched Flutterwave Store, a portal for African merchants to create digital shops to sell online.
The product is less Amazon and more eBay — with no inventory or warehouse requi... |
| 07.04.2020 | Avoid shopping stress with these online grocery platforms in Nigeria | Share this article:
Shopping online is not entirely a new trend, but its adoption has spiraled with the increased need for eCommerce. Besides reducing the time and stress involved in visiting a mall or an open market for groceries and foods... |
| 16.01.2020 | Jumia Group appoints Diana Owusu-Kyereko as Jumia Ghana’s first CEO | Share this article:
Yesterday, Jumia Group announced the appointment of Diana Owusu-Kyereko as the new CEO for its Ghana office. She took over from Ore Odusanya who had been the country manager since 2016. The announcement revealed that thi... |
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| 01.01.2020 | Jumia, DHL and Alibaba will face off in African e-commerce 2.0 | The business of selling consumer goods and services online is a relatively young endeavor across Africa, but e-commerce is set to boom.
Over the last eight years, the sector has seen its first phase of big VC fundings, startup duels and att... |
| 12.11.2019 | JumiaPay is Jumia’s fastest growing business, Q3 Report shows, as losses mount | Jumia, the Africa-focused e-commerce platform, has released its financial report for the third quarter (Q3) of 2019. Thanks to scandals, the e-commerce company has had a rocky year since it listed on the New York Stock Exchange in April. Bu... |
| 12.11.2019 | Pan-African e-tailer Jumia grows 3Q revenue, e-payments and losses | Pan-African e-commerce startup Jumia released its third-quarter financial results today.
The numbers and presentation reflected some of the same past trends, with a dash of new, and nary a mention of a declining share price. The results
Jum... |
| 28.10.2019 | Revisiting Jumia’s JForce scandal and Citron’s short-sell claims | In advance of Jumia’s November financial reporting, it’s worth revisiting the company’s second-quarter results, the downside of which included some negative news beyond losses.
The Africa focused e-commerce company — with online verticals i... |
| 24.10.2019 | Jumia vs Transsion Holdings: A tale of two IPOs
Post-IPO and the future | Within months of each other, Jumia AG, the African e-commerce giant and Transsion Holdings, the phone maker with the biggest market share in Africa, floated their IPOs. Listing on the NYSE and Shanghai’s STAR market respectively, both compa... |
| 10.10.2019 | Africa e-tailer Jumia’s shares fall 4% day after IPO lockup expiration | Shares of Africa-focused e-commerce company Jumia dropped 4% the day after the lockup period expired for its April IPO on the New York Stock Exchange.
The lockup provision prevents major shareholders — namely those who purchased equity pre-... |
| 26.09.2019 | Where you can buy the new iPhone 11 across Africa | Share this article:
On September 10, Apple introduced the newest and highly anticipated additions to the iPhone family — the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max.
As you’d expect, the new iPhone has been all the rave since its lau... |
| 19.09.2019 | Why CBN may have chosen six states and the FCT to kickstart cashless policy implementation | Share this article:
In a bid to promote its cashless policy, which started in 2012, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has ordered commercial banks in six states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to charge fees on cash deposits and wit... |
| 09.09.2019 | DHL expands Africa eShop online retail app to 34 countries | DHL has expanded its DHL Africa eShop business to 13 additional markets, upping the presence of the global shipping company’s e-commerce platform to 34 African countries.
DHL went live with the digital retail app in April, bringing more tha... |
| 13.08.2019 | Shift to Technology Platforms and Social Commerce Transforms the Digital Commerce M&A Deal Mix, Reveals Hampleton Partners’ Research Reports | Agency M&A is down, as media groups curb acquisition rate and face competition from professional services firms
Digital software M&A is up, as a range of buyers hone in on digital solutions for higher returns
London, UK – 13 August ... |
| 08.08.2019 | Proposed five percent tax on e-commerce transactions could hinder growth | In a recent interview, Babatunde Fowler, the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), disclosed that his agency is considering imposing a new tax specifically for e-commerce.
The plan is to deduct a five percent value added ta... |
| 25.06.2019 | Jumia Launches Delivery Subscription Service in Nigeria | E-commerce marketplace Jumia has launched a delivery subscription service ‘Jumia Prime’ in Nigeria. The service offers Jumia customers access to unlimited free delivery. This launch is in line with its anniversary celebration.
The service w... |
| 04.06.2019 | Africa Roundup: Jumia’s post-IPO earnings, Gokada’s $5.3M raise, Facebook’s fake-news purge, Joe Montana’s fintech investment | Jumia held its first post-IPO earnings call and weathered a short-sell assault in May, with Wall Street showing confidence in the Pan-African e-commerce company.
On the numbers, key takeaways were that Jumia’s Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) ... |
| 14.05.2019 | Africa e-tailer Jumia issues post-IPO results amid short-sell assault | For Pan-African e-commerce startup Jumia, going public has been an up and down affair.
The company filed SEC IPO docs in March and saw its share rise 70% after listing on the NYSE in April at $14.50. Then last week, Jumia’s stock tumbled wh... |
| 04.04.2019 | Consolidation in Africa as classifieds player Jiji acquires their main competitor OLX | As we saw from our recent TechCrunch Battlefield in Africa last year, the continent is producing bigger and bigger tech players, and one can see this in the consolidation in the market.
Today Jiji, one of the largest marketplaces for classi... |
| 14.03.2019 | Can there be too much competition between startups? | Competition is the core of capitalism. Competition between companies lowers prices — on average — and ensures that they are forced to innovate lest they lose their markets to others. Competition between workers ensures that people strive to... |
| 09.03.2019 | Why Warriors’ Andre Iguodala joined African unicorn Jumia’s board of directors | Andre Iguodala, a key member of the Golden State Warriors basketball team, is no stranger to the tech industry. He’s invested in Tristan Walker’s Walker & Company, which has since been acquired by Procter & Gamble, electric scooter ... |
| 08.08.2018 | What You Should Know About Building An Edtech Startup In Nigeria | Five years ago, I co-founded an edtech startup with a friend, although I no longer work with the team, I learnt some very valuable lessons. For one, edtech is not a quick money play and founders will need to think long term. It can take a w... |
| 19.07.2018 | Jumia Nigeria celebrates six years of creating a sustainable impact | Jumia
Jumia has dedicated the whole of July to celebrate its 6th Year Anniversary. The celebration aims at acknowledging major milestones achieved over the period of its operations in Nigeria.
These include, the listing of over 5 million un... |
| 22.06.2018 | Jumia is building tomorrow’s African e-commerce infrastructure – CEO | Juliet Anamma
The Chief Executive Officer of Jumia Nigeria, Juliet Anamma has disclosed that the company’s integrated and interconnected infrastructure and ecosystem across its 23 markets in Africa has helped to build a solid foundation for... |
| 21.03.2018 | Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro: Unboxing and First Impressions | Share this article:
In July 2017, Samsung released the Pro version of its Galaxy J7. The Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro is a full-bodied aluminum smartphone.
Here is a pictorial review and first impressions of the 3GB/32GB variety. Specifications
An... |
| 19.03.2018 | 5 summary insights from Jumia Nigeria Mobile Report 2018 | Share this article:
For the 4th year in a row, Jumia Nigeria has released its Mobile Report. The report is an analytic breakdown of mobile in Nigeria for the year ended in relation to Africa and the world.
The report is not holistic as it o... |
| 11.03.2018 | Africa Roundup: Uber says it’s staying, Konga could be epic startup fail | Jake Bright Contributor
Jake Bright is a writer and author in New York City. He is co-author of The Next Africa.
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| 09.12.2017 | This week on Techpoint: Software, made in Aba | Share this article:
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As the commercial centre of Abia State, Nigeria, the ... |
| 07.12.2017 | Africa News Roundup: You can now order Dangote cement online in Nigeria | Share this article:
Here are this week’s top headlines on startups, entrepreneurship, innovation and tech around Africa.
Dangote + Jumia. Dangote Cement has partnered Jumia Nigeria to sell cement online, in a bid to drastically reduce costs... |
| 10.10.2017 | Jumia expands its lending program for small businesses across Africa | Jumia, the dominant e-commerce company in sub-Saharan Africa, is expanding the small business loan program it launched earlier this year into every country where the company operates.
Working with the San Francisco-based lender Branch, Jumi... |
| 30.08.2017 | Former Rocket Internet man tells how he cloned firms, from Cape Town to Bangkok | Cape Town born Tauriq Brown always wanted to be an international businessman. He may claim to be an entrepreneur. But the 28-year-old former Rocket Internet employee is just one of the hundreds employed by massive venture-builder companies ... |
| 30.08.2017 | Former Rocket Internet man tells how he cloned firms, from Cape Town to Bangkok | Cape Town born Tauriq Brown always wanted to be an international businessman. He may claim to be an entrepreneur. But the 28-year-old former Rocket Internet employee is just one of the hundreds employed by massive venture-builder companies ... |
| 18.05.2017 | Are telcos the new oil in Nigeria? | Share this article:
Statistics from the National Bureau of Statistic (NBS) shows that telecommunication is, in fact, a big ‘deal’ in Nigeria. According to a report recently released in 2017, the telecommunications sector contributed ₦1,663 ... |
| 08.05.2017 | Tackle infrastructure, skills challenges to boost tech sector, say Nigerian experts | Nigeria must overcome its infrastructure challenges and shortage of skills if it is to help the country’s nascent tech scene to grow, say analysts and entrepreneurs.
The country boasts such successful tech companies such as fintech company ... |
| 08.05.2017 | Tackle infrastructure, skills challenges to boost tech sector, say Nigerian experts | Nigeria must overcome its infrastructure challenges and shortage of skills if it is to help the country’s nascent tech scene to grow, say analysts and entrepreneurs.
The country boasts such successful tech companies such as fintech company... |
| 04.05.2017 | How relevant is NIPOST? | Share this article:
Although, operational in the year 1852, when the British colonial masters established the first post office. The Nigerian postal service (NIPOST) became a government department in 1985, January 1st to be precise. This wa... |
| 30.04.2017 | Tech and politics clash in Cameroon as government restores internet | Jake Bright Contributor
Jake Bright is a writer and author in New York City. He is co-author of The Next Africa.
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| 07.03.2017 | 9 jobs you can do while waiting for your NYSC posting | Share this article:
The one thing every serious undergraduate looks forward to is the end of their stay in school when they are finally rewarded with a certificate (or a statement of result in schools that are resistant to development). How... |
| 10.02.2017 | 30 thoughtful Valentine gift ideas for the techie you love | Share this article:
Valentine’s day is around the corner and we know that geeks, nerds and techies alike may be clueless about what special gifts to get for their significant others. With this in mind, we have compiled a list of useful pres... |
| 09.12.2016 | 7 brilliant Christmas gift ideas under ₦25,000 | Share this article:
Christmas is upon us and several shops (both virtual and physical) are putting up fancy decorations to reflect the season. In the spirit of this festivity, you are most likely thinking of a gift for that special friend, ... |
| 02.12.2016 | Nigeria’s Black Friday sales test the e-commerce models of startups Jumia and Konga | Jake Bright Contributor
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| 09.11.2016 | Jumia launches a 12 day Black Friday campaign | Share this:
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| 07.09.2016 | Top 31 entrepreneurs under 40 making waves in South Africa [Digital All Stars] | Digital All Stars is a series of articles which aims to celebrate the best of South African digital. The articles, which will appear on Memeburn and Ventureburn, recognise and celebrate South Africa’s best digital entrepreneurs, business pe... |
| 07.09.2016 | Top 31 entrepreneurs under 40 making waves in South Africa [Digital All Stars] | Digital All Stars is a series of articles which aims to celebrate the best of South African digital. The articles, which will appear on Memeburn and Ventureburn, recognise and celebrate South Africa’s best digital entrepreneurs, business pe... |
| 27.08.2016 | Unboxing the Infinix Note 3 | Share this article:
Infinix Mobility launched the Infinix Note 3 yesterday to a lot of fanfare in Lagos. Jumia and MTN Nigeria were in on this one as partners hence the #JIMSbigthing tag; JIM being an acronym for Jumia, Infinix and MTN.
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| 02.08.2016 | Infinix Hot S; Unboxing and First Impressions | Share this article:
The Infinix Hot S also known as the Infinix X521 is the recent addition in the Infinix range of smartphones. With the wave of new devices from other brands it seemed like Infinix Mobility were either resting on their lau... |
