Victory Emmanuel Emmanuel

The $8.5 trillion challenge: How CompasAI is closing the global skills gap

David- Bobola Ojoawo is building CompasAI to simplify learning pathways and challenge AI’s place in the future of work.

CMC Networks appoints ex-Google exec, Mahesh Jaishankar as Managing Director to lead AI push in Africa

Mahesh Jaishankar as Managing Director will now expand AI-driven connectivity across 62 markets in Africa and the Middle East.

Yoco picks two Co-CEOs, as founding CEO Maphai steps back

Katlego Maphai, who led Yoco from startup to 400,000 merchants, steps down.

LagRide rolls out 10,000 cars with bank-backed leasing ahead of Ember rush

LagRide is betting on a bid to place 10,000 drivers on Lagos roads before December.

How to obtain Tax Identification Number (TIN) online

President Bola Tinubu’s Tax Administration Act takes effect in January 2026. Without a Tax ID, you won’t access banking, crypto or insurance, so this guide shows how to get it online before the rush.

ARISE IIP secures $700M from Saudi investor to fast track industrial expansion in Africa

A $700M deal brings Saudi Vision Invest into ARISE IIP’s shareholder base, signaling Gulf capital’s rising role in Africa’s industrial future.

How a banker’s childhood memory built a ₦1.5 billion microfinance success

NEAT Microfinance is proving that Nigeria’s age-old Ajo can grow into a modern system, blending trust, structure, and tech to serve thousands.

What’s ‘Awe dropping’ from Apple’s keynote and what we’ve seen before

Here’s a breakdown of what's really new from Apple’s iPhone 17 event.

Hux Ventures shuts down fund, transitions to studio

The team will now cofound and scale startups from inside.

After two years, Ethiopia’s Mamo Mihretu quits Central Bank post to chase “other passions”

Mamo Mihretu leaves after leading Ethiopia’s central bank through its boldest reforms in 50 years.

iPhone 17 Air and other new phones to expect this September

Better batteries this month. Smart cameras, and AI tricks—mostly mid-range devices with a few premium options.

Cyberattacks hit 42M web incidents in H1 2025

Kaspersky warns at GITEX Nigeria as cyberattacks in the region surge past 100 million in 2025.