[Exclusive] Interview with veteran Nigerian investor, Olumide Soyombo

Olumide Soyombo is one of Nigeria's leading angel investors. He has invested in over 26 companies that are still active including Paystack which was acquire by stripe.

Endeavor Nigeria’s MD/CEO steps down, moves to Endeavor Mentor program

Endeavor Nigeria’s MD and CEO, Eloho Omame, has stepped down. She will transition to Endeavor Mentor program, while Tosin Faniro-Dada takes her place.

Inflow Finance is building Africa’s ultimate personal finance management tool

Inflow Finance is a personal finance management tool that allows users to track their spending across multiple bank accounts

Meet the Nigerian investor who has invested in 26 startups

With 26 startups and one exit in his portfolio, there are fewer Nigerian investors more prolific than Olumide Soyombo

Ventures Park and the evolution of co-working spaces in Nigeria

Ventures Park is a co-working space in Nigeria. The space affords startups access to work independently, collaborate, network, and build their dreams.

How Risevest is leveling the wealth-creating field for Africans

Risevest is a wealth-tech product that allows Africans to benefit from the best wealth-creating opportunities across the world.

Sahil Lavingia is looking to invest in more African startups

"My plan is to invest millions of dollars into Africa over the coming years. I believe it is the future", says Sahil Lavingia in a chat with Benjamin Dada.

Insights on AR/VR Industry in Nigeria; Past, Present, and Future

Virtual (VR) and Augmented (AR) reality have been herald as the next big thing since it gained prominence globally in 2016 with the success of VR gears like Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, Playstation VR and Google's Daydream.

The protracted history of internet shutdowns in Africa

Internet shutdowns have become a motif in Africa. African leaders restrict internet access for the flimsiest motives. It could be to prevent exam malpractice, disperse protests, or mitigate against misinformation.

Top ten Ghanaian startups to watch in 2021

In this article, we will be looking at the top ten Ghanaian startups to watch in 2021. The list contains old-timers who have gained a strong footing in the game and new companies looking to change how Ghanaians live and do business.

Selar: From Tony Elumelu’s TEF $10,000 grant to ₦100 million in revenue

At the heart of it, Selar is an e-commerce store builder that allows creators to sell digital products and services like; e-books, music, courses, and training, etc., across borders.

Shodipo Ayomide, a Nigerian that got into Stack Overflow—a global tech firm

He has worked at TechPoint as a Software Engineer, VanHack as a Developer Advocate and recently got an offer from Stack Overflow. The Stack Overflow job makes Shodipo Ayomide one of the very few (if any) Africans based in Africa to be hired by the global company.