The Silicon Valley Illusion In the early 2010s, Uber disrupted global transportation by commoditizing an entirely invisible transaction. Driven by ...
Chowdeck has enrolled more than 20,000 riders in a personal accident insurance scheme through MyCoverGenius, marking one of the largest ...
Consumer apps are entering a new phase. By 2026, applications will become smarter, more personal, and very different from the ...
Its network of over 20,000 riders now supports a growing mix of restaurant deliveries, groceries, and everyday essentials.
According to Aluko, Chowdeck’s daily orders have climbed from an average of around 30,000 to more than 40,000 and continue ...
The investment round was led by Novastar Ventures, with participation from Y Combinator, AAIC Investment, Rebel Fund, GFR Fund, Kaleo, ...
With this acquisition, value not yet disclosed, Chowdeck is no longer just a delivery company.
Nigeria’s tech ecosystem is evolving rapidly, with Lagos emerging as a global tech hub and fintech continuing to dominate the ...
Meta recently hosted its first Youth Summit in Lagos, Nigeria, bringing together over 200 young professionals, students, recent graduates, creatives, ...
Verve International, Africa’s largest domestic payments scheme, and an emerging reference-point in the burgeoning realm of domestic payment schemes globally, ...
The exits of Jumia Food and Bolt Food from the Nigerian market in late 2023 further enhanced Chowdeck's user base
It was a night of recognition and celebration of excellence as one of the biggest tech ecosystem events in Nigeria, Art ...
The announcement points to Chowdeck's goal of becoming the go-to platform for on-demand services across the continent
So Fresh, Nigeria’s pioneer and leading healthy food chain has announced a strategic partnership with Chowdeck, Africa’s fastest-growing online on-demand ...
The acquisition is part of WhoGoHost’s strategic plans to deepen its value offering for its customer base.
The Techeconomy Podcast is a thought-leadership show exploring the powerful intersection of technology, business, and the economy, with a strong focus on Africa’s fast-evolving digital landscape.
Africa’s innovation ecosystem is evolving, but where will the funding for the next generation of startups come from?
In this edition of the Techeconomy Business Series (TBS) May 2026, industry experts explore how local capital, venture debt, and smarter investment structures are redefining startup growth and innovation across Africa.
🎙️ Featured Speakers:
* Ebunoluwa Ashley-Dejo
* Damilare Davola
* Success Ajilore (STN & Accelerated Plus)
Key conversations in this webinar include:
✔️ The future of startup financing in Africa
✔️ Venture debt and alternative funding models
✔️ The role of local investors in scaling innovation
✔️ Sustainable investment strategies for African startups
✔️ Opportunities and challenges in the African tech ecosystem
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