GITEX Nigeria: NITDA, Alami Capital to Back Women-Led Startups with $250k via ‘The LaunchPad’
While women own 27% of businesses in Africa and contribute 13% of GDP, they secure only 7% of total venture ...
While women own 27% of businesses in Africa and contribute 13% of GDP, they secure only 7% of total venture ...
The Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) will fully sponsor four startups out of the 10 that emerged tops to attend ...
The platform promises more than convenience, allowing authorised agencies to verify records on the backend, NGDX reduces inefficiencies, cuts costs, ...
In a year marked by global debates on digital safety, Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has shone a ...
A bold new chapter opened for Bauchi State this week as the government, in partnership with the National Information Technology ...
The rhythm of Nigeria’s digital journey took centre stage in Kano recently as technology leaders, innovators, and scholars converged for ...
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Bank of Industry, BOI), National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and Sahara Energy, have ...
In the heart of Kaduna, within the historic walls of Arewa House, a bold vision for Nigeria’s future echoed with ...
In a landmark push to modernise how Nigeria records and plans for its people, the National Information Technology Development Agency ...
In a hall filled with voices dedicated to Nigeria’s future, one message rang clear: progress is a shared responsibility. At ...
When Hadiza Umar walks into a room, what follows is not noise or fanfare, but quiet authority, earned respect, and ...
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has introduced a Digital Competence Framework and Career Progression Model aimed at strengthening ...
In today’s hyperconnected world, digital infrastructure has become the lifeline of national development. Just as roads and power once defined ...
Kashifu Inuwa, director general of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has announced the commencement of $11.2 million innovation ...
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reported notable progress in its battle against cybercrimes and unethical online behaviour. Malam Kashifu ...

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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.
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✔️ Sustainable investment strategies for African startups
✔️ Opportunities and challenges in the African tech ecosystem
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