5 Tech Businesses You Can Start In 2022

The dot-com generation gave rise to the booming tech industry we have today. This boom has swept through Africa and has opened up several business opportunities for tech enthusiasts. 

Before starting any tech business, you must determine if it’s something you like doing, your skill level, and the demand for it in the market. 

Here are 5 business ideas you can start as an entrepreneur.

Web Design 

Even though businesses can now create their own websites from templates and content management systems like WordPress, website designers are still in high demand because businesses will always need a professional-looking website to stand out.

From graphic design to SEO and copywriting, web design comprises several services that technopreneurs can offer. 

Content Automation 

Many online brands today struggle to stand out because of how noisy the digital world has become. Moreover, businesses today have to be active on different social media channels, making the overall content management process more complicated than before. Tech entrepreneurs can fill this gap by utilising content automation tools to streamline this process. They can help companies with tasks like content planning, content production, and analytics, making it easy for companies to articulate their brand identities across different channels.

The world needs more qualified IT consultants than ever before. Watching out for cyberthreats while handling day-to-day operations can be cumbersome for companies. Being an IT consultant will require you to assist companies in evaluating their security systems, conducting tests, and providing recommendations on how to better defend themselves against cybercriminals. IT consultants also help companies with general computer and troubleshooting issues. 

Venture Capitalist 

Given the significant amount of Nigerian tech startups that have thrived due to venture funding, it is easy to see why venture capital can be a lucrative business venture. It’s also a good field for those who have an interest in the tech space but lack technical knowledge. 

Starting as a venture capitalist requires you to start small, understand the industry, and get people to trust you with their money. Many established investors join a venture capital fund for a period of time before branching off to start their own fund.

Medical Device Manufacturer 

Africa faces a huge challenge when it comes to the availability of medical devices. Although there is a big market for medical devices in African countries, manufacturers have failed to create devices that suit the African environment due to a long history of catering to users in prosperous countries. 

This creates a big opportunity for local manufacturers with the technical skill to create medical devices that are designed to suit users in African countries. For example, manufacturers can create devices that can operate without electricity. This would be of great benefit in countries like Nigeria with epileptic power supply.