Nigeria’s Central Bank Launches AfriGo

Nigeria’s central bank, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has launched a national domestic card scheme called AfriGo. The scheme was announced in October 2022 at the Bankers’ Committee and aims to drive financial inclusion and control card financial

106 Digital Lenders Are Now Licensed To Operate In Nigeria

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has granted permission for 106 digital lenders to operate in Nigeria. This comes after the introduction of a digital lending regulatory framework in August 2022. Out of the 106 digital lenders,

SME Spotlight: Truparse

  Truparse is a software development and digital creative agency based in Lagos. It provides software engineering, web and mobile app development, digital marketing, and User Interface/User Experience services to businesses. It also builds solutions ranging from relatively simple applications

PropTech Industry: Ten Leading Trends for 2023

Studies on industry trends are very important for businesses and their founders as they will help them plan, restrategize, revamp and remodel their operations. It’s also good for investors as well as various industry stakeholders who may glean these

10 Predictions and Trends for the African Mobility Industry In 2023

In Africa, small and medium-scale car dealers comprise almost 82% of the car dealership market, and most of these merchants sell second-hand automobiles at high prices due to inadequate financing. In emerging markets like Vietnam, India, Brazil, Indonesia, Malaysia,

Brands We Love: Allied Computers

  Allied Computers is an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) firm headquartered in Lagos. The company provides, integrates, and offers support for IT infrastructure and enterprise IT, including network and security, server computing, storage, backup and disaster recovery, barcode solutions,

5 Enhancements in the Fee Management System

  In every institution, school fee management is the pivotal task of the finance department. They are saddled with the responsibility of collecting the fees accurately and keeping an impeccable record of all the collections. Read more about Tech The

How to Start a Cyber Security Company in Nigeria

  Nigerian businesses are increasingly targets of cyber-attacks launched from within and outside the country. According to Sophos, an international IT security firm, 71% of Nigerian organizations fell victim to ransomware in 2022. Other kinds of cyber threats, such as

SME Spotlight: ExcellentBridge Technologies

  ExcellentBridge is a software company that operates out of Port Harcourt, Rivers State. It provides a host of IT solutions including enterprise software, cloud storage, email hosting, web applications and mobile applications. It also functions as an IT support

A Roundup of FinTech Funding, Mergers and Acquisitions in 2022

  The year 2022 proved to be an interesting one for Nigeria’s tech ecosystem as a whole and FinTechs in particular. In many ways, it offered up more of what we witnessed in 2021—new players coming on the scene, significant

7 Ways Fintechs Can Build Financial Products for SMEs

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play a vital role in the economy, providing jobs and driving economic growth. However, SMEs often face unique challenges when it comes to financing their operations and growth. To address these challenges, financial institutions

7 Tech Businesses You Can Start in 2023

  Have you come into the New Year with the intention of starting a business of your own? It’s a great idea—if you have the important details figured out. But maybe you’re not yet sure what specific venture you’d like

Apply for the Africa Blockchain Incubation Program 2023

  The Africa Blockchain Institute has announced that it is receiving applications from startup founders who want to take part in the Africa Blockchain Incubation Program. The incubator is open to persons who are building blockchain-based solutions for markets on

How Can Southeastern Nigeria Build And Grow A Strong Tech Ecosystem Like Lagos

The southeastern region of Nigeria consists of five states namely: Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu and Imo. It is the home to over 35 million Igbo people, the third-largest ethnic group in Nigeria, double the size of the Netherlands. This

SME Spotlight: Zercom Systems

  Zercom Systems is a software distribution company that develops and supplies enterprise technology solutions to businesses. Organizations can use its applications for a range of purposes—e-learning, monitoring financial transactions across numerous terminals, verifying customer addresses, and managing their content

Data And Machine Learning to Personalize Customer Experience

In our today’s world, the subject of data and machine learning are fast becoming mainstream in businesses. Big Data and Machine Learning technologies have been reputed for their potential of providing a personalized customer experience. However, many businesses are

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