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Mastercard Welcomes 2026 YES Cohort to Strengthen Youth Employment in South Africa
Liberia Launches ‘Digital Liberia’ Five-Year Plan to Strengthen Tech Sovereignty and Drive Innovation
Nigeria to Boost Digital Connectivity with New Communication Satellites and Nationwide Fibre Expansion
MTN Ghana Pledges $2 Million to Train One Million Young Ghanaians in Digital Skills
Sub-Saharan Africa recorded over $205 billion in cryptocurrency transactions in 2025, led by Nigeria, South Africa, and Ethiopia, highlighting the continent’s growing adoption of digital assets.Top 10 African Nations by Crypto Transaction Volume in 2025: Nigeria Dominates
Mastercard Welcomes 2026 YES Cohort to Strengthen Youth Employment in South Africa
Liberia Launches ‘Digital Liberia’ Five-Year Plan to Strengthen Tech Sovereignty and Drive Innovation
Nigeria to Boost Digital Connectivity with New Communication Satellites and Nationwide Fibre Expansion
MTN Ghana Pledges $2 Million to Train One Million Young Ghanaians in Digital Skills
Sub-Saharan Africa recorded over $205 billion in cryptocurrency transactions in 2025, led by Nigeria, South Africa, and Ethiopia, highlighting the continent’s growing adoption of digital assets.Top 10 African Nations by Crypto Transaction Volume in 2025: Nigeria Dominates

Women in Tech

For Adaobi Orajiaku, art and blockchain are not just passions; they are personal missions. As the founder and CEO of AtSur Technologies LTD, a Nigerian-based rising ArtTech startup

We want a future where African art is accepted, artists earn royalties and culture builds wealth,”- Adaobi Orajiaku of AtSur

For Adaobi Orajiaku, art and blockchain are not just passions; they are personal missions. As the founder and CEO of AtSur Technologies LTD, a Nigerian-based…

By: Efua Nana

Female Founders Challenge 2025: Meet the Top 5

Launched by VivaTech, the Female Founders Challenge was created to spotlight women-led startups and support the growth of their groundbreaking innovations….

By: IBK

Middle-class parents often want their children to be like them and take over from them at the appointed time.

Tracing Adebola Ibiyode’s journey from building JAMB/WAEC result checkers to global tech leadership

Middle-class parents often want their children to be like them and take over from them at the appointed time….

By: Efua Nana

Women in Tech Statistics 2025

Technology has become deeply integrated into every aspect of modern life, from how we live and work to how society functions….

By: Wura Oba

While the gender gap in Africa’s tech industry remains a pressing issue, progress is on the horizon. With leaders like Damilola Adelekan breaking barriers, advocating for inclusive work environments, and spearheading innovation in HealthTech, the future looks promising. The combined efforts of forward-thinking companies, supportive government policies, and robust international collaborations are setting the stage for transformative change. Damilola’s story is a beacon for the future of African HealthTech. With continued investment, supportive policies, and a commitment to inclusivity, Africa’s tech industry is poised to transform challenges into opportunities and unlock a future of boundless potential.

Skills as superpower: Tracing Damilola Adelekan exciting journey into product management

Damilola Adelekan’s journey into the tech space was far from conventional. Born with a curiosity that led her to explore diverse fields, she started her…

By: Efua Nana

“When we investigated further, we discovered a lack of confidence, insufficient opportunities, self-doubt, and social and cultural biases held the women back. Our focus was on addressing these challenges and creating a lasting solution”, she added. Bolutife Awakan, Co-founder of Lilac Africa, adds, “At Lilac, we’re committed to raising the next generation of female tech leaders in Africa. We want to see more women thrive in tech, not falter or give up. By strengthening their minds, confidence, and connections, we aim to replicate the successes we’ve achieved in our careers.” The Lilac Africa Community welcomes partnerships and accreditation from credible institutions to further its mission of advocating for structured systems, policies, and support for women in tech.

The future is Lilac: raising the next generation of female tech leaders

According to Disrupt Africa, only 17.3% of African tech startups have at least one female co-founder, and 11.1% have a female CEO. UNESCO further reveals…

By: Efua Nana

IWD 2025: Why Are Food Tech’s Women Leaders Still Ignored by VC Investors?

As we observe International Women’s Day and celebrate the global social, economic, cultural, and political contributions of women, it’s clear that female leaders in business…

By: Wura Oba

How Female Founders Can Access Capital In A Tight VC Funding Market

The U.S. venture capital landscape is becoming increasingly concentrated, with the number of active VC firms shrinking from 8,315 in 2021 to 6,175 in 2024….

By: Wura Oba

About Titilayo Odufowoke Titilayo Odufowoke is a Software Engineer at J.P. Morgan, developing data-driven solutions for fintech. She’s a University of Lagos computer science graduate and co-founder of algoobase.com a coding school. Titilayo is passionate about education, empowerment, and community development, and enjoys reading, writing, and experimenting in her free time.

The Role of Continuous Learning in Tech: Titilayo Odufowoke’s Personal and Professional Development Philosophy

The pace at which technology evolves isn’t something we can easily keep up with. Every day, new tools emerge, systems become obsolete, and what was…

By: Efua Nana

As the world advances further into the age of technology, one of its stiffest challenges remains the ability to produce more tech talents in an ever-changing space

Meet Ekwutosi Cynthia Okeh whose edtech platform Digital Witch has trained 40,000 global tech talents

As the world advances further into the age of technology, one of its stiffest challenges remains the ability to produce more tech talents in an…

By: Efua Nana

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Feature Posts

South Africa Tops Bolt’s Global Dash Cam Rankings as Nigeria Emerges a Strong Contender

Airport Transport Wars: How Bolt Gained Official Access at Nigerian Airports

Technology lawyer Oladipupo Ige cautions that Nigeria’s tax data could face indirect exposure under the FIRS–France MoU, despite official assurances that data sovereignty remains intact.

FIRS–France Tax Pact Triggers Fresh Questions Over Nigeria’s Data Sovereignty

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