What do you think of when you hear “financial inclusion”, access to bank accounts? It’s more than that! Financial inclusion involves all-around financial services for everyone; however, over 1.3 billion adults worldwide remain unbanked, predominantly in emerging markets across Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and parts of Latin America.? Emerging technologies, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI) and...

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As cyberthreats grow more complex and relentless, Africa’s digital ecosystem is facing a new wave of sophisticated attacks. From AI-driven phishing campaigns to targeted ransomware, the threat landscape is shifting fast, and organizations must adapt just as quickly.  In this exclusive interview, Techtrends Africa speaks with Benjamin Okolie, Kaspersky’s Technology Expert and Consultant in Africa,about...

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The ten finalists for the US$1.5 million 2025 competition have been revealed by Alibaba Philanthropy’s main philanthropic program, Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH). The Jack Ma Foundation’s principal African philanthropy endeavor is Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH). It helps forward-thinking businesspeople in all 54 African nations who are creating sustainable and inclusive economies. ABH will identify 100...

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As Apple opened preorders for the new iPhone, Kaspersky detected a spike in scam exploiting the device’s launch hype, with fraudsters deploying fake websites, bogus lotteries, and phony “tester” recruitment schemes to harvest personal data and financial information. These attacks pose significant risks including personal data theft and financial loss. One of the scams involves counterfeit...

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In today’s world, stress, burnout, and untreated mental health challenges are at an all-time high. While digital health solutions are growing, they often struggle to reach the people who need them most, especially in underserved communities. That’s where Happyment Coin comes in. The Story Behind the Idea The idea was born out of a simple...

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The creator-focused feature that YouTube has been testing for the past two years is finally being released. Known as multi-language audio, it is basically a dubbing tool that enables video producers to post their work in several languages without having to create multiple channels or upload it more than once. The capability is now being...

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Exhibitors cite strong investor leads and international visibility as inaugural event brings in participants from 78 countries The debut of GITEX NIGERIA brought a global spotlight to Nigeria’s digital economy, with international exhibitors and investors confirming strong engagement and immediate business opportunities. Held under the patronage of H.E. Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, President of the...

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…Recovery Times Improving with 97% of Victims Recovering Encrypted Data; Ransom Payments Fall Sharply; Staff Burnout and Stress on the Rise Sophos, a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, has released its fifth annual Sophos State of Ransomware in Education report.  The global study of 441 IT and cybersecurity leaders...

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In today’s business world, generative AI is no longer a futuristic buzzword. Whether you’re drafting a business proposal, designing a flyer, generating marketing videos, or writing code, AI tools like ChatGPT, Grok, Veo 3, and Gemini can help you move faster and smarter. In the same way that mastering email and social media became non-negotiable...

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Nigeria’s digital transformation is happening at full speed, and so is the attention of those who would exploit it. At GITEX Nigeria, we sat down with Chris Norton, Kaspersky’s General Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa to cut through the noise and get a clear-eyed read on what’s really threatening Nigerian organisations today, what practical defence looks...

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From tinkering with electric circuits as a child to working on the iconic Lion Ozumba 551 electric vehicle project at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Chukwuemeka Eze has always been driven by curiosity and innovation. His journey into electric mobility has now given birth to Revive Earth, a startup that is reimagining how Africa can...

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For many, the daily commute is a frustrating prelude to the workday. For Efe Richard, it was a breaking point that sparked a revolution. After enduring the immense stress, unpredictable costs, and lost hours of navigating Lagos traffic for his 9-5 job, he recognized a critical disconnect between organizations and their employees’ well-being. This personal...

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Organizers are thrilled to announce the upcoming Africa Tech Alliance Forum, AfriTECH 5.0, a flagship continental gathering set to take place on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at the Oriental Hotel in Lagos. Now in its fifth year, the Forum has firmly established itself as a premier annual convergence of thought leaders, innovators, policymakers, investors, startups, academia, and civil...

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The 2025 edition of the West Africa Telecommunications Infrastructure Summit & Exhibition (WATISE) has ended in Lagos with a strong call for governments, regulators, and industry players to deepen collaboration, protect telecom infrastructure, and prioritise inclusive digital access across the region. The event, held at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Lagos, brought together critical stakeholders from...

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Growing up on a family farm after the loss of his father, the founder of Farmstarck learned firsthand the backbreaking work and deep-rooted challenges facing African farmers. For over 15 years, he worked alongside his mother, witnessing the potential of agriculture stifled by limited market access, exploitative middlemen, and a glaring lack of financial inclusion....

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September is here, and for many parents in Nigeria, that means the start of the back-to-school frenzy. The mornings become a blur of getting kids ready, packing lunch boxes, and making sure everyone has what they need for a successful day. The challenge begins with finding out what is on the menu for the kids...

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The inaugural GITEX NIGERIA concluded in a tremendous fashion this Thursday in Lagos, as West Africa’s largest tech, AI, and startup show cast a spotlight on the influence of emerging local and regional entrepreneurs. Held under the patronage of H.E. Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, GITEX NIGERIA took place...

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For many, learning to code is a daunting, solitary journey. But for Enoch Osadebamewn Eholor, a developer who started coding at just 13 years old, that isolation revealed a critical gap in tech education. While studying in university, he began teaching tech skills to his roommates, and a powerful idea took root: What if learning...

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Africa’s brightest young agricultural innovators took center stage in Dakar, Senegal today, as the prestigious GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition announced its winners at the 20th Annual Africa Food Systems Forum (AFS Forum). Hosted under the leadership of H.E. Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar FAYE, President of the Republic of Senegal, this year’s forum focused on the theme:...

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The 20 finalists for the US$1.5 million 2025 competition have been revealed by Alibaba Philanthropy’s main charitable program, Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH). The Jack Ma Foundation’s principal African philanthropy endeavor is Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH). It helps forward-thinking businesspeople in all 54 African nations who are creating sustainable and inclusive economies. ABH will identify 100...

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