Nigerian start-ups developing solutions in food processing, healthcare, agriculture and sustainable production have received a combined $275,000 in prize funding from the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) and its partners,.
Nigeria’s streaming market is set for remarkable growth. Over-the-top video, delivered over the internet rather than through traditional broadcast or pay-TV, is forecast to grow faster than any other national.
Artificial intelligence is creating new opportunities for investment, productivity and economic transformation worldwide. For Africa, the next phase of this technological shift could extend beyond software development to the infrastructure.
Africa’s industrial challenge is not a shortage of raw materials, but the limited value the continent captures from them. Too much processing, technology development, skilled employment and industrial profit still.
Even as African countries compete to attract technology investment and build innovation-driven economies, Rwanda is pursuing a strategy centred on digital infrastructure, business-friendly policies and targeted government support. Kigali is.
Nigeria has regained its position as Africa’s leading destination for startup funding, signalling renewed investor interest in the country’s technology and innovation economy. Startups headquartered in Nigeria raised $635 million.
Africa’s cities are expanding rapidly, creating opportunities for economic growth while placing increasing pressure on transport, housing and public services. Long commutes, congested roads, and unequal access to jobs reflect.
Africa’s innovation story extends beyond its largest markets. The 2026 Global Innovation Index (GII) demonstrates how smaller economies can compete globally by investing in institutions, human capital, infrastructure and business.
For millions of Africans, access to financial services can make the difference between running a business and watching an opportunity slip away. A small trader may need credit to restock,.
Uganda’s agricultural sector is exploring an innovative way to reduce production costs, manage organic waste and strengthen food security: black soldier fly (BSF) farming. By converting food and agricultural waste.
