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From the tech hubs of Nairobi to rural agriculture in the Niger Delta, we examine the profound shifts technology is carving into the African soul.

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Africa startup funding hits $2.16 billion in nine months as Nigeria leads with $635 million
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Africa startup funding hits $2.16 billion in nine months as Nigeria leads with $635 million

Nigeria reclaimed the top spot in African startup funding with $635 million, more than double its 2025 figure, even as continental investment declined by 4% to $2.16 billion.

Mercy MokahOct 21, 20263 min read
When AI can generate fashion images, what happens to designers? - Victoria Jokotagba 
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When AI can generate fashion images, what happens to designers? – Victoria Jokotagba 

TechMedia AfricaOct 6, 20266 min
Students in Tech partners A4A Academy to prepare Nigerian students for data analytics careers 
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Students in Tech partners A4A Academy to prepare Nigerian students for data analytics careers 

TechMedia AfricaSep 28, 20263 min
Zuckerberg’s 6,500-word 'the future is for everyone' is both scary and exciting
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Mark Zuckerberg’s AI vision made me question whether we’re building paradise or apocalypse

Chinaturum IheomaAug 11, 20266 min
Can X’s Original Content Rewards curb engagement farming and misinformation?
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Can X’s Original Content Rewards curb engagement farming and misinformation?

Mercy MokahAug 10, 20266 min
Students in Tech launches to connect Nigerian students with careers, funding, and opportunities in technology
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Students in Tech launches to connect Nigerian students with careers, funding, and opportunities in technology

TechMedia AfricaAug 5, 20263 min
How your data subscription powered MTN to a N1.09 trillion profit in H1 2026
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How your data subscription powered MTN to a N1.09 trillion profit in H1 2026

Chinaturum IheomaAug 1, 20264 min
How China-linked hackers used Google Sheets to spy on telecom networks in Africa
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How China-linked hackers used Google Sheets to spy on telecom networks in Africa

Azubuike PreciousJul 7, 20265 min
Does Africa really need its own social media platform?
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Does Africa really need its own social media platform?

Chinaturum IheomaJun 22, 2026
Why fraud and payment barriers are limiting the real use of crypto in Nigeria
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Why fraud and payment barriers are limiting the real use of crypto in Nigeria

Chinaturum IheomaMay 19, 20267 min
The internet no longer begins with Google search
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The internet no longer begins with Google search

Chinaturum IheomaMay 12, 2026
Nigerian AI Platform Aims To Solve African Language Barriers With Local Data
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Nigerian AI Platform Aims To Solve African Language Barriers With Local Data

Azubuike PreciousMar 7, 2026