I was raised watching the Nigerian Television Authority – NTA. On Sundays, especially after church, there was Tales by Moonlight. At night, there was Newsline – with a host that now pops up on Twitter to celebrate Nigerian diaspora success stories. For a young Nigerian, my first exposure to the history and legacy of military […]
3 years ago
Spotify’s 2024 Wrapped has arrived, and it’s a deep dive into the hottest sounds and hidden gems Nigerians loved this year. The spotlight falls on Nigeria’s vibrant music scene, a global force to be reckoned with. Here are some insights worth noting. Homegrown Heroes Reign Supreme For the fourth year running, Nigerian artists have dominated […]
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Sustainability is becoming more of a priority, and homeowners are starting to change to more innovative technology so they can reduce their environmental footprint. Sustainable home technology not only benefits the planet, but it also helps to put money back into homeowners’ pockets in the long run through energy efficiency and smarter resource management. From […]
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Get ready to dive into the future of sound with oraimo’s launch of the new generation SpaceBuds Pro! These revolutionary wireless earbuds are set to deliver an unparalleled audio experience that will make your daily listening sessions feel like a concert in your ears. Imagine floating designs that enhance comfort, allowing you to enjoy your […]
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M.A.D Solutions, a leading African music distribution and service provider, has taken a significant step forward by announcing a new licensing partnership with TikTok. This comprehensive agreement covers TikTok, CapCut and the TikTok Commercial Music Library (CML). The collaboration aims to empower artists in the company’s catalog to generate revenue from their music on TikTok, […]
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Gen Z Founders, Anj Fayemi, Simran Pabla, and Nafim Rahman have secured $500,000 from Drive Capital for their AI-powered fan management platform Rivet. Rivet empowers creators and boasts over 1,400 active creators and musicians, including some who have built communities of up to 8,000 fans. The platform closed a pre-seed funding round led by Drive […]
2 years ago
By Conrad Onyango, bird story agency Small and mid-sized businesses are increasingly turning to social networking sites and mobile apps to tap into the burgeoning African internet economy, seen more than doubling to US$200 billion by 2025. A joint survey, dubbed the Africa MSME Survey Report 2023, tracking 440 small and medium-sized businesses in Nigeria, […]
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Bonface Orucho, bird story agency A surge in funding for nature-based solutions worldwide is opening opportunities for green startups in Africa, with a resultant increase in cleantech startups, according to a recent report. AfricaGoGreen Fund (AFGGF), a pan-African fund that supports climate-friendly projects on the continent, recently secured US47 million in its second fundraising round. […]
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You find yourself on the second highest peak in eastern Kenya, in the thick of the Iveti forest, with its famed cedar and pine trees. Near the top of a rise, you come upon the famous ‘miti muonza’, the seven trees that have stood there for over eight decades. With a move of your head, […]
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By Hauwa Shaffii Nuhu In 2019, Khadijah Awwal, Khalil Halilu, Olajide Abiose and Khadijah Awwal began developing a solution for a burning issue for victims of sexual violence – how to report cases with as little hassle and bureaucracy as possible. Working with the Center for Civic Citizen Welfare and Community Development in Africa (CWCDA), […]
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Seth Onyango, bird story agency Startup Safiri Salama has ushered in an entirely new tech sector for Africa, with in an end-of-life, e-services platform that offers digital death notices, memorials, and a directory of funeral service providers. Safiri salama, Kiswahili for “Go in peace” or “Travel well,” is a familiar farewell term used during East […]
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By Conrad Onyango Africa’s pay television industry is projected to add 16 million new viewers over the next five years as top players step up the battle for compelling and affordable local content. Between 2022 and 2028, the continent’s pay-TV subscribers are projected to rise by 38% to 57 million, according to a new […]
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By bird story agency With nearly 600 million people across Africa using the internet today, African countries are increasingly recognising the need to legislate and invest in, data and privacy protection. Internet Society, a non-profit advocacy organisation, estimates that more than 17 African countries have enacted comprehensive personal data protection legislation. Additionally, according to the […]
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