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Fact check: Sealed Jumia warehouse reopened, deliveries still ongoing

Post author:Diran Taofeek Folami
Post published:April 3, 2020
Post category:Information Technology Innovation
Post last modified:April 3, 2020

The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency recently announced sealing off a Jumia warehouse in Lagos, but insider sources reveal that it has since been unsealed and essential items are still being delivered.

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German investment firm, Rocket Internet, sells off stake in Jumia

Post author:Diran Taofeek Folami
Post published:April 3, 2020
Post category:Information Technology Innovation
Post last modified:April 3, 2020

Roughly a year after its IPO in 2019, Africa's largest eCommerce platform, Jumia, looks set for another phase as its parent company, Rocket Internet, sells off its remaining shares in the firm.

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Developer community: A symbiotic relationship between developers and startups

Post author:Diran Taofeek Folami
Post published:April 3, 2020
Post category:Information Technology Innovation
Post last modified:April 3, 2020

Though a few years ago, developer communities in Nigeria were only owned by tech giants, startups are beginning to take up the responsibility. We find out how beneficial this relationship is for developers and companies

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Seni Sulyman to step down from Vice President of Global Operations role at Andela in May

Post author:Diran Taofeek Folami
Post published:April 2, 2020
Post category:Information Technology Innovation
Post last modified:April 2, 2020

After four years at Andela serving as director of operations, country director in Nigeria and Kenya, and VP of Global Operations, Seni Sulyman will be leaving the six-year-old startup on May 15.

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NITDA sets up committee to cushion economic effects for Nigerian startups

Post author:Diran Taofeek Folami
Post published:April 2, 2020
Post category:Information Technology Innovation
Post last modified:April 2, 2020

Nigeria's information technology development agency, NITDA, has set up a committee of seasoned tech experts, to help cushion the effects of COVID-19 and the ensuing lockdown, on Nigerian startups and businesses.

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How to keep your business afloat at uncertain times

Post author:Diran Taofeek Folami
Post published:April 2, 2020
Post category:Information Technology Innovation
Post last modified:April 2, 2020

With the world prepping for lasting change amidst great uncertainty, founders have to adopt survival/recovery practices despite how companies may now have the tendency to delay decisions making

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Microtraction portfolio rises to 15 after investment in edtech startup, Gradely

Post author:Diran Taofeek Folami
Post published:April 2, 2020
Post category:Information Technology Innovation
Post last modified:April 2, 2020

Microtraction makes its first investment of 2020 in edtech startup, Gradely. This makes Gradely the first recipient of Microtraction's revised standard deal and the second edtech startup in the VC's portfolio.

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How will Nigeria achieve 90% 4G/5G national broadband coverage by 2025?

Post author:Diran Taofeek Folami
Post published:April 2, 2020
Post category:Information Technology Innovation
Post last modified:April 2, 2020

With ambitious goals of reaching a 4G/5G population coverage of 90% by 2025, Nigeria’s new national broadband plan still faces its predecessor’s roadblocks, and for it to succeed all hands must be on deck.

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WellaHealth is providing affordable and accessible healthcare services to Nigerians, starting with malaria

Post author:Diran Taofeek Folami
Post published:April 1, 2020
Post category:Information Technology Innovation
Post last modified:April 1, 2020

With ₦450 per month, WellaHealth gives Nigerians access to malaria tests and drugs. However, the startup has set its sights on being the go-to solution for all health financing needs in Nigeria and Africa.

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6 ways to control Internet use and prevent cyberbullying

Post author:Diran Taofeek Folami
Post published:March 31, 2020
Post category:Information Technology Innovation
Post last modified:March 31, 2020

Considering the recent increased rate in Internet use, susceptibility to cyberbullying may have spread across ages – kids and adults likewise. Here are deliberate steps to lower your vulnerability

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