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By Fisayo James | Numeris Media…… As the digital pulse of the continent beats louder every year at GITEX Africa Morocco (April 7 – 9, 2026) , the role of technology in securing Africa’s food future has never been more critical. Agriculture remains the backbone of our economy, yet it faces unprecedented challenges from climate change to financial exclusion. In this edition of “Fisayo’s Finds,” I have shortlisted four AgriTech startups from the GITEX Africa 2026 floor that I found particularly interesting. These companies aren’t just building apps; they are building lifelines for smallholder farmers through AI, offline accessibility, and…

MARRAKECH, Morocco – GITEX Africa Morocco 2026 may have ended (April 07 – 09) but memories remain. In a high-stakes finale that electrified the African tech ecosystem, the Zambian fintech neobank Lupiya emerged as the Overall Winner of the 2026 GITEX Africa Supernova Challenge. Lupiya secured the grand prize of $50,000 in equity-free funding, beating out hundreds of startups from over 100 countries in what has become Africa’s most prestigious pitch competition. The startup’s AI-driven platform focuses on bridging the financial gap by providing accessible credit and neobanking services, a mission the judges hailed for its potential to fundamentally transform…

The future is in motion and Africa is leading the charge. Day 1 of GITEX Africa Morocco 2026 ignites with powerful opening speeches and a high-energy main stage, marking the start of a new chapter where Africa’s digital ambition takes center stage bold, unstoppable, and forward-looking. With 1450+ exhibiting companies and startups from 130+ countries showcasing breakthrough innovations across AI, Cybersecurity, Data Centres & Infrastructure, Future of Banking and Finance, EduTech, and Future of Mobility, the ecosystem is buzzing louder than ever. — Global participation reinforces Africa’s role in the digital economy The 2026 edition represents an expanded international footprint,…

Helen Oluchukwu Odili (Founder, Herick Kiddies World) In a bid to support small businesses navigating unreliable power supply, Azimuth Solar partnered with Numeris Media to launch a community-focused renewable energy initiative—offering an 18-inch Infini Solar rechargeable AC/DC fan to an entrepreneur within its network. The campaign, designed to help business owners “climb the renewable energy ladder,” called on entrepreneurs to share how access to consistent, off-grid cooling would improve their operations. The initiative underscores a growing push toward practical, entry-level clean energy solutions for micro and small enterprises. After reviewing submissions, the winning entry was awarded to Odili Helen Oluchukwu,…

Timothy Armoo – Business Builder | Global Speaker | #1 Sunday Times Bestselling Author Timothy Armoo’s journey is anything but linear. From early wins and painful losses to building and exiting a multi-million-pound business, his story captures the reality behind entrepreneurial success: repeated failure, resilience, and the discipline to keep going. In this reflection, Armoo reframes setbacks not as obstacles, but as the essential foundation for building something meaningful and enduring. Read his inspiring piece below: “Age 10: Came to London from Ghana.Age 14: Started first business. Made £500.Age 16: Fired from first job after 3 days because I outsourced…

In a continued push to back women building careers in tech, She Code Africa, in partnership with Cleva, has announced the recipients of its Women’s Month Freelancer Support Initiative. The program spotlights six Nigerian women freelancers, providing them with essential tools and funding to accelerate their growth in an increasingly competitive digital economy—reinforcing the broader mission to turn access into real opportunity. Says She Code Africa x Cleva: We are proud to announce the 6 recipients of the She Code Africa x Cleva Women’s Month Freelancer Support Initiative. 💓 [For] Women’s Month [March 2026], we set out to put resources…

Serlina Boyd, founder of the UK-based Cocoa Girl [📸 Serlina Boyd] Serlina Boyd, founder of the UK-based Cocoa Girl, has announced the launch of the Cocoa Girl Princess Agency, a new initiative aimed at creating opportunities for young Black girls in the modelling and media industry. Set to officially open in April 2026, the agency is designed to connect young talent with global campaigns while addressing long-standing issues around representation and self-esteem. Boyd, who first gained recognition for launching Cocoa Girl—widely regarded as the UK’s first magazine dedicated to celebrating Black girls—has continued to expand the brand into a broader…

Oyin Solebo Oyin Solebo has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of Cascador, marking a strategic move to strengthen the organization’s focus on scaling high-growth African businesses. Solebo brings extensive experience across venture capital, startup acceleration, and ecosystem building, most notably through her leadership role at the ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator. Her appointment signals Cascador’s intent to deepen operational support for founders and expand its impact beyond leadership training into sustained business growth. In her new role, Solebo will oversee operations, program delivery, and strategic execution, with a mandate to build systems that enable founders to transition from early traction…

Building More Than Entry: How Moniepoint Is Retaining and Elevating Women in Tech A few years back, Tosin Eniolorunda (Co Founder & Group CEO, Moniepoint Inc) and the team at Moniepoint set out to solve a deeper problem in tech: not just getting more women in, but ensuring they stay, grow, and lead. What began as a focused intervention has evolved into a high-impact talent pipeline—one that goes beyond access to deliver measurable retention, real career progression, and stories of women shaping critical systems from within. Here are Tosin’s thoughts: “Six years ago, when we made the decision to build…

Feranmi Adedeji (founder & CTO of MealFed) [📸 Author] While the spotlight stays fixed on the hyper-competitive streets of Lagos and Abuja, a different kind of opportunity is taking shape in overlooked cities like Saki and Akure. For Feranmi Adedeji, founder and CTO of MealFed, the future of food delivery isn’t in saturated urban hubs—it’s in the underserved communities where demand exists, but infrastructure doesn’t. His mission is simple: build where others have ignored, and unlock access to reliable, affordable food delivery for millions beyond Nigeria’s biggest cities. “Every food delivery app in Nigeria fights over Lagos and Abuja.Nobody is…