The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has launched a call for applications for AgriTech startups to join the timbuktoo Pan-African Incubation Network and the timbuktoo AgriTech Hub, hosted in Ghana, with support from the Government of Japan, which is designed to identify, support and prepare promising startups building innovative solutions for Africa’s agricultural transformation. Anchored within timbuktoo, UNDP’s pan-African platform supporting innovation and entrepreneurship, the programme supports technology-driven solutions with the potential to strengthen agricultural productivity, improve food systems, increase farmer incomes and build climate-resilient agriculture across the continent. Programme Eligibility Criteria Eligible startups must: Be based in Africa or…
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Are you ready to see bold founders take the stage and pitch for a share of a ÂŁ21k funding pot?🚀Join Foundervine for the Immerse Catalyst Showcase Day and watch 10 extraordinary founders share their vision! After weeks of focused support, mentorship, and founder-led growth, these outstanding founders are ready to show you everything they have learnt. They will be pitching their ventures to a panel of expert judges and a live audience, sharing the businesses they are building and the impact they’re creating.Meet the Pitchers:✨ Tola Alade, Founder, DĂ’DÒ✨ AurĂ©lia Le Frapper, Founder & CEO, Alethica✨ Lola E., Founder, Minervate®✨…
Mohammed AbdElHalim (Enterprise IT Sales & Consulting Leader) How AI can Change the Way you Think Artificial intelligence is rapidly outgrowing its original role as a tool for speed and efficiency. In this thought-provoking piece, Mohammed AbdElhalim explores a more profound shift—one where AI becomes a collaborator in thinking itself. Drawing on compelling data and real-world adoption trends, he shows how AI is not just helping us do things faster, but helping us think differently: reframing problems, expanding possibilities, and sharpening decision-making. From measurable productivity gains to a fundamental rewire of how individuals and organizations approach work, this article challenges…
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 ÂŁ500.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. đź’“ [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…