(L-R): Meryanne Loum-Martin (Founder, Jnane Tamsna); Anne N. Agbakoba (Founder, Numeris Média); Meekam Mgbenwelu (Editor-at-Large, Numeris Média/ Founder at Nzuko Labs); Dr Elizabeth Shaw (Editorial Board Member, Numeris Média/ Founder at 1000 Black Voices) Numeris Media’s recent exploratory trip to Morocco unfolded in two parts: A deeply enriching stay at the iconic Jnane Tamsna, hosted with exceptional warmth by its founder, celebrated entrepreneur Meryanne Loum-Martin. In an inspiring conversation, Loum-Martin shared insights into her journey—building one of Africa’s leading boutique hotels and launching the Diaspora Salon, an initiative poised to drive cultural diplomacy and economic investment across the continent. An…
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Fastest Cakes, one of Nigeria’s leading cake delivery brands, has expanded its operations with the launch of a new production centre in Ikoyi, Lagos. The new facility, which was fully set up and commissioned within an impressive five days, marks a significant step forward in the company’s rapid growth. With an annual production capacity of over 20,000 cakes, the Ikoyi centre is expected to ease the workload on Fastest Cakes’ existing locations in the Lekki and Surulere areas. It will also enable faster deliveries and enhanced service to customers across Ikoyi, Victoria Island, and Lagos Island — three key areas…
📸 Investor, Oyin Solebo (Venture Capital, Startup Acceleration, Corporate Innovation | Former Techstars Managing Director | ex-Goldman Sachs) Despite mounting evidence that women-led businesses deliver higher returns, funding for female founders in Africa hit a five-year low in 2024. Oyin Solebo, an investor with a strong track record of backing diverse teams, highlights the glaring gender funding gap—and why it’s a costly mistake. Read on to learn why Oyin thinks that investing in women isn’t just about equity—it’s smart business. In my modest startup portfolio of 24 African companies, 50% have women founders, and 29% have female CEOs. I’m looking…
Africa’s biggest tech and startup event, 𝗚𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗫 𝗔𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, is gearing up for its most exciting edition yet, bringing together the world’s most influential tech giants, visionary startups, and industry pioneers to showcase groundbreaking innovations.–📍From 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟭𝟰–𝟭𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗰𝗵, 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗰𝗼, get ready to experience the future of tech firsthand and connect with the global forces shaping Africa’s digital transformation.–🎟️ Numeris Media are offering to our members an exclusive 𝟱𝟬% discounted visitor pass – but hurry, this offer is for a limited time only: https://shorturl.at/ypfpB–Your all-exclusive visitor pass will give you access to:–✅ 𝟭,𝟰𝟬𝟬+ 𝗲𝘅𝗵𝗶𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀 & 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟭𝟯𝟬+ 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀, showcasing innovations across Africa. Network and learn with top tech players in smart cities, cybersecurity, data, agritech, mobility, healthcare, and…
As a valued Media Partner for GITEX Africa 2025, Numeris Media is thrilled to offer an exclusive 50% discount on visitor passes for everyone in our network—including our clients, colleagues, friends, and family! GITEX Africa, the continent’s largest and most influential tech and startup event, returns to Marrakech, Morocco, from April 14-16, 2025. This global gathering brings together innovative startups, industry leaders, investors, innovators, and policymakers to explore the latest advancements in AI, fintech, agritech, e-commerce, digital health, and more. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, tech enthusiast, or corporate executive, this is a must-attend event for networking, business growth, and game-changing…
Kenya’s annual tech gathering, Africa Tech Summit (Nairobi) is off to a great start, packed with insightful talks, panels and mixers.One of the interesting companies meet would be HoaQ – they focus on identifying and partnering with exceptional founders who are developing innovative solutions to address unique challenges and opportunities within Africa and its global communities. HoaQ provides strategic guidance, industry connections, and ongoing support to fuel the growth and success of these ventures. Represented by Folakemi Osho (General Manager) and Yewande Odumosu, HoaQ will be hosting a roundtable on Thursday, February 13, 2025 [Register to join: https://lu.ma/ulybbqho] – For…
Olajide Igbalaye (Founder, Gigsdev Innovation Tech Hub) [📸 Author] DeepSeek R1 is revolutionizing AI technology with its groundbreaking capabilities, and here’s why it’s a game-changer for African countries like Nigeria:1. Affordable and High-Performance AIDeepSeek R1 offers incredible value with its cost-efficient design. At just $0.14 per million input tokens (compared to OpenAI’s $7.50), it makes advanced AI accessible to startups, researchers, and businesses in Nigeria. This affordability could transform sectors like agriculture, healthcare, and education by providing powerful AI tools at a fraction of the previous cost.2. Multilingual CapabilitiesWith its advanced language processing, DeepSeek R1 can understand and work with…
Calling all African health-tech innovators: there’s still time to apply!The HealthTech Hub Africa cohort is seeking visionary entrepreneurs tackling pressing healthcare challenges across the continent. This is your opportunity to accelerate your journey, connect with industry leaders, and make a difference in healthcare. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this transformative program. HealthTech Hub Africa – a hybrid pan-African health tech accelerator with a physical co-working and community space in Kigali, Rwanda – supports governments, start-ups and scale-ups to collaborate on data and technology-enabled innovations that strengthen health systems in Africa.Submit your application by January 17, 2025: https://lnkd.in/e3hSD2EC
Founder of Manuyoo, André Schwarz {📸 André Shwarz] André Schwarz is the founder of Manuyoo, a Berlin-based startup that promotes and sells high-quality products from Africa to European markets. The company operates under the philosophy of “Trade Not Aid,” focusing on fostering local entrepreneurship in African countries. Schwarz, who is looking for African entrepreneurs ready to enter the European market, says: I want to encourage all African entrepreneurs who aim to conquer the European market. Manuyoo offers everything you need to make your business and products market-ready for Europe, as well as a trading platform where you can grow in…
At the re-launch of Access Bank Dutch-Desk held in Lagos, recently (L-R): Edwin Van Veenhuizen (Manager Strategy and partnerships, Invest International); Michiel Slootweg, (MD Private Sector Invest International)); Nene Barry (Head, Dutch Desk, Access Bank), Roosevelt Ogbonna (MD Access Bank); Ralph Opara (Group Head , Commercial Banking, Access Bank); and Michel Deelen (Consul General, Kingdom of the Netherlands) Access Bank’s recent relaunch of its Dutch Desk in collaboration with the Dutch Consul and Invest International will certainly strengthen trade and business ties between Nigeria and the Netherlands. The initiative aims to facilitate partnerships between businesses in both countries by providing…