AI Leadership, Human Centered Innovation, and the Future of Intelligent Finance A Conversation With Obianuju Nwashili, Winner of the BAT AI Innovation Excellence Award 2025 Three days after the conclusion of the BAT International Conference 2025, one theme remains dominant…
MoneyHash, a leading Egyptian fintech startup, has secured a significant $4.5 million seed funding round to bolster its innovative digital payment services and fuel its expansion across the vast African continent. This crucial investment, co-led by renowned venture capital firms COTU…
Zone, a Nigerian fintech company with an innovative blockchain platform as its core, has made a big step forward by getting $8.5 million in its first funding round as a separate entity. This seed funding round that greatly exceeded expectations…
In the dynamic landscape of technology and entrepreneurship, stories of remarkable individuals often stand out as beacons of inspiration. One such tale is that of Shola Akinlade, a Nigerian software engineer and entrepreneur who has left an indelible mark on…
In the bustling landscape of Nigeria’s tech ecosystem, Olugbenga Agboola emerges as a prominent figure, a visionary leader whose journey from humble beginnings to co-founding one of Africa’s most successful startups, Flutterwave, inspires countless aspiring entrepreneurs across the continent. Born…
If you live in Nigeria, you will agree that the country’s rising inflation rate and volatile foreign exchange policy have necessitated enterprises exploring the prospect of earning in other currencies. The United States (US) and the United Kingdom (UK), which are…
The West Africa Tech Excellence Forum announces the appointment of Chinenye Gbemisola Okatta as a Judge for the WATEF Award and Hackathon 2024. This appointment reflects the Forum’s emphasis on disciplined evaluation, applied impact, and operational credibility across its judging…
Africa’s technology scene is thriving, with Nigeria boldly leading the charge in fostering tech startups. The continuous proliferation of Nigerian tech startups has become a significant pointer to the potential, resilience, and innovative capacity of Nigerian entrepreneurs in the evolving…
The atmosphere inside the BAT Hackathon Arena feels charged tonight. Screens pulse with prototype demos, teams huddle over last minute refinements, and the hum of anticipation sits across the hall like a current waiting to discharge. The judging panel for…
Bridge Africa Technologies has announced the appointment of Ms Geraldine Chika Nwokocha as a member of the judging panel for the BAT Hackathon 2022, one of the organisation’s flagship innovation programmes designed to identify, support, and advance technology-driven solutions with…
TotalEnergies’ Senior Drilling Engineer joins the BAT Hackathon 2022 judging committee, bringing over a decade of energy sector expertise and innovation leadership to the oil and gas engineering category. Experience Meets Innovation at the BAT Hackathon 2022 Bridge Africa Technologies…
Bridge Africa Technologies has confirmed Mr. Semiu Temidayo Fasasi as one of the judges for the BAT Hackathon 2022, a decision that sits comfortably at the intersection of engineering depth, environmental responsibility, and data driven thinking. His appointment signals the…