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A Nigerian startup born from a founder's own farming struggles is helping 25,000 smallholder farmers find reliable markets while earning $1.3 million. Kitovu's tech platform solves the age-old problem of connecting farmers who need buyers with processors who need consistent supply.
A Nigerian architectural technologist has identified a greener alternative to traditional cement that could slash construction emissions by 80 percent. The solution already exists but needs better support to transform the building industry worldwide.
Africa Innovation Foundry just launched in Nigeria with a mission to give entrepreneurs in every corner of the country equal access to funding, training, and support. Whether you're building a health app in Maiduguri or a clean energy startup in Sokoto, help is coming your way.
Africa Innovation Foundry just launched in Abuja with a game-changing mission: bring startup support to every region of Nigeria, not just major cities. Founders in agriculture, healthcare, clean energy, and tech will now get access to funding, training, and mentorship regardless of their location.
Ride-hailing drivers in Nigeria can now see doctors and get prescriptions for just $1 a month without ever leaving their cars. The new service solves a major problem for drivers who work long hours with no employer benefits.
Nigeria and Turkey are joining forces to transform research into real-world products and businesses. The partnership aims to strengthen both countries' innovation ecosystems through joint funding and market-focused collaboration.
A new tech platform is solving a decades-old problem: African art disappearing into private collections without a trace. Atsur has already verified 6,000 artworks and is building the infrastructure to help African art appreciate in value like Western masterpieces.
After losing his mother, Bukar Mamadu found healing through poetry and songwriting. Now he's using AI to create professional songs without ever learning to sing, proving technology can democratize creative expression.