Startups
UnionX Innovation Challenge Calls For Applications
Feb. 8, 2021, 1:21 a.m.
The Union Bank of Nigeria is hosting the 4th edition of the Union X Innovation Challenge themed a “New Discovery”.As such, innovative and creative Nigerian entrepreneurs with tech-focused Minimum Viable Products (MVP) are being called … read more
Chat-based Service To Assist SMMEs Launched
Feb. 5, 2021, 1:31 p.m.
SMMEstart, a new chat-based service that provides assistance in the form of valuable information, guidance, and access to business resources and tools for local small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) has been launched. read more
Disruptive South African Healthtech Startup Receives Funding
Feb. 5, 2021, 1:02 p.m.
hearX, a South African health tech startup providing affordable access to hearing care using digital solutions, has received funding from asset management company, Futuregrowth. read more
SA Online Gaming Platform GauFive Launches FIFA21 Tournament On PS4 And X-Box
Feb. 5, 2021, 11:04 a.m.
GauFive is an online gaming platform that seeks to create interest among the youth by introducing them to the world of esports. read more
UK-Nigeria Tech Hub Launches COVID-19 Startup Accelerator Programme
Feb. 5, 2021, 11 a.m.
The UK-Nigeria Tech Hub has partnered with Ventures Platform and Startupbootcamp AfriTech to launch the iNOVO Accelerator Programme for innovative Nigerian edtech, agritech, and healthtech startups that have created solutions to challenges created as a … read more
Uber Purchases Drizly, An Alcohol Delivery Service
Feb. 5, 2021, 10:15 a.m.
Uber has purchased Drizly, an alcohol delivery service for $1.1 billion in stocks and in cash. read more