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1 month ago | 
techcabal.com | Ngozi Chukwu |Olumuyiwa Olowogboyega |Kelechi Njoku |Hannatu Asheolge
In August 2024, as the feverish exam season drew to a close, marking the end of the academic year, the engineering faculty at the University of Lagos, Nigeria, upheld its tradition of celebrating with an awards dinner. But that year, something was different. A new award was being introduced: the Engineering Spirit Award. Its first-ever recipient, Motunrayo Sanyaolu, a third-year electrical engineering student, was no surprise to the faculty.
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1 month ago | 
techcabal.com | Ngozi Chukwu |Kelechi Njoku |Hannatu Asheolge |Muktar Oladunmade
Douglas Kendyson calls himself “God’s favourite,” and his journey so far reinforces his belief. After graduating from Covenant University at 19, he transitioned from a curious website developer to becoming one of the earliest employees at Paystack—a company he idolised—and later, Flutterwave.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
techcabal.com | Uma Edwin |Kelechi Njoku
Compliance and cybersecurity company, Smartcomply hosted a stakeholder breakfast on the 15th of January, 2025 at the Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel in Lagos. Smartcomply is a cybersecurity and compliance automation company that provides intelligence and education to enterprises to build trust and safety in the compliance and data industry. Launched in 2021, the company set out to automate compliance in an industry that previously relied on manual processes and documentation.
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Jan 8, 2025 | 
techcabal.com | Uma Edwin |Kelechi Njoku
In the fast-paced dynamic world of data analytics, Damilare Tiamiyu stands out as a symbol of innovation and impact. Data is the lifeblood of successful businesses in today’s digital world. Information is at the root of good decision-making and the ability to draw meaningful conclusions from information (data) is what guides good business decisions, government policies, and individual lives.
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Nov 29, 2024 | 
techcabal.com | Uma Edwin |Kelechi Njoku
Lagos, Nigeria – November 28, 2024—Oradian, a global leader in core banking SaaS solutions, successfully hosted the Oradian Summit 2024 yesterday, an exclusive gathering of Nigeria’s top financial minds and industry leaders. The event took place at the Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja, bringing together innovators, executives, and decision-makers to shape the future of finance.
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Nov 27, 2024 | 
techcabal.com | Uma Edwin |Kelechi Njoku
As Flutterwave gears towards an imminent IPO, it aims to cast off its startup image and establish itself as a dominant player in the global financial technology market. A key part of this transformation is solidifying its brand identity, forging strategic partnerships with stakeholders and financial regulators, and nurturing internal collaboration to ensure long-term growth. To achieve these goals, Flutterwave has partnered Spacefinish to design a new headquarters in Lagos, Nigeria.
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Nov 25, 2024 | 
techcabal.com | Uma Edwin |Kelechi Njoku
Africa’s tech ecosystem is experiencing a new dawn as Darey.io launches Xterns AI, a groundbreaking platform that combines hands-on project experience with advanced AI-driven analytics. Xterns AI was built to bridge the gap between academic learning and tech industry experience. The platform is an extension of Darey.io’s mission to empower Africa’s tech ecosystem and support enterprises with job-ready talent.
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Nov 25, 2024 | 
techcabal.com | Uma Edwin |Kelechi Njoku
Horizon AI has emerged as the winners of the third edition of the Payaza Fintech Hackathon. The team of three won the grand prize for their innovative solution which helps MSMEs access loans and manage finances using AI. The prize includes $5,000 and 10 weeks in the Payaza Incubator Program. The Payaza Fintech Hackathon is an annual event that brings together tech innovators to solve fintech problems.
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Nov 25, 2024 | 
techcabal.com | Uma Edwin |Kelechi Njoku
Africa’s leading payment gateway, Payaza has secured an investment-grade rating from the Global Credit Rating (GCR) agency, an affiliate of Moody’s, the global financial services company. The company received a BBB long-term rating and an A3- short-term rating. This prestigious recognition is an important milestone for the African FinTech ecosystem and it underscores Payaza’s commitment to delivering financial excellence in the market.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
techcabal.com | Uma Edwin |Kelechi Njoku
As the data landscape continues to expand globally, Dr. Victor Adekunle stands out as a pioneering figure driving transformative change. From his extensive work in the UK to his invaluable contributions in mentoring Africa’s next generation of data experts, Dr. Adekunle’s journey exemplifies innovation and leadership in data analytics. His impact reaches beyond numbers and statistics; it’s about fostering a future where data shapes smarter, more sustainable societies.
