How five Nigerian tech-startups are tackling COVID-19 outbreak
The front line of Nigeria's fight against Coronavirus seems to be occupied also by tech startups, by providing tech-driven effort amidst the pandemic.
Microsoft is not a competitive threat to us – Slack CEO
The founder of Slack, Stewart Butterfield, has taken a swipe at Microsoft after Slack gained 2 million users in about two...
54gene raises $15 million to boost African genetic code, as venture capital hits $19.5 million
54gene has raised $15 million during a Series A round to intensify its collection of African genetic code which is used...
Nigerian artistes now surviving on digital shows after losing gig money to Coronavirus
Davido, in one of his Twitter Q&As after cancelling his tour, told a fan who requested for money that there...
Facebook aids religious gatherings with new products amid Coronavirus outbreak
Facebook has launched “Faith on Facebook Resource Hub” for faith-based organisations whose services have been disrupted by the Coronavirus pandemic.
5 agritech investments to consider, as COVID-19 causes uncertainty in stock market
In a world where the Coronavirus pandemic has caused uncertainties in capital markets, agritech startups may have become safer options...
GTBank suspends loan repayment plan for SMEs
Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) has placed a hold on loan repayment for small businesses operating in Nigeria due to the Coronavirus...
COVID-19: Gilead drug makes progress in clinical trial
The experimental drug produced by Gilead Sciences Inc seems to be taking a step closer to the much-needed cure for patients infected with...
Bike-hailing firms in talks with Lagos State to resume operations
Bike-hailing firms are in talks with the Lagos State Government to lift the ban and resume operation in the state.
Ruffer ’50 cent’ makes $2.6 billion, as Coronavirus strikes financial market
The fear of Coronavirus has enriched Ruffer, a London investment fund, with $2.6 billion amidst a sell-off caused by the COVID-19 outbreak.
