The Digital for Development (D4D) Hub in partnership with TechCabal has rolled out the Creative Economy Challenge and Award, a new platform targeting West African startups and organisations driving innovation through creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship. The initiative, which forms part of Moonshot by TechCabal 2025, offers participants the opportunity to pitch their projects live on … Read more
Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative has opened applications for its upcoming Capacity Building Workshop focused on improving budget literacy among citizens in Kwara State. The training, backed by the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre and Christian Aid in Nigeria, will equip participants with practical knowledge on the budget process, tax obligations, and how these impact … Read more
Taltrix, in partnership with Tech4Dev, is inviting innovators with tech project ideas to connect with Africa’s top vetted developers through its new talent-matching platform. The initiative aims to help individuals and organizations bring their concepts to life with the support of skilled professionals across key technology fields. The company explained that its network includes developers … Read more
Applications are now open for innovative female-owned startups to take part in The LaunchPad showcase at GITEX Nigeria 2025, scheduled for 3-4 September in Lagos. The initiative is designed to spotlight ventures led by African women in the technology, creative, and impact-driven sectors. Event coordinators noted, “Are you a female-owned startup building an exceptional business … Read more
The first WEIDE Fund beneficiaries have been selected, marking a big step for women in global trade. According to organizers, “236 women-led MSMEs in the Dominican Republic, Mongolia and Nigeria will receive grants and technical support to scale up in the digital economy.” They were chosen from over 69,000 applications worldwide. The initiative, called Women … Read more
Bauchi State is set to host a major free digital skills and entrepreneurship training for young people, aimed at preparing them for opportunities in the global economy. The Office of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Youth and Entrepreneurship, in partnership with American Space Bauchi and supported by the United States Diplomatic Mission in … Read more
The Federal Ministry of Education in Abuja has announced the launch of the Industry Mapping Sensitization Program under its Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) initiative, aimed at connecting Technical College students with practical workplace experience. In a statement, the ministry invited small, medium, and large-scale industries to participate in the programme, which will … Read more
The Farm Junction Foundation has announced the launch of the Most Beautiful Farmer (MBF) Lagos reality event, aimed at showcasing the creativity, innovation, and dedication of female farmers in Nigeria’s agricultural sector. According to the organisers, the competition is designed to “empower farmers and agricultural enthusiasts to showcase their skills, creativity, and passion” through modern … Read more
The Office of the Statistician General, in partnership with Gwagware Foundation (Gidan Amana), has announced the Katsina Data Analysis Empowerment Boot Camp 2025. The program targets 500 final-year students from all tertiary institutions across Katsina State, aiming to equip them with vital skills for the modern job market. According to the organisers, the boot camp … Read more
The 2025 edition of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board Annual National Undergraduate Essay Competition has officially commenced. According to the organisers, this initiative, now in its ninth year, is a flagship academic program aimed at promoting excellence among undergraduates in both public and private tertiary institutions across Nigeria. A statement from the Board … Read more