Author: ITPulse

The Geeks & Founders Alliance for Soludo (GEFAS) has taken another bold step in supporting Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo’s vision of a smart, connected Anambra with the official launch of its Mobile Tech Hub- a custom-built bus bringing free WiFi directly to the people. Fully equipped with high-speed internet, voice and data services, and backup power, the GEFAS Mobile Tech Hub can connect up to 3,000 people at rallies, campaign grounds, and public spaces: expanding the Solution WiFi initiative already live at over 26 locations across Anambra. The Deputy Governor of Anambra State, Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim, flagged off the Mobile…

In commemoration of World Blood Donor Day and World Sickle Cell Day 2025, Access Holdings, one of Africa’s leading financial services groups, successfully executed a group-wide blood drive across six African countries, reinforcing its commitment to improving health outcomes and driving real impact in the communities it serves. Held under the theme “Shine the Light on Sickle Cell,” the initiative brought together employees, community members, health professionals, and partner organisations in a coordinated effort to provide safe blood donations, a lifeline for individuals living with sickle cell disorder and others in critical need of transfusions. A Continent United by Purpose …

The Board and Management of Access Bank Tanzania, led by Chairman Protase Ishengoma, paid a courtesy visit to the State House to present the Power of 100 Africa Women Award to Her Excellency, President Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania. The award was presented in recognition of President Samia’s exceptional leadership, commitment to inclusive governance, and contributions to national and regional development. Speaking during the presentation, Protase Ishengoma, Chairman of Access Bank Tanzania, stated: “This award is a recognition of Your Excellency’s transformational leadership and your unwavering dedication to building an inclusive and prosperous Tanzania. We…

Institutional investors and wealth managers believe that the artificial intelligence (AI) market is on the brink of a seismic shift.  This is according to a new global survey1 of pension funds, insurance asset managers, family offices and wealth managers with combined assets under management of $1.183 trillion, where nearly all (99%) of respondents say they agree with this view. The study was commissioned by fund manager Robocap – the leading investor in robotics, automation and AI listed stocks – whose Robocap UCITS Fund has delivered compound annualised net returns (CAGR) of 13.82% and a net return of 242% since its…

The CNII & Sustainability Conference 2025, a collaborative effort between the Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA) and the Association of Licensed Telecommunication Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), has been rescheduled for August 7, 2025, in Lagos. This decision, approved by the nation’s telecommunications regulator, aims to foster a more robust conversation around the recent declaration of telecom infrastructure as a Critical National Infrastructure (CNI). Initially slated for July 30, 2025, the conference was moved to accommodate an all-inclusive telecom stakeholders’ event organized by the regulator. The event also has the support of other industry associations, including the Association of Telecom…

Luno, the cryptocurrency platform with African roots, has launched a new crypto staking feature in Nigeria, offering Nigerian users an opportunity to earn passive income on their digital assets. This makes Luno the first operational crypto platform in Nigeria to provide such a service. Nigerian users can now earn up to 18% annually on select cryptocurrencies directly through the Luno app. The initial rollout includes four prominent proof-of-stake assets: they are Cosmos (ATOM), Solana (SOL), Polkadot (DOT) and NEAR Protocol (NEAR). With Luno’s staking feature, users can start earning rewards by simply holding their assets. There’s no need for active…

In Nigeria, one phrase captures the endless stream of troubles that trail daily life: “Wahala no dey finish.” This timeless street slang now finds fresh relevance in the realm of mobile banking, especially with the storm brewing between telcos, banks, and the supposed “saviour” in between, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). After years of battles over who should bear the cost of USSD transactions, the NCC made a grand intervention: as we advance, customers would pay USSD fees directly from their airtime, not their bank accounts. At first glance, this appeared like a clear-cut win. No more bank debits. No…

…. Positioned as a Leader for the 16th Consecutive Time  Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced that it has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP), marking the 16th consecutive time the company has received this recognition. Sophos has been recognized in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP) since the inaugural publication for this category in 2007. Sophos’ market-leading endpoint security solutions include Sophos Endpoint powered by Intercept X, Sophos Extended Detection and Response (EDR/XDR), and Sophos Managed Detection and Response (MDR).…

In a powerful demonstration of commitment to education, community upliftment, and youth empowerment, the Tim Akano Foundation (TAF) has awarded scholarships and digital skill opportunities to a total of 122 students across Osun State and Obafemi Awolowo University in June 2025. Driven by personal experience and a deep sense of responsibility to his roots, Mr. Tim Akano awarded scholarships to 22 outstanding undergraduates with first-class and second-class upper grades from Oluponna, Iwo, Ile Ogbo, Kuta, and Telemu community. The scholarship presentation took place  on Sunday June 1st 2025, at Aipate Baptist Church, Iwo,  As a beneficiary of community sacrifice, where…

In every conversation about Africa’s future, one word consistently takes centre stage: innovation. It has become the heartbeat of our startup ecosystem, the rallying cry of ambitious founders, and the headline of every major funding milestone. Rightly so, innovation marks the beginning of progress. It opens new doors, inspires bold thinking, and lights the path forward. However, as any founder soon discovers, sparking innovation is only the starting point. What truly defines lasting success is the ability to sustain it through structure, focus and long-term thinking. Africa is rapidly becoming one of the most exciting places to invest in, with…