Author: ITPulse

The bustling commercial hub of Lagos is set to host a groundbreaking Smart City Trade Fair from October 17th to 19th, 2024, at the Nigav Event Center in Ikeja. Organized by Smart City Mall Africa Limited, the fair aims to showcase innovative solutions for transforming cities into sustainable, efficient, and livable spaces. The event will provide a platform for tech enthusiasts, urban planners, and policymakers to explore the latest advancements in smart city technology. Joshua Oshowo, Managing Director of Smart City Mall Africa Limited, emphasized the importance of the fair in realizing Lagos’ vision of a city free from gridlock,…

Seasoned revenue growth expert, Ms. Cynthia Alabi, was crowned the TECHLIFE Excellence for No-Code Roles award at the Women Entrepreneurs & Executives in Tech Summit (WEETS) 2024 in Lagos, Nigeria. The organizers of WEETS 2024 selected Cynthia Alabi for the prestigious award based on her expertise in the tech industry, particularly in tech sales, customer experience, customer success, and product design. “We are thrilled to announce Ms. Cynthia Alabi as this year’s TECHLIFE Excellence for No-Code Roles award winner,” said Ugochi Emmanuel, convener of the summit, focusing on empowering women and promoting digital inclusion in Nigeria. After a rigorous selection…

Despite Africa’s digital revolution surging, with a projected 438 million mobile internet users by 2030, the continent is hugely exposed to a critical vulnerability: cyberattacks. According to Checkpoint Research, the average African organization faces a staggering 2,960 weekly cyberattacks, a 37% increase from the previous year. This surpasses the global average of 1,636 attacks weekly. The research by Checkpoint noted that Limited Infrastructure and Resources, Lack of Awareness, Policy and Law Lag, Cybersecurity Skills Gap and Young Population’s Risks are several factors contributing to Africa’s susceptibility. The education sector, particularly online learning platforms, has become a prime target due to…

LG Electronics has forged a strategic partnership with the EbonyLife Creative Academy (ELCA), a leading institution shaping Africa’s future filmmakers. This collaboration aims to equip aspiring filmmakers with cutting-edge technology, fostering the creation of world-class cinematic content. Under the partnership, which was sealed today in Lagos, LG will provide ELCA with its latest products, including LG OLED TVs, refrigerators, and microwaves. These devices will enhance the learning environment and empower students to produce high-quality films, leveraging LG’s innovative Filmmaker Mode. Hari Elluru, General Manager of Home Entertainment at LG Electronics, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership: “Our products are renowned for…

Rack Centre, West Africa’s premier carrier and cloud-neutral data center provider, has reinforced its commitment to Nigeria’s digital economy by expanding its state-of-the-art data center facilities. This expansion aims to foster sustainable digitization and create new job opportunities. Lars Johannisson, CEO of Rack Centre, explained that the company’s strategic focus on efficiency and cost optimization is driven by a desire to provide businesses with a competitive edge in the digital landscape. The construction of the LGS2 data center, in response to the growing digital transformation needs of various sectors, is expected to generate new jobs, solidifying Rack Centre’s role as…

A new study by global communication platform Infobip has shed light on how different generations prefer to interact with businesses and brands, particularly in the lead-up to Black Friday. With over 86% of all generations expecting personalized and relevant communications, retailers must tailor their approach to cater to the unique needs of each consumer group. Black Friday, the unofficial kickoff to the holiday shopping season, presents a significant opportunity for retailers to boost sales and strengthen brand loyalty. A 5% increase in customer retention can lead to a profit boost of over 25%, according to Bain & Company. However, crafting…

By Faith Waithaka With some of Africa’s biggest data centre providers now based in West Africa, it would be safe to say that the region is going through an era of tremendous and even unprecedented growth. Traditionally quite modest, with capacities ranging from one to three Megawatts (MW), West Africa now features numerous high-capacity datacentres; with plans underway to build its first Tier-4, 1500 rack data centre later this year. But with size comes complexity.  Building a Tier-4 data centre is not simply scaling up from a 1 MW facility; technical requirements and complexities increase exponentially. Let’s use UPS (Uninterruptible…

What’s a surefire way of frustrating your customers, hindering business efficiency and losing massive revenue?   Delayed payment notifications.   With technological advancement, customers expect real-time payment processing. However, delays in payment notifications can significantly damage the customer experience and further strain your business’s operational efficiency.   The importance of efficient payment processing has further increased with the rise of digital payments, making it critical for businesses to prioritise real-time payment updates.  Payment solutions like SeerBit’s Virtual Accounts offer a way for businesses to overcome these challenges, ensuring smooth, prompt transactions.  In this blog post, we discuss the various ways…

TD Africa, a leading technology distributor in West Africa, has launched its Managed Service Providers (MSP) service to help businesses streamline their network operations and reduce costs. The service, authorized by Huawei at the recent Huawei Connect 2024 event, leverages advanced technologies to provide a more efficient, scalable, and secure approach to network optimization. One of the key benefits of TD Africa’s MSP is its ability to significantly reduce operational costs. By utilizing Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP) technology, network deployment time is drastically reduced from days to minutes, accelerating time-to-market. Additionally, intelligent monitoring and analytics capabilities enable proactive fault identification and…

By Cyril Ilayah Mart Networks Group, a leading global value-added distributor, hosted a gathering of its partners and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) in Lagos, Nigeria. The event aimed to solidify Mart Networks’ position in the country’s technology market and showcase its diverse range of solutions. Speaking at the event held at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Moiz Maloo, Managing Director of Mart Networks Group, emphasized the company’s commitment to Nigeria, highlighting its 11-year presence and dedication to providing cutting-edge technology solutions. He underscored Mart Networks’ expertise in data center infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, cloud solutions and technology training. “We believe in knowledge…