22 things that happened for the first time in 2022 in the African tech scene

2022 was a different year for the African tech ecosystem as the effects of the economic downturn shook the ecosystem. The year was filled with stories of triumph, failures, and progress. Here’s a list of 22 things that happened for the first time in the African tech ecosystem this year.  Kenya became the first African

Rice University Business Plan Graduate-level Student Startup Competition 2023 ($1.6 million in Cash and Prizes).

Application Deadline: February 28, 2023 at 11:59 PM CST.  Hosted and organized by the Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship, which is Rice University’s internationally-recognized initiative devoted to the support of entrepreneurship, and Rice Business, the Rice Business Plan Competition offers an educational program mirroring real-world experience through this multi-day event for student startups from across the world.

Okyeame Kwame, Reggie Rockstone & More At Accra Fashion Week 2022

Meet The Designers Accra Fashion Week, Ghana’s leading fashion week, held its 9th edition from December 7-11, 2022 with a host of activities welcoming various individuals and participation across the nation and beyond. December 7th – The fashion week kicked off with ‘MEET THE DESIGNERS’ where #AFWk hosted press, influencers, boutiques, stylists, photographers, and all

7 fastest-growing economies in Sub-Saharan Africa, according to IMF

According to World Bank, 29 out of 33 countries in the region with available data had inflation of over 5% in July, while 17 were in double digits. The number of countries in debt distress was little changed, while borrowing costs rose significantly. In Ghana, which has sought help from the International Monetary Fund, amid

Equinix Expanding into South Africa With New $160M Data Center

Equinix has announced plans to enter the South African market with a US$160 million data center investment in Johannesburg  that augments its current footprint on the African continent in Nigeria, Ghana, and Côte d’Ivoire. The new data center is expected to open mid-2024. Global Reach of Platform Equinix with operations in South Africa With its South Africa expansion, Equinix is