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Top 5 Influential African Women in Tech You Should Know

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Africa is home to some of the world’s most influential women who are breaking boundaries in various industries. From technology to entrepreneurship, these women have been making waves and inspiring others to follow in their footsteps.

In this article, we’ll be highlighting seven of the most influential African women in tech you should know.

Odunayo Eweniyi (Nigeria)

Odunayo Eweniyi (Nigeria)

Odunayo Eweniyi

 Odunayo Eweniyi is a Nigerian business executive and activist. She is the Co-founder and Chief Operations Officer of PiggyVest, a fintech platform, and co-founder of Feminist Coalition, a group advocating for gender equality. Eweniyi has been recognized for her contributions to the technology industry, winning the Future Awards Africa Prize in Technology in 2018 and being named one of the 30 Quartz Africa Innovators in 2019. She was also featured on Forbes Africa’s 30 under 30 Technology list in 2019, and on Bloomberg and Time Next 100 in 2020 and 2021, respectively, for her work during the End SARS protests. In 2022, she won the Forbes Woman Africa Technology and Innovation Award.

Jihan Abass (Kenya)

Jihan Abass (Kenya)

Jihan Abass

Jihan Abass is a Kenyan entrepreneur and businesswoman who is the founder and CEO of Lami Insurance Technology, an insurance technology company based in Nairobi, Kenya, and Lami Direct Insurance, a digital vehicle insurance company. Abass founded Lami to increase Africa’s low insurance coverage to democratize and digitizes insurance products in Kenya and across Africa.

The company has created an API insurance service platform to digitize the entire process. In 2021, the startup raised $1.8m in seed capital.

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 Bunmi Olaniyan (Nigeria)

Bunmi Olaniyan (Nigeria)

Bunmi Olaniyan

Bunmi Olaniyan is an accomplished operational leader with a proven track record of driving growth and success for tech companies. Her expertise in operations management, operation digital transformation, human resources, strategic planning, and team leadership has enabled her to make a significant impact on the organizations she has worked with.

As an operations manager in tech, Bunmi has achieved numerous key milestones that are a testament to her commitment to excellence. She has a track record of developing and implementing effective operational strategies that have resulted in significant revenue growth for tech companies, especially at Kudy, a FinTech.

Bunmi has been recognized as the winner of a Tech Leadership Award in 2021, which is a well-deserved recognition of her exceptional contributions to the tech ecosystem. She continues to be an outstanding professional and an inspiration to many in the tech industry.

Betelhem Dessie (Ethiopia)

Betelhem Dessie (Ethiopia)

Betelhem Dessie

Betelhem Dessie is a young entrepreneur and a pioneer in Ethiopia’s emerging tech scene. She developed an interest in computers at the age of 7 and started coding at 10. By her mid-teens, she had mastered the key aspects of computer science and robotics.

After being mentored by a government agency called Information Network Security Agency (INSA), she started doing software projects for various clients while teaching kids computing and robotics.

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Dessie has been named the young pioneer in Ethiopia’s tech scene by CNN and BBC and was included in Quartz’s list of African innovators to watch in 2019.

Ivy Barley (Ghana)

5. Ivy Barley (Ghana)

Ivy Barley (Ghana)

Ivy Barley is a Ghanaian entrepreneur, program manager, and women in tech activist who co-founded Developers in Vogue, an organization that aims to bridge the gender gap in tech by training and mentoring young women in Africa to become world-class developers and technology leaders.

Barley has been recognized for her work in the tech industry. In 2017 and 2019, she was listed as one of the Top 50 Most Influential Young Ghanaians by Avance Media. In addition, GhanaWeb featured Barley in January 2022 as one of the three Ghanaian ‘Women in Tech’ making strides on the international corporate scene.

Barley is passionate about empowering African women and promoting gender equality in the tech industry. Her work has inspired many young women to pursue careers in technology and she continues to be a role model for women in tech across Africa.

These 5 women have made significant contributions to the African tech industry and have inspired many others to follow in their footsteps. Their achievements in various areas of technology have not only brought recognition to themselves and their countries but have also impacted the lives of millions of people across Africa.

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Through their hard work and dedication, they have shattered stereotypes and proven that women can excel in technology. Their stories serve as an inspiration to young women across the continent who are aspiring to enter the tech industry and make their own mark. These women are a testament to the fact that with determination and perseverance, anything is possible.

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MENXTT TECH NG Offers Affordable Dell Laptops with Flexible Payment Plans

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MENXTT TECH NG, a Lagos-based technology company, has launched an initiative to make quality Dell laptops more affordable for Nigerians through flexible payment plans and extended warranty support.

MENXTT TECH NG Offers Affordable Dell Laptops with Flexible Payment Plans

The company said the initiative was aimed at helping students, entrepreneurs, professionals and small businesses acquire reliable computing devices despite rising technology costs.

According to the company, customers can now purchase premium pre-owned Dell Latitude, Dell Precision and Dell Inspiron laptops at competitive prices, with selected models available under staggered payment arrangements.

The laptops, it said, are designed to meet the needs of users ranging from students and office workers to architects, engineers, software developers, graphic designers and video editors.

Speaking on the initiative, the Co-Founder of MENXTT TECH NG, Mr Anthony Emeka Nwosu, said access to quality technology should not be limited by financial constraints.

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“A laptop is no longer a luxury; it is an essential tool for education, business and career development.

“Unfortunately, many people are forced to settle for unreliable devices because of the high cost of new laptops.

“At MENXTT TECH NG, we want to bridge that gap by providing durable Dell business laptops at affordable prices, backed by a full one-year warranty and flexible payment plans.

“We want every student, entrepreneur, freelancer and business owner to have access to technology that helps them succeed,” he said.

Nwosu explained that every laptop undergoes comprehensive testing before delivery and comes with a one-year warranty, an original charger, a complimentary laptop bag, Windows 11 operating system and Microsoft Office Suite pre-installed.

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He added that the company, an authorised Bitdefender Antivirus reseller in Nigeria, also installs genuine Bitdefender security software on every system to protect customers against cyber threats.

According to him, customers requiring additional productivity tools can also have licensed Foxit PDF software installed on their devices.

Nwosu said the flexible payment option was introduced in response to prevailing economic realities, enabling customers to spread payments over an agreed period.

He noted that the arrangement would make it easier for students, startups and growing businesses to acquire quality computers without placing excessive pressure on their finances.

Beyond laptop sales, the company provides information technology consultancy, computer repairs, software licensing, cybersecurity solutions and digital transformation services to organisations across Nigeria.

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He reaffirmed the company’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s digital economy by making dependable computing devices and enterprise technology solutions more accessible to individuals and businesses.

According to him, the initiative reflects MENXTT TECH NG’s vision of combining affordability, quality products and professional after-sales support to help more Nigerians participate in the country’s expanding digital ecosystem. (NAN)

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NITDA Calls for Collaboration to Harness Emerging Technologies for Inclusive Growth

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National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has called for stronger collaboration among government, industry, academia and technology professionals to accelerate digital innovation and drive inclusive economic growth in Nigeria.

NITDA Calls for Collaboration to Harness Emerging Technologies for Inclusive Growth

Dr. Aristotle Onumo, Director, Stakeholder Management and Partnerships, representing the Director General of NITDA, delivers a goodwill message at the 20th International Conference on Technology and Computing (RISE 2026) in Jos, reaffirming the Agency’s commitment to fostering digital innovation, strategic collaboration, and a technology-driven future for Nigeria.

The agency made the call at the 20th Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) International Conference 2026, held in Jos, Plateau State, where stakeholders examined strategies for leveraging emerging technologies to strengthen national development.

Speaking on behalf of the Director-General of NITDA, Mr Kashifu Inuwa, the agency’s Director of Stakeholders Management and Partnerships, Dr Aristotle Onumo, said Nigeria’s digital transformation would depend on sustained investment in innovation, digital skills, research and strategic partnerships.

According to him, collaboration across the public and private sectors is essential to translate emerging technologies into practical solutions capable of improving governance, creating jobs and enhancing the country’s global competitiveness.

Onumo said NITDA remained committed to implementing its Strategic Roadmap and Action Plan through initiatives that promote digital literacy, research and development, innovation ecosystems, cyber sovereignty and emerging technologies.

He added that the agency was expanding opportunities for innovators, entrepreneurs and startups through platforms designed to encourage collaboration, investment and technology-driven enterprise.

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“We are transforming Digital Nigeria into the nation’s foremost innovation platform where policymakers, investors, startups, researchers and technology companies can collaborate to accelerate economic growth and digital transformation,” he said.

He urged innovators, startup founders and technology professionals to participate actively in the forthcoming Builders Summit by showcasing indigenous solutions capable of addressing Nigeria’s development challenges.

Declaring the conference open, the Governor of Plateau State, Mr Caleb Mutfwang, described digital technology as a critical driver of governance and economic development.

Mutfwang said his administration had adopted digital solutions to improve public service delivery, modernise government operations and enhance internally generated revenue.

He also identified technology as a key enabler for agricultural transformation, increased productivity and improved food security, urging participants to ensure that deliberations at the conference translate into practical outcomes for national development.

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Earlier, the President of the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS), Prof. Muhammad Sirajo, said the conference was organised to strengthen collaboration among policymakers, researchers, regulators, technology professionals and industry leaders.

Sirajo said the conference, with the theme “Harnessing Digital Innovation and Emerging Technologies for Inclusive Growth and Economic Renaissance (RISE 2026),” focused on exploring how innovation could accelerate Nigeria’s socio-economic development.

He identified artificial intelligence, blockchain, cloud computing, cybersecurity and robotics as among the technologies shaping the future of economies across the world.

According to him, Nigeria’s youthful population and expanding digital ecosystem provide a strong foundation for building a globally competitive economy through sustained investment in digital infrastructure, innovation and skills development.

The conference attracted government officials, regulators, academics, development partners, technology professionals and private-sector stakeholders to deliberate on policies and innovations aimed at accelerating Nigeria’s digital transformation and inclusive economic renaissance.

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Hon. Minister Dr. Kingsley T. Udeh and ASUS To Unveil First of a Kind Flagship Store in West Africa

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In a landmark moment for Nigeria’s technology retail sector, the Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh SAN, will on Monday, August 3rd, commission a landmark ASUS Flagship Store in partnership with Nigeria’s leading e-commerce group Konga. The state-of-the-art facility is widely regarded as the first initiative of its kind in West Africa.

Hon. Minister Dr. Kingsley T. Udeh and ASUS To Unveil First of a Kind Flagship Store in West Africa

The commissioning will witness the visit of senior executives from the world-renowned technology brand to Nigeria, including EMEA General Manager, Mr. Aaron Tsai, alongside other. One of the purposes of their visit is to reinforce the strategic partnership with Konga and solidify the collaboration between both organisations, further demonstrating ASUS’ commitment to the Nigerian market.

The event is expected to also bring together key stakeholders from government, the technology industry, business community, and the media for what promises to be a defining moment in the evolution of technology retail in the region.

The development comes as Konga continues to accelerate its strategic partnerships with some of the world’s leading technology brands.

For years, Nigerian consumers have demanded more than just access to genuine technology products. They have increasingly sought immersive experiences, expert guidance, after-sales support, and greater confidence when making technology investments. The next chapter in this journey appears to address many of these expectations in a bold and innovative way.

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The forthcoming announcement is expected to bring together global innovation in a manner that reflects the changing realities of today’s technology consumer. It also reinforces the growing confidence that leading international technology companies continue to place in Nigeria as one of Africa’s most strategic digital markets.

Industry analysts note that partnerships of this nature are becoming increasingly important as consumers place greater emphasis on authenticity, hands-on product experiences, technical support, and trusted purchase channels. Beyond selling devices, the future of technology retail lies in building complete customer experiences.

As anticipation builds for Monday, one thing is certain: the ASUS-Konga partnership promises to set new standards for tech retail in West Africa, elevating customer experience and reinforcing Nigeria’s digital transformation narrative.

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