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Afolabi Ijaoba

Perennially curious and always searching for practical solutions around advancements in technology and economic growth. Also obsessed with growth and African startups

The environmental cost of big tech in Africa

The environmental cost of big tech in Africa

Big tech companies are coming under increasing scrutiny for the harmful effects of their activities on the environment. Africa is no exception to this. What are the harmful effects of big tech to the environment in Africa?

Versecom Limited and IHS Nigeria in conjunction with Lagos Government unveil Energy and Environmental Hub in Alimosho, Lagos

Versecom Limited and IHS Nigeria in conjunction with Lagos Government unveil Energy and Environmental Hub in Alimosho, Lagos

Versecom Limited, an enterprise technology company building sustainable IT and Power solutions for Africa opens its low-cost co-working space in partnership with IHS Nigeria and Lagos Governement.

Esports and its vast potential for the African continent

Esports and its vast potential for the African continent

Esports has become a global billion-dollar industry, with more growth still to come. Africa is slowly catching up, with gaming competitions, celebrity gamers, and gaming communities springing up all over the continent. What is the potential for eSports in Africa?

Apple vs. Facebook: What do African advertisers stand to lose?

Apple vs. Facebook: What do African advertisers stand to lose?

Apple has introduced big changes to its Ads and privacy policy with the release of the IOS 14.5. This feature may stifle advertising and online marketing and Facebook, one of the world's largest advertisers is taking a stand. What is this new feature and what does it mean for advertising in Africa?

How smart contracts can promote e-commerce in Nigeria

How smart contracts can promote e-commerce in Nigeria

Nigeria is seeing unprecedented growth in online marketplace consumption. But settlement and disputes issues still remain the same, and can potentially hinder this growth. How can smart contracts make this easier for both parties?