Who are the Lagos Angel Network investors?   We’re an exclusive network of angel investors focused on supporting start-up entrepreneurs in Lagos and environs. Our members provide funding and are mentors; they also make their own investment decisions.   These are some of the members of the Lagos Angel Network: Tomi Davies, MD/CEO, TechnoVision Communications. Adedotun Sulaiman, MD, Dortune Venture Capital Limited. Chinedu Okpareke, CFO, Oando Supply & Distribution. Andrew Nwani, MD, Dataflex. Fatumata Soukouna, [...]

IEEE Nigeria section’s dream of hosting an international conference was fulfilled in the successful hosting of NIGERCON2010 in the capital city of Abuja. The conference was well attended and featured several technical and industry tracks, workshops and exhibition. as well as showcased several top academic and industry speakers.   NIGERCON2013 is here again!   IEEE NIGERCON2013 will be held in the vibrant city of Owerri in Imo State of Nigeria from 14th to 16th November, [...]

Starting an online business is not difficult these days, given the kind of tools and resources available. However, making an online venture successful is a completely different ball game. You need to know what makes you different than your competition and do whatever it takes to stand out from them to make an impact on your target audience. Only then will you be able to build a strong brand and sell more of your products [...]

Cisco IBSG Market Watch survey was conducted in 13 countries and the results revealed consumers in emerging markets such as Africa are willing to use their smartphones to improve their experience of shopping online and offline. Consumers in these markets have already been using mobile devices for carrying out advanced functions like mobile coupons and money checks, and now they’re ready for more, including payments made via mobile.   PayGate announced back in February of [...]

The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) is the nation‘s foremost network of Information Technology (IT) practitioners with membership strength of over 10,000, comprising IT professionals, Interest Groups and Stakeholders. NCS in partnership with Jobberman Nigeria is pleased to invite you for an Information Technology Job Fair which is a part of its scheduled program for the 2013 calendar year.   The NCS job fair is a platform for your company and brand to meet and interact [...]

If you are pursuing a career in the development or humanitarian sectors and are a citizen of Uganda, Kenya or South Sudan, then you may want to consider applying for a Lalji PfAL Scholarship to undertake the MSc Development Management or theMSc International Development and Humanitarian Emergencies (IDHE) programmes at the London School of Economics and Political Science.   In 2013/14, the scholarships will be awarded to applicants from South Sudan, Kenya and Uganda, with a preference for those who [...]

When spending time in the great outdoors, life can be full of surprises. From the rainstorm that slips under the radar, to rough terrain that can shake and jostle even the most experience trailblazers. This proves to be exceptionally true when it comes to taking a trip to Africa.   From missionary trips, exciting safaris, or attempting to scale Mt. Kilimanjaro, there are plenty of reasons to visit Africa. The environment itself can offer an [...]