Failure is the default outcome for a startup” – Iyin Aboyeji
Iyinoluwa Aboyeji states that failure is the default outcome of a startup, urging investors and founders to accept this reality. During the Africa Deep Tech Conference 2026, Aboyeji and Adia Sowho discussed the importance of building products that have market demand.
Terra’s drones will now come with weapons as it begins building combat ready systems for the Nigerian military
Terra Industries is developing combat-ready drones for the Nigerian military. The drones will be equipped with machine guns and rocket launchers.
Nigerian fintech Duplo gets licenced for e-invoicing and tax transmission
Duplo secures Systems Integrator and Access Point Provider licenses from the Nigeria Revenue Service. The licenses allow Duplo to help businesses generate NRS-compliant electronic invoices.
Africa’s Blockchain Leaders Convene in Lagos for ABDS 2026
ABDS 2026 will convene blockchain founders, Web3 innovators, and DeFi leaders in Lagos. The summit serves as a strategic marketplace for ideas, capital, and partnerships.
Tony Elumelu Foundation Has Deployed Over $100 Million to African Startups
Tony Elumelu Foundation has deployed over $100 million in seed capital to support African startups. The foundation has supported more than 24,000 entrepreneurs across Africa.
