Across Africa, technology has become one of the most powerful equalizers of our time. It has expanded access to education, unlocked new forms of entrepreneurship, enabled civic participation, and created pathways to economic independence for millions of women and girls. From online learning platforms to digital marketplaces and remote work, technology has reshaped what opportunity […]
Read MoreFrom the explosion of AI use cases and AI-capable technologies to the rapid optimisation of software-defined vehicles (SDVs), 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year for data gentre footprint through streamlined planning approvals, prioritized power grid connections and financial incentives. Growth in data centers show no sign of slowing as we approach the […]
Read MoreAmerican branding consultant and CEO of Brandstream, Scott Bedbury, said, “In today’s experience-driven marketplace, the brands that endure are those that move beyond products and services to connect with the passions, lifestyles, and emotions of their customers. The most successful businesses don’t just serve — they engage, delight, and become part of life’s memorable moments”. FirstBank […]
Read MoreThe Lagos Lagoon glistened in shades of blue and gold as electric powerboats sliced through the water, cheered on by an ecstatic crowd that lined Victoria Island’s waterfront from Saturday, 3 October to Sunday, 5 October. For two unforgettable days, Lagos became Africa’s capital of clean energy, glamour, and innovation, all powered by First Bank […]
Read MoreGareth Morgan, a Canadian organizational theorist in his seminal book, Images of Organizations (1986), introduced eight organizational metaphors as archetypes of organizations. Among these metaphors, is the psychic prison metaphor. The key elements of the psychic prison metaphor include; Unconscious processes, groupthink, historical baggage, self-fulfilling prophecy, myths and metaphors. Crucial points to note in the […]
Read MoreFinancial inclusion has become one of the most critical building blocks for sustainable economic development, not only in Malawi but across emerging markets. When individuals and small businesses have access to affordable, appropriate, and timely financial products and services, they are empowered to save, invest, manage risk, and improve their quality of life. Yet in […]
Read MoreOver the past few years there has been considerable development in the performance, power and capacity capabilities of NAND solid-state drives (SSDs), and non-volatile memory express (NVMe™) drives. This has coincided with a growing demand for high-speed data access and processing. The result? The adoption of Flash storage technologies within enterprise IT infrastructure has surged […]
Read MoreWith a deeply saddened heart and total submission to the will of Almighty Allah (SWT), I pay tribute to a towering figure in our national history, our beloved father, leader and elder statesman, His Excellency Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR. His passing is not only a monumental loss to his immediate family, but to the entire Nigerian […]
Read MoreFirstmonie Agent Credit Scheme is a FirstBank’s digital lending solution designed to empower a wide range of low-income individuals who face barriers in accessing traditional credit channels. This innovative program offers financial support to Firstmonie Point-Of- Sale agents by enabling them to overcome liquidity challenges and capitalize on new opportunities without disruption in business due […]
Read MoreWhat happens when legacy meets preparedness? What results from such a combination? Let us not be in a hurry to put forward any answers yet. Instead, let us consider first the opposite situation: When legacy meets unpreparedness. The world abounds in examples of this distressing situation. A dynasty that has built wealth from generation to […]
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