The diverse range of content available, from relationship advice and gossip to roundtable discussions on celebrity news, has significantly shaped the perception of podcasting in the country.
No doubt, podcasts have emerged as a new avenue for content creators to capitalize on. However, while these topics undeniably attract audiences, certain content creators have chosen to explore alternative domains, including the technology ecosystem.
While podcast streaming platforms have made things easier by creating categories tailored to people’s interests, many still talk about not finding the podcast they find interesting in their category.
This article includes four tech podcasts tailored to cater to the interests of tech enthusiasts. These tech podcasts offer insightful discussions and valuable insights into the African tech ecosystem and its global counterparts.
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1: The Open Africa Podcast
Host: Furo, Nosa, and ‘Laolu
Duration: At least 1 hr
Category: Technology and Finance
The Open Africa podcast serves as a platform for engaging in discussions on finance and technology in Africa. Listeners can expect thought-provoking discussions, in-depth analyses, and valuable insights into the intersection of finance and technology in Africa. With a current episode count of 54, the podcast typically releases new episodes every month.
Industry players who have been featured in the show include Wole Ayodele, CEO of Fincra, and Dickson Nsofor, CEO of Kora. Despite not having a dedicated studio, this tech podcast ensures top-notch audio quality, ensuring a seamless listening experience for its audience.
2: Afrobility: Africa Tech & Business
Host: Olumide Ogunsanwo & Bankole Makanju
Duration: At least 2 hrs
Category: Technology and Business
The Afrobility: Africa Tech & Business podcast offers stories and analyses of African technology companies, sectors & business models. Listeners can expect discussions on the African startup ecosystem, business models, policies, and regulations.
With a current episode count of 63, the tech podcast used to release new episodes twice a month, but since this year, it has released new episodes every month. This podcast does not have a dedicated studio yet, but it has great audio quality.
If you want to build your startup, you might want to invest your time listening to this podcast
3: Inside the Techosystem
Host: Chuka and Emmanuel
Duration: At least 1 hr, 20 mins
Category: Technology
Inside the Techosystem podcast focuses on insightful topics about tech and its ecosystem in Nigeria. It hosts industry players to highlight their tech journey, transitioning, and business-building advice needed in the tech space.
It currently has 24 episodes; this tech podcast also does not have a dedicated studio yet, but it is available on all podcasting streaming platforms.
So, if you are a techie and want to just hang out with similar tech enthusiasts and hear their tech stories, this is the best option.
4: Techbytes
Host: Damilare and Omoruyi
Duration: At least 1 hr, 20 mins
Category: Technology
Techbytes podcast presents a compelling weekly roundup of the most captivating developments in the African tech sphere. This engaging podcast covers many topics, including startup announcements, innovative inventions, and noteworthy social events.
It is akin to popular podcasts that stimulate conversations and thought-provoking discussions within social media. Moreover, the Techbytes podcast invites industry experts to contribute their valuable insights and perspectives.
With an extensive catalogue comprising 37 episodes, This tech podcast has its professional studio, ensuring impeccable audio quality for its listeners.
So, if you want a tech version of the popular Rant, Bants, Confession podcast, where we cover all the happenings in the tech space and tech gossip gists, then you might want to check out this podcast.
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