David Afolayan
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David is a tech Writer and Digital communications strategist. He is a keen observer of topical developments in the global tech space.
He follows the news, gets the details, reads between the lines and points out what is evident but not obvious.
David has about 9 years of cognate experience in branding, digital communications, content strategy and tech journalism. He has offered communications consulting services to key industry leaders and corporate organisations in the technology, banking and support services sector.
He has a Master’s Degree in the English Language from the University of Lagos.
David Afolayan is the Co-founder and Content Chief at Technext.
5 tips for writing compelling press pitches that will get media attention
Typically, journalists and publishers get tons of pitches about products, and founders as well as other exciting news about funding, launches and so on...
5 ways AI is helping people, businesses and governments to become more sustainable
Here are five ways that we and our partners are using AI to help reduce emissions, protect nature and build cleaner environments...
Black Founders Fund: A chat with Pivo’s Nkiru Amadi-Emina on impact and future plans
In 2021, Google CEO, Sundar Pichai announced the plan to invest $1 billion over 5 years to support…
Here are 9 ways Google is powering its products using AI
Google is using AI, today, to make its products more helpful, including some of its recently announced features...
Introducing Technext Events for 2023: Coinference, Convo and Tours
In 2023, we are improving our physical event plans to maximize social impact, and coverage...
“If you want to get the best out of your employees, it is best not to monitor them”- A chat with Hyther Nizam of Zoho on workplace privacy
He explains that while it is important to protect employees and their data without necessarily monitoring them, there is a need to monitor and protect the data of the consumers...
“Our goal is to provide access to 2.5m professionals”- Ayo Akinmade, on Regus’ plans as it opens a new workspace in Lagos
The flagship brand of Global workspace provider, International Workplace Group (IWG) Plc, Regus, has unveiled its newest network…
5 major trends that will define the African tech space in 2023
It is not unusual for folks to be anxious about future possibilities. 2022 Is the 3rd in a…
Techstars Toronto hosts Demo Day Watch party for Winter 2022 cohort in Lagos
Two startups (Glover and Klas) presented to the audience at EWL. It also featured a brief one-on-one session with alumni founders...
Austin Okere receives Special Leadership Award at 2022 Nigerian Fintech Awards
Mr Okere was among 10 notable individuals in the Nigerian tech ecosystem singled out for special recognition in celebration of their contributions...