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.
NIMC says ‘NIN portal’ is now restored; banks, telcos hope for relief
Banking institutions and telecommunications services providers may breathe an air of relief as the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced…
Olubayo Adekanmbi Joins Airtel as Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer
Adekanmbi previously worked for MTN in South Africa and Nigeria as Chief Transformation and Strategy Officer...
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Meet the 26 African creators selected for the 2nd #YouTubeBlack voices fund
The fund focuses on investing in Black creators from around the world who are telling fresh and authentic stories...
Meta introduces SuperCluster, an AI supercomputer for metaverse research
According to Meta, the RSC was built following a period of work with a number of long-time partners...
Google announces investment in Safeboda, to drive expansion in Nigeria, Uganda
Google has announced its first investment from the Africa Investment Fund which was launched by Sundar Pichai, CEO…
Mobility startup, Treepz will support Lagos-based bus company, CMS T&M, with technology
A few weeks after raising $2.8m seed funding and acquiring Ugabus, a Ugandan bus company, mobility startup, Treepz…
Zone, a blockchain-based switch may be the solution to Africa’s cross-border payment challenges
Zone is unique because it is the first platform on the African continent to connect legacy payment infrastructure using blockchain technology. ..
NCC approves MTN, Airtel and Mafab for 5G spectrum auction on December 13
..Interestingly, two other telecommunications services providers in Nigeria, Globacomms and 9mobile are missing from the list.
YouTube Music backs two Nigerian organisations to boost Africa’s creative economy
This move is set to directly impact an estimated 300 participants in initiatives led by these organisations...













