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.
Google debuts AI mode in Search for Nigeria, Kenya and SA
Google today announced the launch of AI Mode in Search for users in Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa, introducing a…
Huawei Cloud leads dialogue on exploring AI growth in Nigeria
Last week, Huawei Cloud hosted the Huawei Cloud AI4Naija Forum, themed “AI in Action: From Theory to Practice”,…
New Gemini feature will allow you turn texts, photos, kids’ drawings into custom storybooks
Yesterday, Google introduced Storybook, a feature within the Gemini app that generates short, narrated stories from user prompts…
“AI market in Africa to top $16.5 billion by 2030”, Mastercard report says
With Africa’s AI market projected to grow from USD 4.5 billion in 2025 to USD 16.5 billion by…
Understanding Search Intent and How It Drives Content Strategy
If you miss the mark on what users truly want, even a ‘well-optimised’ page will still underperform. Search…
MTN-MIP fellows tour Huawei’s 5G Innovation Hub, Support Centre in Lagos
Last week, the fellows of the MTN Media Innovation Programme (MTN-MIP Cohort 4) were given an experiential tour…
Google unveils new AI Community Center in Accra
Tech giant Google has opened an AI Community Centre in Accra — a first-of-its-kind space for AI learning,…
How Bolt, Uber drivers in Abeokuta renegotiate app prices by over 100%
Apart from its iconic Olumo Rock and bustling traditional adire industry, one of the notable standouts of Abeokuta,…
Hold your bank responsible for USSD double charge, ALTON Chairman says
The Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), Engineer Gbenga Adebayo, has assured that…
USSD: Airtime recharge excluded from new N6.98 charge, MTN Says
The new billing model for Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) banking transactions will attract zero charges for airtime…














