3 days agoNigeria Launches Program to Empower 10 Million Youth with Digital Skills
The Nigerian government, partnering with Easybuy and WAWUAfrica, is investing in a program to equip 10 million youths and women with vital digital and entrepreneurial skills. This initiative will enhance economic participation and may present lucrative procurement opportunities for vendors in training and technology sectors.
13 days agoInterswitch Advances Payment Solutions at Lagos Retail Payments Summit
The recent Retail Summit in Lagos, organized by Interswitch, aimed to enhance payment innovation in Nigeria's retail sector. The focus on collaboration between private companies and government bodies is crucial for improving infrastructure and promoting financial inclusion, creating procurement opportunities in payment technology and fintech solutions.
17 days agoNigeria's Retirement Summit Addresses Informal Sector's Financial Inclusion Needs
The 2026 Inspenonline Retirement Summit focused on integrating informal sector workers into structured pension systems. By discussing tailored Personal Pension Plans and insurance products, it highlighted procurement opportunities for vendors in financial services aimed at enhancing retirement security for workers in Nigeria.
17 days agoMaryland Launches Community Investment Fund to Enhance Small Business Financial Access
On May 20, 2026, Maryland launched the Maryland Community Investment Venture (MCIV) Fund to improve financial accessibility for small businesses in economically challenged communities. With a focus on partnerships between financial institutions and fintech companies, this initiative aims to drive economic equity in the region.