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Top 10 Tech Websites in Nigeria

With the tech industry growing rapidly in Nigeria, people need reliable sources where they can get the latest information about the tech industry and the latest trends.

We’ve compiled a list of ten top tech sites in Nigeria, where people could get updates of all the happenings from the tech world.

1. Techpoint.africa
Established: 2014
Global Rank: #55,217
Nigeria Rank: #369

Arguably one of the biggest tech platforms in the continent. According to them, they are dedicated to startups, innovations, entrepreneurship and technology. This platform does not only deal with techy stuff but also have a foot in other aspects of life. They have quite a number of dedicated writers who put their efforts into bringing the best and current contents to their audience.

2. TechCabal
Established: 2012
Global Rank: #100,378
Nigeria Rank: #806

This is another huge platform that supports Tech-related innovations. The site was developed in 2013 and have been growing since then, now one of the biggest in the country in its niche. As their About page says: “In addition to high-quality articles, reports and expert opinions on the main website, we publish the TC Daily newsletter, the most comprehensive roundup of technology around Africa.” That says it all.

3. Techcity NG
Established: 2014
Global Rank: #252,471
Nigeria Rank: #2,064

Aside from the techy stuff, TechCity also focuses its activities on Business and a little bit of entertainment. Their website is wonderfully built and they possess a lot of skilled personnel in their grasp, always ready to provide you with the best content around.

4. Digital Barker
Established: 2018
Global Rank: #323,019
Nigeria Rank: #2,540

Their bio reads “Daily News about everything tech” and believe me that’s true. If you need to follow up with everything tech in relation to Nigeria and Africa, then Digital Barker is the platform for you. Aside from news, they also provide good articles and exciting editorials.

5. Miss Techy
Established: 2015
Global Rank: #526,041
Nigeria Rank: #4,277

Yes, women also use Technology and women also love it! That’s one unique thing that Miss Techy stands for. This platform provides a variety of Tech-related content from news to reviews on the latest tech devices. Their YouTube channel provides unboxing of phones and comparison of specs.

6. Don Caprio
Established: 2014
Global Rank: #256,118
Nigeria Rank: #2,789

Do It Yourself! They’re pretty amazing, and Don Caprio provides a ton of them, magnificent how-to’s relating to both mobile phones and computers. They also specialise in gaming and are a fantastic site to basically fix your device problems, or prevent them.

7. Techlector
Established: 2015
Global Rank: #87,427
Nigeria Rank: #898

TecHLecToR! A fantastic platform dedicated to bringing you tech-related news. They also focus on reviews of tech devices including game consoles. One of their major uniqueness is that they provide the best and most favourable shops for cheap and easy purchases of technology. Great!

8. Technext
Established: 2017
Global Rank: #119,243
Nigeria Rank: #729

TechNext is a tech site with its major focus on the Nigerian tech hemisphere although they touch a bit around other African countries. They provide news and reviews on technology and innovations in the country.

9. NaijaAndroidArena
Established: 2017
Global Rank: #458,231
Nigeria Rank: #7,377

As the name suggests, this site is majorly focused on Android phones. They provide the latest news and release in the Nigerian Android market and give the hands-on review, unboxing, specifications and comparison of the latest and waviest Android devices around. They also provide tips on better Android phone usage and helpful apps. If you’re an Android user, this site should be bookmarked.

10. Techsng
Established: 2014
Global Rank: #404,235
Nigeria Rank: #14,383

Looking for an easy-to-use site that covers virtually everything related to technology? Then TechsNG is there for you. This side provides the audience with the latest news and also tips and tricks that help you glide through your tech-related problems. Created in 2011, the site is mainly focused on Smartphones of all kinds but also have huge marks on other gadgets. Check it out.

*Ranking data from alexa.com

Podcasts are becoming more popular around the world and in Nigeria too, so popular that there’s an argument that podcasts could kill radio in the nearest future.

While that’s still up for debate, podcasts hold a lot of advantages over radio including being able to pick the shows you want when you want them.

For the tech lovers out there, we’ve compiled a list of our favourite Nigerian tech podcasts and will be sharing them with you. In no particular order, they are;

Top 5 Tech Podcasts in Nigeria

1. Talk Tech Nigeria
Hosted by Femi Greaterheights, Talk Tech Nigeria is a radio show converted to podcasts.

The Podcast mostly covers technology and how they affect the users positively and sometimes negatively. It also features product reviews and tech tips.

The length of each episode varies between less than ten minutes to close to an hour. It is available on Google Podcasts as well as Itunes.

2. Code Clan Nigeria
Code Clan Nigeria Podcast is a community-based podcast where guests talk about topics in technology and software development.

The podcast which is hosted by Ajiboye Temitope has each episode approximately 13 minutes long and is available on Google Podcast as well as Itunes.

3. Made in Nigeria Tech
Hosted by AceKYD and Silm, the Made in Nigeria Tech podcast covers the Nigerian tech scene.

The hosts bring on guests from tech startups around Nigeria to interview them and discuss the latest happenings and trends in the tech world.

Each episode is between 5 to 30 minutes long. The podcast is available on Google Podcast.

4. Building the Future with Dotun
Building the future podcast hosted by Dotun Olowoporoku is more for the tech entrepreneurs out there. Dotun has one on one interviews with both new and successful tech entrepreneurs as they share the challenges they face building a business in the Nigerian space.

Some episodes on the show last as long as 2 hours, so you better have your popcorn handy. You can find Building the Future podcast on Google Podcasts and Itunes.

5. Everything Digital Africa
Everything Digital Africa Podcast is hosted by Faith History (not sure if that’s her real name, but if it is, that’s an awesome name!). The show, as its name reveals covers everything digital. From social media to technology and even the business side of tech.

This podcast is available on Google Podcasts and Itunes.

More at https://digitalbarker.com/2019/09/top-5-tech-podcasts-in-nigeria.html

Here are the Latest Tech Jobs In Nigeria

- Program Coordinator @ Andela

- Digital Communications Manager @ Civic Innovation Lab

- Senior Application Developer @ KPMG

- Full Stack Java Developer @ Buffer Media

- Digital Marketing Intern @ Buffer Media

Apply now at https://digitalbarker.com/jobs

So, I was in the kitchen warming up my food in the microwave while using my phone, and a crazy idea popped in my head. I became curious, “what will happen if I microwaved my phone for a few minutes?”

Will it explode? Will I set my house on fire? Will nothing happen? All those questions were running through my mind and then I decided to find out for sure.

Continue Reading https://digitalbarker.com/2019/07/what-happens-if-you-microwave-your-phone-youll-be-surprised.html

We are looking to hire a tech news writer.

Requirement;
-Must have experience in tech news writing
-Must be familiar with WordPress

What you'll do
-Write and publish original tech-related news (no plagiarism allowed)
-Respond to comments from readers

Selected candidates will be contacted with more info.

To apply, kindly send your application to digitalbarkerng[at]gmail.com. Make sure you include links to your previous work. Application deadline is 31st July 2019.

Paystack’s mission is to accelerate digital commerce across Africa. We do this in partnership with our customers, who represent some of the most forward-thinking organizations on the continent. To do this, we’re rewriting much of the fundamental infrastructure that underpins how trade happens.

While we’ve had significant early success, it’s still very much day 1 at Paystack. We have a thrilling amount of opportunity ahead of us to quite literally transform how commerce happens across the continent. And we need your help.

Currently open positions;

Content Marketer

Customer Support Representative

Customer Support Representative (French)

Finance Analyst

Media Associate

Product Operations Associate

Product Specialist

Product Specialist (Mandarin)

Technical Product Specialist

Technical Product Specialist (French)

Find out how to apply here https://digitalbarker.com/employer/paystack

More Tech Jobs in Nigeria

Female-focused media company, She Leads Africa is hiring for various positions for their operations in Lagos and Johannesburg.

Open roles include;
VP Sales & Partnerships
VP Finance
VP Growth Marketing
VP Content
UI/UX Designer
Masterclass Producer
Instagram Associate
Finance Associate (payments)
Video Lead
Graphic Design and Web Development

Follow the link to find out more and how to apply https://digitalbarker.com/employer/she-leads-africa

Startups in Nigeria are always faced with the task of sourcing for funds to establish their businesses. However, with a good business idea, you can quickly raise funds as a startup in Nigeria.

To some people, the lack of funds is just another excuse for not becoming entrepreneurs.

Undoubtedly, most startups in the country require funds to thrive. There are many ways startups can raise funds as highlighted below.

6 ways to fund your Startup in Nigeria

1. Cooperative Society
Startups in Nigeria are leveraging on cooperative societies to get funds for their businesses. Most often times, the cooperative societies would do a background check on the startup to be sure it is trustworthy.

Funds of this nature come with interest and you pay back as agreed under the terms and condition.


Read full article here:
https://digitalbarker.com/2019/05/6-ways-to-get-funding-for-your-startup-in-nigeria.html