Omobola Johnson

African VC is still a “man’s world” and suffers for it

The quality of the sector's investments and ability to make a greater impact suffer as a result.
Staff Writer
2:20
Aug 14, 2019

e-Logistics start-up moves quickly to disrupt in Africa

Kobo360 secures US$30-million funding to support expansion plans, develop tech offering and continue to scale the business.
2:30
Jul 14, 2017

Internet groups lobby Nigeria's NCC for net neutrality

Submissions in support of an open internet aim to bring 96 million Nigerians online.
3:10
Sep 13, 2016

Africa's women and girls stake their claim in digital future

First annual continental summit organised to help bridge digital gender gap.
2:50
Aug 1, 2016

Mobile tech industry stakeholders must unite say experts

Partnerships within Africa's mobile industry are critical in efforts to address connectivity and socio-economic challenges.
2:50
Nov 20, 2015

A4AI's Nigeria Coalition to discuss broadband challenges

West African country's former ICT minister to attend Affordable Internet Coalition Meeting in Lagos.
8:10
Sep 10, 2015

Exclusive interview: Dr Omobola Johnson on A4AI, Nigeria's ICT space

Recently appointed honorary chairperson of the Alliance for Affordable Internet (A4AI) speaks about the role of the Net, the West African country's ICT market, challenges and opportunities.
2:30
Apr 16, 2015

Will Nigeria's IT growth continue under Buhari?

Tech stakeholders chart course for West African country's incoming president.
1:10
Apr 8, 2015

Nigeria approves four fiber optic cable landing points

Additional landing points to support rollout and penetration of high capacity internet bandwidth.
2:00
Mar 11, 2015

'Nigeria needs about $4bn to improve broadband penetration'

Communication technology minister outlines country's financial challenge in making broadband internet accessible.
1:30
Jan 16, 2015

MainOne opens $25mn data centre

The facility is ready for business for enterprises and governments in West Africa.
1:30
Dec 23, 2014

Nigeria flexes IT muscle at ITU event

Nigerian delegation attends ITU Telecom World 2014 and reiterates the country's position as a strong investment destination.