Rilwan Lawal is enhancing the lives of gig workers. Growing up in Lagos, Nigeria, since the age of 1, the entrepreneur and founder was accustomed to self-starters. Both his mother and father were entrepreneurs who owned several businesses. “I don’t…
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Rilwan Lawal is enhancing the lives of gig workers. Growing up in Lagos, Nigeria, since the age of 1, the entrepreneur and founder was accustomed to self-starters. Both his mother and father were entrepreneurs who owned several businesses. “I don’t…
As previously reported by AFROTECH, Byron Allen is looking to purchase Paramount Global’s remaining shares for $14.3 billion. In addition, if his offer is accepted, Allen Media Group would also take up Paramount’s debt, which is an estimated $15 billion.…
Sony is betting big on Africa’s video game industry. According to a press release, Carry1st — an African game publisher and digital commerce platform established in 2018 by Cordel Robbin-Coker, Lucy Hoffman, and Tinotenda Mundangepfupfu — has scored a financial…
Founded in 2023 and inspired by Dr. Kara-Newton’s experience with undiagnosed preeclampsia during the birth of her son, Aster is a platform focused on offering safe and simple maternal health care. This means providing clear communication, easy access, and trusted…
In an announcement on Ring’s website on Jan. 24, Eric Kuhn, general manager of subscriptions and software for Neighbors, revealed that the company was sunsetting its “Request for Assistance (RFA)” tool. Introduced in 2021, The “Request for Assistance” feature enabled…
According to a press release shared with AFROTECH, Pensole Lewis (PLC Detroit) — the first and only HBCU in Michigan — and sneaker trading platform Tradeblock have teamed up for a funding campaign to benefit aspiring designers. Launching in February…
Written by: Carolynne Mims Christoff In a world where professional landscapes are ever-evolving, the pursuit of continuous learning has become more than just a choice; it’s a strategic move. For Black professionals navigating their career paths, staying ahead of the…
Accompanied by Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chairman Steven Horsford and Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Isabel Guzman, the vice president announced the news during a visit to the Black-owned culinary nonprofit, The Chef Jeff Project, in Las Vegas, NV. During…
Universal Music Group (UMG) may be pulling its music from TikTok. In an open letter, UMG listed several grievances that may cause the music company to severe its partnership with the rapidly growing platform. It credits some of TikTok’s success…
In the fast-paced world of technology, where innovation is a driving force for change, ServiceNow emerges as a beacon of leadership. Vanessa Smith, President of ServiceNow, shares her insights into her journey and the organization’s commitment to making a positive…
Not all hope was lost for Sydney Newton, who was laid off from her job during the height of COVID-19. The Afro reports Newton had previously worked as a server at The Capital Grille in Baltimore, MD. To occupy her…
Kimberly Moore is embracing young girls in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Moore is the founder of KDM Engineering located in Chicago, IL’s West Jackson Boulevard neighborhood. The venture is described as an engineering consulting firm aimed at primary…
