When a US payroll company launched a team of AI "HR teammates" in July 2026, it didn't obviously sound like a Nigerian story. Netchex's Mesh, six named HR agents that chase timecards, file leave, and flag compliance gaps before anyone asks, was built for American restaurants, hotels, and dealerships. But look past the flags and the product fits Lagos as neatly as it fits Louisiana. The businesses Mesh targets are lean operations where most staff never sit at a desk, and one overworked admin runs payroll, scheduling, and onboarding, which describes a huge share of the African economy. And while...

Parallels Desktop 27 is here, but for many Mac users, the biggest news isn't a new feature; it's a line that's finally been drawn. Version 27 runs exclusively on Apple Silicon Macs. If your Mac still has an Intel processor, you can't upgrade to it. That change doesn't stand alone. It arrives in the same season as macOS 27 "Golden Gate," Apple's first desktop release that completely leaves Intel Macs behind. Together, the two mark the effective end of the Intel Mac era. Here's exactly what that means if you rely on your Mac to run Windows and what you...

Want to know how to top up PUBG Mobile UC quickly, safely, and at the best possible price? You're in the right place. UC (Unknown Cash) is what stands between you and the Royale Pass, that limited-edition outfit, or the crate you've been eyeing all season, and in 2026, there are more ways than ever to buy it. This step-by-step guide covers every method, with a special focus on what works best for players in Nigeria and across Africa. Quick answer: You can top up PUBG Mobile UC in two ways: directly through the in-game store (using Google Play or...

Cloudflare has launched Cloudflare OS, an open-source artificial intelligence workspace designed to help employees use AI agents, automate repetitive tasks, access authorized company data, and build internal applications from a web browser. Unlike general-purpose AI assistants that know little about an organization’s internal processes, Cloudflare OS is designed around the terminology, systems, policies and working methods of the company deploying it. The platform allows organizations to provide employees with AI tools that understand company context while maintaining centralized security, governance and cost controls. Cloudflare OS is available immediately as open-source software that organizations can deploy inside their own Cloudflare accounts. The...

Cloudflare has launched Cloudflare Wallets, a programmable payment and identity system built specifically for AI agents on what the company calls the "agentic Internet." Announced on August 4, 2026, the product lets AI agents pay for APIs and content on their own, within spending limits that humans set and control. Right now, you can claim a Cloudflare Wallet handle for your account. The handle gives you a unique username for connecting with merchants. The ability to actually set up a wallet and pay for APIs and content is coming soon. Here's what launched, how it works, and why it matters for...

The Federal Government has opened applications for a scheme that lets Nigerians take home a laptop, smartphone or tablet now and pay for it in installments. It is called C.L.I.C.K.D., short for Credit for Laptops, Internet, Connectivity and Knowledge Digital Devices, and the application portal is already live. If you have ever abandoned a remote job application, a data analytics course or a freelance gig because you could not raise a few hundred thousand naira for a laptop upfront, this is the programme aimed squarely at you. This guide walks you through exactly how to apply, who qualifies at this stage,...

Like most mobile networks in Nigeria, Airtel data plan prices increased in early 2025. This means you'll now spend more, on average, to stay online. Our experts have reviewed the latest Airtel Data bundles, and in this article, we will highlight the best Airtel Data Plans for browsing, uploading, downloading, and streaming in 2026. We analyzed all Airtel Data Plans and will highlight the ones that offer the most value. Our research shows that the most cost-effective Airtel data plan right now costs around 15 kobo per Megabyte. Now let’s take a look at our pick for Best Airtel Data Plans...

With MTN data plan prices increasing by as much as 50% last year, many users in Nigeria are now looking for more cost-effective internet packages. We have analyzed all official MTN data plans, and in this article, we share the best MTN Data Plans for browsing and streaming in 2026. MTN completely overhauled its data plans in 2025. They discontinued some of their most generous plans and increased the prices of others. However, if you look closely, some great offers remain. For example, before the 2025 price updates, the minimum price for the most cost-effective plan was ₦100,000, or 10...

With the 2025 price hike of MTN Data Plans, you might be wondering how to get MTN data at cheaper rates. In this article, we will show you how to get the cheapest data plans for the most cost-effective internet access for your home or office on the MTN Network. If you want to know how to get the best data rates for cost-effective browsing, downloads, streaming, and uploads, keep reading because we have the answer inside. Having analyzed dozens of MTN Data Plans we made one important observation. The most cost-effective MTN Data Plans are the Broadband Plans and the...

The Federal Government has opened applications for a scheme that lets Nigerians take home a laptop, smartphone or tablet now and pay for it in installments. It is called C.L.I.C.K.D., short for Credit for Laptops, Internet, Connectivity and Knowledge Digital Devices, and the application portal is already live. If you have ever abandoned a remote job application, a data analytics course or a freelance gig because you could not raise a few hundred thousand naira for a laptop upfront, this is the programme aimed squarely at you. This guide walks you through exactly how to apply, who qualifies at this stage,...

When a US payroll company launched a team of AI "HR teammates" in July 2026, it didn't obviously sound like a Nigerian story. Netchex's Mesh, six named HR agents that chase timecards, file leave, and flag compliance gaps before anyone asks, was built for American restaurants, hotels, and dealerships. But look past the flags and the product fits Lagos as neatly as it fits Louisiana. The businesses Mesh targets are lean operations where most staff never sit at a desk, and one overworked admin runs payroll, scheduling, and onboarding, which describes a huge share of the African economy. And while...

If you are a young Nigerian trying to fund your education, learn a tech skill, land a job, or raise capital for a business, here is something you may not fully realise: the Federal Government currently runs more youth empowerment programmes than at any point in recent memory. Interest-free student loans, free skills training with monthly stipends, ₦1 million startup grants, digital work platforms, and multi-billion-naira entrepreneurship funds are all on the table right now and a surprising number of them go under-subscribed simply because eligible youth never hear about them or assume the process is too complicated. The catch...