Africa Tech Radio

While some people have a genetic tendency towards depression, others develop it as a result of loneliness and social isolation, bullying, loss, abuse and conflict. Is Social media a catalyst that this generation has to contend with? A study of how social media affects the mental health of young people found that increased participation in social media networks was associated with increased psychol...

Music is an art people preach. Music can be more understood for the words of the heart. No matter what type of music you make, you want it to be good music. You want other people to enjoy listening to your tracks, to hear the message clearly and to not be distracted by a bad recording or weak play. Like a chef with a kitchen full of ingredients, there are beautiful ways to put your masterpiece tog...

Much of the talk about regulation of social media has been linked to misinformation and intentional disinformation. Two major groups have reacted much differently to this. On one hand, politicians, government and regulators who got busy drafting laws and on the other, civic society groups with journalists, who were either busy trying to stem the tide of misinformation or stop the laws by the first...

Cervical Cancer is the second most common cancer in Nigeria and second to breast cancer among its female population. Now, despite the high prevalence of Human Papilloma Virus infections and cervical cancer in Nigeria, most women seem ignorant of the HPV vaccine which researchers have described as "highly effective preventive measure". The target for the vaccine distribution is before a girl or wom...

TV Reality Shows like the Big Brother Naija is perceived to be a short cut to success, fame and fortune but many do not know there’s a lot of work to be done upon the exit  from the “house”. Gloria and Ex BBN Housemate, Seyi Awolowo, engage in an entertaining discussion on what exactly the BBN entails and the experience outside the house.

Websites are famous for being the storefront of businesses in the digital age but there are arguments that not all businesses require a website especially in Africa where social media platforms help small businesses reach their customers. With Africa’s youthful mobile first population and the transition to a more digital community, we ask, DOES YOUR BUSINESS (BIG OR SMALL) NEED A WEBSITE? If you’r...

Skin! Your skin is an important part of your body as it is the first part anyone notices when they meet you. However a lot of ladies have insecurities from skin issues. They do not want to be seen because of skin blemishes and defects. The good news is that these insecurities can be sorted with technology. Dr Emeka Okolo joins Gloria to explain how this can be achieved.

Is there such a thing as a first grade used Laptop? Are used laptops better than brand new Laptops? If you would go for a used laptop, what should you look out for? In this episode, a computer accessory dealer who also works with cameratvboy, Adamu Ibrahim Maigeri, discusses the first set of things that you should look out for when you decide to buy a used laptop.

The rise of Cryptocurrencies have forced many people to rethink the power of disruptive technology to change the widely held perception of money and value stored in digital forms. Discussions are now being held about cryptocurrencies and De-Fi finance systems but little limelight has been given to the underlying technology that has made this disruption possible. If cryptocurrency is something to c...

On Wednesday May 12, 2021, Tesla announced that it would resume accepting bitcoin (and would consider selling more of it) once the process of mining bitcoin “transitions to more sustainable energy”. The company is also “looking at other cryptocurrencies that use less than 1% of Bitcoin’s energy in transactions” We’ve had many arguments on whether bitcoin mining actually saves the environment or ha...

On the 25th of April every year, the world takes a stop to celebrate the World Malaria Day, highlighting the need for continued investment and sustained public commitment for the prevention and control of malaria. "Zero Malaria Starts With Me" was the rallying cry for the World Malaria Day 2021. A health care practitioner and Covid-19 frontline worker, Dr Uju Ugwuibe, joined Gloria to explain that...

It's a not-so widely known disease, Lupus! However, it widely affects a lot of people; an estimated 5 million people worldwide have Lupus. In the past, Lupus was often deadly, but current treatment can relive symptoms and delay the start of complications. We can actually win this battle against Lupus if we know all we need to know about this disease. Gloria is joined by Professor of Medicine and C...

We are in the midst of a plastic crisis. With its vast population, Lagos state generates about 148,000 metric tonnes of plastic waste annually, the highest in the country, and its harmful effects are telling on the environment. Have you been in Lagos when it rains? Most drainages are blocked with polythene and plastics while some of the beaches are littered with the same. How these affect the envi...

Food is one of the basic necessities for living and health. As it remains indispensable, Technology has revolutionized how food is cooked, prepared and even marketed. From production, to sales, marketing and delivery, technology makes feeding and food, easier and simpler. With her yummy banana bread which has been described by many as "The Best Banana Bread" in Lagos, the CEO of Gourmet Twist, an...

Every day, images, sounds and videos go viral, without permission, compensation or even credits given to the original creators of these contents who take effort, time and creativity to piece these contents together. This brings about Intellectual property issues. As digital technology has made it easier to create, replicate and share content on social media spaces, can you be sued for copying some...

Have you ever attended a wedding or birthday party that didn't have a DJ? How did that feel? Not too interesting and fun right? That's to show the indispensable place of a DJ in fun and entertainment. The Veteran Cool DJ Jimmy Jatt joins Gloria in an exciting, insightful and emotional interview as he opens up on his journey in DJing, the challenges, wins and successes of doing all with technology.

A great career, a great relationship and a great home equals a great life. Now focus on the great home, what happens when your home isn’t so great because of poor lighting. Lightings are such an integral part of the home that you cannot do without, hence Technology steps in to make your “great lighting” even greater. With the proper amount of light, your home feels safe, beautiful and more comfort...

An intergovernmental organisation which supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future, The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), recently revealed that renewables are now a lot cheaper and can considerably compete with the cost of other energy sources According to statistics from the World bank, over 625 million people in Africa still lack access to electricity. Af...

Every woman wants a great body and relatively great weight. No woman wants to be referred to as obese or too skiny. This has gotten many worried and thinking of ways to either stay big or stay petite. Women, the choice is yours as Tech has provided multiple ways to solve your weight worries. Dr Esther Adelopo of the Medi-Centre Ikeja, Lagos, joins Gloria in showing you ways Tech can help you solve...

Concerns followed the Federal Government of Nigeria's decision on December 31, 2021 to securitize unclaimed dividends and dormant account balances of up to six (6) years in the country. In the assented 2020 Finance Bill, the management of unclaimed dividends and dormant account balances was captured as part of many other provisions intended by the Federal Government of Nigeria to mitigate Nigeria'...

Mother! A child's hero and this is probably largely due to the amount of time a child spends with the mother right after birth. Where does this then leave the Father? Gloria and Tony have an interesting Live Chat with a mother, an intending father and some working class fathers on Paternity Leave and how much of it fathers should be entitled to it.

In the next century, relationships will be the new currency and not money. The customer service of any brand must be topnotch to get leads and turn these leads into sales and recurring sales. The question then is: how do we wow our customers and win back the lost ones? The formula is simple; listen to Customer Experience Expert Oluchi Okafor divulge the intricacies of attracting and winning your l...

Developing a new idea, creating a website, getting customers and raising funding for your startup are all exciting things which are usually at the top of a Founder’s list but dealing with legal issues will most likely not be in the top five on the list. Sadly, strong legal protection is an imperative in building a start-up as this can keep you from getting investment and expanding later or even cr...

Many say the eye is the window to the soul. But what happens when your vision is affected and your eyes cannot see clearly anymore? To prevent that, Gloria takes on the CEO of Goshen Eye Clinic, Dr Romanus Nwakpa, in an expository conversation on all the ways your sight could be impaired, how tech has come in to help and how to ensure your vision is as clear as the Eagle’s.

The African worker has been faced with lots of challenges in the past and even at the moment, from unpaid salaries, poor working conditions, low minimum wage and so many more. Gloria and Tony take up Adetoun Roberts, the CEO of HR on Wheels, in an engaging and insightful Workers Day interview on the plight of a Nigerian worker and how to make it better.