Zainab

Zainab

Tech News & Startup Reporter

34 Published Articles
Zainab is SStore’s Tech News & Startup Reporter. She delivers timely, well-sourced coverage of Nigerian startup funding, product launches, policy changes, and ecosystem trends. Her fast-paced reporting and exclusive founder interviews keep SStore readers ahead of the curve in the African tech startup space.

Latest from Zainab

India's Youth Speak Up: A Lesson for Nigeria?
World

India's Youth Speak Up: A Lesson for Nigeria?

India's Education Minister resigned after massive youth protests, sparked by a 'cockroach' insult. This event highlights global youth struggles with unemploymen

Jul 27, 2026
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Quiet Heroes: DSS Saves Oyo Abductees Without Bullets
News

Quiet Heroes: DSS Saves Oyo Abductees Without Bullets

A former Chief of Defence Staff reveals the DSS's quiet, intelligence-led operation secured the release of 46 abducted Oyo teachers and pupils, highlighting the

Jul 20, 2026
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Are We Safe? Nigerians Turn to Alarms for Help
World

Are We Safe? Nigerians Turn to Alarms for Help

A seasoned Nigerian journalist examines the rising tide of insecurity, its impact on daily life, and how personal safety alarms are becoming a necessity for you

Jul 16, 2026
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Killarney Murder: A Mirror to Our Own Struggles Abroad
World

Killarney Murder: A Mirror to Our Own Struggles Abroad

A Nigerian journalistic perspective on the Killarney murder, exploring its local impact, youth migration, governance, and justice across borders.

Jul 13, 2026
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Soyinka Steps In: Author Gets N10m Help for Surgery
news

Soyinka Steps In: Author Gets N10m Help for Surgery

Nigerian author Onyeka Nwelue reveals how Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka paid off his N10 million knee surgery debt, highlighting Nigeria's crippling healthcare co

Jul 13, 2026
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Nigeria's Big Oil Hope: Will It Help You?
Politics

Nigeria's Big Oil Hope: Will It Help You?

Nigeria is planning a big 2026 oil licensing round, but will new oil money truly help everyday Nigerians? This article explores the local impacts, daily struggl

Jul 11, 2026
6 min read • •
FG Wants 80 Million Students' Details: What It Means For You
Politics

FG Wants 80 Million Students' Details: What It Means For You

The Federal Government plans to register 80 million Nigerian students into the NIMC database. This article explores the local impacts, daily struggles, and gove

Jul 10, 2026
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Who Pays for Our Leaders?
Politics

Who Pays for Our Leaders?

Jul 2, 2026
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Middle East Firestorm: How It Burns Nigerian Pockets
Politics

Middle East Firestorm: How It Burns Nigerian Pockets

A deep dive into how the US-Iran conflict in the Middle East, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, directly impacts Nigeria's economy, fuel prices, and the

Jun 27, 2026
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Kidnapping Echoes: US Case Highlights Nigeria's Own Security Fears
World

Kidnapping Echoes: US Case Highlights Nigeria's Own Security Fears

An 84-year-old's abduction in the US offers a chilling reflection on Nigeria's persistent security challenges, exploring how governance, daily struggles, and yo

Jun 25, 2026
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Nigerians Say: 'Terrorists Can't Really Change'
Politics

Nigerians Say: 'Terrorists Can't Really Change'

A deep dive into why Nigerians are questioning the government's program to rehabilitate ex-terrorists, highlighting local impacts, daily struggles, and calls fo

Jun 20, 2026
6 min read • •
ADC Tells Tinubu: Accept Your Failures, Nigerians Are Tired of Promises
Politics

ADC Tells Tinubu: Accept Your Failures, Nigerians Are Tired of Promises

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu's administration for unfulfilled promises after three years, highlighting th

Jun 12, 2026
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Talksign's AI Revolution: Nigerian Startup Unveils Real-Time Sign Language Translation, Poised for Global Impact
Nigeria/African Startups, Funding & Business Acquisitions

Talksign's AI Revolution: Nigerian Startup Unveils Real-Time Sign Language Translation, Poised for Global Impact

Nigerian AI startup Talksign is transforming global communication for the deaf community with its new real-time sign language translation models, Palm 1.0 and E

May 24, 2026
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Mac Neo Ignites Budget PC War: Apple's $599 Entry-Level MacBook Challenges Windows, Chromebook Dominance
Hardware & OS World

Mac Neo Ignites Budget PC War: Apple's $599 Entry-Level MacBook Challenges Windows, Chromebook Dominance

As of May 2026, Apple's $599 MacBook Neo is disrupting the budget PC market, challenging Windows on ARM laptops and Chromebooks. Explore the latest market share

May 18, 2026
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Next-Gen Hardware Wars: AI Chips and Quantum Processors Battle for Supremacy in 2026
Electronics, Hardware & Auto Tech

Next-Gen Hardware Wars: AI Chips and Quantum Processors Battle for Supremacy in 2026

Explore the high-stakes 'Next-Gen Hardware Wars' of 2026, as AI chips dominate with NVIDIA leading, and quantum processors achieve breakthroughs with IBM and Go

May 11, 2026
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Africa's Electric Ride: Morocco and Ethiopia Lead a Continental EV Boom That's Got Everyone Talking!
Africa EV & Auto Tech

Africa's Electric Ride: Morocco and Ethiopia Lead a Continental EV Boom That's Got Everyone Talking!

Africa's EV market is exploding in 2026, with Morocco and Ethiopia leading the charge. Discover deep analysis on manufacturing, policy, funding, and the electri

May 8, 2026
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Africa's Funding Paradox: Q1 2026 Sees Equity Plunge 27% as Total Investment Grows
African Startups, Funding & Acquisitions

Africa's Funding Paradox: Q1 2026 Sees Equity Plunge 27% as Total Investment Grows

Q1 2026 African startup funding hit $705M, but equity investments plunged 27% while debt surged. Explore the paradox, market shifts, and future of African tech.

May 5, 2026
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EVTOL Sky Wars: Air Taxis Log Hours, Reshaping Urban Mobility's Future in a High-Stakes Race!
EV & Auto Tech

EVTOL Sky Wars: Air Taxis Log Hours, Reshaping Urban Mobility's Future in a High-Stakes Race!

As of April 2026, EVTOL air taxis are logging critical flight hours and preparing for commercial launches globally. Joby, Archer, Lilium, and Volocopter are spe

Apr 19, 2026
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Diaspora Tech: Brain Drain or Booming Bridges? Silicon Valley's Dance with African Talent in 2026
Global African Tech Diaspora

Diaspora Tech: Brain Drain or Booming Bridges? Silicon Valley's Dance with African Talent in 2026

Explore the complex narrative of African tech talent in April 2026, analyzing whether the 'Japa' phenomenon is a brain drain or a booming bridge to global innov

Apr 19, 2026
6 min read • •
Pokémon Champions Headlines April 2026 Mobile Gaming Lineup Amidst Amazon's Discontinuation of Older Kindle Store Support
Mobile App

Pokémon Champions Headlines April 2026 Mobile Gaming Lineup Amidst Amazon's Discontinuation of Older Kindle Store Support

April 2026 sees Pokémon Champions launching on mobile in June, while Amazon discontinues Kindle Store support for devices from 2012 or earlier, impacting ~3% of

Apr 12, 2026
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INEC Battles Deepfakes & Disinformation: Lies Threaten Nigeria's 2027 Elections!
nigeria 2027 election trendy and campaign, governors, president, youth, unemployement, and more

INEC Battles Deepfakes & Disinformation: Lies Threaten Nigeria's 2027 Elections!

As Nigeria approaches the 2027 elections, INEC warns that misinformation and AI-powered deepfakes are the gravest threat. Discover how Nigerian tech startups ar

Apr 9, 2026
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Nigeria's Looming Crisis: Billions Vanish as Governors Gear Up for 2027 Polls
nigeria 2027 election trendy and campaign, governors, president, youth, unemployement, and more

Nigeria's Looming Crisis: Billions Vanish as Governors Gear Up for 2027 Polls

Investigate Nigeria's escalating corruption crisis in April 2026, as billions are allegedly diverted by governors ahead of the 2027 elections. Deep dive into th

Apr 8, 2026
6 min read • •
Game On! AI's Autobahn Domination Meets Africa's EV Marathon: A 2026 Deep Dive
EV (Electric Vehicles) & Auto Tech (Global & Africa)

Game On! AI's Autobahn Domination Meets Africa's EV Marathon: A 2026 Deep Dive

As of April 2026, AI is revolutionizing smart cars globally with advancements from Tesla, Waymo, and Mercedes-Benz. Meanwhile, African nations like Nigeria, Sou

Apr 7, 2026
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Africa's Funding Tipping Point: Debt Outpaces Equity in Q1 2026 as Startups Pivot to Sustainable Growth
Nigeria/African Startups, Funding & Business Acquisitions

Africa's Funding Tipping Point: Debt Outpaces Equity in Q1 2026 as Startups Pivot to Sustainable Growth

In Q1 2026, African startups saw debt financing overtake equity for the first time, reflecting a mature ecosystem focused on sustainable, less dilutive growth.

Apr 7, 2026
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Africa's Mobile Gaming: The $2.3 Billion Battlefield Where Legends Are Made!
Mobile App Wars, Mobile World, and Gaming

Africa's Mobile Gaming: The $2.3 Billion Battlefield Where Legends Are Made!

Africa's mobile gaming market is exploding, hitting $2.29 billion in 2026! Dive deep into the war for users, from Nigerian esports to Kenyan innovation, and unc

Apr 5, 2026
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Global Economy on a Knife's Edge: Inflationary Pressures Mount Amidst Uneven Growth in Q1 2026
Business

Global Economy on a Knife's Edge: Inflationary Pressures Mount Amidst Uneven Growth in Q1 2026

Global economic outlook March 2026: navigate the tightrope between inflation and growth. Deep analysis of central bank policies, geopolitical risks, AI investme

Mar 28, 2026
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Global Economy at a Crossroads: AI's Soaring Tide Leaves Traditional Sectors Stranded in 2026
Business

Global Economy at a Crossroads: AI's Soaring Tide Leaves Traditional Sectors Stranded in 2026

Global economy in March 2026 shows a stark 'two-speed' reality: massive AI investment drives tech growth while traditional sectors lag. Analysis covers GDP impa

Mar 25, 2026
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Moniepoint Finalizes Orda Acquisition, Reshaping Nigerian Restaurant Tech Landscape
Nigeria/African Startups, Funding & Business Acquisitions

Moniepoint Finalizes Orda Acquisition, Reshaping Nigerian Restaurant Tech Landscape

Moniepoint acquires Orda's Nigerian operations in March 2026 for an undisclosed sum, rebranding it as Moniebook for Restaurants. This intensifies Nigeria's rest

Mar 23, 2026
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The 2027 Hurdle: Corruption and the Death of Opposition
Politics & Governance

The 2027 Hurdle: Corruption and the Death of Opposition

As of March 2026, Nigeria faces its 2027 elections with APC controlling 31 of 36 states, a 142nd rank in the 2025 CPI, and petrol prices over ₦1,000/litre. Citi

Mar 21, 2026
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Speedinvest Secures Anchor Capital for New Inclusive Tech Fund Targeting African Startups
African Tech Startups

Speedinvest Secures Anchor Capital for New Inclusive Tech Fund Targeting African Startups

Explore the definitive deep-dive into African tech in March 2026. Discover how startups are navigating a 'great reset,' moving from hype to sustainable growth a

Mar 18, 2026
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23 Dead, 108 Injured as Suicide Attacks Shatter Maiduguri's Fragile Peace
Politics & Government

23 Dead, 108 Injured as Suicide Attacks Shatter Maiduguri's Fragile Peace

Maiduguri, Nigeria, hit by multiple suicide attacks on March 16, 2026, killing 23 and injuring 108. The blasts at the University Teaching Hospital, Post Office,

Mar 17, 2026
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Africa's Digital Transformation Accelerates as Nations Move from Policy to Action on Digital Public Infrastructure
Business & Ecosystem

Africa's Digital Transformation Accelerates as Nations Move from Policy to Action on Digital Public Infrastructure

Africa's digital transformation is accelerating in March 2026, with nations operationalizing Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) frameworks. Mobile money transa

Mar 16, 2026
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Nigeria's Economy Faces Scrutiny Amidst Rising Poverty and Fuel Price Hikes
Business & Ecosystem

Nigeria's Economy Faces Scrutiny Amidst Rising Poverty and Fuel Price Hikes

Nigeria's economy in March 2026 faces rising poverty (projected 62% for 141 million people) and surging fuel prices (up to N1,300/litre) despite positive GDP gr

Mar 14, 2026
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Africa's Tech Funding Sees $272M Rebound in February 2026, Signaling Renewed Investor Confidence
Funding & Startups

Africa's Tech Funding Sees $272M Rebound in February 2026, Signaling Renewed Investor Confidence

African tech startups secured over $272 million in February 2026, a 56.3% surge from January. Funding was concentrated in 6 startups, with 54% equity and 45% de

Mar 13, 2026
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