As Nigeria’s economy fails to meet the needs of its rising youth population, Gen Yers and Zers are looking for ways to thrive in an unstable climate. Ditching traditional paths, many are pursuing their passions in fashion and entertainment and getting politically active to drive change.

The availability and application of ‘smart tech’ may vary significantly from region to region, but there’s no questioning the impact of digital devices and services on wide swathes of society. How exactly are smartphones, streaming platforms, big data, and apps affecting life in Nigeria?

With many Nigerians getting frustrated by Lagos’ bad traffic, the race is on to provide reliable transport across major cities. Embracing mobile-first solutions, GIGM is hoping to make buses the go-to travel option for urbanites through a focus on convenience and accessibility.

The Spedn crypto-wallet gives unbanked Americans a method to pay for goods without cash in stores. The move reflects the normalisation of crypto-currencies, and illustrates people's willingness to adopt new financial systems to solve existing problems.