LAGOS, Nigeria — The intensifying heat wave across Nigeria is not just a public health concern but is also catalyzing a wave of innovation. Startups are emerging to tackle the challenges posed by soaring temperatures, focusing on crop protection, food preservation, and health support.
The TECA Heat Action Wave program, supported by key organizations including BFA Global, FSD Africa, ClimateWorks Foundation, and the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) Nigeria, is at the forefront of this initiative.
The program has selected ten early — stage ventures to join its first cohort, aiming to develop solutions that enhance resilience to extreme heat. Ofemini Global Limited is one such venture, offering a logistics platform that assists farmers in transporting perishable goods efficiently.
The platform optimizes routing and heat monitoring to reduce spoilage caused by extreme temperatures. Agiletech Operations Consulting Limited provides a hyperlocal early-warning system that delivers climate and heat alerts, helping farmers and entrepreneurs anticipate risks and take preventive action. Other startups include Emplaris, which develops predictive energy and heat-risk intelligence systems for healthcare facilities, and Doorcas Africa, an AI-powered livestock health and co-ownership platform that aids in disease detection and prevention.
Farmxic offers real — time insights for soil and crop diagnostics, while Let-It-Cold provides portable cooling solutions for businesses and households. These ventures, ranging from concepts to minimum viable products, reflect both the urgency of the problem and the nascent stage of solutions in this emerging space. Their geographic spread across Lagos, Kaduna, and Edo States highlights the growing innovation ecosystem in Nigeria.
The success of these ventures will largely depend on their scalability and the support they receive from local and international stakeholders.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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