Africa’s most prominent technology distribution company, TD Africa, has teamed up with Cisco on its first month-long training programme to help close the skills gap in the continent’s tech industry. The first-ever programme in the TD Academy training series, the program’s objective was to equip young brains with professional exposure and technical abilities. Read also: […]

Since the COVID-19 epidemic lockdowns ended and evidence of how technology supports learning was made public, investor interest in African education technology, or edtech, has decreased. However, there’s a case for continuing to emphasise technology and education in a continent overflowing with youth. This is the idea behind the Monday-starting Mastercard Foundation Edtech conference in […]

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) of the Federal Government has declared its intention to create research centres for innovative technologies in each of the six geopolitical zones of the nation, including blockchain, Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence (AI). This was revealed on Tuesday by NITDA Director-General Kashifu Inuwa during his keynote […]

Concerns are mounting over the alarming rise in online child abuse across Africa, posing significant threats to future generations and the continent as a whole. This pressing issue was highlighted during the two day National Consultation of Sexual Exploitation of Children in Nigeria, organised by the Women’s Consortium of Nigeria (WOCON) in partnership with ECPAT […]

Kenya is now leading the world in short video consumption, according to a recent poll by the Reuters Institute’s 2024 Digital News Report. An impressive 94% of Kenyans watch short videos weekly, leaving even the United States in the dust at 60%. Short-form videos, typically 5-90 seconds, are the preferred format on platforms like Instagram, […]

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Ghana (SEC) and the UN Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) have jointly launched comprehensive guidelines for equity crowdfunding in Ghana.  Developed with the support of Lelapa African FinTech Advisory and in collaboration with key stakeholders, these guidelines aim to harness crowdfunding as a viable financing option for Micro, Small, and […]

Today’s networking event marked the formal launch of IT-IQ, a leading technology solutions and services provider, in Zambia. This represents It-IQ’s growth from its base in Gaborone, Botswana, where, since its founding in 1999, they have been at the forefront of technical innovation. The launch event, held in partnership with Ruckus Networks, showcased IT-IQ’s comprehensive […]

AUATON, made up of drivers, has asked the Lagos State Government to accept its joint agreement that calls for ride-hailing businesses to be regulated in the State.  In an interview, Kolawole Aina, the South-West zonal head of AUATON, said this. He said that the agreement is meant to enforce rules and look out for the […]

As creative answers to the unique problems facing the continent, companies are sprouting up throughout Africa. These businesses are using technology, entrepreneurship, and local expertise to provide effective solutions that are suited to the requirements of African communities in various sectors, including healthcare, education, healthcare, and agriculture. This article shines a light on some of […]

The Africa Fintech Festival has generated lively discussions on the continent’s future fintech regulations. Pushing for sensible regulation and investigating the idea of “passporting” fintech regulations—a strategy that might greatly accelerate the licencing process for fintech companies operating in many African countries—were two of the event’s main themes. According to industry professionals who spoke at […]

TRí, Watu Credit, and Bolt have partnered for an innovative pilot project with electric Bajajis.  This initiative seamlessly integrates with Bolt’s ride-hailing services, provides accessible financing options, and introduces the E2 electric three-wheelers, marking a significant step toward eco-friendly transportation.  Today marks the beginning of the pilot with 25 electric Bajajis that, for starters, open […]

Kimpact Development Initiative (KDI) has launched ‘Naija Elections’ App to provide up-to-date electoral information during the Nigerian electoral process. ‘Naija Elections’ is a generative AI tool developed by KDI with assistance from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). According to Minister of Youth Development Jamila Ibrahim, artificial intelligence is essential to young people’s […]

The internet has been heated following the viral video of the Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who missed his step and fell as he tried to mount his carriage on Nigeria’s Democracy Day, June 12, 2024, at the Eagle’s Square Abuja. Netizens across social media did not relent in making it an internet sensation. Youths […]