Global pioneers in technology and digital inclusion, Ericsson and AXIAN Telecom, have teamed up to use the Ericsson Educate platform to digitally upskill African youths in areas like 5G, AI, and the Internet of Things (IoT). According to a statement released on Wednesday, the partnership demonstrates both Groups’ longstanding dedication to digital inclusion with Ericsson’s […]

Vertiv, a leading company in critical digital infrastructure, received two significant awards at the Africa Digital Economy Awards held in Nairobi, Kenya on December 13. The company was recognised as the AI-Ready Infrastructure Solutions Provider of the Year for its new Vertiv™ MegaMod™ CoolChip technology. This technology helps improve cooling efficiency in data centres, which […]

Zinari Fund announced today that it will support Ghanaian female entrepreneurs. The fund raised $8 million in its inaugural close to help regional women-led enterprises. This initiative promotes gender equality and innovation in African entrepreneurship beyond finance. Read also: ECA advocates for technology-driven higher education for Africa’s sustainable development A new era for female entrepreneurs […]

MTN South Africa has opened its cutting-edge Digital Experience Centre in Morningside, Johannesburg. For high-tech, experience-driven retail spaces, the facility establishes a new standard for the nation. “The MTN Digital Experience Centre embodies our commitment to staying ahead of global trends while meeting the evolving needs of our customers,” said Mmenyana Ranku, General Manager: Branded […]

The Jigjiga City Administration and Ethio Telecom on Saturday signed an agreement to carry out the Smart City project, the capital of Ethiopia’s Somali Region sometimes referred to as Somalie or Khatumo. Enormous benefits of the Smart City project  The agreement will improve industries like education, healthcare, agriculture, transportation, and tourism through the construction of […]

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC) announced a partnership yesterday to improve Nigeria’s cultural and creative sectors through digital innovation. This partnership empowers indigenous talent and promotes Nigerian culture worldwide. Read also: NITDA issues warning on Grandoreiro malware Bridging art and technology The partnership will […]

Triggerfish, a prominent animation studio based in Cape Town, has partnered with UNESCO to launch The Creator Labs, an innovative initiative to empower women in African animation.  This programme, launched on December 9, 2024, addresses gender inequities in the industry, contributing $5 billion to Africa’s GDP and employing over 5 million people. Women, particularly women […]

Sonatel, a leading telecommunications company in West Africa, announced on December 6, 2024, its investment in Eyone’s $1 million funding round to digitise medical records. This strategic move reflects Sonatel’s commitment to enhancing healthcare accessibility through technology. Read also: Mastercard, NAT partner to introduce prepaid card in Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire and Benin Investment details Eyone, […]

Visa recently hosted its second Demo Day for the Africa Fintech Accelerator program, bringing together 23 pioneering fintech startups in Cape Town, South Africa. The event provided a platform for these startups to pitch their innovative solutions to an audience of venture capitalists, angel investors, business partners, and ecosystem enablers. Read also: Innovative corporate cards: […]

The Lagos State Government will launch the Eko Digital Skills Initiative 2024, a free one-week program for digital literacy and skill development, through the Ministry of Tertiary Education to empower the youths. The program, scheduled to commence December 2, is part of the government’s plans to equip young people with the essential skills required for […]

At the LEAP Digital Talent Study Camp in Shenzhen, China, 10 Kenyan students recently presented an innovative solution to tackle one of Kenya’s recurring challenges—frequent flooding. Their project, Mafreeco, is a smart system designed to clean drainage systems of garbage and trash, helping to mitigate the risk of flooding in urban areas. The name Mafreeco […]

Wema Bank convened the grand finale of Hackaholics 5.0, on November 27, 2024, a technology competition that aims to empower startups and youth in Africa. This event, entitled “Meta-Idea: DigiTech Solutions for Africa’s Prosperity,” underscored the potential of technology to confront societal challenges and stimulate economic development. Held as a testament to Wema Bank’s commitment […]

The University of Nairobi (UoN), and President William S. Ruto of the Republic of Kenya announced on Monday at State House the launch of Kenya’s Silicon Savannah Innovation Park initiative, which was initiated in partnership with France. The project which is centred at UoN’s Chiromo Campus includes a cutting-edge Engineering and Science Complex (ESC) which […]

Airtel Nigeria has partnered with Mobihealth International to enhance healthcare access across Nigeria, particularly in underserved areas. The collaboration was formalised yesterday at Airtel Nigeria’s headquarters in Lagos, signifying a commitment to overcoming barriers in healthcare delivery. A significant portion of the population faces barriers to accessing quality healthcare—such as long distances to medical facilities, […]

AfriLabs, a pan-African hub network, and NASENI, Nigeria’s National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure, have joined forces to create an innovation lab to help young entrepreneurs and innovators across Nigeria bring new technologies to market and support long-term economic growth. The partnership between AfriLabs and NASENI to launch the NASENI Innovation Hub was announced […]

Kwara state in North-Central Nigeria is emerging as a key player in supporting technological innovation and entrepreneurship. The state government, at the conclusion of the three-day 7th Kwarabuild Tech Conference in Ilorin, the state capital, reaffirmed its dedication to creating a robust tech ecosystem. Damilola Yusuf-Adelodun, The state commissioner for business, innovation, and technology, Yusuf-Adelodun, […]

A young Nigerian-American student, Eniola Shokunbi, has made headlines after receiving a $11.5 million grant to develop a low-cost air filtration system designed to prevent airborne diseases in schools across Connecticut.  Shokunbi’s innovative project, created with the help of classmates and scientists from the University of Connecticut, promises to make learning environments safer and healthier […]

Mohammed Idris, Minister of Information and National Orientation, highlighted the role of digital literacy in combating misinformation and promoting responsible media consumption. Speaking on Friday at the National Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2024 event in Abuja, Mr Idris underscored the need to empower citizens with the requisite digital tools to tackle the spread […]

The third edition of the Africa HealthTech Summit will take place at the Kigali Convention Center from Tuesday, October 29, to Thursday, October 31, 2024.  Organised by Africa CDC and Smart Africa, this year’s summit aims to gather stakeholders, including ministers of health and ICT, national public health institutes, regulators, tech innovators, healthcare professionals, development […]

The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Tertiary Education, is set to launch the second phase of the Digital Capabilities Skills programme for students in state-owned tertiary institutions. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to boost digital literacy and prepare students for the demands of an evolving job market, especially in a world […]