12 h. ago AI, energy shortages, talent retention crisis, threaten Africa’s digital gold rush

…As industry leaders demand urgent infrastructure fixes Africa’s burgeoning digital economy, poised to be a global powerhouse, faces existential threats read more AI, energy shortages, talent retention crisis, threaten Africa’s digital gold rush

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18 h. ago HAGO Africa Launches In Nigeria To Connect Millions To Verified Local Service Providers

  HAGO Africa, a fast-growing digital marketplace for services, has officially launched operations in Nigeria, making it easier, safer, and faster for customers to find trusted service providers, from everyday artisans to top-tier professionals.   The platform connects customers to verified vendors in their city, combining location-based search, an escrow payment system, and in-app chat […]

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2 d. ago Africa’s AI future: A pathway to jobs, growth, and the role of private capital

From the discussions at GITEX Nigeria, held earlier this month in Abuja and Lagos, one message was clear: Africa’s digital read more Africa’s AI future: A pathway to jobs, growth, and the role of private capital

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4 d. ago Nigeria’s digital future in focus as Lagos hosts ICT commissioners at GITEX Africa

Lagos State played host to ICT stakeholders recently, when Commissioners for Innovation, Science and Technology and senior state delegates gathered read more Nigeria’s digital future in focus as Lagos hosts ICT commissioners at GITEX Africa

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4 d. ago A Call to Action: Launching the Nigeria multidimensional prosperity index and empowering civil service for a digitally secure future

First Professor of Cybersecurity and Information Technology Management | First African Chartered Manager | UK Digital Journalist | General Evangelist, read more A Call to Action: Launching the Nigeria multidimensional prosperity index and empowering civil service for a digitally secure future

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5 d. ago Digitisation, policy reforms drivers of Africa’s retail growth — FoodCo

Stakeholders in Africa’s retail industry have been advised to prioritise digitisation, skills development, and policy advocacy. These are seen as read more Digitisation, policy reforms drivers of Africa’s retail growth — FoodCo

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5 d. ago NOUN Set To Host Africa’s Biggest Digital Learning Conference

The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) is preparing to host the MoodleMoot Africa 2025 Conference, set to be the largest digital learning event in Africa. The conference will take place from October 8 to 10 in Abuja, with over 24 countries and approximately 400 delegates expected to attend. Professor Olufemi Peters, the Vice Chancellor […]

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7 d. ago Maliyo spotlighted by tech giants for African storytelling in digital games

Apple and Google, two of the world’s biggest tech giants, have turned the spotlight on Maliyo Games, reaffirming the Lagos-based read more Maliyo spotlighted by tech giants for African storytelling in digital games

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1 week ago Africa’s digital future takes centre stage at UNGA sidelines

The African Union has praised the Forward Africa Leaders Symposium (FALS) for spotlighting the continent’s digital transformation at a critical read more Africa’s digital future takes centre stage at UNGA sidelines

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1 week ago MTN’s Mupita warns Africa risks being left behind in digital evolution

MTN Group President and CEO Ralph Mupita has urged African governments to act decisively to close the continent’s digital divide, read more MTN’s Mupita warns Africa risks being left behind in digital evolution

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2 w. ago Africa’s Digital Epicentre: Lagos ignites global tech stage at GITEX 2025

Lagos, the pulsating heart of Africa, recently captivated the global technology community, asserting its position as a powerhouse of innovation read more Africa’s Digital Epicentre: Lagos ignites global tech stage at GITEX 2025

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2 w. ago Mastercard, Smile ID partner to drive digital identity in Africa

Mastercard has deepened its strategic collaboration with Smile ID, a leading African identity verification provider, to accelerate the rollout of read more Mastercard, Smile ID partner to drive digital identity in Africa

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2 w. ago Unstoppable Africa 2025: Africa’s AI ambitions, digital future go global

Major projects and initiatives that are set to position Africa at the heart of global innovation, notably the expansion of read more Unstoppable Africa 2025: Africa’s AI ambitions, digital future go global

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2 w. ago Africa’s digital future in focus as New Media Conference turns 10

Africa’s fast-evolving digital landscape will take centre stage this week as the New Media Conference (NMC) marks its 10th anniversary read more Africa’s digital future in focus as New Media Conference turns 10

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2 w. ago Google reaffirms commitment to Africa with new subsea cable connectivity hubs, $9m fund and AI tools for students

Tribune Online Google reaffirms commitment to Africa with new subsea cable connectivity hubs, $9m fund and AI tools for students Google today announced a new set of investments in Africa, reaffirming its nearly two-decade commitment to the continent’s digital transformation. The latest commitments focus on empowering Africa’s next generation through AI, unlocking opportunities and expanding on the innovation capacity of young Africans. They cover internet connectivity; youth-led learning and innovation; and skills training. Google is […] Google reaffirms commitment to Africa with new subsea cable connectivity hubs, $9m fund and AI tools for students Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Why I am passionate about inclusion, transforming pain to power for underpreviledged — Adeola Layade

Tribune Online Why I am passionate about inclusion, transforming pain to power for underpreviledged — Adeola Layade Adeola Layade is a tech strategist, media producer and an impact-driven founder of The Azaria HQ and Impact Foundation, committed to building start-ups that bridge digital gaps for African changemakers, also storytelling-centred empowered programmes, with initiatives aiming to provide access to clean water to underpreviledged communities and distribute solar powered radios to amplify hope, education […] Why I am passionate about inclusion, transforming pain to power for underpreviledged — Adeola Layade Tribune Online

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3 w. ago International Energy Agency Says Global Oil Production Running Dry Over Funding Gap

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has stressed a new point, warning of broader energy shortages as spending on new and existing oil and gas projects suffers funding shortfalls. In a report released this week titled ‘The Implications of Oil and Gas Field Decline Rates, ’ the agency reported that, if all spending on new and […]

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3 w. ago Niteon launches Africa’s first manufacturers’ bank to unlock $200bn export market

Niteon, a local digital export marketplace, has unveiled Niteon Capital, Africa’s first neobank built exclusively for African manufacturers. Founded by Nigerian entrepreneurs Tony Nwose and Daniel Chukwuemelie, the US-based startup has already established itself as a key bridge between verified African producers, including agriculture, fabrics, and minerals, and global buyers. With operations spanning the US, […] The post Niteon launches Africa’s first manufacturers’ bank to unlock $200bn export market appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Africa gets first manufacturers’ bank as Niteon targets $200bn export market

Africa’s long-neglected manufacturers may finally have a bank of their own. Niteon, the Nigerian-founded digital export marketplace, has unveiled Niteon read more Africa gets first manufacturers’ bank as Niteon targets $200bn export market

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3 w. ago Sahara Group Advocates Inclusive Digital Learning, Energy Security Across Africa

It noted that the continent’s development is inextricably linked to its ability to equip its population with 21st-century skills. The post Sahara Group Advocates Inclusive Digital Learning, Energy Security Across Africa appeared first on Channels Television.

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