21 h. ago Iran says it plans to ‘give a harsh response’ to Israeli attack

Israel declared a state of emergency in anticipation of retaliatory missile and drone strikes.

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3 d. ago SAP’s Timo Elliott: AI Must Stand for More Than Artificial Intelligence

AI is no longer just a buzzword – it’s driving the next wave of transformation, says Timo Elliott, vice president and global innovation evangelist at SAP. Speaking at Saphila Transcend, Elliott likened AI to previous tech waves like the PC and Internet, warning that without preparation, “the wave can come crashing down.” The biggest challenge? [...]

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4 d. ago Ghana’s Digital Ministry, Parliament Align on 2025 Tech Agenda and New Laws

Ghana’s Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations (MoCDTI) has begun a two-day strategic workshop with Parliament’s Select Committee on Information and Communications to align on the Ministry’s 2025 programs and policy priorities. The meeting includes key agencies such as the National Communications Authority (NCA), Cyber Security Authority (CSA), Ghana Post, and the Ghana Meteorological [...]

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4 d. ago Ethiopia’s PM Urges Africa to Build Homegrown AI for Inclusive Growth

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has urged African nations to develop homegrown artificial intelligence, warning that relying on foreign-built tools could deepen inequality. Speaking at the Ethiopian Technology Expo, Ahmed said Africa must “become innovators and owners of our future,” stressing the need for AI systems built to address the continent’s specific challenges. “Africa must [...]

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4 d. ago Meta Opens Applications for 2025 Llama Impact Accelerator in Africa

Applications are now open for the 2025 Llama Impact Accelerator, an AI-focused program supporting startups in Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, and Senegal. The initiative aims to help founders build scalable, locally relevant solutions using Meta’s open-source Llama language models. The 8-month program includes a 6-week intensive accelerator and six months of post-program support. Startups working [...]

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6 d. ago AI in African Elections: Kenya and Nigeria Weigh Innovation Against Trust

As Africa’s major democracies explore the use of artificial intelligence in elections, both optimism and caution are shaping the conversation. Kenya, with general elections due in two years, is taking early steps. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has been consulting stakeholders on the role of AI, social media, and digital platforms in election [...]

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6 d. ago Ghana, UAE Ink $1B Deal to Launch Africa’s Largest Innovation and AI Hub

Ghana and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have signed a $1 billion memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish the Ghana-UAE Innovations and Technology Hub – an ambitious project aimed at accelerating Ghana’s digital transformation and solidifying its status as a regional leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging tech. The agreement was signed by Ghana’s [...]

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6 d. ago Nigeria, Gates Foundation Launch AI Scaling Hub to Advance Health, Education, and Agriculture

The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy and the Gates Foundation have launched the Nigeria Artificial Intelligence (AI) Scaling Hub, a major initiative to accelerate the responsible growth of AI solutions across key sectors like health, agriculture, and education. Announced during an MOU signing ceremony in Abuja, the AI Scaling Hub aims to [...]

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6 d. ago Nigeria Launches AgriConnect to Digitally Empower Farmers with AI and Connectivity

The Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani, has launched the AgriConnect Initiative – an ambitious program to digitally empower Nigerian farmers through AI, smart devices, and real-time access to agronomic data. Unveiled at the Cultural Centre Complex in Ogun State, the pilot is a collaboration between the Ministry, Huawei Technologies, [...]

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6 d. ago Lattice CEO Sarah Franklin: AI Should Serve People, Not Replace Them

For Sarah Franklin, CEO of $3 billion employee performance platform Lattice, the word “balance” is key – especially as companies adopt AI. Speaking at SXSW London and in a follow-up interview with TechCrunch, Franklin emphasized the need to blend AI innovation with a people-first mindset. “We put people first,” she said, noting that while Lattice [...]

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8 d. ago Kenya to Launch Nationwide AI Training for Public Servants in July 2025

In a major move to modernize public service, Kenya will roll out a nationwide artificial intelligence (AI) training program for government workers starting July 2025. The initiative, led by the State Departments for Public Service and ICT & Digital Economy in partnership with the Kenya School of Government (KSG), aims to boost innovation, improve service [...]

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8 d. ago NCC Moves to Bolster Cybersecurity With New National Framework

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has launched efforts to develop a comprehensive cybersecurity framework aimed at safeguarding the country’s critical communications infrastructure. Announced as part of its wider push to enhance national digital resilience, the NCC said the new framework will set clear guidelines, enforce best practices, and encourage collaboration across government agencies, private companies, [...]

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9 d. ago Nigeria, UNICEF Partner to Equip 20 Million Youth with Digital Skills by 2030

Nigeria’s Federal Government has reaffirmed its goal to train 20 million young people in digital skills by 2030, in partnership with UNICEF, as part of a renewed drive to boost innovation and tackle youth unemployment. Vice President Kashim Shettima made the announcement during a meeting with senior UNICEF officials at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. [...]

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1 week ago Qualcomm Shortlists 10 African Startups for 2025 ‘Make in Africa’ Mentorship Program

Qualcomm has named 10 startups for its 2025 Make in Africa mentorship program, part of its Qualcomm Africa Innovation Platform. The equity-free program, now in its third year, supports early-stage deep-tech startups applying 5G, AI/ML, IoT, and edge technologies to build scalable solutions across sectors. This year, Qualcomm received 435 applications from 19 countries. The [...]

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1 week ago KZN police commended for ‘decisive response’ in Olorato Mongale case

Philangenkosi Makhanya, believed to be the main suspect, was killed in a police shootout yesterday.

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1 week ago Bildup AI Launches NGN500M ‘AI in Every Classroom’ Initiative in Nigeria

Nigerian edtech company Bildup AI has launched a new initiative, “AI in Every Classroom,” aimed at integrating artificial intelligence tools into schools nationwide. The program will be backed by a NGN500 million investment over the next 12 months. Billed as a step toward more personalized and equitable education, the initiative targets underserved communities and seeks [...]

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2 w. ago Flood death toll rises to 117 in Nigeria’s Niger state: Official

Nigeria is prone to flooding during the rainy season, which began in April.

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2 w. ago Nigeria detains soldiers/police in alleged weapons sale to groups

Local media reported that 18 soldiers, 15 policemen and eight civilians were taken into custody.

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2 w. ago CloudZA Leads the Way in Making Generative AI Work for Africa

South African cloud consultancy CloudZA is putting generative AI to work for Africa, offering locally tailored solutions that boost productivity, efficiency and inclusion. “GenAI isn’t just a tech leap — it’s a chance for Africa to leapfrog legacy systems,” said CEO Jonathan Oaker. “We’re not replacing people; we’re empowering them.” CloudZA’s innovations include a Statement [...]

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2 w. ago Airtel Nigeria Flags 9.6 Million Spam Messages with New AI System

Airtel Nigeria says its new AI-powered Spam Alert Service has identified more than 9.6 million potential spam messages since its launch on March 13. Between March 13 and May 20, the service flagged 528,080 on-net (Airtel-to-Airtel) SMS and 9,138,928 off-net messages from other networks as suspected spam. The system analyzes traffic patterns to detect suspicious [...]

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