9 d. ago Nigerian, Kenyan, Rwandan Startups Dominate Google’s Africa AI Accelerator Class 9

Google has unveiled the 15 startups selected for the ninth cohort of its Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa program, with a strong showing from Nigeria, Kenya and Rwanda. These three countries account for the majority of the cohort, showcasing the vibrancy and innovative potential of East and West Africa in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) space. […]

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1 week ago Addressing crime and insecurity: A prerequisite for accelerated GDP growth in Africa

As Africa strives to unlock its immense economic potential, one critical barrier continues to undermine growth across the continent: insecurity. read more Addressing crime and insecurity: A prerequisite for accelerated GDP growth in Africa

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2 w. ago WAES: Experts make case for more equity investments to grow trade

…Seek more emphasis on local sources of finance, as against foreign capital As Africa accelerates efforts to deepen intra-continental trade read more WAES: Experts make case for more equity investments to grow trade

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2 w. ago Energy Crisis: ‘Africa Must Stop Relying On Developed Countries To Grow Domestic Oil & Gas Sector’

In a renewed call to tackle the continent’s energy crisis, stakeholders have urged African governments to stop relying on developed countries for the development of local oil and gas industries, saying this will accelerate energy transition and economic independence across Africa. This message was central to discussions at the 2nd Africa Gas Innovation Summit (AGIS), […]

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4 w. ago VIDEO: Our daughters are all marrying Nigerian men — Kenyan President laments

Tribune Online VIDEO: Our daughters are all marrying Nigerian men — Kenyan President laments “We need to balance this scale because at this rate, we are going to have a brain drain.” VIDEO: Our daughters are all marrying Nigerian men — Kenyan President laments Tribune Online

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last month Bill Gates sees Africa’s health achievement surpassing past progress

American philanthropist, Bill Gates, says innovation and growth achieved from past success will accelerate Africa’s health targets to save more read more Bill Gates sees Africa’s health achievement surpassing past progress

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