In a historic step toward reshaping the continent’s education landscape, the African Union (AU) has launched a 10-year initiative aimed at transforming education and skills development across Africa. The plan—officially titled the AU Decade of Accelerated Action for the Transformation…
In an age where artificial intelligence (AI) and digital tools are rapidly transforming how we learn, work, and relate, one key truth holds strong: technology alone does not revolutionise education. It’s the teachers—motivated, skilled, and supported—who make the difference. As…
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) have renewed their resolve to tighten oversight and enforcement of IT project clearances across the federal public sector in Nigeria. In a…
In a decisive step towards brighter nights and safer streets, two Chinese construction giants have formally broken ground on the ambitious Light Up Abuja solar streetlighting project. The launch took place on 2 October 2025, with officials, residents, and stakeholders…
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETfund) has formally set aside N7.4 billion for major infrastructural upgrades at the Akwa Ibom State College of Education, Afaha Nsit, located in Nsit Ibom Local Government Area. The announcement came during the commissioning of…
In a strategic push to attract Nigerian students, the University of Education, Winneba (UEW) in Ghana has formally kicked off an intensive enrolment drive in Nigeria beginning Saturday, October 4, 2025. The campaign, running through October 18, is aimed at…
In 2025, artificial intelligence has officially become the heart of global venture capital activity. With AI startups attracting an astonishing $192.7 billion so far this year — more than half of all global VC investments — the technology is not…
In a bold statement that is resonating through education circles across Africa, strategy consultant and EdTech pioneer Meron Tessaw is challenging conventional wisdom: to truly uplift learning, the continent must stop treating education as merely a noble cause and start…
A quiet but determined transformation is unfolding in Cross River State’s education sector. Guided by Governor Prince Bassey Otu and driven by the dedication of Professor Stephen Odey, Commissioner for Education, the state is redefining how learning, leadership, and reform…
In a welcome development for African education leaders and change-makers, Princeton in Africa (PiAf) has officially opened applications for its Nexus Fellowship for the 2026–27 cohort. This initiative, launched a few years back, aims to bridge educational and professional divides…
Nigeria’s digital economy has once again been placed firmly in the spotlight as tech entrepreneur and investor Sudeep Ramnani reaffirmed his commitment to supporting innovation in the country. His renewed interest comes at a time when Nigeria is striving to…
On October 4, 2025, Paris will officially add a new landmark to its vibrant cultural map — the House of African Worlds, known in French as Maison des Mondes Africains (MansA). Nestled in the 10th arrondissement, close to Canal Saint-Martin,…
In a bold move to capacitate Africa’s budding tech talent, WorldQuant University (WQU) and Sazience Technology have announced the launch of a new joint academy aimed at training Africans in applied artificial intelligence (AI) and data science. The “Sazience &…
Nigeria stands today amid a formidable educational reckoning. On one side lies a legacy of decline — staggering figures, crumbling infrastructure, inadequate funding, unsafe learning environments, and recurring governance lapses. On the other hand, scattered but inspiring experiments in reform…
Great Ejekwu, popularly known as DatFairBoy, is proving that leadership in Nigeria today must go beyond rhetoric. Known for his humanitarian work through the Respect Her Haven Foundation (RHHF), Ejekwu has now set his sights on technology and youth empowerment.…