Johannesburg — In a striking revelation, recent global data show that South Africans now spend nearly half of their waking hours glued to digital devices — a figure that raises both admiration and concern about the role of technology in…
In a bold move signalling its ambition to deepen digital transformation, Nigeria has formally joined the Digital Public Goods Alliance (DPGA) — a global, multi-stakeholder initiative endorsed by the United Nations. This membership gives Nigeria access to powerful open technologies,…
In a decisive move to bolster its infrastructure credentials across Africa, Cassava Technologies has announced the appointment of Marco Gagiano as its new Global Head of Connectivity, effective September 2025. According to official releases, Gagiano will helm Cassava’s entire connectivity…
In Nigeria today, the phrase “smarter classrooms, real results” takes on new urgency as Artificial Intelligence (AI) steps into the heart of our schools. The technology once confined to speculative futurism is rapidly becoming a tool in teachers’ hands and…
In a striking turn within the artificial intelligence (AI) landscape, two leading AI firms — OpenAI and Anthropic — are reportedly exploring the deployment of investor capital to finance potential settlements for massive legal claims. This development, originally revealed by…
In its newly published Nigeria Development Update (NDU), the World Bank calls attention to what many analysts have long hoped: Nigeria is seeing signs of genuine economic resurgence. The report, titled “From Policy to People: Bringing the Reform Gains Home,”…
In a heartfelt reflection that has reignited old debates in the hip-hop world, Lil Wayne has spoken about one of the most painful experiences of his life — a deep sense of betrayal by his longtime friend and protégé, Drake.…
Cape Town — In a moment that many observers say could mark a turning point in African engagement with artificial intelligence (AI), the University of Cape Town (UCT) has officially launched its African Hub for AI Safety, Peace, and Security.…
In a decisive decision on Monday, October 6, 2025, Egypt’s Khaled El Enany was elected by UNESCO’s Executive Board to become the next Director-General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), succeeding France’s Audrey Azoulay. The vote…
Leading the showcase was the Xiaomi 15T, Xiaomi’s bold statement in the high-end segment. Offered in a singular top-tier configuration — 12 GB RAM + 512 GB storage — the device is priced at ₦715,800, reflecting Xiaomi’s confidence in Nigeria’s…
Nigeria’s educational landscape is entering a defining chapter, and at the centre of it all stands the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). With the announcement that the country will host MoodleMoot Africa 2025, NOUN is not only making history…
The House of Reps has announced plans to introduce a legal framework that will regulate cryptocurrency and Point-of-Sale (POS) operations across Nigeria. This development comes amid rising concerns about online fraud, untraceable transactions, and the need to protect citizens engaging…
As the world hurtles deeper into an AI‐driven epoch, Africa finds itself at a pivotal juncture. The promise of transformational growth—across healthcare, education, agriculture, defence, and more—hangs on how adeptly the continent embraces artificial intelligence. Yet the flip side is…
As artificial intelligence continues to transform how the world works, Africa stands at a pivotal point. The continent can either remain a follower—adopting imported frameworks designed for societies unlike its own—or rise to become a global leader by shaping ethical…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has inaugurated an expanded negotiation committee to engage the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU), and other university-based unions in a bid to prevent a…