In what many industry watchers are calling a landmark moment for digital infrastructure in East Africa, Ethio Telecom and ZTE Corporation have formally agreed on a significant network expansion deal during the 2026 Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona. This…
In a major moment for the global satellite industry this week, European satellite operator Eutelsat has successfully concluded its ambitious €5 billion equity and debt financing initiative. The landmark financing package, finalised in March 2026, brings to a close a multi‑year…
In Abuja today, the education and technology sectors are abuzz with talk about a policy change that has the potential to transform how millions of Nigerian students learn. Nigeria stands at a crossroads where digital access and learning intersect, and…
Africa’s startup ecosystem showed signs of renewed momentum in February 2026 after a slow start to the year, as investment into technology ventures climbed to about $272 million. While the rebound offers a measure of optimism for founders and investors…
Access to higher education in Nigeria has long been shaped by financial realities. For many families, the rising cost of tuition, accommodation, and learning materials often stands between a qualified student and a university degree. However, a recent development at…
In a remarkable display of brilliance and determination, a young Nigerian pupil, Egejurum Onyedikachi, has captured regional attention after emerging as the champion of the 2026 Southeast Primary School Mathematics Olympiad. His victory has not only highlighted exceptional academic talent…
The United Nations Children’s Fund has unveiled a new youth-driven platform aimed at strengthening the voices of young girls across Nigeria. The initiative, known as the Yes Girl Podcast, was introduced as part of activities marking the 2026 International Women’s…
Across many Nigerian classrooms, teachers are quietly navigating a difficult reality. Months after the Federal Government rolled out a new national curriculum intended to reshape learning in schools, many educators say they are still struggling to implement it effectively. The…
Artificial intelligence has quickly become a normal part of student life across universities and colleges around the world. From generating essays to summarising lecture notes, tools powered by generative AI are now helping students complete tasks in minutes that previously…
Nigeria’s battle against illiteracy has taken on renewed urgency as the National Commission for Mass Literacy, Adult and Non-Formal Education pushes deeper into communities where millions of citizens still lack access to basic education. The commission’s leadership says the mission…
The David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences (DUFUHS) in Uburu, Ebonyi State, has officially welcomed 1,044 new students into its academic community during its fifth matriculation ceremony, marking another milestone in the growth of one of Nigeria’s newest specialised…
The global excitement around artificial intelligence has reached a fever pitch. Tech companies are investing billions, governments are racing to regulate it, and businesses everywhere are adopting new tools that promise to transform productivity. Yet according to Nobel Prize-winning economist…
The United Arab Emirates has taken another strategic step in its growing ambition to become a global powerhouse in artificial intelligence, following the integration of SIRB AI into the Technology Innovation Institute. The move, announced in Abu Dhabi, reflects the…
Artificial intelligence is changing the world at a breathtaking pace. From chatbots and translation tools to voice assistants and recommendation systems, AI is now shaping how people work, learn, and communicate. Yet beneath this global technological revolution lies a major…
In a landmark shift that redefines how Nigerian graduates qualify for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), the Federal Government has declared that completion of the Nigeria Education Repository and Data Bank (NERD) verification is now a compulsory step before…