The United Nations Development Programme has officially opened applications for a major new initiative for African education technology startups called Get Ready 4 Timbuktoo EdTech, providing emerging innovators with structured support and developmental opportunities. This online incubation programme aims to…
With just days remaining to the closing date for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) registration, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has confirmed that more than 1.5 million candidates have signed up so far and emphatically stated…
In a significant move to expand learning opportunities and empower teachers across the world, the UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL) joined hands with the Global Alliance for Literacy (GAL) and technology partner Huawei to unveil a new digital skills…
Abuja witnessed a gathering of education stakeholders this week as Nigeria marked the International Day of Education with a focused call to action on the nation’s struggling education system. The message was clear from the outset: the current state of…
In a significant development for digital rights and data governance in the country, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has announced a formal investigation into the Chinese-owned e-commerce platform Temu, amid serious concerns that it may have violated Nigeria’s data…
Nigeria’s data centre sector is emerging as one of the fastest-growing investment landscapes in Africa, with analysts predicting a dramatic surge in value and capacity through to 2031. The latest Nigeria Data Center Market Growth Report 2026-2031 reveals that the…
Global technology giants have come under intense scrutiny following the publication of a new report that challenges long-standing assertions about artificial intelligence and its role in tackling climate change. The analysis, compiled by independent energy experts for environmental advocacy groups,…
Samsung is once again stirring the tech world with a fresh look at what could be a standout innovation in smartphone security. In the days leading up to its much-anticipated Galaxy Unpacked launch on February 25, the company has released…
In an era when Africa’s young and ambitious innovators are capturing global attention, a powerful summit is reshaping how ideas, capital and networks intersect across continents. The 2026 African Diaspora Investment Symposium (ADIS26) set for March 25 to 27 at…
The Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education in Sierra Leone has unveiled the latest development in the build-up to the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination, confirming that a total of 163,997 candidates have been successfully cleared and…
Nigeria’s most ambitious economic target in years, becoming a $1 trillion economy, hinges not only on oil revenues and fiscal reforms but critically on strengthening the nation’s people through better health and education. This is the message that development experts…
In a powerful speech at the World Forum on the Future of Democracy, Artificial Intelligence and Technology and Humankind in Davos on 16 February 2026, the Director‑General of the World Health Organization (WHO) addressed global leaders and experts on the…
Apple has formally invited the press to what it is calling a Special Apple Experience in New York City on March 4, 2026, at 9:00am Eastern Time. This announcement marks one of the early major technology showcases of the year…
In a bold move to improve education for young learners in rural Kenya, Safaricom and the M-Pesa Foundation have launched a major project to construct a modern learning environment at Sango PAG Primary School in Lugari. This initiative represents a…
In a major development for Nigeria’s farming sector, the African Development Bank Group has authorised a $200 million loan to expand agricultural productivity and strengthen food systems across the country. This significant financial backing targets Phase Two of the National…