In the run-up to Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, the nation’s election technology strategy has taken centre stage with renewed emphasis on digital infrastructure and satellite connectivity as key tools to support electronic transmission of results from polling stations nationwide. Government…
In a demonstration of collaborative vision and shared purpose, the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) and the Voice of Nigeria (VON) have announced a strategic partnership aimed at projecting Nigeria’s tertiary education sector to the rest of the world. This…
In a move that has reverberated across global technology and governance circles, Russia has taken decisive action to block access to Meta-owned WhatsApp, one of the world’s most widely used messaging platforms. The decision has triggered fresh debates in Nigeria…
In many schools around the world, classrooms are now filled with laptops, tablets and learning apps. Promoters of educational technology have for years claimed that such tools make learning easier, more personalised, and more effective. Yet new debate and research…
Nigeria has taken a major step forward in empowering its young people with cutting-edge digital skills with the launch of the Connect NextGen Innovation Hackathon. The Federal Government, working closely with global technology leader Ericsson, has unveiled this flagship programme…
Zambia is writing a bold new chapter in digital innovation with a national programme designed to unlock and elevate the creative potential of young people in technology. The Ministry of Technology and Science has formally launched a partnership with industry…
Cairo, Egypt, is fast becoming a hub for meaningful conversation and training in artificial intelligence governance after a landmark training programme was launched on 10 February 2026. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Egypt, working with the Global System for…
In a significant leap for artificial intelligence innovation, Runway, a New York-based AI video and simulation company, has closed a $315 million Series E funding round that pushes its valuation to about $5.3 billion. The financing marks a major milestone…
Artificial intelligence has been one of the biggest talking points in technology over the past decade. Thought leaders, tech giants, and startups alike have all pushed the narrative that AI will transform industries, enhance productivity, and deliver massive efficiencies. Yet…
On 11 February 2026, the world marked another important milestone in the journey towards equality with the celebration of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2026, hosted by UNESCO at its headquarters in Paris. This annual observance…
In the buzzing halls of global technology, one name has been rising above the rest in recent years. Demis Hassabis, the leader of Google’s artificial intelligence group, is quietly shaping the future of how humans and machines work together. At…
In what industry watchers are describing as one of the most strategic moves in recent years, global technology giant NTT DATA has officially acquired Zero&One, a leading regional cloud services company headquartered in Dubai. The deal, announced on 10 February…
In a bold move that blends technology, creativity and culture, LG Electronics has announced a major addition to its digital art offering on LG Smart TVs. Millions of users will now be able to explore unique digital artworks from Sedition,…
In a significant pivot that could reshape how millions use artificial intelligence tools, OpenAI has begun testing advertisements in its popular ChatGPT platform for users on the Free and Go plans in the United States. The move marks a new…
African tech startups began the year under pressure as funding levels in January 2026 reached $174 million, according to the latest data from the Africa: The Big Deal platform, which tracks disclosed startup deals valued at $100,000 and above. While…