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…
Artificial intelligence is reshaping healthcare around the world. The excitement is real as powerful algorithms start to help with tasks that were once exclusive to humans. But real progress in medicine is not just about clever code. It requires the…
In Abuja recently, the National Space Research and Development Agency, popularly known as NASRDA, teamed up with the civil society group Grassroots Bridge Builders to champion a fresh approach to tackling unemployment among young Nigerians. The message was clear and…
In a bold move to strengthen the financial readiness of Nigerian students, the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has signed a new strategic collaboration with CreditRegistry, Nigeria’s leading credit bureau. The agreement is designed to equip undergraduates with practical financial knowledge…
A new chapter has begun for engineering students at Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), following the signing of a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with United Nigeria Airlines. The event, which drew leaders from both academia and industry, marks a…
Nigeria has taken a bold step forward in driving deeper telecommunications integration across West Africa as cross-border roaming negotiations gather pace. This push is coming at a time when digital connectivity is recognised as a key driver of economic growth…
Nigeria’s ambition to become a leader in digital education has been clear in policy documents and public pronouncements. Federal and state governments have rolled out strategies, frameworks, and pilot projects to modernise schools, expand internet access, and prepare a generation…
In a major development that affects hundreds of thousands of aspiring scholars, South Africa’s National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has released a fresh update on funding outcomes for the 2026 academic year. The sprawling initiative that provides financial support…
Autonomous vehicle innovation has taken a significant leap forward as Pony.ai and Toyota announce the very first mass-produced bZ4X Robotaxis rolling off the production line. This development confirms a fresh chapter in bringing driverless taxi services into a broader commercial…
Zaria, Nigeria is set to host one of the most ambitious scientific gatherings of the year as the Nigerian Society of Physical Sciences (NSPS) joins forces with the Faculty of Physical Sciences at Ahmadu Bello University to stage the 4th…
In Abuja today, a significant debate over Nigeria’s electoral reform erupted between key political figures as the Senate’s handling of the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill 2026 came under intense scrutiny. At the centre of the controversy is the Senate’s decision…
As 2026 unfolds, the dynamics of startup exits in Africa are changing fast. For years, founders on the continent dreamed of selling to global tech giants or listing on stock markets. That aspiration was stronger during the big funding boom…
In a landmark move for educational technology, UK-based school discovery platform doris has unveiled ambitious plans for global expansion, signalling a pivotal shift in how parents and schools engage with digital tools in the international K-12 education sector. After a…
In the midst of a persistent learning crisis, Nigeria is charting a bold course to prepare millions of young people for the world ahead. With about 20.2 million children and youth currently out of school, the country has the largest…