In a remarkable development for Nigeria’s innovation economy, tech start‑ups across the country and broader African continent have collectively raised $19.7 billion over the past seven years, marking a significant evolution in digital entrepreneurship and investor confidence in the region’s potential.…
In the quiet streets of the Benin Republic, a young boy’s curiosity about technology quietly took root. Achille Arouko, who would go on to become the co‑founder and chief executive officer of Bujeti, first encountered technology not through structured lessons…
Accra, Ghana’s parliament has taken a bold step that will reshape the nation’s financial terrain by passing a new law that legalises the widespread use of cryptocurrency and virtual assets. The move underscores the government’s intent to bring a fast‑expanding…
The rapid rise of artificial intelligence tools in everyday life has dramatically shifted how young people interact with technology. From generative chatbots to AI companions, children and teens are engaging with systems that simply did not exist a few years…
In a renewed push to deepen international academic cooperation and expand tech-focused education for Nigerian students, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria has announced the revival and expansion of its dual degree partnership with China’s Central South University (CSU). The initiative…
In a vibrant showcase of African ingenuity and technological excellence, Qualcomm Technologies Inc has successfully concluded the third year of its Qualcomm Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program, spotlighting the extraordinary rise of tech-led solutions across the continent. The year’s…
In an exciting development for global media, Al Jazeera Media Network has announced the rollout of a new artificial intelligence platform called The Core. This initiative is set to transform how journalism is produced and consumed around the world by…
In a powerful show of federal and state collaboration, President Bola Tinubu on Saturday commended Borno State Governor Professor Babagana Umara Zulum for steadfast leadership and people-centred development during a high-profile commissioning ceremony in Maiduguri. The event brought together political…
Abuja was a hive of purposeful dialogue recently as education leaders, government officials and civil society actors gathered for the 2025 Nigeria Education Forum. Among the organisations present was the Obayi for Education Foundation, a non-governmental group passionate about expanding…
In a development that has rekindled national concern about school safety, a respected security analyst has sounded a warning to the Federal Government about the recent decision to reopen the country’s Unity Schools without firm security arrangements in place. According…
In a powerful and thoughtful appeal that has stirred conversations across the continent today, Nigeria’s pioneer aerospace and aeronautical engineer, Mr Christopher Mbanefo, urged leaders and citizens of Africa to come together with a shared determination to prioritise emerging technologies…
Microsoft’s new AI boss, Mustafa Suleyman, has laid out a bold vision for the future of artificial intelligence and the role his company must play in shaping it for the world. In a recent interview on the popular Moonshots with…
Artificial intelligence chatbots are rapidly becoming a part of everyday life across the globe, including among Nigerian youths. These tools promise convenience, fun and support when it comes to homework, entertainment or emotional conversations. Yet beneath this bright facade lies…
As Kenya prepares to roll out its historic Senior Secondary School system in January 2026 for the first pioneer class, an education crisis is unfolding that threatens to undermine the transition. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has flagged a staggering…
In a decisive move to tighten security and improve the experience for travellers using foreign cards in Nigeria, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has instructed all banks and financial institutions operating in the country to roll out multi-factor authentication…