Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), one of Nigeria’s leading tertiary institutions, has taken a decisive step to address declining student enrolment by establishing a dedicated committee to review its academic programmes. The initiative reflects the university’s commitment to sustaining academic excellence…
In a powerful appeal to the Nigerian government, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has called for sincere, sustained investment in the nation’s educational sector, emphasising that this is the only viable path to safeguarding Nigeria’s future. The union…
In a significant development for STEM education on the continent, the 22nd edition of the 22nd Conference on Mathematics, Science and Technology Education in Africa (COMSTEDA 22) is slated to take place at the Bingu International Conference Centre in Lilongwe,…
Wall Street faced a tougher session on Friday, as major market indices slipped and investors turned cautious—driven by nagging questions around the Federal Reserve’s next move on interest rates and a wobble in mega-cap tech stocks. According to trading data,…
In an announcement that many in Africa’s technology space are calling historic, Egyptian fintech heavyweight Fawry revealed that 20% of its newly written software code now comes from artificial intelligence (AI). This isn’t just a technical detail — it signals…
Today in London, education and technology leaders gathered at the Google AI for Learning Forum, a landmark event exploring the future of learning in an AI-driven world. In a bold move to reshape educational experiences globally, Google announced $30 million…
In a move set to redefine digital infrastructure in West Africa, Equinix, the global leader in digital connectivity and data centres, has unveiled plans to launch a state-of-the-art data centre in Lagos. The $22 million LG3 facility marks Equinix’s first…
In an exciting development for Africa’s tech ecosystem, Google has joined forces with Cassava Technologies to make its Gemini AI accessible to millions of people across the continent. This collaboration is a major step toward making artificial intelligence more inclusive…
In Cape Town on 11 November 2025, the stage was set for a pivotal moment in Africa’s digital journey. At the annual AfricaCom 2025, Dr. Song Xiaodi — President of the Small Cell Product Line at Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.…
In a landmark move this week, Nigeria and France launched a fresh partnership to fortify data privacy and governance across the nation. At a formal event in Lagos, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) and the French Treasury’s Nigeria office…
When I first heard about the collaboration between Teraco and NAPAfrica, I felt a sense of optimism. For too long, Africa has watched its digital ambitions slowed by reliance on infrastructure outside the continent. Now, with a fresh move in…
In a development signalling fresh momentum for Egypt’s booming technology services landscape, the global telecoms giant Ericsson has today inked a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Egypt’s Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA). Under the patronage of Prime Minister…
In a move poised to reshape the continent’s technological landscape, Nigeria-based pan-African organisation Cassava Technologies has officially become the first African partner of NVIDIA in the “NVIDIA Cloud Partner” (NCP) programme. The frontman for this bold push is Zimbabwean telecoms…
In a vibrant Lagos evening buzzing with curiosity and innovation, Kora, a leading payment infrastructure company, successfully hosted the second edition of its celebrated “Sundown Sessions.” Themed “AI in Africa: Scaling Beyond the Hype,” the event drew over 400 entrepreneurs,…
In a decisive effort to bridge the digital divide and ensure every Nigerian can participate fully in the digital economy, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is set to host the first-ever Digital Economy Awareness and Sensitization Fora on November 13,…