The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has introduced two digital communication platforms aimed at giving Nigerians greater control over their personal information, improving online privacy and reducing dependence on major global technology companies. The platforms, known as dComms…
Artificial intelligence is becoming an increasingly important part of education, and Nigerian education technology company Edves is stepping up efforts to make the technology more useful to teachers, school administrators and students. As it marks 10 years of operations, the…
Artificial intelligence is opening new opportunities for students across Africa, with education technology innovators using WhatsApp, SMS and other familiar mobile platforms to deliver academic support to learners who may not have access to private tutors, expensive devices or reliable…
Six African innovators are using artificial intelligence (AI) to address educational challenges, from helping students understand difficult subjects to finding scholarships and preparing for technology-driven careers. Their work highlights how homegrown solutions can make learning more accessible, personalised and relevant…
Google Pay has officially launched in Nigeria, with Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) and Squad, the payment gateway operated by HabariPay, among the platforms enabling customers and businesses to use the digital payment service. The development gives eligible GTBank cardholders another…
Google and The Akuna Group, chaired by British actor Idris Elba, have opened applications for a free artificial intelligence (AI) filmmaking programme offering African creators professional training, mentorship and the opportunity to secure funding for film production. The initiative, called…
Africa’s education system may not need expensive technology to reach every learner. In communities where internet connectivity is unreliable, electricity is limited, and smartphones remain unaffordable for many families, a simple text message could help children continue learning. SMS-based learning…
As artificial intelligence continues to reshape workplaces, Nigerian graduates preparing to enter the labour market in 2027 will need more than academic qualifications to stand out. Employers increasingly value candidates who can use AI tools, interpret data, solve practical problems…
Satellite internet is emerging as a potential solution to one of Africa’s persistent education challenges: unequal access to digital learning resources. For students in remote communities, where broadband cables and mobile network coverage remain limited, satellite technology could provide access…
Africa is facing an important question as artificial intelligence (AI) becomes central to the global economy: can the continent develop the infrastructure needed to power its own AI systems, or will it continue depending on foreign technology companies? The issue…
Nigeria’s education technology sector is gaining international attention as Edves, a Nigerian-founded education technology company, expands its artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support teaching, assessment and school administration across more than 2,300 schools in 12 countries. The company announced the…
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) are stepping up efforts to turn Africa’s artificial intelligence ambitions into practical economic opportunities, with a proposed $10 billion initiative now moving towards implementation. The development follows…
Artificial intelligence (AI) is opening a new path for banks seeking to modernise ageing software without disrupting the systems that keep their operations running. From processing payments to managing customer accounts, decades-old applications remain central to financial services, even as…
Students from Sunflower School in Kano State have developed an artificial intelligence-powered farming application designed to help Nigerian farmers identify crop diseases, access treatment advice, and make better decisions about selling their produce. The innovation, known as AgroLens AI, earned…
Honeywell Technologies has introduced a new artificial intelligence platform at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Lekki, Lagos, in a move aimed at improving production efficiency, reducing operational losses and increasing profitability at the Nigerian facility. Announced on Monday, 26 October…
