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…
Beating the Heat: Why Chinese AC Brands are Dominating Nigeria’s Cooling Market As Nigeria cycles through its dry season and the Harmattan heat continues to challenge comfort, the demand for reliable and energy-efficient air conditioners has skyrocketed. With persistent issues…
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,…
In a bold stride towards transforming healthcare delivery, Persivia, a U.S.-based AI healthcare leader, has officially launched its National Health Intelligence (NHI) Initiative in Saudi Arabia. Unveiled during the Global Health Exhibition (GHE) 2025, the initiative aims to leverage artificial…
In a deal that reads almost like a cloak-and-dagger chapter in tech history, Apple Inc. is reported to be paying around US$1 billion annually to Google LLC in order to license access to Google’s cutting-edge AI model and bolster its…
Every Nigerian student who has written a research paper knows the frustration: endless hours spent formatting references, double-checking citation styles, and hunting down elusive journal links. For Kamil Bello and Habeeb Lawal, those long nights in the library became the…
Africa’s place in the global artificial intelligence (AI) landscape is at a crossroads, and stakeholders from across media, entertainment, business, and creative sectors are raising the alarm. Experts say the continent risks falling behind in the fast-evolving AI race if…
Nigeria stands at a pivotal moment in its digital evolution. Ilesanmi Ade-Ademola, a prominent advocate for youth development and technology innovation, emphasises that the country’s success in the global digital economy hinges on empowering its young population. With over 60%…
In a bold step towards shaping Nigeria’s digital future, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is set to launch the inaugural Digital Awareness and Sensitisation Fora. This strategic initiative aims to bridge the gap between policy formulation, digital infrastructure, and the…
In a landmark moment for the nation’s digital ambitions, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has celebrated the successful conclusion of the 18th International Conference on Theory and Practice of Electronic Governance (ICEGOV 2025). Hosted in Abuja under the…
In a decisive move toward economic diversification, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a series of groundbreaking reforms designed to reposition Nigeria as a digital powerhouse in Africa. The new measures, centred around intellectual property (IP) protection, talent export,…
