Africa’s higher education sector is entering a defining moment as artificial intelligence becomes central to teaching, research, and economic development. Across the continent, universities are no longer just adopting AI tools; they are actively shaping innovation ecosystems, building partnerships, and…
China’s solar panel exports have surged to an all-time high, with African and Southeast Asian countries emerging as the biggest drivers of this growth. The latest trade figures for March 2026 reveal not just a spike in shipments, but a…
A fresh video report by Reuters has drawn attention to unfolding global developments, offering a concise but powerful snapshot of events shaping conversations across economies, politics, and society in April 2026. The video, part of Reuters’ continuing multimedia journalism effort,…
Huawei has unveiled a major advancement in mobile network technology with its FDD triple low-band Massive MIMO solution, a development positioned to reshape how operators expand coverage and capacity across both 4G and 5G networks. The announcement highlights a growing…
Nigeria has once again taken centre stage in Africa’s fast-growing tech ecosystem, emerging as the most represented country in the 10th edition of the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa programme. The latest cohort reflects not just numbers, but a deeper…
Apple has officially entered a new chapter in its corporate history, confirming a major leadership shake-up that will see Tim Cook step away from the CEO position after more than a decade at the helm. The announcement, which has drawn…
Across Africa, conversations about skills, jobs, and employability have taken a sharper turn in recent years. Now, Nigeria and Uganda are stepping into a deeper partnership aimed at fixing one of the continent’s long-standing challenges: inconsistent skills certification systems that…
Nigeria is facing a growing concern over its ability to maintain full control of its digital ecosystem, as stakeholders warn that heavy reliance on foreign digital platforms and infrastructure could weaken national sovereignty in the long run. The warning comes…
Lagos State Government has taken a major step towards tightening digital security with the unveiling of new cybersecurity guidelines designed to protect businesses, public institutions, and everyday internet users. The move comes as cybercrime continues to rise and digital adoption…
Nigeria’s internet governance space has renewed calls for stronger adoption of the .ng domain, with the country’s internet registry warning that continued dependence on foreign web addresses is draining value from the local digital economy and weakening Nigeria’s digital identity.…
Nigeria’s push toward a fully digital-driven economy continues to gather momentum as new initiatives emerge to bridge the country’s growing technology skills gap. One of such initiatives has recently produced fresh graduates, further strengthening hopes that young Nigerians can compete…
Nigeria is taking a decisive step to confront the growing threat of fraud linked to mobile phone numbers, as the Central Bank of Nigeria and the Nigerian Communications Commission deepen collaboration to secure the country’s financial and telecoms systems. The…
Telecommunications operators across Africa are shifting strategy in a way that could redefine digital inclusion on the continent. Rather than focusing mainly on expanding network infrastructure, industry leaders are now placing device affordability at the centre of their growth agenda,…
Nigeria’s fight against crime is entering a new phase, driven not just by boots on the ground but by bytes, algorithms and intelligent systems. Experts are now drawing attention to the urgent need for the country to embrace artificial intelligence…
Nigeria’s growing startup ecosystem is once again placing women at the centre of innovation, as the Standard Chartered Foundation, Village Capital, and Enterprise Development Centre jointly announce the launch of the 2026 Women in Tech Accelerator. The initiative is now…
