Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria has secured a €5 million grant from the European Union’s Horizon Europe EDCTP3 programme to develop an AI-powered microscope…
Elon Musk announced plans to create Baby Grok, a child-friendly AI chatbot app designed specifically for kids. The xAI CEO made the surprise announcement…
Nigerian digital bank Kuda has launched its multicurrency wallet feature, addressing the growing need for seamless cross-border financial services among Africans living across different…
The 9th cohort of the Presidential Digital Talent Programme (PDTP) graduated recently, with 400 trainees completing a rigorous Huawei Training and Certification Program. The…
Ethiopia has enacted its long-awaited Startup Proclamation, providing legal framework for the country’s growing tech ecosystem. The House of People’s Representatives approved the legislation…
Substack’s recent $100 million funding round places the platform at a $1.1 billion valuation, and it could change how African creators can monetize their…
Bolt has introduced a new Family Profile feature in Nigeria that lets users manage and pay for rides on behalf of up to nine…
The African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS) has launched its dedicated AI Institute, creating a specialized hub for research, policy development, and strategic partnerships…
United Bank for Africa (UBA) has made history by launching LEO, the first AI-powered chatbot in Africa that processes cross-border payments. The bank’s artificial…
African fintech companies have made a powerful statement on the global stage. Ten firms from across the continent earned spots on CNBC and Statista’s…
Meta has completed its acquisition of Play AI, a voice technology startup that creates ultra-realistic synthetic voices. The entire Play AI team has joined…
South African infrastructure fund, Pembani Remgro Infrastructure Fund II (PRIF II) will acquire a 35% stake in Kenya’s Mawingu Networks, giving the fund controlling…
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