QNET, a leading brand in the global direct selling industry, has disclosed significant improvements to its health and wellness products, leveraging the latest advancements in technology. This development was announced at the ongoing V-Malaysia Conference (VCON) at the Penang Spice Convention Center, Penang in Malaysia, marking QNET’s 26th anniversary and the beginning of a new…
We think that everyone should have equal access to good nourishment, health care, and hygiene—not only those who can afford it. In order to assist address the biggest issues facing the globe and work toward a more equitable society, Reckitt has established the Fight for Access Accelerator. Our creative, locally created initiatives that facilitate access…
In order to wrap up the Triple-Double accelerator program, NBA Africa has revealed the ten companies from seven African nations who have been chosen to present their products to a panel of global industry professionals on September 25 at a demo day. NBA Africa manages the league’s operations in Africa, including the Basketball Africa League…
Today saw the launching of the much-anticipated Kigali Innovation City (KIC), a US$2 billion project that intends to establish Rwanda as the continent’s preeminent center of innovation and technology. The groundbreaking ceremony for the cutting-edge tech hamlet in the Kigali Special Economic Zone’s Gasabo District was led by Prime Minister Dr. Edouard Ngirente. With the…
The National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR), a branch of the federal government, is now accepting applications for its N100 million AI Fund. Supported by tech giant Google, the program aims to assist Nigerian companies using artificial intelligence (AI) to create creative solutions. This comes after the Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital…
Education Sector’s Ransomware Recovery Costs Skyrocket, Despite Fewer Attacks Overall Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions that defeat cyberattacks, today released findings from its annual sector survey report, “The State of Ransomware in Education 2024.” According to the report, the median ransom payment was $6.6 million for lower education and $4.4 million for…
#StartupSouth, the premier Technology and Business Innovation Conference in the South-South and South-East regions of Nigeria will take place on October 3rd and 4th, 2024 in Port Harcourt. Announcing this in a media parley, Uche Aniche, Convener and Cofounder of #StartupSouth said this year’s theme, “Deep & Broad: Extending Frontiers of Technology and Economic Development,”…
We at Baobab Network are constantly enthusiastic about what lies ahead for African innovation. We’ve pinpointed several sectors where we think the next generation of disruptive companies will arise after conducting extensive study. We are excited to announce the release of our Call for Startups (CFS) for the second half of 2024 as we carry…
World’s No. 1 OLED TV: 11 years later, still on top, we lead, others follow. LG Electronics, a global leader in consumer electronics and home entertainment, continues to cement its leadership in OLED technology, continuing to innovate and inspire with its ground-breaking features: LG OLED TV with Six Senses Experience. This state-of-the-art television is designed…
In the fast evolving area of AgriTech, innovation need favorable conditions to thrive. While many African entrepreneurs have big ideas, they frequently struggle to get access to the resources and networks they need to make them a reality. Supporting African startup companies that share agricultural technology aims can address local issues such as limited access…
Nation-State Groups Pivot to Open-Source Tooling Sophos Uncovers Novel Keylogger “Tattletale” Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today released its report, “Crimson Palace: New Tools, Tactics, Targets,” which details the latest developments in a nearly two-year long Chinese cyberespionage campaign in Southeast Asia. Sophos X-Ops first reported on what they…
At the Hyperscalers Convergence Africa Conference held yesterday at the Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos, leading experts in technology and infrastructure development convened to discuss regulatory frameworks for fostering digital infrastructure in Africa. Among the distinguished panelists were the Honorable Commissioner for Innovation, Science, and Technology, Lagos State, Olatubosun Alake, and the Managing Director/CEO of the…
Climate Action Africa is proud to announce the launch of Scorecard of States (SOS) Webinar Series, set to debut on Thursday, 26 September 2024, with the theme: Unveiling Climate Action at the Subnational Level. This initiative is a crucial step in advancing climate resilience and fostering eco-conscious communities across Nigeria, focusing on the pivotal role…
As the whole world got into a gold rush on deployment of artificial intelligence technologies for various use cases, it was little surprise that Africa had no plans and wasn’t ready for the most part. This massive gap is what the African AI Foundation hopes to fill by upskilling, training and developing AI talent for…
Through the ZEP-RE InsurTech Programme 2.0, African insurtech businesses might potentially obtain funding ranging from $100,000 to $1 million. The second iteration of the ZEP-RE InsurTech Program, created by the reinsurance company ZEP-RE in collaboration with Westerwelle Startup Haus Kigali, will see 25 startups participate in a three-month hybrid acceleration program that ends with an…
Huawei Technologies has stated that it will support NATEP and Nigeria’s 3MTT program in achieving their goals for digital transformation. The company also claims that its DigiTruck project will boost the programs. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu revealed this on Tuesday during his visit to Huawei Technologies’ Beijing Research Center. During his recent trip to China,…
You’ve been hearing about ChatGPT and other AI tools’ incredible potential, and you gave them a try, but you don’t really understand the excitement. It’s likely that your prompting abilities require enhancement. AI is now more than simply a tool for writers. Complex activities in domains like web development, customer support, and data analysis can…
The sixth edition of the MEST Africa Challenge, which aims to uncover and encourage exceptional agri-tech entrepreneurs, is now accepting applications. The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) and the Norwegian Embassy are working together on this initiative. MEST is a pan-African software and entrepreneurship training program, seed fund, and incubator that was founded in…
Are you prepared to join the Japanese market and grow your startup to the next level? The concept behind the NEC Innovation Challenge (NIC) was that “we need to bring together the wisdom of the world in order to create the innovative ideas of the future.” The NEC Innovation Challenge 2024 is back with a…
A dynamic affiliate network and the company’s newest offering, Showlove, which allows creators to get tips straight from their fans, are just two of the features that make Nigerian startup Selar a revolutionary e-commerce shop builder that empowers creators to promote and sell their digital items. Douglas Kendyson founded Selar in 2016 while he was…
In a continued effort to improve the lives of Nigerians, LG Electronics has commissioned a solar-powered treated borehole and installed streetlights in the Oriba community of the Epe Local Government Area in Lagos State. This initiative underscores LG’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and its dedication to enhancing the quality of life for residents in…
Social media is an excellent platform for keeping your audience informed about your business, products, or services. It can also be a powerful tool to share relevant content on your social media profiles, such as news, updates, promotions, and other engaging material to your audience. Ensure you always include a link back to your website…
Itumeleng Nomlomo, Senior Business Solutions Manager at SAS in South Africa Global disruptions, economic uncertainty, and supply chain challenges have placed resilience at the forefront of boardroom agendas. One of the most effective ways for organisations to bolster resilience and enhance financial performance is by leveraging advanced data analytics. However, this journey must begin with…
LG Electronics, a global leader in innovative consumer electronics, recently organised the Gaming Finale in Lagos, Nigeria, showcasing its cutting-edge OLED technology to the gaming community. The event, which brought together top gamers and esports enthusiasts, featured LG’s OLED TVs as the official display screens for the tournament. The stunning visuals and lightning-fast response time…
In the ever-evolving field of artificial intelligence, the theory that AI may soon outsmart human intelligence not only evokes a mixture of wonder and caution but also invites us to consider the ramifications critically, both positive and negative. “The wave of superior AI intellect could potentially redefine our societal fabric, workplaces, and privacy,” as Geonode…
If you want to grow your business online, it is very important that you create engaging and relevant content for your target audience, as this will keep your website visitors longer and increase the likelihood of them taking a desired action, such as making a purchase, booking a consultation or filling out a contact form….
According to fresh statistics that Google unveiled yesterday, Nigerians are increasingly using artificial intelligence, or AI, to advance their jobs and foster their creativity. According to Google Search trends, there has been a 130% increase in searches linked to artificial intelligence (AI) in Nigeria as compared to the same period previous year. This indicates that…
With breakthroughs that will change our society in ways we can hardly fathom, the future seems incredibly promising as we stand on the cusp of a technological revolution. The upcoming years are expected to bring forth revolutionary developments that will transform our way of living, working, and interacting with our surroundings, from the emergence of…
Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, is expanding its commitment to customers and channel partners with the launch of Sophos Customer Success. The new program features a team of experts who support customers throughout their post-sales experience with ongoing security resources and alerts, webinars and other educational information about cyberattacks,…
Although extracting and evaluating the information from PDFs might be time-consuming, they frequently contain useful information. And now for ChatGPT, an AI tool that can do much more than just generate text. Many users are making inventive use of the functionalities that are already available while they wait impatiently for OpenAI’s reasoning-focused AI. While ChatGPT…