In a country with 4,9 million unemployed youth, South Africa’s fixation on degrees as a gateway to meaningful employment is not just outdated but actively holding the economy back. That is the view of Sandra Pretorius, General Manager at Afri Training Institute (ATI), who says it is time for corporate South Africa to take a hard…
Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of its groundbreaking Samsung Vision AI TV, marking a bold new chapter in the company’s history of innovation and leadership in the television industry. For 19 consecutive years, Samsung has held the position of the world’s No. 1 TV brand, a testament to its unwavering commitment to quality, design,…
While businesses are racing to implement Artificial Intelligence (AI), many overlook a critical factor in success: the quality and structure of the data feeding these models. The reality is that a model is only as good as the data it is trained on. This is according to Julian Thomas, Principal Consultant at PBT Group. “If…
In the early 2000s, being computer literate was a competitive edge. Today, things have changed. In a rapidly shifting digital economy, being AI literate is no longer optional but foundational. For African entrepreneurs, understanding AI is a transformative opportunity to leapfrog traditional barriers to innovate and grow. According to PwC, AI is expected to…
Truecaller, the leading global platform for verifying contacts and blocking unwanted communications, reached a significant milestone in August as the number of monthly active users (including both Android and iOS) crossed 100 million in the MEA-region, representing a 19% growth y-o-y. “With the Middle East and Africa experiencing significant growth in smartphone adoption and mobile…
Google claims to have unveiled Storybook, a brand-new AI-powered creative tool in the Gemini app that uses pictures, phone photos, and kid-drawn stories from refrigerator doors to create brief narrated stories. This was announced in a statement on Friday by Mr. Taiwo Kola-Ogunlade, the Communication and Public Affairs Manager for Google, West Africa. According to…
According to Kaspersky Security Network, between October 2024 and July 2025, over 5,000 users — both individuals and organisations — fell victim to the Efimer trojan. The malware was particularly impactful in Brazil, affecting around 1,500 victims. These attacks also targeted users in India, Spain, Russia, Italy, and Germany. Kaspersky has discovered a rapidly escalating…
X, formerly known as Twitter, intends to display advertisements on its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot Grok. The company, which is helmed by Elon Musk, wants to boost its advertising revenue, which reportedly fell precipitously when the billionaire made the social media platform private. Musk also disclosed that X will enhance targeted advertising by utilizing the…
Three new features are being added to Instagram, a platform for sharing photos and videos. According to the firm, its new Instagram map feature was inspired by rival Snapchat’s Snap Map function and is intended to display users’ friends’ locations on a map. Similar to TikTok, Instagram will also let users repost reels and posts…
The 2025 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition has achieved an exciting milestone following months of fierce competition, creative pitches, and compelling narratives. We are pleased to present the Top 13 finalists, remarkable young businesspeople who are completely rebuilding Africa’s food systems. Through stringent application checks, video pitches, and interviews with semifinalists, these finalists have distinguished themselves…
WhatsApp said on Tuesday that it is launching a new tool to avoid scams. This function, called Safety Overview, activates when you are added to a WhatsApp group by someone who is not one of your contacts. Important details about the group will be available on the Meta-owned messaging app, along with advice on how…
On Tuesday, Google gave its Gemini chatbot a new quality-of-life feature. Using language prompts, supplied photographs, or documents, the AI chatbot can now create personalized illustrated storybooks. Users can also tell Gemini to use particular names for characters, locales, or even plot points, as well as choose the style of the storybook’s artwork. The tool…
The MTN Cloud Accelerator Programme, which offers capital and scaling assistance for growth-stage businesses, is open to African firms. A 12-week program called the MTN Cloud Accelerator was created to give African companies access to MTN’s robust infrastructure, financial backing, and technical integration. By utilizing MTN Cloud, MoMo, Chenosis APIs, and strategic GTM support across…
Are you an entrepreneur prepared to expand your company and create connections with the largest network of innovators, investors, and policymakers in Africa? Your doorway to success is the Africa SME Assembly 2025 (ASA 2025), which you can still attend for free or with partial sponsorship thanks to the ?1.5 million scholarship fund! With the theme…
LG Electronics has turned up the volume in more ways than one. In a show of true creative synergy, LG unveiled its brand-new line of Bluetooth speakers — the “xboom by will.i.am.” This launch isn’t just about new gadgets. It’s the beginning of a bold chapter for LG’s audio brand, powered by the mind of…
Today, WhatsApp announced significant advancements in its ongoing fight against sophisticated messaging scams, including taking down millions of accounts linked to criminal scam centers and the rollout of new in-app safety features designed to protect users globally. These efforts underscore WhatsApp’s commitment to user security amidst a landscape of increasingly complex fraudulent schemes. In the…
Under the hashtag #RoadToLuanda25, the Africa-Europe Foundation is pleased to present the 2025 edition of the Africa-Europe Youth Awards Scheme. The goal of this special call for proposals is to acknowledge, encourage, and elevate the work of young people who are spearheading significant collaboration between Europe and Africa. As the Africa-Europe Summit approaches in Luanda,…
Youth-led MSMEs and innovators are being urged by the In-country YouthADAPT Challenge to promote resilience and climate adaptation throughout Africa. Are you a young business owner looking to raise money for your climate impact venture in one of the following five African nations: Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Ghana, or Nigeria? Get a chance to earn a…
We are excited to announce our partnership with APO Group, a leading Pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service across the African continent. The partnership will allow our readers to access premium quality and accurate business and investment news and reports from companies, international organisations and governments across Africa, right on our online newspaper…
The first-ever solar-powered battery swap station was introduced by Nigerian electric mobility startup MAX, which claims that this innovation in sustainable infrastructure will support the continent’s gig economy and lower-carbon future. MAX is an EV financing and clean mobility platform that gives enterprises and commercial drivers access to electric vehicles, battery swapping, and ownership options….
Financial independence is no longer a distant dream but a daily reality, especially for young entrepreneurs cashing out weekly through innovative platforms like Zabira. From trading gift cards to paying bills with crypto-converted naira, Zabira is proving to be more than just a fintech app; it’s a complete digital marketplace designed to fuel the ambitions of the…
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, CCIE, has reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to deepening digital literacy, accelerating innovation, and expanding technology infrastructure as key drivers of inclusive national development. Inuwa said this while delivering an address at the 2-Day Interactive Session on Government–Citizens Engagement, organised by…
In a strategic stakeholder engagement aimed at advancing Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) reform, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) reaffirmed the Agency’s commitment to driving digital identity and data integration as critical enablers of national planning and inclusive governance. Engaging with key institutions, including the National Population Commission…
…Builds on Longstanding, Award-Winning Program with New Certifications and Enhanced Support, Offering Partners a Flexible Framework to Accelerate Success Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, has launched a new Sophos Partner Program, unlocking multiple opportunities for partners to accelerate growth, deliver industry-leading cybersecurity solutions and stand out in an increasingly competitive…
The Africa Impact Fundraising Grant 2025, which seeks to develop fundraising abilities to support African solutions, is about to conclude applications. The New Africa Fund recently launched the Africa Impact Fundraising (AIF) Grant program to assist African NGOs, community-based organizations, and social entrepreneurs in enhancing their ability to raise money and obtaining vital funding. A…
Are you prepared to use innovative digital solutions to revolutionize your company? We are thrilled to announce that our intensive 4-day workshop on digital business optimization, created especially for micro, small, and medium-sized businesses in the Federal Capital Territory, is now open. Why is this unique? This isn’t just another workshop – it’s your gateway…
The global insurance industry faces a $1.8 trillion protection gap – the difference between insured and uninsured losses across health, life, crop and catastrophe coverage. In Africa, this divide is even more pronounced. Insurance penetration remains below 3% of GDP across the continent, and most Africans have little to no coverage in the event of disaster, illness…
Kaspersky researchers have discovered a new wave of scam attacks that use Google Forms to target crypto users. Knowing the email address of the potential victim, the attackers send a scam email through Google Forms, which is designed to appear as a notification from a crypto exchange service. Users are invited to receive an alleged…
Today, we celebrate a leader whose unwavering commitment to “Everything Technology, Technology Everywhere” is turning bold ideas into real impact for Ndi Anambra. As someone privileged to lead the Anambra State ICT Agency, driving e-governance initiatives, and now the Geeks & Founders Alliance for Soludo (GEFAS), a coalition of tech professionals, founders, and enthusiasts advancing…
The Geeks & Founders Alliance for Soludo (GEFAS) has taken another bold step in supporting Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo’s vision of a smart, connected Anambra with the official launch of its Mobile Tech Hub- a custom-built bus bringing free WiFi directly to the people. Fully equipped with high-speed internet, voice and data services, and backup…