According to Google, Alex Okosi, who is now the regional YouTube head, will take over as MD of Google in Africa. The US internet giant said in a statement on Tuesday that Okosi will be in charge of Google’s operations in Africa, helping businesses and economies on the continent flourish as well as extending access…
African women-led businesses who wish to expand internationally are encouraged to apply to the Women Startup Competition Africa chapter, which has been launched. A nonprofit organization called the Women Startup Competition (WSC) works to give more women-owned enterprises access to funding options. The initiative has aided more than 620 female-founded early-stage businesses in 15 countries…
The stage is set for the largest gathering of fintech stakeholders from around Africa and the globe as the Africa Fintech Summit prepares for its 10th edition. The summit, renowned for fostering meaningful conversations, partnerships and other ecosystem-enabling engagements, is scheduled to take place from November 2-3, 2023, at Ciela Resort and Spa in Lusaka,…
This September, during World Literacy Month, Innovation Edge has released a call for startups to submit proposals for funding and strategic support to develop their edtech innovation focused toward enhancing literacy and language acquisition in young children in South African households. Even though many parents lack the tools and resources necessary to give their kids…
Hyperspace Technologies Limited has secured a patent for Blockchain technology-driven Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). Developed within the Hyperspace Technologies’ research and development (R&D) division, cipherKEY tap2sign™ MFA is a next-generation security system designed to leverage the decentralized nature of blockchain, the robustness of public/ private key cryptography, and the convenience of NFC (Near Field Communication) technology…
The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani in a 2-Day sensitization workshop organised by the National Data Protection Commission (NDPC) held in Abuja recently said that the government is committed to protecting the citizens’ data. The workshop was organized for stakeholders, including heads of government agencies, and members of the Association of…
The British Council’s Digital Library was launched on Thursday, August 31, under the direction of Andrew Mitchell, the UK’s Minister of State for Development and Africa. This initiative is a part of the UK’s attempts to make educational resources “available to all.” Mitchel, who is on a four-day visit to Rwanda, praised the new initiative…
Redesigned core technology courses have just been added to Nigerian institutions’ curricula by the National institutions Commission (NUC). During a recent stakeholder meeting, Dr. Chris Maiyaki, the commission’s acting Executive Secretary, reaffirmed that the new curriculum will be implemented beginning in September 2023. According to Maiyaki, universities will decide on the remaining 30% of the…
Governments of the five Southeastern states must begin to invest in digital infrastructure to boost the chances of effective digital adoption and open up myriads of tech opportunities in the region. Mr. Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata “CFA”, the managing director/ chief executive officer, Anambra State ICT Agency, made the call when he appeared as a keynote…
On May 29–31, 2024, the 17th annual eLearning Africa conference will be held in Kigali, Rwanda. eLearning Africa is a network of top experts, professionals, and investors dedicated to the future of education and training in Africa. It is the largest conference and exhibition on technology-supported learning, training, and skills development in Africa. The largest…
Creators come to Instagram everyday to create and connect, grow their audience, and build their business. With more than 2 Billion people using Instagram each month, Instagram offers a global reach and wide breadth of features, which makes it a one-stop-shop for all creators, and offers a variety of opportunities and experiences for creators everywhere….
The pinnacle of technological innovation and thought leadership, Art of Technology Lagos (AOT), returns for its fifth edition, AOT 5.0. With an unwavering commitment to progress, this year’s conference dives into two crucial pillars that are shaping Lagos’s future: “The Creative Economy” and “A Digital Lagos.” Curated by the Eko Innovation Centre in collaboration with…
The research for a national AI strategy is being conducted by top researchers, both Nigerians and foreigners, who have experience working in the Nigerian market, according to Bosun Tijani, Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovations, and Digital Economy. In order to help to the creation of a better plan for encouraging technological innovation, Tijani is looking…
A first-of-its-kind educational in-person program for innovators in Nigeria was held by Meta. The Creator Lab, which attracted over 40 young and aspiring makers, gave them the chance to interact with other creators and learn from specialists. A foundational program to support aspiring and emerging creators as they traverse their paths and careers, The Creator…
According to Dr. Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, the federal government has successfully obtained a loan for a domestic funding scheme in the amount of $500 million. He clarified that the main goal of this program is to promote entrepreneurship and innovation in the country’s digital sector. The Minister said we have…
As the country’s general election nears its conclusion, the government of Gabon has announced that it will impose a curfew and shut down the internet, citing “calls for violence… and false information.” After the country’s general elections on Saturday, the government of Gabon declared that it will impose a nighttime curfew and cut off internet…
The prestigious Africa Innovative Festival Awards, which will be held at the Bay Hotel in Camp’s Bay, Cape Town, on November 15, 2023, will once again honor the accomplishments of some of the continent’s most illustrious pioneers and innovative entrepreneurs in the fields of technology, telecommunications, and media. The Africa Tech Festivals are notable for…
In collaboration with SIAC and Dar Al-Handasah, Flat6Labs, a renowned seed and early-stage venture financing firm with offices in Cairo, has introduced the “Makers” ConTech Accelerator Program. Selected startups will receive up to US$100,000 in funding as well as access to pilot projects, industry experts, mentorship, business training, one-on-one consultations, coaching sessions, networking opportunities, and…
The She Wins Africa program has been formally launched by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), marking a significant step toward supporting female entrepreneurs throughout sub-Saharan Africa. This innovative program aims to offer critical support to the expansion of up to 5,000 businesses founded by women by offering them crucial direction, training, mentorship, and networking opportunities….
The 9th edition of Nairobi Design Week, with the theme “We Got This,” has released an open call. NDW 2024 is aiming to bring together a vivid tapestry of design experiences under the theme “We Got This,” which represents the remarkable talents and inventive energy of the African creative sector. The festival has continuously attracted…
The Financial Solutions for Migrants program, an accelerator that supported impact-driven entrepreneurs creating digital financial inclusion solutions for migrants with a focus on migrant women in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, has been shut down, according to a statement from Village Capital. The program, which was supported 31 startups to develop and improve their…
To address the high rate of youth unemployment in Africa, the Tony Elumelu Foundation, in collaboration with UNICEF Generation Unlimited (GenU), the IKEA Foundation, and Young Green Entrepreneurs, launched the Green Entrepreneurship Programme. All Kenyan waste management start-ups as well as green start-ups in Morocco, Nigeria, Senegal, and South Africa can now submit proposals for…
Where would you rather have your TV: mounted on a stand or on the wall in the living room for immersive gaming, in the bedroom for late-night Netflix binges, or at your desk for a presentation? The brand name on everyone’s lips is LG TV, regardless of your response. To fully enjoy their favourite content,…
InnovationHub Africa, the organizers of the prestigious Nigeria Innovation Summit (NIS) have announced the top agenda for the event. Now in its 8th year, the Nigeria Innovation Summit (NIS) is an annual event that brings together stakeholders from different sectors of the economy to discuss ground-breaking ideas, trends, opportunities and numerous verticals to accelerate innovation, attain globally competitiveness…
African startups have a history of developing solutions specifically suited to the problems facing the region. Their unwavering energy, inventiveness, and tenacity have improved countless lives across the continent by not only addressing urgent problems but also acting as engines for economic progress. The emphasis continues to be on purpose-driven innovation, from facilitating farmers’ access…
Tuesday saw the introduction by Facebook’s parent company Meta Platforms of an AI model that can translate and transcribe speech in numerous languages, serving as a possible cornerstone for products that enable real-time communication across language barriers. The business claimed in a blog post that their SeamlessM4T model could combine technology that was previously only…
STEM METS Resources Limited was founded in 2013 by Jadesola Adedeji and Late Dr Funmi Ogunwuyi. It’s a social enterprise committed to nurturing, enriching, and inspiring young minds by providing quality, innovative, and alternative educational learning platforms. The indigenous company is bridging the skills gap in the Nigerian educational sector using STEM-based programs from early…
The TikTok, Telegram, and 1xBet websites are prohibited from accessing the country’s internet, according to an order from Somalia’s Ministry of Communications and Technology. Jama Hassan Khalif, the minister of communications and technology, issued the directive in a statement on Sunday, citing security and counterterrorism as justifications. The statement said that the safety and security…
Adopting a paperless environment (digitizing services) is essential for enterprises as we go into the fourth industrial revolution, where digitization is vital. As a result, the Gauteng Department of e-Government, Research, and Development is concentrating its efforts on digitizing Gauteng government services in order to create a paperless service environment. This department is a key…
AfriLabs, a pan-African network of innovation hubs and tech hubs that supports startups, business owners, and innovators all over the continent of Africa, has grown to include Eswatini as well as five additional African towns. Zanzibar, Ota, Matsapha, Musanze, and Baidoa are some of these cities. As they continue to link hub members to a…