The Anambra State Government represented by a resourceful delegation from the State ICT Agency, led by the MD/CEO Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata, is actively participating in the 11th General Meeting of the National Council on Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy (NCCIDE). The week-long event, which commenced on Monday, 22nd January, to end on Friday, 26th January,…
For 1,500 secondary school students, the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy is preparing to start a Build-A-Thon program. A statement claims that pupils from 150 schools spread over three locations—Owerri, Maiduguri, and Abeokuta—will participate in the four-day event. A Build-A-Thon, according to the organizers, is an ecosystem that provides a range of…
Together with African nations, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) announced the “timbuktoo” initiative, which it claims is positioned to be “the world’s largest financing facility,” bringing together commercial and catalytic resources to assist Africa’s startup ecosystem. Achim Steiner, the UNDP administrator, President Paul Kagame of Rwanda, President Nana Akufo-Addo of Ghana, Secretary General Wamkele…
During a groundbreaking meeting held over the weekend, at the US Consulate General in Lagos, the Anambra State Government’s Executive Council delegation, led by His Excellency, Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, engaged in strategic discussions with the US Consul-General, William Stevens, and influential leaders from 26 renowned US high-tech companies. This distinguished Executive Council delegation…
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Written by André Zitzke, Manager: SAS Global Academic Programs in Africa The rapidly evolving digital landscape has had a massive impact on the public and private sectors, especially in terms of data science and analytics skills. A staggering 1.5 to 2 million global data science jobs remain unfilled. This gap is projected to widen, with an estimated…
Exness, a multi-asset broker, is currently taking applications from deserving South African students for its Fintech Scholarships program. This year represents the program’s second year of operation in our nation, underscoring Exness’s continued commitment to promoting STEM education in South Africa. Exness Fintech Scholarships are intended to give exceptional, impoverished, and talented people a road…
The Co-Creation Hub (CcHub) and Mastercard Foundation in Nigeria are hosting the Ed-Tech Fellowship Program’s second edition, and applications are now being accepted. According to Disrupt Africa In February 2023, CcHub announced that it would be launching a US$15 million ed-tech accelerator effort in Kenya and Nigeria through a new relationship with the Mastercard Foundation…
Applications are now being accepted for the 12-month tech entrepreneurship training program offered by the Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST). MEST is a pan-African software and entrepreneurship training program, seed fund, and incubator that was founded in Ghana in 2008 by serial entrepreneur Jorn Lyseggen. It assists in the establishment of technology firms around…
LG has recently unveiled its most luminous OLED TVs to date, effectively addressing a longstanding drawback of this panel technology: its compatibility with well-lit, sunlit spaces. The C3 OLED of 2023 has garnered rave reviews, with critics hailing it as an exceptional television devoid of any significant flaws. Numerous other assessments have also lauded it…
Applications for the second edition of BlueInvest Africa, an initiative for investors and entrepreneurs in the blue economy, are now being accepted. The call for projects is directed at businesses that have their formal registration, are based in Africa, and are currently engaged in one or more blue economy areas. Additionally, African small, micro, and…
The Central Bank of Nigeria gave the Africa Stablecoin Consortium’s cNGN Naira stablecoin initiative the go-ahead on January 4th, according to the CBN’s regulatory sandbox. In order to maintain compliance, transparency, and a focus on consumer safety, the ASC has said that they want to collaborate closely with regulators from the CBN, Nigerian Securities and…
Facebook’s mobile app now has a “Link History” setting that records every website you’ve visited over the last 30 days. Now accessible through the Facebook app for iOS and Android, the setting is enabled by default but is optional. According to reports, Facebook users are seeing an in-app pop-up that explains the link history feature…
Discover the LG Smart Cottage, a revolutionary sustainable living concept that wholeheartedly embraces and champions eco-friendly practices. This groundbreaking and innovative space serves as a testament to LG’s unwavering commitment to creating a greener and more sustainable future for all. The LG Smart Cottage is a haven of cutting-edge technology and energy-efficient solutions that seamlessly…
Kenya’s Safi Protocol is a blockchain-based platform that connects certified real-world African renewable energy consumers with the decentralised finance (DeFi) ecosystem. Founded in 2022, Safi Protocol provides DeFi users with a cutting-edge investment channel while facilitating easy access to renewable energy solutions for individuals and enterprises. Co-founder and head of operations George Mosomi told Disrupt…
The launch of RAISEAfrica, the Renewables Accelerators for Innovative Startups and Entrepreneurs in Africa, has been announced by the RES4Africa Foundation. A foundation called RES4Africa, or Renewable Energy Solutions for Africa, strives to promote Africa’s equitable energy transition so that the SDG7 can be accomplished. The recently launched RAISEAfrica program is a comprehensive effort created…
The landscape of cyber threats has significantly expanded in terms of volume, complexity, and impact of attacks over the past few years. Consequently, regardless of their size, industry, or geographic location, the vast majority of companies prioritize protection against these threats and primarily strive to implement robust cyber defense measures to counteract them. However, given…
Hyperspace Technologies Limited has secured its second patent and trademarks for cipherCHIP tap2verify: A blockchain-integrated contactless product authentication & verification system. The Lagos-based Web3 startup specializes in next-level smart security infrastructure and key management systems. Developed within the Hyperspace Technologies Limited’ research and development (R&D) division, “cipherCHIP tap2verify” system presents a novel approach to product authentication…
The Zambian government has announced plans to establish Community Digital Transformation Centres to improve its digital ecosystem. This follows the news that each member of Zambia’s parliament will receive a Starlink kit for their home constituency. According to the Minister of Technology and Science, Felix Chipota Mutati, the centres will serve as hubs where citizens can get free Internet…
Educational robotics is a method of teaching that helps kids and teenagers learn new abilities by using robots and electronic components. According to Diane Uwasenga Sengati, the acting head of the ICT in Education Department, the Rwanda Basic Education Board (REB) is thinking about adding educational robotics courses to the national curriculum. Educational robotics is…
The Kenyan government has revealed plans to build 1,450 ICT hubs in the country as part of its efforts to implement the recently launched Digital Master Plan 2022-2032. The project, set to begin in 2024, will offer Kenyans digital literacy training, film production, and public access to government services across the country. Eluid Owalo, the ICT cabinet…
Through its digital platform, Ghanaian startup Oceansmall is enabling small-scale fishing communities to access markets and overcome obstacles including low income, low output levels, and subpar living conditions. Oceansmall, founded in 2020 by Caroline Pomeyie, has created and applied fundamental technologies to improve and optimize the supply chain for fisheries. With the help of its…
In a thought-provoking post on LinkedIn Professor Ndubuisi Ekekwe shared a captivating anecdote about a resourceful bird and its remarkable ability to overcome a seemingly insurmountable challenge. This simple yet profound analogy sparked a wave of inspiration, prompting me to delve deeper into the parallels between the bird’s actions and the fundamental principles of entrepreneurial…
Ahead of its enforcement drive in 2024 and in a bid to ensure professionalism among firms that are licensed to carry out compliance as a service, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission has issued a Code of Conduct for DPCOs in Nigeria. Whilst addressing the meeting of the Commission with the DPCOs, the National Commissioner, Dr….
In order to support and give possibilities to children and young people in Africa, RiverSafe, a professional services provider for cyber security, data operations, and DevOps, has teamed up with the education-focused organization Path to Possibilities. Breaking the Cycles of Impoverishment for Nigeria’s Youth With the help of learning resources and elementary and secondary school…
The Electronic Investors Protection Portal (EIPP), a digital portal created to protect Ugandan investment procedures, was introduced by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. The portal, an initiative of the State House Investors Protection Unit led by Col. Edith Nakalema, will provide investors with access to reliable government sources, guidance, and a thorough reporting mechanism for their…
Though there were initially expectations that the nascency of the African tech ecosystem may mean it spared too much damage, the expanding extent of the continent’s “startup graveyard” implies that is not the case. Venture capital financing has fallen dramatically globally in 2023. According to PitchBook data, venture capital funding nearly halved globally in the…
In an effort to address humanitarian issues, the GSMA and the UK Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO) have announced the creation of the newest GSMA Innovation Fund. Since 2017, the GSMA has given approximately GBP5 million (US$6.3 million) to startups, SMEs, and social enterprises through the GSMA Innovation Fund. The GSMA Humanitarian Innovation Fund…
The second cohort of GrindstoneX’s growth engineering program, which it co-manages with Naspers Labs, comprises ten female entrepreneurs. Grindstone was co-founded in 2014 by Knife Capital and Thinkroom with the intention of assisting fast-growing, innovation-driven businesses in expanding their businesses. However, the youth development program Naspers Labs is run by the global consumer internet corporation…
As the final few weeks of 2023 unfold, it is time to examine some of the data and analytics trends that will likely have a significant impact on local businesses and the data industry, in the months to come. “Over the past year, we can see how trends like data democratisation, the emphasis on AI,…