Nigerian education technology company Heels and Tech, led by entrepreneur Bisola Alabi, has been selected for Cohort 4 of the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship in Nigeria. The company will receive $100,000 in equity-free funding, alongside expert support aimed at helping it expand its impact across education and technology. The selection places Alabi and Heels and…
The robotics landscape in Nigeria is gradually evolving. What was once largely associated with university laboratories, technology competitions and students developing small machines for exhibitions is now giving way to a growing wave of companies transforming robotics and artificial intelligence into practical solutions for education, security, agriculture, healthcare, manufacturing and other sectors. From developing intelligent…
Technology is changing the workplace faster than ever. Artificial intelligence (AI), automation, robotics, cloud computing and digital platforms are transforming how businesses operate and how people perform their jobs. This has led to an important question for students, graduates and professionals in Nigeria: What skills will be replaced by technology, and what should I learn…
Nigeria’s digital economy is creating new opportunities for employment, entrepreneurship, business growth and innovation. As more businesses adopt digital tools, consumers move online and organizations invest in technology, the demand for people with relevant digital skills continues to grow. From digital marketing and data analysis to software development, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and cloud computing, technology…
Technology is changing how people work, learn, communicate and do business. From artificial intelligence and data analytics to cloud computing, digital marketing and automation, technology is becoming part of almost every industry. For Nigerians, this creates both opportunities and challenges. A person who relies only on skills learned several years ago may eventually find that…
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way people work in Nigeria. From banks and telecommunications companies to schools, hospitals, businesses and government organizations, AI-powered tools are increasingly being used to automate tasks, analyze information, improve customer service and support decision-making. But what does AI mean for Nigerian workers? Will AI take jobs in Nigeria, or…
The future of work in Nigeria is becoming increasingly digital. Technology is changing how businesses operate, how employees perform their jobs, how entrepreneurs reach customers, and how organizations recruit and collaborate. From artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics to cloud computing, cybersecurity, digital marketing and software development, technology is creating new opportunities while changing the…
China’s EV Boom Opens New Opportunities for Africa African companies are being encouraged to take advantage of China’s growing production of electric vehicles and green-energy technologies to reduce costs and gain access to proven technologies, according to industry experts. While the United States and some European governments view China’s large-scale production of electric vehicles and…
A Kenyan-built artificial intelligence tool is seeking to make everyday movement safer and more independent for people with visual impairments by helping users identify obstacles as they navigate Nairobi. The platform, known as Sightra, combines artificial intelligence, audio guidance and GPS navigation through a web application that can be accessed using a smartphone. The system…
Australia’s newly enacted law empowering the government to impose levies on technology giants that refuse to pay local news organisations marks a significant turning point in global digital governance. The development signals a broader international shift, with countries increasingly seeking to assert sovereignty over their informational and cultural assets. The era in which major technology…