Africa’s AI Future Hinges on Infrastructure, Shared Investment, and Open-Source Innovation, BCG Says Africa’s ability to compete in the global AI economy will depend on its capacity to build digital infrastructure, encourage shared investment, and embrace open-source innovation, according to a new report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG). Released today, the report, “Advancing Africa’s AI…
FG launches Atlas Network to drive Africa’s AI development The federal government has launched the Atlas Network, an initiative designed to develop artificial intelligence (AI) systems that better reflect and support Africa’s languages, cultures, and knowledge. The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, announced the initiative on Thursday during the 7th Ordinary…
Today’s businesses, governments, and organizations are rapidly adopting artificial intelligence (AI) to improve productivity, automate tasks, and make better decisions. As a result, AI has become one of the most in-demand skills worldwide, and Nigerians are increasingly taking advantage of the opportunities it offers. Whether you’re a student, graduate, entrepreneur, or working professional, now is…
Why Parents Are Choosing Tech Education for Their Children This Summer Summer holidays are no longer reserved solely for relaxation and recreation. Across Nigeria and around the world, more parents are taking advantage of the holiday season to equip their children with practical digital skills that will prepare them for the future. As technology continues…
Summer holidays are here again, and many parents in Abuja are looking for productive ways to keep their children engaged. While holidays are meant for relaxation and fun, they also offer an excellent opportunity for children to develop skills that can positively shape their future. In today’s digital world, computer literacy is no longer optional….
The MTN Ghana Foundation stated that the investment underscores its commitment to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn, innovate, and dream bigger through technology. The MTN Ghana Foundation has inaugurated a new ICT and Robotics Centre at Asafo M/A Basic School in the Asokwa Municipality, further advancing its mission to promote digital…
Nigeria may have joined the global debate on Big Tech and artificial intelligence later than many advanced economies, but this delayed entry could ultimately prove to be a significant advantage. The country’s ongoing investigation into Google, Meta, X and several generative AI platforms has been widely viewed as another regulatory dispute involving global technology companies….
S. Mahi Global Services Ltd. has unveiled its flagship digital platform, the S-MAHII Mobile App, an artificial intelligence-powered marketplace aimed at transforming service delivery, artisan engagement, and commerce in Nigeria and beyond. The company announced that the application, developed under the leadership of its Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Alhaji Saidu Abdulmalik, became available on…
As concerns persist over gender inequality in science, technology and innovation in Nigeria, the KSH Foundation has intensified its efforts to empower young women with digital and entrepreneurial skills, stressing that deliberate investment in girls is essential to narrowing the country’s technology gap. The non-profit organisation, established by Khalil Suleiman Halilu in 2022, recently unveiled…
Babcock University and New Horizons Nigeria have deployed an Artificial Intelligence-powered drone surveillance system aimed at strengthening campus security and expanding practical technology education for students. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the initiative is designed to improve security while equipping students with skills in drone technology, robotics and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Speaking…