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In sub-Saharan Africa, one of the world’s most exciting emerging markets, AI innovators are helping everyone from small farmers to a rising generation of young workers to participate in a sustainable and data-driven economy.... -
The internet disruption has affected not only Kenya but also neighbouring countries, including Uganda and Burundi, highlighting the potential for broader regional impact. This incident is likely to limit coverage of the ongoing protests, hindering the ability of journalists and activists to report on events on the ground. AccessNow,... -
Stonebwoy’s musical journey began with a passion for music that burned bright from a young age. His unique blend of reggae, dancehall, and afrobeats resonated with audiences across Ghana and beyond, establishing him as a force to be reckoned with. His music, a potent cocktail of infectious rhythms and... -
While skepticism toward AI startups is common, a growing number of young Africans are discovering ways to overcome it, realizing the immense potential within this transformative field. MinoHealth AI Labs — based in my home city of Accra, Ghana’s capital — specialises in providing artificial intelligence for healthcare applications,... -
Rwanda’s Minister of ICT has given his support to AfriLabs’ yearly conference slated from October 11 – 13, 2023, in Kigali. The 2023 AfriLabs Annual Gathering (AAG), which will take place in Kigali, Rwanda, has received the support of Hon. Paula Ingabire, Minister of Information and Communications Technology (ICT)... -
The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) has announced a three-year, US$6 million in support of Afrobarometer`s new 10-year strategy. To support Afrobarometer’s new 10-year strategy, the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) has announced a three-year, 66 million Swedish Kronor grant (roughly USD 6 million). This will enable... -
Many users have been looking for a new social networking site to call home ever since Elon Musk took control of Twitter. Is Mastodon the answer? Since Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover, many users have been searching for a new social networking platform they can call home. Mastodon, a social network... -
In one of the most significant tech layoffs this year, Meta, the parent company of Facebook, fired 13% of its staff, or more than 11,000 workers. Facebook’s parent company, Meta, has announced it will lay off 11,000 employees or around 13 percent of the company’s total staff. CEO Mark... -
Stears, a Nigerian data and intelligence company, has raised $3.3 million to address Africa’s data shortage. A Nigerian data and intelligence company, Stears has raised $3.3 million to expand into East and Southern Africa, improve its data collection and analytics capabilities, and acquire talent. MaC Venture Capital led this...
