Kaduna, Google partner to launch AI learning series in Hausa language

The initiative seeks to bridge the digital gap and promote economic growth by providing prospective young entrepreneurs with critical digital skills.

The project by the Chinese-headquartered global technology company was announced during the recently finished Connected Africa Summit.

The tool from the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa strengthens government planning processes and enables digital tracking of activities.

On International Girls in ICT Day, the ITU’s secretary-general believes the ICT sector must cultivate and empower female talent while also increasing top-level representation.

Kenya, through the Office of the Data privacy Commissioner, has led the way in lobbying for data protection regulations.

Zimbabwe police's facial recognition team used NEC's NeoFace Watch system to identify suspects.

These observations were shared by African leaders, delegates, and experts during the beginning of a two-day science, tech, and Innovation forum.

The Ugandan president issued the directive to halt the Electronic Fiscal Receipting and Invoicing Solution after meeting with traders at State House Entebbe.

The government says it has revised the traditional practice of laying cables on the ground in favour of using existing infrastructure from the Kenya Power and Lighting Company to connect citizens.

The Uganda Revenue Authority says using electronic financial devices and e-invoicing on corporate transaction systems will help with tax collection.

The 'Makerspace Mobile' initiative, which is primarily backed by the French Institute of Cameroon and Ascent Media, began recently in the economic hub of Douala.

The destruction of technology systems caused major interruptions in the healthcare, preventing the timely reporting of crucial data.