Zambia looks to a Chinese firm to push solar project
The 20 megawatts Namalundu Solar Project aligns with the centre’s commitment to diversifying the national energy mix.
Malawi's automated water machine expands into Uganda
The invention offers more access to clean and dependable water supplies in peri-urban areas.
Egypt, China seal $500m solar pact
The deal proposes the development of a 280,000-square-metre complex for the localised manufacturing of solar photovoltaic cells with a production capacity of five gigawatts.
Econet Park, next frontier for Zimbabwe's AI goals
Tatenda Mavetera, the ICT minister, believes the Econet Industrial Park holds significance for the country's digital objectives, notably artificial intelligence.
Ayen becomes first robot waitress in South Sudan
Ayen is a service robot that will provide support on food and beverage operations and enhance guest experience at the Pyramid Continental Hotel in Juba.
Egypt, UK strengthen ICT cooperation
The two countries are exploring opportunities to expand cooperation in cloud computing, data centres, cybersecurity, fintech and digital infrastructure.
Nigeria, Nordic nations unite for digital transformation
Nigerian minister of communications stated that they have built a strong relationship with the Nordic region over the past year.
Nigeria plans to introduce AI regulations
The regulations seek to establish ethical standards of transparency, fairness, and accountability.
How quantum computing, AI are driving the next wave of cyber defence innovation
According to Saurabh Prasad of In2IT Technologies, cyber defence is no longer optional in the age of quantum computing and artificial intelligence.
UK-Kenya Tech Hub deal boosts start-up ecosystem
At the centre of this alliance is the Startup 360 Connect Angel Leads Program, delivered by Viktoria Ventures, which is focused on training a new generation of angel investors.
Masakhane initiative to tackle Africa’s digital language gap
The hub wants African innovators to create inclusive AI datasets for 50 under-represented languages, ultimately bridging the digital divide.
Libya’s vintage Nokia phones finally arrive
A shipment of Nokia phones placed in 2010 has finally arrived in Tripoli, highlighting both the resilience of Libya’s traders and the long-term impact of conflict on the country’s telecoms sector.