Emerging Technologies

Nigerian start-up equalyz AI aims to bridge the AI divide

African-centric AI platform has launched models for understanding and processing African languages.
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Tuesday

DRC pioneers transformative digital identity system

The government says  this initiative will transform all sectors of the DRC's economy by reducing identity fraud and cyber-crime to protect the country's digital future.
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Ahead of G20 Summit, SA pushes for an innovation fund

The minister urges participants to commit to expanding the digital innovation ecosystem across all countries.
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Friday

Peach widens African footprint with PayDunya acquisition

The digital payment gateway company has recently agreed to buy West African payment platform PayDunya, opening fresh opportunities in Francophone Africa.
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Discovery Bank enters AI lane redefines products

Discovery says digital disruption, changing consumer expectations, and the power of AI and data have completely redefined what financial services can offer.
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26 Mar

Kenya is going to unveil AI strategy this week

The AI Strategy is designed to position Kenya not just as a participant, but as a pacesetter in the global AI landscape, with a particular focus on Africa
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Visiosoft, French Kinéis turn to IoT to provide connectivity

The firms said by merging their capabilities, they deliver global, continuous sensor data to industries that need it the most.
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25 Mar

Rwanda intends to connect every home by 2029

The government wants every home in Rwanda to be connected in the next 4 years.
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HP turns to AI for growth as it releases new PCs

At its annual partner conference, the company introduces new “AI experiences” for work across its products and services.
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Vodacom's XLink targets Africa's remittances market

In an effort to increase financial inclusion in Africa, the company says it has launched a new cross-border payment solution, XLink Send.
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Mar 7, 2025

Masiyiwa's Foundation offers 200 scholarships to Zimbabweans

This year, the billionaire said the Foundation is looking for 200 of Zimbabwe's brightest minds with high ethical principles and standards.
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Mar 7, 2025

Malawi trains girls in STEM and ICT skills

The five-week ICT training program seeks to provide young women, particularly those from marginalised groups, with basic digital skills.