UN calls for bold action to harness AI's potential in Africa
The UN has offered an ambitious vision for Africa, stating that artificial intelligence has the potential to infuse $2.9 trillion into the economy by 2030, pulling millions out of poverty and emphasising the importance of unified governance approach.
Phathisani Moyo
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MTN, Huawei deploy new antenna to enhance 5G in Zambia
According to the firms, the new antenna, Meta-Active Antenna Unit, provides higher coverage area and bandwidth while requiring less energy than standard antennas.
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AfCFTA challenges innovators to tackle cross-border trade barriers
Young African innovators aged 18-35 are invited to submit digital solutions for cross-border trade challenges, with the chance to win funding, mentorship, and partnerships.
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Zambia enhances border connectivity to facilitate trade
The program is part of Zambia's bigger efforts to embrace technology and boost trade facilitation.
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HP to use tech to re-invent workplace experience
The company will use smart connected devices and customised AI agents to transform the workplace, it says.
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Nokia, Airtel boost Zambian digital entrepreneurs
The launch of the Online Entrepreneurship Learning Programme is aimed at equipping young Zambians with essential digital and business skills.
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Five African tech start-ups shine at AfricArena Summit
A total of 16 companies demonstrated their arsenal of capabilities at the event, including ideal pitching abilities, concise storytelling, pitch decks, and command of their numbers.
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Italian Sparkle, AI-Bawaba boost Libyan connectivity
The two aim to provide an end-to-end solution with value-added services, using Sparkle's portfolio and international footprint and AI-Bawaba's local expertise.
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AfricArena Summit 2025 kicks off in Johannesburg
The Johannesburg summit is the first leg of the annual AfricArena Tour, which visits to each of Africa's four regions.
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AI tool to bust bias in African reporting
The Africa Bias Buster analyses text for both subtle and overt bias, assigns a score, and provides actionable suggestions for improvement, in real-time.
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Mastercard, Paymentology target SA fintechs with card offering
The partnership aims to enable the creation of card services that serve both specialised use cases and unbanked communities.
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Africa Tech Festival unveils Leadership Council for 2025 edition
The council is made up of a wide range of senior professionals from top businesses across Africa.