Innovation
Delve into breakthroughs and creative ideas that define the future of technology and innovation.
- News
OpenAI launches GPT-4o, The Powerful Assistant Everyone Has Been Trying To Build For Years
OpenAI unveils GPT-4o, a multimodal AI model enhancing interactions through text, vision, and audio capabilities.
- News
VFS Global Plans to Use AI in Visa Processing
VFS Global partners with RAI Institute to integrate ethical AI in visa processing, raising concerns about potential AI bias.
- News
AllAfrica Media Leaders Summit Kicks Off in Nairobi
AllAfrica Media Leaders’ Summit in Nairobi discusses future of African media, technology, safety, and youth engagement from May 8-10.
- News
Microsoft Reportedly Shutting Down ADC Nigeria, Sparking Concerns for Kenya Offices
Microsoft reportedly plans to close its ADC in Lagos, raising concerns about the future of its ADC in Nairobi.
- News
Africa’s Business Heroes Competition Extends Application Deadline, Offers $1.5M Prize
Africa’s Business Heroes competition extends 2024 deadline, enriching African entrepreneurs with training, networking, and US$1.5 million in grants.
- Startups
Qualcomm Selects 4 Kenyan Startups for 2024 Make in Africa Program
Qualcomm supports African startups with mentorship and funds, focusing on advanced technologies and intellectual property education.
- Startups
Apply to Participate in the Investment Showcase at Africa Tech Summit London 2024
Africa Tech Summit London invites applications for its Investment Showcase, connecting tech ventures with global investors on June 7, 2024.
- Announcements
Safaricom Sponsors Connected Africa Summit with KES 20 Million
Safaricom sponsors KES 20 million for Connected Africa Summit 2024 to boost Africa's digital transformation and innovation.
- News
Infinix ranked sixth in Asia-Pacific innovation by Fast Company.
Infinix earns sixth spot on Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in Asia-Pacific for user-friendly, advanced mobile tech innovations.
- Opinion
Africa Data Centre Market is Projected to Reach $7bn by 2028
Africa's data centre market, poised to hit $7 billion by 2028, offers vast investment opportunities due to digital service demands.
- News
Huawei Cloud to Support 100 Startups in Nigeria in Next 2 Years
Huawei Cloud commits to supporting 100 startups in Nigeria, enhancing innovation and growth with cloud technology and resources.
- Interesting Reads
The $3bn Private Credit Opportunity in Africa
Africa's $3bn private credit gap highlights a financing void for mid-market companies, underserved by traditional banks, offering investors significant opportunities.
- News
Africa Technology Expo 2024 Set to Hit Lagos in June, Spotlight on African Tech
Africa Tech Expo in Lagos, June 2024: showcasing innovation, fostering partnerships, and accelerating growth in the African tech ecosystem.
- Startups
Jacob’s Ladder Africa Announces Winners of Renewable Energy Competition
Jacob's Ladder Africa announces winners of the Renewable Energy Innovation Challenge, where Kenyan youth developed solutions for climate change and…
- Startups
Koa Academy Wins Prestigious MEST Africa Challenge, Secures $50,000 Investment
South African EdTech startup Koa Academy wins MEST Africa Challenge, securing $50,000 investment for its online education platform.
