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Viamo has launched the 231 Voice Platform in Ghana, offering offline AI access via toll-free phone calls to millions without smartphones or internet. This initiative uses basic…
Injini, an African EdTech accelerator, has launched a $125,000 AI education program for startups in nine Southern African countries. The initiative will support early-stage teams…
Injini, a Cape Town-based ed-tech incubator, has launched an AI for Education venture builder and incubation program to support the development of AI tools specifically designed…
Injini has launched an AI EdTech venture builder across nine Southern African countries, emphasizing the creation of AI-powered educational tools by teams with direct experience…
MTN has launched an AI-powered Job Board within its Skills Academy, directly connecting young Africans to employment opportunities by matching skills with vacancies and…
Powered by People, a company deeply rooted in Africa, has secured funding to develop AI-driven tools that help African artisans and independent brands access global markets. This…
Zambia is actively deepening its AI cooperation with China, but with a strong emphasis on safeguarding national sovereignty and ensuring AI development is tailored to its specific…
Zambia is positioning itself as a regional leader in AI and digital innovation following its youth team's success in a global robotics challenge. The nation is actively developing…
Green Giraffe, a Zambian startup, is employing AI and satellite technology to empower smallholder farmers across Africa. The company helps these farmers meet international food…
Inner Circle, a new platform founded by Andrew Kibe, is specifically designed to help African creators monetize their content by overcoming the limitations of global payment…
The Gates Grand Challenge is providing up to $500,000 in grants for AI-enabled conversational tools focused on family planning. This initiative specifically targets organizations…
A recent report on the State of Tech in Africa reveals that AI adoption is a significant factor in industry restructuring and layoffs, while also presenting new opportunities for…
Cape Town-based Insight Terra leverages AI to transform raw environmental data into actionable risk intelligence for critical infrastructure across Africa. The company's solutions…
Artificial intelligence is set to transform Africa's critical mineral sector, enabling the continent to better explore its vast, underexplored reserves and move beyond its…
The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) has launched national consultations across its 21 member states to develop a harmonized regional AI strategy. This…
Nigeria has emerged as the top-ranked African nation in the 2026 Global Index on Responsible AI, moving up 42 places globally to 38th. This achievement highlights Nigeria's…
This article delves into how African nations can assert sovereignty over AI technologies and data, critically analyzing existing partnerships and continental initiatives. It…
A study conducted among 1,829 university students in Zambia reveals widespread awareness and use of ChatGPT, with over 85% reporting prior engagement. The findings highlight an…
