AOT Lagos 7.0 Unveils Career Pavilion To Accelerate Talent Development And Workforce Readiness In Nigeria
Art of Technology Lagos (AOT Lagos) 7.0 has announced the launch of its Career Pavilion, a dedicated hub designed to equip young Nigerians with the skills, guidance, and opportunities needed to compete in today’s rapidly evolving digital economy. The initiative reflects Lagos State’s sustained commitment to building an inclusive innovation ecosystem and strengthening the talent […]
ALX, Anthropic, And The Government Of Rwanda Launch Landmark AI Learning Initiative
Partnership Deploys “Chidi,” an AI-Powered Learning Companion, Positioning Africa at the Centre of Global Tech Innovation ALX, Anthropic, and the Government of Rwanda today announced a landmark partnership to revolutionize learning and teaching across Africa through artificial intelligence. The initiative introduces “Chidi,” an AI-powered learning companion built on Anthropic’s Claude model, designed to guide both […]
Time To Deliver On Africa’s Climate Finance Promises
By Ademola Ajagbe, Regional Managing Director Africa, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) Climate finance is on trial this November in Belém, Brazil. World leaders and climate advocates attending the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) must decide whether the long-discussed plan for funding efforts against climate change can finally deliver for the people and places that […]
Senegal’s Mobile Money Tax: A Reform At Odds With Economic Logic And Digital Ambition
Senegal’s new mobile money tax has become the subject of intense national debate. Designed to mobilise revenue through a zero point five percent levy on money transfers, the measure attempts to address fiscal pressures, but national economic logic, digital transformation goals and regional experience all point in the same direction. This approach is likely to […]
Africa’s Innovation Leaders Spotlighted As Unido Recognizes Pioneers Expanding Access To Essential Services Across The Continent
Author: Sokhu Sibiya Across Africa, a new generation of innovators is reshaping how communities access health care, energy, and essential services. This week, the inaugural One World Sustainability Awards from UNIDO placed a powerful spotlight on two standout organizations—Drop Access Limited and WeLight Africa—whose missions reflect the continent’s drive toward inclusive development, sustainable growth, and […]
