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Leading Tech Brands Drive Future Digital Economy To Support Nigeria’s US$1 Trillion 2030 Vision At West Africa’s Largest Tech, AI & Startup Show

Global tech leaders including IBM, Meta, and MTN join GITEX NIGERIA 2025, driving tech opportunities that contribute to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda across talent development & digital infrastructure  Nigeria has risen to the forefront of Africa’s digital economy with a powerful ecosystem that is both homegrown and resilient – fuelled by government […]

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Panel discussion on AI needs in emerging economies at global summit.

What Do Emerging Economies Want From AI?

Key Insights from GEM25 Panel at Harvard At the recent GEM25 event hosted by Harvard’s Center for International Development, policy and technology experts from emerging economies discussed integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) within their national strategies. Panelists included Teresa Clarke, Chairman and CEO of Africa.com; Nanjira Sambuli, Nonresident Scholar at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace; Dr. […]

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AI technology supporting strategic leadership and innovation.

Thought Leadership – AI: An Ally, Not An Enemy, Of Strategic Thinking

By Tumi Rabanye, Managing Partner – Strategy at Leagas Delaney South Africa I do not consider myself an early adopter of technology, nor do I consider myself a late adopter. I’d say I’m one of those that need just enough of the right kind of nudges to get me to trial and thereafter, I quite […]

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AI: The $1.2 Trillion Opportunity for Africa’s Economic Transformation

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming one of the most revolutionary technologies of the modern era, with the potential to reshape economies, industries, and societies. For Africa, AI holds special promise, offering solutions to the continent’s unique challenges while contributing significantly to its economic growth. Projections suggest that by 2030, AI could contribute as much […]

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Why AI Has A Greater Healthcare Impact In Emerging Markets

The intersection of AI and healthcare holds immense promise, particularly in addressing some of the most complex challenges and barriers to healthcare access faced by emerging markets. Fast becoming a transformative force reshaping how we diagnose and treat diseases, AI is playing a pivotal role in overcoming healthcare disparities in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). It has the […]

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The Interplay Of AI Innovations, Regulations, And User Benefits

By Morris Macharia Musyoka – a software engineer and tech entrepreneur. In our rapidly advancing technological era, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become deeply woven into the intricate fabric of our digital landscape. Acknowledged as a revolutionary force, AI is reshaping the way we live, work, and interact with the world. Embraced by many as a […]

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Reforestation in Africa supported by AI to enhance environmental sustainability.

AI To Optimise AstraZeneca’s Reforestation Programme In Africa

Commitment to plant and maintain up to six million trees in Kenya in support of climate action, human health and community resilience AI deep learning model to monitor tree health, long-term survival and carbon sequestration As part of its flagship AZ Forest programme, AstraZeneca has made a pledge to plant up to six million trees […]

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Panel discussion at Bloomberg Africa Business Media Innovators Forum 2023.

90 Media Leaders Attend The “Bloomberg Africa Business Media Innovators” Forum 2023

Digital transformations, AI, business models and the future of media in Africa among topics explored in Cape Town Media, business, government, technology, and community leaders from across Africa and internationally have gathered today in Cape Town, South Africa for this year’s annual Africa Business Media Innovators (ABMI) forum. The convening brings together a cross section of […]

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African startups featured in Google AI First Accelerator program showcase innovation.

Google Announces 11 African Startups For Inaugural Africa AI First Accelerator Program

Google today unveiled the first cohort for its ‘Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First’ program. The 11 startups, picked from a vast pool of innovative talent, are using cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence to address both Africa’s challenges and broader global issues. The transformative power of AI in Africa is highlighted by a McKinsey report which suggests […]

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AI-driven financial analytics and automation tools.

Transformative Power Of AI Already Embedded In World’s Finance Processes

By Neo Mathe, Financial Services Industry Value Engineer at SAP Africa CFOs and their finance teams continue to deal with a complex operating environment in 2023, marked by ongoing supply chain uncertainty, recessionary fears, persistent inflation and the disruptive impact of new technologies. Over the past decade, the digitisation of finance has helped CFOs and […]

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