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Morocco has unveiled an ambitious national strategy aiming to add $10 billion to its GDP through artificial intelligence by 2030. The plan focuses on building sovereign data centers, expanding cloud infrastructure, and cultivating an AI-skilled workforce. To fuel that growth, the country plans to train 200,000 graduates in AI skills and create 50,000 related jobs […]
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Nigeria is poised to become one of Africa’s first nations to enact comprehensive artificial intelligence legislation. The proposed National Digital Economy and E-Governance Bill aims to regulate the rapidly growing digital market after years of limited oversight. It introduces a risk-based framework, requiring stringent impact assessments for AI used in high-stakes areas such as finance […]
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Tech Meets Tourism – The new product category provides locals and tourists with seamless, on-demand access to Nairobi National Park, reinforcing Uber’s commitment to innovation and supporting Kenya’s tourism economy Uber has announced the launch of Uber Safari, a new product category offering tailored safari experiences in Nairobi National Park. This innovative product, unveiled as […]
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By Hennie de Villiers Africa’s population is projected to exceed 1.7 billion by 2030, one of the youngest and mobile-first populations on the planet, making the continent fertile ground for the reimagining of financial services. But Africa also sits at a crossroads: an accelerating trajectory of digital innovation challenged by deep digital divides, including access and infrastructure, […]
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By Viren Sookhun, MD: Africa & Middle East at Workforce Staffing Green hydrogen has numerous applications across multiple industries, from decarbonising steel to fertiliser production, fuelling heavy transport, storing renewable energy for grid stability, and supplying cleaner feedstock to refineries and chemical plants. However, beyond these use cases, it also has the potential to provide a […]
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Exhibitors cite strong investor leads and international visibility as inaugural event brings in participants from 78 countries The debut of GITEX NIGERIA brought a global spotlight to Nigeria’s digital economy, with international exhibitors and investors confirming strong engagement and immediate business opportunities. Held under the patronage of H.E. Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, President of the […]
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By Kenneth D. Johnson From petrochemicals to lithium to cocoa, these verified projects highlight Africa’s shift from raw exports to industrial value creation — offering compelling opportunities for investors, governments, and development partners. Africa has long struggled to capture value from its abundant natural resources. Today, a clear movement is underway: across energy, critical minerals, and […]
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The future of civil engineering extends far beyond concrete and steel, it is increasingly shaped by data, digital tools, and intelligent decision-making. Technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation, and advanced analytics are rapidly transforming how engineers plan, design, and maintain infrastructure. In South Africa, these tools bring tremendous opportunity but also carry the responsibility […]
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The Perfume Co. Africa (TPCA) and smart logistics company Pargo have launched a regional delivery partnership aimed at improving access to stock for informal fragrance entrepreneurs operating across Southern Africa. The partnership supports thousands of independent sellers within TPCA’s perfume sales ecosystem, enabling them to collect products faster and more reliably through an integrated last-mile […]
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By Kadi Diallo, Portfolio Manager of Africa Tech Festival & Lead of The AI Summit Cape Town Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming how industries and institutions operate. In healthcare, finance, education, and national security, AI enables faster decision-making and more efficient service delivery. Until now, most tools, infrastructure, and regulatory frameworks have come from […]
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