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Sierra Leone begins development of first National Artificial Intelligence Strategy

The Ministry of Communication, Technology and Innovation in Sierra Leone, in collaboration with the World Bank Group, has begun work on the country’s first National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, aimed at guiding responsible and inclusive adoption of A

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Kenya School of Government and Huawei sign MoU

The Kenya School of Government (Kenya School of Government) and Huawei Kenya have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at strengthening collaboration in digital skills development and ICT capacity building for Kenya’s public service.

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South African learners seek sponsorship to represent country at US International Science Fair

Two Grade 8 learners from South Africa have appealed for sponsorship to support their participation in an international science competition in the United States in 2026.

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GSMA highlights need for smarter data regulation to support inclusive digital growth in Africa

The GSMA Policy and Regulation team has called for more cooperative and outcome-based approaches to data governance, emphasizing that smarter regulatory frameworks are essential for supporting safe and inclusive digital development across Africa.

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Africa CDC reaffirms support for CEPI strategy to strengthen health security in Africa

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has reaffirmed its support for the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) 3.0 Strategy, underscoring a shared commitment to advancing equitable health security across Afric

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Group CEO & President of MTN signals shift from USSD to smartphone-driven financial services

The Group Chief Executive Officer of MTN Group, Ralph Mupita, has signalled a major transition in Africa’s digital financial ecosystem, noting a gradual shift from USSD-based services to smartphone-driven, app-based financial platforms.

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Togo and Poland sign €24 Million agreement to establish security technology centre and advance drone...

Togo and Poland have signed a €24 million financing agreement to establish a Security Technology Centre (CTS) in Lomé, marking a major step in the development of the country’s digital security and emerging drone manufacturing capabilities.

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University of Ghana School of Engineering Sciences explores e-mobility partnership with EV House LTD

The School of Engineering Sciences has hosted a delegation from EV House LTD as part of efforts to explore partnership opportunities in the area of electric mobility education and research.

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Africa urged to shift climate adaptation from commitments to concrete action

The Chair of the African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change (AGN), Nana Dr. Antwi-Boasiako Amoah, has called for urgent and practical action to strengthen climate adaptation efforts across the continent, warning that Africa cannot continue relying on

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Rwanda, United States sign MoU on Strategic Civil Nuclear Cooperation agreement

Rwanda and the United States have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Strategic Civil Nuclear Cooperation on the sidelines of the Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit for Africa (NEISA), marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral collabor

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