African leaders Approve Continental AI Strategy

A significant milestone in Africa’s digital journey was achieved as ICT and communications ministers across the continent approved the Continental Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy and African Digital Compact. These initiatives aim to unlock Africa’s potential in digital technologies and accelerate its digital transformation.

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BYD, Ampersand Partner for EV Bikes in Africa

Ampersand and BYD have signed a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on decarbonising Africa’s commercial motorbike transport system. This strategic partnership will see Ampersand, the leading EV energy tech company based in Kigali, purchase BYD’s high-tech battery cells to manufacture around 40,000 electric motorcycles by the end of 2026. The long-term goal is to electrify a substantial portion of Africa’s 30 million commercial motorbikes, driving sustainable growth across the continent.

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