Nigeria is taking a bold step in the application of artificial intelligence by using it not only as a driver for economic growth but also as a powerful tool to preserve its indigenous languages. At GITEX Nigeria in Abuja, the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, emphasized that the country’s AI efforts…
T2, formerly known as 9Mobile, has taken a bold step in redefining its market position through a landmark multi-million-dollar partnership with Huawei. The Nigerian telco, which recently recorded its first subscriber growth in nearly two years, aims to transform its core network infrastructure with cutting-edge technologies that enhance capacity, resilience, and security. This move signifies…
Malawi has taken a significant step forward in strengthening its national identity and travel systems with the official launch of electronic passports (e-passports). The Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services confirmed that the new travel documents are embedded with encrypted chips and advanced security features, aligning with International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) standards. This initiative…
Djibouti Telecom has unveiled plans to extend its Djibouti Africa Regional Express 1 (DARE1) subsea cable system further south along Africa’s east coast, a move that is set to transform regional connectivity. The extension will significantly strengthen Africa’s digital infrastructure and support the continent’s surging demand for high-capacity, low-latency services driven by cloud providers, enterprises,…
Cameroon Telecommunications (Camtel) has launched a nationwide campaign designed to revitalize fixed line services and extend fiber connectivity to households and businesses across the country. Unveiled during the Camtel Actu radio program on August 30, 2025, this initiative seeks to reaffirm the importance of fixed line phones in a market largely dominated by mobile technology….
Nigerian startup ZippCart is pioneering smart, offline-first self-checkout solutions designed for retail stores in emerging markets, starting with Africa. Founded in early 2025, ZippCart addresses long-standing inefficiencies in African retail, including long queues, slow manual checkouts, and outdated infrastructure. The device attaches directly to shopping carts, allowing customers to scan items as they shop, track…
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and Japanese drone manufacturer Aerosense Inc. have formalized a partnership to advance drone technology initiatives across Africa. The agreement, marked by a Letter of Intent signed at the ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development in Yokohama, establishes a framework for cooperation, information sharing, and exploration of co-financing opportunities….
Schneider Electric is empowering local IT solution providers in Nigeria to meet the growing demand for artificial intelligence by delivering AI infrastructure that is high-performing, secure, scalable, and sustainable. Through its EcoStruxure™ platform and AI-ready data centre solutions, the company is equipping Nigerian businesses across fintech, manufacturing, and telecommunications with the physical infrastructure necessary to…
