The recent endorsement of the "Continental Artificial Intelligence Strategy" by the African Union's Executive Council is a significant step towards accelerating AI adoption across Africa. This transformative plan is designed to foster innovation and drive economic growth by integrating AI into public and private sectors within member states. The urgency of this initiative is underscored…
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Nairobi's newest restaurant is capturing attention with its innovative use of robots named Nadia and Claire as part of its service team. These robots glide seamlessly between tables, delivering orders with precision and efficiency. Customers place their orders via a QR code, which alerts human servers when food is ready to be loaded onto the…
X faces imminent ban in Brazil, formerly known as Twitter, is poised for a potential ban in Brazil after failing to comply with a judicial order to appoint a new legal representative. The order stems from a prolonged conflict between X and Brazilian Supreme Court Judge Alexandre de Moraes, who has demanded the suspension…
Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, is under formal investigation in France over alleged connections to organised crime activities facilitated by the messaging app. French authorities have placed Durov under judicial supervision, requiring a €5 million deposit, bi-weekly check-ins at a police station, and restricting him from leaving France. The investigation focuses on…
Tales of Kenzera: ZAU is a 2024 Metroidvania video game that has become a shining example of what passionate development and creativity can achieve. Developed by Surgent Studios and published under Electronic Arts' EA Originals label, ZAU was released on April 23, 2024, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S. The game's…
China and 26 African countries have committed to enhancing partnerships and fostering innovation in the digital sector. China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology hosted the Forum on China-Africa Digital Cooperation, which was held on July 29 in Beijing. Senegal's Minister of Telecommunications, Alioune Sall, expressed optimism about the upcoming changes. "This digital cooperation between…
The tech industry has seen a remarkable rise in women taking on leadership roles and finding immense satisfaction in their careers. A critical factor in this success is the growing recognition of diverse perspectives' value to innovation. Women are not only thriving but also reshaping the landscape of technology. According to AND Digital's Rewards &…
No-code development platforms, which empower software creation through graphical user interfaces and drag-and-drop configurations without traditional coding, hold immense promise for Africa. These platforms, by putting the power in the hands of local tech teams, enable them to design software applications tailored to their organizations' needs. This not only enhances efficiency and reduces costs but…
Rwanda's fashion industry has flourished in recent years, largely thanks to the contributions of talented female entrepreneurs. Despite numerous challenges, these women have shown remarkable resilience, creativity, and business acumen. This article highlights 15 outstanding female entrepreneurs transforming Rwanda's fashion landscape. Pioneering Women in Rwandan Fashion Sonia Mugabo: Founder of her namesake brand, Mugabo's designs…
TikTok's revelation of offering a 'kill switch' to the US government in 2022, aimed at addressing data protection and national security concerns, has sparked a significant legal battle. This move came to light as TikTok and its parent company ByteDance initiated legal action against a new law that mandates ByteDance to sell TikTok or face…