September 23, 2023
Nigeria: Nigerian Scientist Wins $100,000 Prize for Work in Keeping Newborns Alive
The winning innovations comprise a non-invasive Neonatal Ventilator, an Oxygen Delivery Blender System, and an Oxygen Splitter System, all powered by solar energy. Read more »
September 06, 2023
Nigeria: Shettima Inaugurates Nutrition Council, Wants Innovation and Research Prioritised
"I wish to appeal to all members to prioritise innovation and research in the field of nutrition. We must embrace technology, leverage digital solutions, and invest in research and… Read more »
July 20, 2023
Africa: Interview - Why CJID Is Hosting West Africa Journalism Innovation Conference - Busola Ajibola
The inaugural conference hopes to bring journalists, policymakers, digital technologists, innovators and others to discuss issues that affect journalism and the media in West… Read more »
July 02, 2023
West Africa: Google News VP to Speak At CJID's West Africa Journalism Innovation Conference
"To assure the depth of the information from WAJIC, we diligently brought together experts, mobilizers, and significant actors from numerous fields worldwide." Read more »
June 22, 2023
West Africa: 768 Delegates Apply to Attend CJID West Africa Journalism Innovation Conference
WAJIC will convene media and other stakeholders to reassess its approaches to content production, distribution, and financial sustainability. Read more »
June 21, 2023
Nigeria: CJID Announces Conference On Accountability Journalism, Innovation
The conference will feature workshops, expert panels and explore media innovations and technological tools that can fortify journalism practice in the African region. Read more »
Nigeria: Meet Nigerian Innovation-Driven Companies Using E-Mobility to Redefine Green Transportation
Green transportation is one of the top ways to reduce carbon emissions, as environmental impacts are not limited to just planting trees. Read more »
May 23, 2023
Africa: Hilda Baci, Others to Discuss Business Innovation At UBA Africa Conversations
"These intelligent women will speak on how they have succeeded at their craft overtime," the statement said. Read more »
May 11, 2023
Nigeria: Innovation Index - Nigeria Ranks 113th Globally, As Unilag Launches Initiative to Rewrite History
Described as a support system for building a sustainable innovation ecosystem in Nigeria, UNILAG Vice-Chancellor, Folasade Ogunsola, said I2M is aimed at addressing the challenges… Read more »
April 18, 2023
Nigeria: Nigerian University Develops 'Climate Smart' Goat Farming
The university said meat derived from the breeds is the healthiest of all red meats, having low fat, calories, low cholesterol, and high in protein. Read more »
April 03, 2023
Nigeria: Explainer - How to Spot Deepfake Audio Clips Blended By Artificial Intelligence Tools
Some Nigerian disinformation experts have deployed audio-based deepfake technology to fake sensitive conversations of political figures, stirring controversies. Read more »
November 23, 2022
Nigeria: Three Nigerian Innovators, Others Shortlisted for African Award
The three Nigerians are part of a group of 16 African innovators, spanning 10 countries, who will compete for the £25,000 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation. Read more »
October 06, 2022
Nigeria: Nigeria to Establish Six Innovation Centres
The centres are aimed at establishing a framework for consultation, sharing experiences, information and practices as well as creating a conducive environment amongst scientists. Read more »
June 14, 2022
Nigeria: Shortly Before His Death, Pau Dean Inspires Beneficiaries of MTN Media Innovation
Mr Okolo, who reportedly died in an accident on June 5, 2022, was one of the media scholars who engaged the fellows during the first in-session. Read more »