July 21
Ethiopia: Research Centers Developing Coffee Varieties That Can Beat Climate Change, Diseases
Ethiopian Herald
In Ethiopia, agriculture is the engine of the economy; it covers over 80% of the economy of the country, employs the majority of the population and contributes significantly to the… Read more »
Africa: African Union Launches Startup Policy Framework to Drive Innovation Across Africa
Capital FM
Accra, Ghana, July 20 - In a groundbreaking move to drive innovation and entrepreneurship across Africa, the African Union (AU) and its partners, including Google and Africa… Read more »
July 18
South Africa: Walking With 'Nomakhayas' - How the Bulungula Incubator Is Creating Change in Wild Coast Communities
spotlight
An innovative health programme is thriving and making a difference in the lives of people in rural Eastern Cape communities. Sue Segar spent time with the project, walking with… Read more »
Uganda: Ugandan Doctor Invents AI Tool for Healthcare
Nile Post
A Ugandan medical doctor and entrepreneur Dr. Shamim Nabuuma has invented a ChatGPT like Artificial Intelligence Chatbot that interprets medical records like laboratory tests,… Read more »
July 17
Kenya: Young Scientists Kenya Empowers Youth Towards Stem Innovations
Capital FM
Young Scientists Kenya [YSK], has received 1,780 project abstracts for its 7th edition of the National Science and Technology Annual Exhibition 2024. Read more »
July 15
Africa: UN WFP Launches Programme to Strenghten Food Security in a Changing Climate Under the Adaptation Fund Climate Innovation Accelerator Partnership
WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has announced a call for applications for its Climate Adaptation Innovation Accelerator Programme, supported by the Adaptation Fund. Read more »
July 12
Nigeria: Nigeria-EU Partnership On Tech Innovation Will Unlock Nigeria's Economy - Govt
Daily Trust
The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, has said the collaboration between European Union (EU) and the federal government will help to enhance research in… Read more »
Africa: Is Artificial Intelligence the Way Forward or Backward? [opinion]
IPS
Contrary to popular belief, artificial intelligence has been a cornerstone of technological progress for much longer than the past few years. Computer scientist Alan Turing brought… Read more »
July 10
Kenya: CS Miano Urges Universities to Prioritize Research, Innovation for Economic Growth, Jobs Creation
Capital FM
Trade Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano has called on universities to prioritize research and innovation to spur economic growth and job creation, while fostering collaboration with… Read more »
July 09
Tunisia: Young Inventors Prize - Tunisian Team of Female Inventors Wins Third Place
Tunis Afrique Presse
A team of four young Tunisian inventors (Khaoula Ben Ahmed, Ghofrane Ayari, Souleima Ben Temime and Sirine Ayari) has won the third Young Inventors Prize awarded by the European… Read more »
July 08
Africa: Power-Hungry AI Is Driving a Surge in Tech Giant Carbon Emissions. Nobody Knows What to Do About It [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Since the release of ChatGPT in November 2022, the world has seen an incredible surge in investment, development and use of artificial intelligence (AI) applications. According to… Read more »
Nigeria: Zamfara Governor Receives NEAPS 2024 Presidential Award On Project Innovation
Premium Times
The Nigeria Excellence in Public Service, NEAPS awards is an initiative of the private sector and the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF). Read more »
June 30
Uganda: Museveni's Brother Warns Youth Against Demonstrations, Calls for Innovation
Nile Post
Nuwagira made these remarks during the grand launch of the Patriotic League PLU Youth Forum, themed "Youth Leadership and Civil Engagement: Building Tomorrow's Leaders Today." Read more »
June 27
South Africa: Cutting Edge Robotic Surgery - Beacons of Excellence At Two Cape Town Public Hospitals
spotlight
Within South Africa's beleaguered public health sector - unsettled by budget cuts, understaffing, and divisive NHI legislation - cutting edge surgical robots that have been used to… Read more »
Africa: Dr. Mosoka Fallah's Strategic Blueprint for Advancing Science and Innovation At Africa CDC [interview]
Africa CDC
Dr. Mosoka Fallah has been recently appointed as the Acting Director for the Science and Innovation Directorate at Africa CDC, marking a significant stride towards enhancing health… Read more »
Southern Africa: UNFPA Launches Groundbreaking Digital Innovation Strategy and Toolkit to Help End FGM and Child Marriage in East and Southern Africa
UNFPA
With the clock ticking towards the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency announced a groundbreaking new… Read more »
June 26
Nigeria: Nsia Announces 26 Start-Ups for $220,000 Accelerator Prize for Innovation
Daily Trust
The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) has announced 26 start-ups expected to participate in the accelerator stage (physical bootcamp) of the NSIA Prize for Innovation… Read more »
June 25
Nigeria: How MTN Is Fostering Innovation, Media Excellence Through Mip At Pau
This Day
To foster innovation and media excellence, MTN Nigeria launched the Media Innovation Programme (MIP), at the School of Media and Communication of the Pan-Atlantic University three… Read more »
June 23
Africa: An Eerie 'Digital Afterlife' Is No Longer Science Fiction. So How Do We Navigate the Risks? [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Imagine a future where your phone pings with a message that your dead father's "digital immortal" bot is ready. This promise of chatting with a virtual version of your loved one -… Read more »
Africa: 7 Key Takeaways From the 'Ai and the Future of Work in Africa' White Paper
Daily Trust
The recent "AI for Community Impact Summit" organised by Microsoft in Johannesburg, South Africa, buzzed with excitement. As a participant, I was particularly thrilled to witness… Read more »
Nigeria: Pistis Foundation, Asumah Brothers, Empowers Street Kids With Sports, Innovation
This Day
This groundbreaking project, conducted as part of its Kids-Off-The-Streets (KOTS), is set to make a lasting impact on the lives of some of the most vulnerable members of the… Read more »
June 21
Sierra Leone: Ecobank's MD Champions Tech Innovation,Fintech Collaboration
Concord
The 2024 Sierra Leone Innovates - Tech Summit took place at the Bintumani Auditorium, bringing together major players from the technology sector to discuss innovation and the vital… Read more »