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Month: July 2026
World Bank GovTech Innovation Challenge 2026
The World Bank GovTech Innovation Challenge 2026 stands out as a powerful platform for driving meaningful change. Photo Credit: Stock Photo
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Rwanda Launches Digital Talent Program to Equip 20,000 Youth with In-Demand Digital Skills
Rwandan Digital Training Program is for young Rwandan Cityzens passionate about technology, this is a tremendous opportunity to gain world-class skills at no cost. Photo Courtesy: File Photo
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Airtel Africa to Connect 5,000 Schools to Free Internet by 2027
Airtel Africa Foundation is advancing inclusive development across four strategic pillars, Financial Inclusion, Education, Environmental Sustainability and Digital Inclusion with the announcement of connecting 5000 African Schools to Free Internet. Photo Credit: Airtel Africa Foundation
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How Nigerian Students Can Participate in Next Year’s 2027 International STEM Olympiad
Nigerian team at the International STEM Olympiad Grand Finale in Rome, Italy, after the Mathematics and Science competitions involving participants from over 150 countries…Photo Credit: X / winexviv
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ECOWAS Youth Entrepreneurship Programme (EYEP) 2026 With up to $15,000 in Grants for Young Entrepreneurs across Africa
The ECOWAS Youth Entrepreneurship Programme (EYEP) 2026, part of the broader ECOWAS Youth and Women’s Entrepreneurship Programme (EYWEP) offering grants of up to USD 15,000 in Funding
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Mitsubishi Joins the Global Robot Race, Plans to Manufacture and Deploy Humanoid Workers in 2027
Highlanders CEO Hiroya Masuoka, left, and Mitsubishi Motors CEO Takao Kato show a memorandum of understanding, joined by Highlanders’ humanoid robot prototype N and a four-legged robot. (NAOTO OKAMURA/AUTOMOTIVE NEWS)
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Nigerian Lawmakers Advance National E-Health Bill to Digitize Healthcare
The National E-Health Bill, is a legislative proposal designed to modernise healthcare delivery through the adoption of digital technologies. Photo Credit: PunchNg
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Applications Open for UN Africa–Japan Innovation Programme for Youth and Women in Africa (Fully Funded)
UNITAR Innovation Programme is Supported by the Government and People of Japan, the initiative seeks to foster stronger Africa–Japan partnerships while equipping participants to develop scalable, investment-ready solutions that address pressing social and economic challenges.
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World’s first Surgery using Teleoperated Humanoid Robots Successfully Conducted by US Team
Researchers have achieved a world first teleoperated humanoid robot surgery involving gallbladder removal completed by a human-robot team, with a surgeon assisting a humanoid robot, and a second operation carried out by two humanoid robots working together.
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Google Plead for Dialogue as Nigerian Government Investigates Major Tech Firms
A Google representative has reaffirmed the company’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s digital economy, particularly its media and creative sectors. Photo Credit: Google
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Chinese President Xi calls for advancing Chinese modernization through sci-tech innovation
Chinese President Xi Jinping calls for accelerated efforts to achieve high-level self-reliance and strength in science and technology, and leverage sci-tech innovation to underpin and drive Chinese modernization. Photo Credit: Beijing Post
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African Union CIEFFA 2026 Online Capacity Building Training in Digital Skills, STEAM, Financial Literacy, and Entrepreneurship
Organized by the African Union International Centre for Girls’ and Women’s Education in Africa (AU CIEFFA) in partnership with ImpactHER, this fully funded 2016 online program empowers participants with gender-responsive, cutting-edge training.
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Nigerian Government suspends Enforcement of new internet Platform, Digital Economy Regulations
The Federal Government has suspended the enforcement of new regulations affecting internet platforms, online intermediaries and other cross-cutting digital economy issues pending the completion of a national policy review. Photo Credit: Punchng
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Call For Applications: Deloitte Academy’s Cyber Security Programme 2026
The programme is organised by Deloitte Nigeria to develop the next generation of cybersecurity professionals capable of addressing emerging digital security challenges. Photo Credit: I-Stock Photos
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Algeria Launches National Digital Services Center to Strengthen Digital Sovereignty
Algeria has officially inaugurated the Algerian National Center for Digital Services. Photo Credit: Samad Wassam
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Three Nigerian students win gold at International STEM Olympiad in Rome
Representing Team Nigeria, Chimdiebube Onwubiko, Don Anele Munachimso and Onyedikachi Egejurum in Rome Italy. Photo Credit: X / Alex Onyia
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Autonomous Robots Are the Next Frontier in Clearing Underwater Mines in the Strait of Hormuz
Equipped with advanced sonar, artificial intelligence, and high-resolution mapping systems, these robotic platforms can detect, classify, and help neutralize underwater mines. Photo Credit: AFP
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President Tinubu Orders FCCPC to Probe Meta, Google, Others Over Alleged Media Exploitation
The petition accused global technology firms, including Meta, Alphabet, X (formerly Twitter), and some Generative AI platforms, of engaging in practices that allegedly distort competition, threaten the economic sustainability of Nigerian media organisations and infringe on the rights of publishers and content creators. Photo Credit: Google Photos
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Google Play Launch $1 Million Indie Games Fund for Sub-Saharan African Developers – How to Apply
Indie Games Fund for Africa is a $1 million initiative designed to empower independent game developers across the region. Photo Credit: Stock Photo
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IFC SME Growth Accelerator Grant 2026 – Up to $1.5 Million for Emerging Market SMEs
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the engines of economic growth, job creation, and innovation in emerging markets. Yet, many high-potential businesses struggle with access to the capital and expertise needed to scale. Enter the International Finance Corporation (IFC) SME Growth Accelerator 2026 — a powerful grant program designed to bridge that gap. What is…
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