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Author: Cynthia Ogechi
Nigeria Signs AI Crop Monitoring Deal with Morocco
Nigeria is taking a bold step toward modernizing its agriculture sector. On July 18, 2026, the Federal Government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Ben Guerir, Morocco, to deploy a satellite- and AI-powered crop monitoring platform. This initiative aims to deliver real-time intelligence on agricultural land, crop distribution, production performance, and food security risks…
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Tanzanian Female Innovators Showcase Rescue Robot at African STEM Event
Three talented Tanzanian secondary school girls have earned widespread recognition across Africa by presenting a set of innovative, practical engineering projects. Their creations include an advanced disaster rescue robot, an affordable cooling fan tailored for low-income homes, and a working prototype of a mini excavator. These achievements reflect a growing wave of youth-driven innovation and…
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Kenya and China Signs Partnership to Expand Global Opportunities for Digital Creators
The Kenya–China partnership could accelerate this momentum by providing mentorship, funding opportunities, business incubation programs, and international networking opportunities that help young entrepreneurs scale their creative ventures. Photo Credit: William Kabogo Gitau, Facebook Post
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WomenPower 2030 Seed Grant 2026: $5000 Empowering Women in Nigeria & Sierra Leone to Lead Sustainable Change
WomenPower2030 Seed Grant is part of the WomenPower2030: Feminist Accelerate Actions for Sustainable Development initiative. The program is designed to strengthen the leadership and influence of feminist organizations by supporting projects that promote gender-just climate action, inclusive governance, and sustainable development.
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United Nations & Nigerian Government seek innovative financing to fast-track SDGs before 2030
Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Bagudu, said with only a few years left to attain the SDGs, governments and development partners must move beyond planning to implementation while mobilising private capital to bridge the financing gap. Photo Credit – Punchng
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Microsoft Calls for Increased AI Skills investment in Nigeria’s Public Sector
Microsoft has called for greater investment in the skills and capabilities of Nigeria’s public sector workforce. Photo Credit: SHUTTERSTOCK
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Malawi Wins World Summit Global Award for Digital Innovation in E-Government
Malawi emerge Winners in E-Government Category at the prestigious World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prizes 2026 for developing popularly known Offline Digital ID for Governance. Photo Credit: World Summit 2026
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Kenya Positions Learners for AI Future with Nationwide Digital Classroom Rollout
The programme, launched by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki at Kaptarkok Junior Secondary School, is being implemented under the Kenya Digital Economy Acceleration Project (KDEAP) with support from the World Bank. Photo Credit: File Photo
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Mozambique Boosts Disaster Response with Drone Technology
Mozambique takes a significant step toward strengthening its disaster management capabilities by expanding the use of drone technology in emergency preparedness and response. Photo Credit:Tech Valley
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Egypt and Rwanda Move to Strengthen AI and Digital Transformation Cooperation
The two countries have explored opportunities to implement pilot AI projects in priority sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, local language technologies and digital government services, with the aim of delivering practical and measurable development outcomes across the continent. Photo Credit: AFP
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