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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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Top 5 Wearable AI Technology Gadgets in 2026 with Prices
Wearable AI Devices deliver practical, everyday value through real-time assistance, health insights, memory augmentation, and seamless integration.
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African Women deploying Drones and Artificial Intelligence to Protect Africa’s Wildlife
Female Rangers in Africa are taking to the skies with drones to reshape conservation through AI, digital systems and nature’s own “wild innovation”, across Africa. Photo Credit: Safari Photos
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Google and Idris Elba Team up to Provide $1 Million to expand AI access for 100,000 African Creators
Google and award-winning actor and entrepreneur Idris Elba have announced a $1 million initiative aimed at expanding AI access for 100,000 African creators. Photo Credit: Idris Elba/2025 BET Award Red Carpet
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Google Africa Opens Applications for Fully Funded 2026 Google AI Lab
Google Africa Applied AI Lab is an initiative to collaborate with and support African founders, researchers, and entrepreneurs interested in building next-gen AI products. Photo Credit: Program Flyer Photo
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Kenya and Egypt Deepen Digital Cooperation with Focus on AI and Cybersecurity
The discussions focused on knowledge sharing and capacity-building initiatives aimed at accelerating innovation, expanding digital inclusion, and enhancing the two countries’ digital capabilities. Photo Credit: File Photo
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Wetech Opens Applications for Cohort 2 of Fully Funded Google Career Certificate Scholarships for African Women: Apply Now
This initiative, in partnership with Grow with Google and Coursera, offers young African women a life-changing opportunity to gain practical, job-ready skills in high demand tech fields completely free of charge.
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Call for Applications: START by Triift Africa 2026 Accelerator for Student Entrepreneurs and Recent Graduates
This 6-week program equips participants with the tools, skills, and connections to transform early-stage ideas into viable, scalable businesses. PHOTO CREDIT: Triift Flyer Photo
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Bank of England to Introduce AI ‘Kill Switch’ to Prevent Market Meltdown
The Bank of England is now exploring a regulatory “kill switch” that could immediately halt AI-powered financial systems if they begin to threaten market stability. Photo Credit: Shutterstock
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SMEDAN Secures $12 Million Korean Funding to Boost Startups in Nigeria
The funding, unveiled during the celebration of World MSME Day, will be used to establish a modern Skills Acquisition Centre that will equip aspiring entrepreneurs with vocational, technical, and business management skills. Photo Credit: SMEDAN
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Applications Open for the World Internet Conference Global Youth Leadership Program 2026
The World Internet Conference (WIC) 2026 Global Youth Leadership Program (GYLP) empowers the next generation of digital leaders and provides unparalleled opportunities to connect with top minds in technology and governance.
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FG Unveils AI Scaling Hub, Secures $7.5 Million Fund to Drive Public Sector Innovation
The launch of the Nigeria AI Scaling Hub reflects a strategic commitment to building an AI-powered future where government institutions, startups, researchers, and technology partners can collaborate to develop practical, scalable AI solutions. Photo Credit: Punchng
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