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Maple Global Innovation Fellowship 2026: Building a Global Network for AI and Innovation Talent
The Maple Global Innovation Fellowship 2026 is a selective international programme launched by the Maple AI Innovation Foundation. This Canadian nonprofit focuses on advancing responsible, human-centered, ethical, and sustainable artificial intelligence. The fellowship aims to create a strong global network of innovators who can discover talent, connect ecosystems, and drive meaningful progress in AI, robotics,…
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Call for Applications: Green Africa Associates SDGs Innovations Fellowship 2026
Are you a young African with bold ideas to tackle poverty, climate change, inequality, or other pressing challenges through innovation and green entrepreneurship? The Green Africa Associates SDGs Innovations Fellowship 2026 is now open for applications. This prestigious programme, run by Green Africa Associates (part of Green Africa Associates & Alliances), seeks talented, action-oriented young…
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Applications open for Pitch Perfect Africa 2026 Innovation Fellowship for African Health Entrepreneurs
Applications are now open for Pitch Perfect Africa 2026, a competitive pitch opportunity supporting early-stage African health entrepreneurs developing innovative solutions to health challenges across the continent. Now in its second year, the program is organized by the Health Innovation Hub (H2i) under the Africa Health Collaborative, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation. It selects…
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FG says 19,723 Nigerians out of 72,850 applicants qualify for first Digital Training Academy cohort
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced that 19,723 Nigerians have qualified for the first cohort of its Digital Training Academy (DTA), following a strong nationwide response that saw 72,850 applications submitted from across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.Mr Adebayo Onigbanjo, National Coordinator of the Special Programme Operations and Implementation Unit at…
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NITDA Calls for Trust, Transparency and Accountability in Nigeria’s Digital Governance
Nigeria’s digital transformation will only succeed if it is built on trust, transparency, inclusion and accountability, according to the Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE.Inuwa made the remarks at the Multi-Stakeholder Coordinating Group (MSCG) meeting on Digital Governance in Abuja, themed “Strengthening Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration for Inclusive Digital Governance in…
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Call for Applications: Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) Fund – Up to USD 1.5 Million in Funding
The Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) Fund is currently accepting applications for its open innovation funding programme. Designed as an evidence-driven discovery engine for global development, the Fund supports solutions with the potential to cost-effectively improve the lives of millions of people living in poverty in low- and middle-income countries. Building on the proven model originally…
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Sandbox Africa Hackathon 2026: Build Practical Tech Solutions and Compete for ₦10 Million in Cash Prizes
African technology builders, developers, engineering students, AI enthusiasts, robotics innovators, and hardware creators are invited to take part in the Sandbox Africa Hackathon 2026. This competition challenges participants to move beyond pure ideas and deliver working prototypes that solve real-world problems across software, artificial intelligence, robotics, embedded systems, and hardware. The hackathon emphasises practical technology…
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Kenya and Italy Deepen Digital Partnership to Accelerate Konza Technopolis Development
Kenya is seeking to deepen its digital cooperation with Italy as the two countries explore new opportunities to accelerate the development of Konza Technopolis and expand digital infrastructure across the country. Photo Credit: Wanja Kingsley
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3-Days to GITEX Nigeria 2026: What to Expect at Africa’s Biggest AI and Tech Showcasing Programme
GITEX Nigeria 2026 kicks off, positioning itself as West Africa’s largest technology, AI, and Startup showcase widely regarded as the continent’s most significant platforms for digital transformation. Photo Credit: GITEX NIGERIA 2026 OFFICIAL FLYER
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SMEDAN and Zoho Launch N20Billion Digital Technology Support For 25,000 MSMEs
SMEDAN has partnered with global technology company Zoho to provide up to ₦20 billion in digital technology support for as many as 25,000 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the country. Photo Credit: SMEDAN
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Google Cloud Launches Gemini Enterprise AI Platform for Financial Services
Google Cloud has unveiled Gemini Enterprise for Financial Services, a purpose-built agentic artificial intelligence solution designed to help financial institutions automate research, improve workflows and make faster, data-driven decisions. Photo Credit: Shutterstock
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STAR ⭐20-year-old Nigerian Inventor Develops AI-Powered Smart glasses to help Blind people navigate independently
STAR ⭐ Nigerian Inventor Khalifa Aminu, a 20-year-old self-taught inventor from Kano, Nigeria, has developed an AI-powered smart glass designed to help visually impaired people detect obstacles, navigate independently, and stay connected to caregivers. Photo Credit: SEEDUFY TECH STAR ⭐ AFRICA
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Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge 2026 (Up To $15,000 In Funding)
Applications are now open for the Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge 2026, an international funding opportunity for young founders developing innovative solutions to social and environmental challenges.
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360 Woman Africa Conference 2026: Designing Women’s Relevance in an AI-Intelligent World
360 Woman Africa is a personal leadership and enterprise development non-profit founded in 2016 by Dr. Yvonne Chioma Ofodile. Its mission is to enhance gender equality and inclusion by equipping women with the personal, leadership, and business skills needed for global relevance. Photo Credit: 360 Woman Africa
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Benue State Launch Startup ACT to Unlock and Boost Youth Enterprise, Innovation
The Startup Act is sponsored by the Group Managing Director of BIPC, Dr. Raymond Asemakaha CFA as a dedicated legal framework aimed at nurturing startups, promoting innovation and unlocking youth-led enterprise and wealth creation across the Benue Economy. Photo Credit: BIPC
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Applications Open for African Union Enterprise Africa Network (EAN) Programme Cohort 2 (2026/27)
The programme targets youth- and women-led enterprises that are formally registered and operating in AU Member States. It is designed for established businesses (not pure early-stage ideas) with growth potential, especially those prepared or preparing for cross-border trade. Photo Credit: African Union
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Call for Applications: Wema Bank Hackaholics 2026 (up to 200 Million Funding)
Wema Bank has officially opened applications for Hackaholics 2026 (also referred to as Hackaholics 7.0)
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Applications Open for the 2nd Edition of the AfCFTA Digital Innovation Challenge 2026
Applications are open for the second edition of the AfCFTA Digital Innovation Challenge 2026.The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat launched the challenge to identify, nurture, and scale practical digital tools that advance the AfCFTA Protocol on Digital Trade and the Protocol on Women and Youth in Trade.
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Borno Secondary School Students Develop Robot Teacher “Max Zulum” for Schools, insecure Communities
The prototype, named “Max Zulum” after Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, was displayed on Tuesday at the graduation ceremony of the “Empowering Ideas, Empowering Communities” Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bootcamp and Data‑Analytics Fellowship. Photo Credit: Aliyu Umar
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NANS Opens Applications for NANSInnovate 2026: A Major Opportunity for Nigerian Student Entrepreneurs
NANSInnovate 2026 aims to bridge a persistent gap as many brilliant student ideas never move beyond the classroom because of limited access to capital, networks, and practical support.
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