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TechSocietal’s 2026 Leadership Fellowship Now Open: Become More Than a Certified Data Protection Officer
Data protection in Nigeria has moved far beyond checkbox compliance. Organisations of every size now confront complex questions involving children’s privacy, artificial intelligence systems, digital identity, cybersecurity threats, financial inclusion data, health information, workplace monitoring, online safety, and responsible innovation.Yet a clear shortage of skilled, ethical, and practical Data Protection Officers persists especially among small…
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Robotics Companies Are Hiring Beyond Engineering: The Career Opportunities Many People Overlook
Imagine a company that builds robots for hospitals, warehouses or factories. Engineers design the machines, develop the software and train the AI systems. But who convinces a hospital to adopt the technology? Who explains the product to potential customers? Who manages the project when a robot arrives at a facility? Who trains the customer, coordinates…
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Applications open for 2027 Impact AI Fellowship in Germany (€5,000 Stipend)
Applications are now open for the Impact AI Fellowship 2027 at the Alexander von Humboldt Institute for Internet and Society (HIIG) in Berlin, offering a fixed €5,000 stipend for a ten-week programme focused on assessing the real-world societal and environmental impacts of “AI for good” applications.This fellowship forms part of HIIG’s transdisciplinary Impact AI research…
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China Mobile International Launches Four-Month Innovation Programme in Kenya
China Mobile International (CMI) has launched a four-month innovation programme in Kenya to connect university students with industry expertise, mentorship and opportunities to develop technology solutions for commercial use. The initiative was unveiled at the CMI Workshop and Hackathon for the Next Generation of Kenyan Innovators, held at the Radisson Blu, Nairobi Arboretum. It brings…
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Federal Government of Nigeria Opens UAV Drone Manufacturing and Training Facility in Kaduna State
Nigeria has taken concrete steps toward technological self-reliance when the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) commissioned the NASCAV Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Training Facility in Kaduna State. Picture Showing Nigerian Crafted Drones on Display at the Commissioning – Photo Credit: NASENI
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Applications open for Africa Impact Academy Cohort 2 for Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa and Zambia (Up to $50,000 Grants)
Applications have opened for the 2nd Cohort of the Africa Impact Academy for Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa and Zambia with up to $50,000 in Grants, Access to World Class Business Mentorship, Resources, Pitching and Investor Access. Photo Credit: MoFund Africa
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Cybernovr Offers 100% Scholarships for Cybersecurity Training Through Its CEAP Programme
The scholarship responds directly to the widening skills gap. As individuals, businesses, and institutions rely more heavily on digital platforms, foundational cybersecurity knowledge has become essential for personal safety, organizational defense, and career opportunities. Photo Credit: Cybernovr
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FG Invests N10.5bn in Digital Training Academy to Equip Over 32,000 Nigerians
This investment forms part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and is being implemented under the Nigeria Education Sector Renewal Initiative (NESRI). Photo Credit: Punchng
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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. Photo Credit: Minister for Education Tunji Alausa -Vanguard
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Applications open for Claude Campus Ambassadors Program 2026 ($3,600 Stipend)
The Claude Campus Ambassador Program 2026 for students and researchers worldwide – $3,600 Stipend, Get API Credits & Lead AI Initiatives on Campus. Photo Credit: Nairaland
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Applications Open for Mastercard and UNDP Young Africa Innovates (YAI) Programme 2026
Young Africa Innovates is a flagship innovation and entrepreneurship programme designed to identify, incubate, and scale high-potential innovations developed by young Nigerians. Photo Credit: Collage Photo – MasterCard/UNDP Logos
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90,000 Cisco Employees given Their Own Personal AI Agent to Train
Giant Cybersecurity and Software Developing company Cisco has rolled out a personal AI agent for all of its 90,000 global employees this week. Photo Credit: AFP Photo
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Call For Applications: Mastercard Foundation × CcHUB GATEWAY Digital Skills Program 2026
The programme is designed to equip young Nigerians with AI-enhanced digital skills, mentorship, portfolio development and gig-work readiness, helping participants build sustainable careers in the digital economy.
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Codar Launches a 50 Million Tech Scholarship for 100 Africans
Codar has Launched its flagship 50 Million Tech Scholarship Initiative to train and empower the next generation of African tech talent. Photo Credit: Codar Africa Programme Flyer
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US Training Nigeria on Drone Technology as Military deepens Security Partnership
The UAS training was led by US Army Sgt. Mark Murphy, an intelligence analyst assigned to the 13th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion. Murphy trained approximately 10 members of the Nigerian Air Force Special Forces Regiment during a session that began with about 45 minutes of instruction before moving into hands-on training. Photo Credit: US Army
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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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Applications are now open for the Nigeria Digital Training Academy (DTA) 2026
The DTA is a government-backed initiative run by the Federal Ministry of Education in partnership with Coursera (and Pluralsight). It provides 32,000 free learning licences to equip Nigerians with world-class digital skills.
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Federal Government and Meta, partner to Launch AI academy offering $5,000 Funding for Nigerian startups
Federal Government of Nigeria, has partnered with Meta and the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy (FMCIDE), through its 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme and the National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR), alongside Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Nigeria (RAIN), to Launch an Artificial Intelligence Academy in Nigeria. Photo Credit: Collage…
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Applications Open for Ideation Hub Africa Masterclass Series 6.0 – How to Apply
Applications are now open for the Ideation Hub Africa (IHA) African Masterclass Series 6.0. If you are a changemaker, social innovator, or NGO leader ready to turn your bold idea into real, scalable impact, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for.
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The impact of Technology on Africa as a Continent greatly Lacking in Technical Knowledge
Despite the great economic potentials Technology posses for Africa, without proper Technical Experts, Skilled Professionals, Tutors and Strong Legislation, the African Continent will not be able to Sustainable implement, safely operate, and maintain new foreign Technologies. Photo Credit: Getty Images
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