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AI Is Speeding Up Drug Discovery — What It Could Mean for Africa
AI is helping scientists identify drug targets and design medicines faster. From AlphaFold to African research centres, here's how it could change healthcare and drug costs.
Gates Foundation's $1 Billion AI Investment: What It Could Mean for Africa
The Gates Foundation will invest at least $1 billion in AI for health, education, agriculture and digital infrastructure. Here's what it could mean for Africa over the next decade.
Nigeria Turns a Recovered Corruption Asset Into NDPC Headquarters — Why It Matters for Data Protection and Digital Fraud
Nigeria has converted an EFCC-recovered property into the NDPC's permanent headquarters. Here's what a stronger data regulator could mean for privacy, scams and the country's digital economy.
Shuttlers Pod Takes on Bolt and inDrive After Uber's Nigeria Exit
Shuttlers Pod will pick Lagos commuters up from different homes and drop them at individual destinations. Can shared door-to-door rides work where Uber exited?
Humanoid Robots Are Coming to Africa — But Can Africans Afford Them?
Chery's Kemi humanoid robot has sparked debate in Nigeria over its reported ₦63 million price. Robotics could transform African factories, healthcare and homes, but cost and jobs remain major hurdles.
Who Audits AI Companies? Anthropic Wants Independent Evaluators Inside Frontier AI Labs
Anthropic wants stronger independent evaluation of advanced AI models. We examine how third-party AI audits could work and what they mean for regulation.
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Free Siemens Solar Training Opens for Nigerians — How to Apply
Siemens Energy, GIZ and partners are offering free Solar PV training in Nigeria. Here is why graduates and young professionals should consider the renewable-energy opportunity.
Nvidia Is Buying Hugging Face for $12.9 Billion And That Could Change Who Controls AI
Nvidia has reportedly agreed to acquire Hugging Face for $12.9 billion. Here is why the deal could give Nvidia influence over open-source AI models, datasets and the software layer beyond GPUs.
iPhone 18 Launch Date Confirmed: What Apple Will Unveil on September 9 and How Much Nigerians Could Pay
Apple has confirmed its September 9, 2026 event. Here is what to expect from the iPhone 18 Pro, foldable iPhone Ultra, Apple Watch and AirPods, plus estimated Nigeria prices.
How to Buy Dangote Refinery Shares From Its IPO
Dangote Refinery is preparing for its NGX IPO. Here is how Nigerians can buy shares safely through NGX Invest, regulated brokers and legitimate investment apps.
WhatsApp Makes Parental Controls Easier on iPhone: What African Parents Need to Know
WhatsApp is making parent-managed accounts easier to set up on iPhone. Learn how WhatsApp parental controls work, what parents can monitor, and how Nigerian and African families can protect children online.
Airtel and Starlink Launch Satellite-to-Phone Service in Africa
Airtel and Starlink have launched satellite-to-phone connectivity in the DRC, bringing mobile coverage to areas beyond traditional network towers.
Moove Raises $250 Million: How a Lagos Startup Became a Global Mobility Powerhouse
Nigerian-founded mobility fintech Moove has raised $250 million at a $2.1 billion valuation. Here's how a startup that began in Lagos grew into a global mobility and autonomous vehicle company.
Africa's New Unicorns: Why Moove's Rise Matters Beyond Fintech
Africa's unicorn club remains dominated by fintech, but Moove's $2.1 billion valuation signals growing opportunities for mobility, e-commerce and other tech sectors.