Global Tech Layoffs Hit 30,700 as Companies Pivot to AI, Automation
The global technology sector has recorded at least 30,700 job losses in the opening weeks of 2026, as companies accelerate restructuring plans centred on artificial intelligence and automation, according to a new report by RationalFX. The report, which aggregates data from multiple layoff trackers and regulatory filings, noted that the early cuts follow a […]
Nigeria Eyes Global Tech Leadership as Singapore Envoy Engages NITDA on AI, Digital Governance
Nigeria is sharpening its ambition for global technology leadership as the Non-Resident High Commissioner of the Republic of Singapore to Nigeria paid a strategic visit to the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) in Abuja, opening talks on artificial intelligence, digital governance, and emerging technologies. The high-level engagement, held on Tuesday at NITDA’s headquarters, signalled […]
Google Backs African Languages With Open-Source AI Speech Database
Google has joined efforts to localise artificial intelligence for Africa by collaborating with leading universities and research institutions across the continent to launch WAXAL, a large open-source speech database designed to accelerate the development of voice-based AI for African languages. The initiative brings together African institutions including Makerere University in Uganda, the University of Ghana, […]
African Governments Urged to Put People First in AI Reforms to Avoid Deepening Inequality
A leading technology expert has warned African governments that Artificial Intelligence (AI) reforms risk failing or worsening inequality if they are driven solely by technology without putting human behaviour at the centre of policy design. The call was made by Adeoye Abodunrin, a Technology Expert and Africa AI Transformations Coach, who urged governments, policymakers and […]
Managing AI Agents Will Be a Critical Workforce Skill Within 5 Years — KPMG Report
A KPMG Global Tech Report 2026 reveals that 92% of global tech leaders believe managing AI agents will be a critical skill within five years as organisations race toward AI maturity.
Andela Acquires Woven to Boost AI-Native Engineering Assessments
Andela has acquired technical assessment firm Woven to strengthen AI-native engineering evaluations as enterprise demand for deployable AI talent accelerates.
Nigeria Leads Global AI Adoption With 88% of Adults Using Chatbots — Google Report
A new Google and Ipsos report shows Nigeria leading global AI adoption, with 88% of adults using AI chatbots for learning, work, and entrepreneurship, far above the global average.
Nigeria Emerges as Global Leader in AI Adoption, Google–Ipsos Report Finds
A new Google report shows Nigeria leading global AI adoption, with widespread use across learning, work, and entrepreneurship, far exceeding global averages.
Gates Foundation, OpenAI Launch $50m AI Program to Strengthen African Health Systems
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and OpenAI have unveiled a $50 million AI partnership, Horizon1000, to improve primary healthcare delivery across African clinics, starting in Rwanda.
Elon Musk Seeks Up to $134 Billion in Damages From OpenAI and Microsoft Over Nonprofit Dispute
Elon Musk is demanding up to $134 billion from OpenAI and Microsoft, alleging he was defrauded after the AI firm abandoned its nonprofit mission. The case is headed for a US jury trial.
