Enugu Tech Festival to Drive Innovation and Investment
The Enugu State Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology has announced plans to host the inaugural Enugu Tech Festival (ETF). Scheduled to take place from May 6 to May 9, 2025, at the International Conference Centre, Enugu, this landmark event aims to accelerate technological advancement and establish the state as a leading innovation hub in […]
Nigeria to Ban Solar Panel Imports, Boost Local Production for Clean Energy Transition
Nigeria to Ban Solar Panel Imports to Strengthen Local Manufacturing The federal government has announced its decision to ban solar panel imports as part of a broader effort to promote local manufacturing and accelerate Nigeria’s clean energy transition. Minister of Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, revealed this plan during the unveiling of the NEV T6 […]
Namibia Produces Its First Green Hydrogen, Leading Africa’s Clean Energy Transition
Namibia Achieves a Milestone in Green Hydrogen Production Namibia has taken a groundbreaking step in the renewable energy sector by producing its first green hydrogen at the HyIron Oshivela project. This achievement reinforces the country’s position as a key player in green hydrogen in Namibia, a growing industry that promises to drive Africa’s transition to […]
Biofuels: A Key Solution to Africa’s Energy Access Gap in the Green Transition
Biofuels in Africa’s Green Transition – A Game Changer for Energy Access Africa faces a pressing energy challenge, with millions lacking reliable electricity and clean cooking solutions. Biofuels in Africa’s green transition offer a sustainable pathway to bridge this gap, reducing dependence on fossil fuels while promoting environmental conservation. As bioenergy gains traction, its role […]
West Africa Leads Africa’s Startup Funding with $5.8 Billion Since 2019
West Africa Startup Funding Hits $5.8 Billion Since 2019 West Africa startup funding has been the driving force behind Africa’s tech revolution, attracting more investments than any other region since 2019. According to Africa: The Big Deal, the region has secured an impressive $5.8 billion, accounting for 36% of all startup funding on the continent […]
First Robotic Surgery in West Africa: Professor Kingsley Ekwueme Performs Historic Prostate Cancer Procedure
Professor Kingsley Ekwueme Performs First Robotic Surgery in West Africa In a groundbreaking medical advancement, Professor Kingsley Ekwueme has successfully performed the first robotic surgery in West Africa on a prostate cancer patient. The procedure, which took place in Lagos, was carried out using the state-of-the-art Da Vinci Robot, a globally renowned system for minimally […]
Africa’s First AI Factory Powered by Nvidia to Launch in 2025
Africa’s First AI Factory Powered by Nvidia to Launch in 2025 Africa’s first AI factory is coming soon, thanks to a strategic partnership between Cassava Technologies and Nvidia Corp. Founded by Zimbabwean billionaire Strive Masiyiwa, Cassava Technologies will integrate Nvidia’s advanced AI computing and software into its data centers. The first deployment will take place […]
Google Enhances Gemini AI with Canvas and Audio Overview for Smarter Content Creation
Google Gemini AI Updates: Introducing Canvas and Audio Overview Google has unveiled two innovative features for its Gemini AI model—Canvas and Audio Overview. These new tools are designed to enhance content creation, coding, and information consumption, making Gemini an even more powerful AI assistant. Dave Citron, Senior Director of Product Management for Gemini Apps, emphasized […]
Microsoft Warns of New Malware, StilachiRAT, Targeting Crypto Wallets
StilachiRAT: A Growing Threat to Cryptocurrency Users Microsoft has identified StilachiRAT, a dangerous remote access trojan (RAT) designed to steal data from cryptocurrency wallets and web browsers. The malware actively scans Google Chrome for wallet extensions, targeting at least 20 digital wallets, including: MetaMask Trust Wallet Phantom Coinbase BNB Chain Bitget Wallet Once it detects […]
The First Webcam Was Invented in 1991 to Monitor a Coffee Pot
In the early days of computer science, researchers at the University of Cambridge’s Computer Laboratory faced a frustrating issue—checking the status of the office coffee pot required a walk to the break room, only to sometimes find it empty. This minor inconvenience sparked an unexpected technological innovation that would later become one of the most […]
