WhatsApp continues its streak of innovations with the introduction of a voice message transcription feature, designed to make the app more convenient and accessible
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Malawi is taking a significant step toward securing its energy future by constructing its first battery-energy storage system. This critical project aims to protect the nation’s electricity grid from the impacts of extreme weather, including cyclones, which have severely disrupted power supply in recent years. Why It Matters Malawi’s energy grid heavily depends on hydropower,…
The push for EV adoption aligns with Ghana’s climate goals and global efforts to reduce carbon emissions. However, these hurdles risk slowing the nation’s progress and leaving it behind in the global shift to sustainable mobility.
A collaboration between OpenAI, Meta, and Orange SA aims to address the underrepresentation of African languages in artificial intelligence (AI) by developing models tailored to the continent’s diverse linguistic landscape. Why This Matters Africa is home to nearly a third of the world's languages, with thousands of dialects, yet these languages are largely absent from…
A recent documentary suggests that Ignatova, also known as the “Cryptoqueen,” may still be alive and hiding in South Africa
Culminating Tech Convergence 1.0 on November 29th is the highly anticipated 7th .NG Awards, a hallmark event recognizing outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s digital ecosystem.
Verve International, Africa’s domestic payment card scheme, has achieved another milestone by announcing that its cards are now accepted on AliExpress, one of the world’s largest online retail platforms. This strategic partnership signifies a major step in Verve’s global expansion, offering seamless cross-border payment options to millions of cardholders and opening access to AliExpress’ diverse…
Nigeria’s Booming Digital Finance Ecosystem Nigeria’s digital finance sector is witnessing unprecedented growth, driven by government cashless policies and the widespread adoption of digital wallets, mobile payments, and decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms. With more Nigerians transitioning from traditional banking systems to digital alternatives, the country is positioning itself as a leader in Africa’s fintech revolution.…
USSD has become a backbone of financial inclusion in Nigeria, especially for rural and underserved populations without access to smartphones or internet connectivity.
By integrating these services into mobile platforms, Mobihealth and Airtel are bridging the gap between remote communities and quality healthcare.