Youths embark on 800km walkathon to promote wetland conservation
IN a bold initiative to promote sustainable tourism practices and wetland conservation, local youths have embarked on a walkathon from Harare to Victoria Falls, ahead...
Category : TECHNOLOGY
Ethiopia’s electric vehicle sector gains international attention
ETHIOPIA is experiencing increasing interest from international electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers and suppliers eager to enter the market and invest in the sector, said Bareo...
Morocco Eyes Video Game Industry to Create Jobs and Diversify Economy
Morocco is turning to the fast-growing video game industry as a strategic pillar for job creation and economic diversification, unveiling new investments, training programs,...
Telecom Egypt and SubCom complete landings of SEA-ME-WE-6 subsea cable
Ethiopia has announced that it will officially inaugurate the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) in September 2025, extending formal invitations to Egypt, Sudan, and...
How does Marburg virus spread between species? Young Ugandan scientist’s photos give important clues
In the shadows of Python Cave, Uganda, a leopard leaps from a guano mound – formed by bat excrement – and sinks its teeth into...
Can academics use AI to write journal papers? What the guidelines say
Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to “intelligent machines and algorithms that can reason and adapt based on sets of rules and environments which mimic human intelligence”....
LG signs deal to acquire Norway’s OSO, expanding HVAC footprint in Europe
LG Electronics said Monday it has signed a deal to acquire Norwegian hot water solutions firm OSO Hotwater, as part of its expansion into Europe’s...
Kigali’s Cable-Car Plan Receives $500K Boost Ahead of Launch
Rwanda has secured a fresh infusion of $500,000 to advance its pioneering urban cable-car transport system, positioning Kigali to become the first African capital...
Mash West embraces technology to strengthen grassroots structures
Mashona land WEST -ZANU PF provincial structure in Mashonaland West has declared its preparedness to undertake the critical cell verification exercise set to commence this...
Eutelsat Launches OneWeb Earth Station in Angola to Boost Connectivity Across West Africa
Eutelsat has officially opened its new OneWeb satellite earth station in Angola, marking a significant milestone in expanding high-speed internet access across West Africa....
Digitalisation drive enhances education sector transformation
THE government has commended private players in the education sector for enhancing the quality of learning through investing in new technologies. The Second Republic’s decision...
Nairobi Tech Startup Charts Bold Path for Global South Digitization
A fast-rising tech startup based in Nairobi has unveiled ambitious plans to position itself as the digital backbone for emerging markets, branding its mission as...
Zimbabwe to launch digital platform to fight counterfeit products
In a significant move to protect consumers and ensure fair trade, the Consumer Council of Zimbabwe (CCZ), in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry and...
Ethiopia Pushes for Domestic AI; South Africa Clears Path for Starlink
Ethiopia is accelerating its efforts to harness artificial intelligence and boost homegrown technology, signaling a shift towards digital sovereignty. The government recently launched SkyWin Aeronautics...
Zimbabwe Deploys Drones Along Mozambique Border to Tackle Smuggling, Bolster Security
In a major step toward enhancing national security and revenue collection, Zimbabwe has begun deploying drones along its border with Mozambique. The move is aimed...
Egypt Officially Launches 5G Network, Marking a Major Leap in Digital Transformation
Egypt has officially entered the 5G era, launching nationwide fifth-generation mobile services. This milestone marks a significant step in the country’s digital transformation strategy,...
Libya’s National Development Agency and Fortis Energy Discuss Renewable Energy Cooperation
In a significant move towards sustainable energy, Libya’s National Development Agency (NDA) has initiated discussions with Fortis Energy to explore potential collaboration in the renewable...
Ubos Benchmarks With Hong Kong to Strengthen AI Use in Data Collection
The Chief Statistician of Uganda who is also the UBOS Executive Director of the Uganda Bureau of Statistics, Dr. Chris Mukiza, has urged South Korea’s...
From geological data to policy, Africa still has big critical-minerals gaps to close
As the world shifts towards a low-carbon future in response to unrelenting climate change, demand is surging for minerals essential to this transition, many of...
Qatar Airways Leads International Travel with New Growth Strategy
Qatar Airways has emerged as a major beneficiary of the industry’s transformation with plans to increase annual passenger capacity from 50 million to 80 million...