TECHNOLOGY Archives - 1st Afrika

iBan Mobility Technologies: Redefining the Future of Intelligent Mobility, Connected Services and Community-Centred Innovation

Jide AdesinaNovember 1, 2026

by Jide AdesinaNovember 1, 2026019

A New Generation of Mobility. A New Standard of Connectivity. A Commitment to the American People. From the Desk of the Founder & CEO, O’Stephen...

International Organizations and Africa TECHNOLOGY

Africell and Angola Prepare US-Backed Satellite Services Venture

Jide AdesinaOctober 30, 2026

by Jide AdesinaOctober 30, 2026063

The proposed joint venture, supported by the Trump administration and nearly $100 million in American financing, aims to challenge Chinese dominance in Africa’s digital infrastructure...

Global development TECHNOLOGY Uncategorized

Africa’s AI Sovereignty Race: Why Artificial Intelligence Has Become the Continent’s Next Strategic Battleground

Jide AdesinaJune 4, 2026June 4, 2026

by Jide AdesinaJune 4, 2026June 4, 20260420

By Jide Adesina | 1stAfrika News Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept being debated in research laboratories or technology conferences. Across Africa, AI...

Africa BUSINESS Climate Commerce TECHNOLOGY

Gold and Green: How West Africa Is Building the Economic Architecture of the Future

Jide AdesinaJune 4, 2026June 4, 2026

by Jide AdesinaJune 4, 2026June 4, 20260456

Across the vast landscape of West Africa, a new economic story is unfolding—one that extends far beyond the headlines of political transitions, security challenges, and...

TECHNOLOGY

European Union Imposes $3.5 Billion Fine on Google for Antitrust Violations in Ad

Jide AdesinaSeptember 8, 2025

by Jide AdesinaSeptember 8, 20250755

In a significant development in the ongoing scrutiny of major technology companies, the European Union has fined Google €2.95 billion (approximately $3.5 billion) for breaching...

TECHNOLOGY ECONOMY

CBN, Brazilian Central Bank explore remittance, fintech opportunities

AarondexAugust 30, 2025

by AarondexAugust 30, 20250662

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Central Bank of Brazil have begun talks aimed at deepening financial cooperation, with a focus on boosting...

TECHNOLOGY Africa

AI in African newsrooms: Can artificial intelligence help tell Africa’s story accurately and at scale?

AarondexAugust 29, 2025

by AarondexAugust 29, 20250715

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform industries across the globe, its influence on journalism is becoming a subject of debate particularly in Africa, where...

TECHNOLOGY Entertainment

TikTok launches artists’ platform in Kenya to boost music growth, fan engagement

AarondexAugust 28, 2025

by AarondexAugust 28, 20250752

TikTok has unveiled a new artists’ platform in Kenya, aiming to revolutionize how local musicians connect with fans, promote their music, and tap into new...

TECHNOLOGY Africa

AI on TVs: Samsung brings Microsoft Copilot to 2025 TVs and monitors

AarondexAugust 28, 2025

by AarondexAugust 28, 20250578

Samsung is set to redefine the television and display experience in 2025 by integrating Microsoft’s Copilot, its advanced AI assistant, directly into its latest range...

TECHNOLOGY Africa

Google says developers distributing Android Apps outside Play Store must verify identity

AarondexAugust 28, 2025

by AarondexAugust 28, 20250692

Ghana has secured a $77 million grant from Switzerland, aimed at strengthening the country’s health and education systems. Announced during a high-level ceremony in Accra, the...

TECHNOLOGY AFRIKA HERALD North America

International Law Enforcement Operation Results in 1,209 Cybercrime Arrests Across Africa

Jide AdesinaAugust 22, 2025

by Jide AdesinaAugust 22, 20250695

Authorities across 18 African countries and the United Kingdom have successfully concluded a major international cybercrime operation that resulted in the arrest of 1,209 suspects...

TECHNOLOGY Africa

President Mnangagwa urges Africa to embrace technology for development

AarondexAugust 21, 2025

by AarondexAugust 21, 20250676

YOKOHAMA, JAPAN – PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has underscored the importance of embracing new technologies to accelerate infrastructure development and enhance service delivery. He made the...

TECHNOLOGY Africa

Zim to launch National AI Strategy next month

AarondexAugust 18, 2025

by AarondexAugust 18, 20250689

THE inaugural Artificial Intelligence (AI) Summit for Africa opened in Victoria Falls this Monday, with the government announcing that Zimbabwe’s National AI Strategy will be...

TECHNOLOGY Africa International News

Zimbabwe centre for high performance computing commissioned

AarondexAugust 15, 2025

by AarondexAugust 15, 20250907

PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa says Computational Science is now indispensable to solving complex problems in every sector. The President said this as he officially commissioned phase...

TECHNOLOGY Africa

NUST, Czech firm trial innovative fuel additive in Zimbabwe

AarondexAugust 15, 2025

by AarondexAugust 15, 20250679

ZIMBABWE has become the latest testing ground for a pioneering fuel additive designed to boost engine efficiency and reduce emissions. Developed in the Czech Republic...

TECHNOLOGY Africa

Solar cooking projects bring skills and opportunities to Zimbabwe’s disabled community

AarondexAugust 14, 2025

by AarondexAugust 14, 20250689

A Chinese firm, Sunflower Solar Technologies, has partnered with people with disabilities to implement solar cooking projects in Zimbabwe. The empowerment project, which is being...

TECHNOLOGY Africa

CUT enhances academic excellence through modern infrastructure

AarondexAugust 14, 2025

by AarondexAugust 14, 20250600

THE Chinhoyi University of Technology (CUT) is enhancing academic excellence by modernising its facilities with a new administration block symbolising its commitment to innovation and...

TECHNOLOGY Africa

Tongogara Soti Source in Gutu lights up under Government solar project

AarondexAugust 11, 2025

by AarondexAugust 11, 20250773

A 160-kilowatt solar system has been installed in the Tongogara Soti Source area of Gutu by the Rural Electrification Agency (REA). The development is expected...

TECHNOLOGY Africa

Ethiopia digitalises over 900 government services

AarondexAugust 6, 2025

by AarondexAugust 6, 20250625

Ethiopia has digitalised more than 900 government services as part of its national digital transformation agenda, the Ministry of Innovation and Technology announced. The initiative...

STOCK MARKET TECHNOLOGY

VP Mohadi pushes youth empowerment and digital skills at Shonganiso Mission

AarondexAugust 2, 2025

by AarondexAugust 2, 20250895

VICE President Cde Kembo Mohadi says the government remains committed to inclusive development and youth empowerment, hence the ongoing efforts to improve learning conditions in...

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