Ghana Bets $250 Million on Government-Led AI Infrastructure as National Strategy Nears Launch
ACCRA — Ghana’s Cabinet has approved a $250 million investment to establish a national artificial intelligence computing centre, marking a…
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Latest updates, announcements, and breaking news on artificial intelligence from across Africa and globally.
Cape Town Eyes AI Traffic Cameras to Catch Seatbelt and Phone Violations
City awaits legal approval to deploy technology that could fundamentally transform road safety enforcement in South Africa Cape Town is…
New AI Platform Aims to Shield West African Banking from Fraud Wave
ACCRA, Ghana — Three technology firms have launched TrustNET, an artificial intelligence-powered security platform designed to combat rising financial fraud…
East African Universities Unite to Drive AI Innovation Across the Region
New regional network aims to position East Africa as global AI contributor, not just consumer Kigali, Rwanda — In a…
African AI Startup Veta Origin Rejects $500,000 U.S. Investment
Nigerian company prioritizes building for African users before accepting foreign capital In a bold move that underscores Africa’s growing tech…
Rwanda Launches Landmark Digital Public Infrastructure Strategy to Power AI, Data Sharing and Inclusive Digital Services
Kigali, Rwanda – In a significant step toward becoming a regional technology powerhouse, Rwanda has unveiled its national Digital Public…
Google Expands AI Search to 13 African Languages
Tech Giant’s Move Marks Milestone for Local-Language AI Accessibility Across the Continent In a significant development for digital accessibility across…
Mozambique Launches National AI Commission and Digital Transformation Agency in Sweeping Modernization Push
New institutions established after Council of Ministers deliberations aim to consolidate fragmented public systems, regulate artificial intelligence, and connect millions…
Nigeria Joins Global Regulators in Major Crackdown on AI-Generated Privacy Violations
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has formally aligned with more than 60 international data protection authorities to combat privacy…
Kenya’s KSh 152 Billion National AI Strategy 2025–2030: Positioning Africa’s Leading AI Innovation Hub
One year after its landmark launch, Kenya’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2025–2030 is gaining traction as a blueprint for transforming…