Meta Strengthens Audio Game with AI Voice Startup Play AI Deal
by Meta has made a bold move to dominate the audio tech landscape. The tech giant has acquired Play AI, a leading AI voice startup specializing …
MTN Group Embraces Responsible AI For Africa’s Next Tech Leap
MTN Group has announced a new initiative called the “Genova” project, aimed at embracing responsible artificial intelligence (AI) to power Africa’s next tech leap. The …
Leta enters Ghana after securing $5M seed funding
Leta, a Nairobi-based logistics technology startup, has officially entered the Ghanaian market. This expansion follows the company’s successful $5M seed funding round, a milestone that …
Roqqu acquires Flitaa to enter East Africa’s crypto market
Nigerian crypto giant Roqqu has acquired Flitaa, a Kenya-based crypto exchange, in a landmark deal. This acquisition marks Roqqu’s official entry into East Africa’s crypto …
Cameroon Launches 7-Pillar AI Strategy to Lead Africa by 2040
Cameroon has unveiled a bold vision to become Africa’s leading artificial intelligence (AI) hub by 2040. The government, led by Minister of Posts and Telecommunications …
The Rise of AI Accelerators and Innovation Hubs in Africa
AI startups in Africa raised over $3.2 billion in 2024. As of June 2025, 159 AI startups in Africa have raised $803.2 million in external …
Kenya rolls out phase two of China-backed youth coding program
Kenya has officially launched the second phase of its China-backed youth coding program, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to promote digital literacy …
Saudi Arabia pledges $25bn investment, more embassies in Africa
Saudi Arabia is making a bold move on the African continent. The Kingdom has pledged a massive $25 billion investment in Africa over the next …
Starlink, Other ISPs Lose Users as Nigerians Cut Internet Spend
Nigeria’s internet landscape is shifting fast. Top providers, including Starlink in Nigeria, are losing thousands of customers as economic realities compel many to reduce their …
AI Regulation in Africa: Ethics Meets Innovation
In recent years, Africa has witnessed a surge in the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies across various sectors. However, this rapid growth has also …