Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) |

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) participation in the Digital Transformation for Africa /Western Africa Regional Digital Integration Program declared effective

The program is expected to contribute to bridging the digital divide by making internet services more affordable, promoting competition among service providers, and improving the underlying infrastructure

On March 6, 2024, the World Bank officially declared the ECOWAS Commission had met all the conditions for the effectiveness of a Financing Agreement with the International Development Association. This declaration of effectiveness paves the way for the disbursement of a grant dedicated to implementing key components of the Digital…

Source: President of the Republic of Kenya |

Kenyan Content Creators to Earn from Facebook and Instagram

The announcement is a culmination of a year-long push by the government led by the president to have creators earn for their online content

Kenyans will begin monetizing their content on Facebook and Instagram by June this year. This makes Kenya one of the few countries in the continent enjoying the feature. The move was announced by the Facebook President of Global Affairs, Nick Clegg in a meeting with President William Ruto at State…

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Source: KnowBe4 |

Deepfakes a worrying trend in the run-up to elections

Deepfakes, which are highly realistic fabricated videos or images, can deceive voters, manipulate public opinion, and tarnish the reputation of political parties and politicians

More than four billion people (https://apo-opa.co/4aerFVs) worldwide will take part in elections this year, including in the US, UK, India, and South Africa. However, the increasing prevalence of disinformation, fuelled by the growing use of deepfakes and generative AI, means that politicians and voters alike will need to be on high alert.…

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Source: International Trade Centre |

Senegalese tech company raises $500,000, after working with International Trade Centre (ITC)

For the start-up, this decisive step towards internationalization required months of preparation, including work with the Senegal Tech project run by the Netherlands Trust Fund V (NTF V) at the International Trade Centre (ITC)

When they launched ProXalys in 2022, Thierno Sakho and Abdoulaye Faye's first aim was to bring small-scale agricultural producers and retailers closer together. They developed a digital solution that identifies available agricultural products and organizes last-mile delivery, without intermediaries. Over time, the company's positioning moved away from logistics and towards…

Source: Orange Middle East and Africa |

Orange launches the 14th edition of the Orange Social Venture Prize in Africa and the Middle East (OSVP) to support social innovation and encourage entrepreneurship

The OSVP prize has been rewarding innovative start-up projects that use and develop new technologies to make a positive impact in Africa and the Middle East in the fields such as education, healthcare, e-commerce, agriculture, or environment

The 14th Orange Social Venture Prize in Africa and the Middle East will open for submissions on Monday, March 18, 2024. Candidates from the 17 countries within the Orange (www.Orange.com) footprint have until May 26, 2024, to submit their project on the website https://apo-opa.co/3ICHjye. Since 2011, the OSVP prize has…

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Trina Solar Exhibiting Integrated Energy Solutions at Solar & Storage Live Africa

This presence underscores the company’s commitment to actively engage with and contribute to the region's dynamic renewable energy landscape

Trina Solar (www.TrinaSolar.com), a global leader in smart PV and energy storage solutions, announced its participation at Solar & Storage Live Africa, Africa’s largest renewable energy exhibition, taking place in Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg from 18 - 20 March. This presence underscores the company’s commitment to actively engage with and…

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Source: Flapmax |

Flapmax Unveils Women in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Fellowship on Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) – FAI Institute

FAI Institute’s WAI program now accepting applications for 3rd cohort; short documentary film on Women in AI showcases program’s success

Flapmax (https://Flapmax.com/), a leading innovator in artificial intelligence solutions, today announced the launch of its Women in AI (WAI) Generative AI Fellowship program as part of its FAI Institute initiative (www.FAI.Institute/). The program aims to empower women in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) and drive innovation in AI research and…

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GITEX Africa returns in 2024 with strong line-up of tech topics, set to fast-track continent’s future digital economy

International tech companies ramp up partnerships with GITEX Africa to secure competitive advantage in the burgeoning African digital valley

GITEX Africa (www.GITEXAfrica.com), the continent’s largest and most influential tech and start-up event is on high momentum to welcome the year’s biggest tech conversations and collaborative ventures in Marrakech, Morocco. Under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI of the Kingdom of Morocco, the 2nd edition of GITEX…

Source: GoDaddy |

Eight tips for choosing a domain name for your small business

The domain name of a business is often considered a piece of real estate on the internet, or your business home on the web

Choosing a domain name for a small business requires careful consideration, as it is often the first thing people see about your business. The domain name of a business is often considered a piece of real estate on the internet, or your business home on the web. It is core…

Source: The Presidency, Republic of Ghana |

Ghana: Invest in Developing Tech Skills of Ghanaian Youth – Dr Bawumia to Telecel Group

Telecel aims to digitally empower Africa through technology, connecting remote areas for inclusivity, and focusing on education as a catalyst for growth and accessibility

Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia has called on Telecommunication companies operating in the country to move beyond seeking to expand the physical infrastructure of their operations to investing in the human and other resources that are at the heart of their offerings to the Ghanaian and African market. Speaking at the…