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SCI & TECHAug 24Can Kenya’s AI ambitions coexist with Naivasha’s water needs?As Kenya courts data-centre investment, communities fear growing pressure on an already stressed water system.Al Jazeera [en]
SCI & TECHAug 23Nigeria sovereign cloud moment : Securing the infrastructure behind the digital economy , By Shuaib S . AgakaAn article discusses Nigeria's move towards a sovereign cloud to secure the infrastructure supporting its digital economy. This highlights a significant national technology and economic strategy.premiumtimesng.com · Nigeria
SCI & TECHAug 23Nigeria’s sovereign cloud moment: Securing the infrastructure behind the digital economy, By Shuaib S. AgakaNigeria is entering a new phase of its digital journey. The country is no longer simply asking how quickly it can adopt cloud technology. It is beginning to shape the conditions under which that technology can support national resilience, innovation, investment and long-term digital independence… The cloud may be invisible to the people who use […] The post Nigeria’s sovereign cloud moment: Securing the infrastructure behind the digital economy, By Shuaib S. Agaka appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
SCI & TECHAug 23The African firms adopting Chinese AI as US-China rivalry intensifiesThe United States may want the world to choose sides in the AI race with China, but in Africa, many businesses are pursuing a more pragmatic strategy: using Chinese models where they offer better value or flexibility, while keeping their options open. For example, when African insurtech platform Curacel expanded the range of artificial intelligence (AI) models powering its internal infrastructure, it did not look only to Silicon Valley. Instead, the Nigeria-based firm – which provides AI-powered...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 23From Nigeria to Asian Steppes — stories of survival, soil and hope in MongoliaScientists working in the country are grappling with the degradation of more than 100 million hectares of rangeland and exploring ways to restore degraded ecosystems. The post From Nigeria to Asian Steppes — stories of survival, soil and hope in Mongolia appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
SCI & TECHAug 22AI Enables Nigerians to Build Global Businesses Without Relocating , Says Data Analyst – THISDAYLIVEA data analyst states that artificial intelligence is enabling Nigerians to establish global businesses without needing to relocate. This highlights the transformative potential of AI for economic development and global reach.thisdaylive.com · Nigeria
SCI & TECHAug 22FG engages Israeli , French manufacturers to produce two next - gen satellites - Latest News In Nigeria , Nigeria News Today , Your Online Nigerian NewspaperThe Nigerian Federal Government is collaborating with Israeli and French manufacturers to develop two next-generation satellites. This represents a significant investment in advanced technology and space capabilities.nigerianeye.com · Nigeria
SCI & TECHAug 21Tanzania drafts 25 - year national technology roadmap : officialTanzania is reportedly drafting a 25-year national technology roadmap, according to an official source. This indicates a strategic long-term plan for technological development in the country.bignewsnetwork.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 21China-Africa media cooperation: Building skills for the AI eraAs the media landscape becomes increasingly digital and intelligent, the message from Beijing is clear: skills, technology and knowledge-sharing will be central to Africa’s ability to shape its own digital future.Africanews [en]
SCI & TECHAug 21Duck brigade replaces pesticides on wine farm in South AfricaIndian runner ducks are used, alongside sheep and cattle, at Vergenoegd Löw to control insects and trim down crops and weeds in the vineyards.Africanews [en]
SCI & TECHAug 21From banking to entertainment: How Nigerians consumed 6.98m TB in five monthsBy Juliet Umeh From transferring money through mobile banking applications to attending virtual business meetings, streaming films, watching videos, marketing products, attending online classes and chatting with friends and family, the internet has quietly become part of almost every aspect of daily life in Nigeria. The scale of that dependence is reflected in the country’s […] The post From banking to entertainment: How Nigerians consumed 6.98m TB in five months appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
SCI & TECHAug 20Phone app helps Kenya's visually impaired get aroundA navigation tool built in Kenya is using AI to help people with visual impairment understand what lies ahead as they move through Nairobi. 'Sightra' runs as a phone based web app, detecting cars, trees, furniture and other obstacles in real time and sending spoken descriptions through an earpiece.Africanews [en]
SCI & TECHAug 20AI could help Nigeria, other developing economies achieve century of progress in decade – ReportThe World Bank, in its report, urged developing economies to adopt an optimistic mindset, noting that AI could help governments reach billions of underserved people with medical, legal, educational, and agricultural services more quickly. The post AI could help Nigeria, other developing economies achieve century of progress in decade – Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
SCI & TECHAug 19How Africa Is Battling Climate ExtremesThe effects of the coming “super” El Niño will reach beyond the continent.Foreign Policy
SCI & TECHAug 19Explore Pittsburgh Tech Week founder Kenya Porter on local innovationKenya Porter, founder of Pittsburgh Tech Week, discusses local innovation. This highlights regional technological development and entrepreneurial activity.technical.ly · Libya
SCI & TECHAug 19Nigeria’s digital future: Experts urge teens to build, not just consume AI…Challenge youths to develop competence, character, solve real-world problems By Juliet Umeh Experts in technology and digital innovation have challenged Nigerian teenagers to move beyond consuming digital content and begin using artificial intelligence, AI, and digital skills to create solutions to Nigeria’s real-world challenges. The experts said the country’s growing digital economy would require a […] The post Nigeria’s digital future: Experts urge teens to build, not just consume AI appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
SCI & TECHAug 19From theory to the lab: How two Nigerian brothers are changing science education in AfricaDavis and Emmanuel Eban founded Edugene – a science and biotechnology education startup. It is the first and only organisation in Africa to be admitted into the European Genomic Medicine Consortium By Sola Ogundipe Two Nigerian brothers, Davis and Emmanuel Eban, have taken their education technology initiative, Edugene, a step closer to the international genomic […] The post From theory to the lab: How two Nigerian brothers are changing science education in Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
SCI & TECHAug 14From Research to the Field: Transforming Africa’s Seed SystemsOn the occasion of its 20th anniversary, AGRA looks back on a transformation that starts with a seed, but goes far beyond it.Africanews [en]
SCI & TECHAug 14Securing Nigeria through geospatial intelligenceGeographic Information Systems (GIS) and geospatial intelligence are becoming vital tools for security in developing nations like Nigeria. GIS is a computer-based tool that stores, organises, analyses, and shows information tied to specific spots on Earth. Its reported application in the Oriire kidnapping incident in Oyo State provides a practical example of how location intelligence […] The post Securing Nigeria through geospatial intelligence appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
SCI & TECHAug 14South Africa targets African engineering dominanceSouth Africa is setting a goal to achieve engineering dominance across the African continent. This indicates a strategic national initiative focused on technological and professional leadership.cajnewsafrica.com · Nigeria
SCI & TECHAug 13Solar eclipse 2026: Africa witnesses partial eclipsePart of the world turned its eyes to the skies this Wednesday. The eclipse was also visible across Africa. In Tabarka, where the phenomenon was most pronounced in Tunisia, 59.06% of the Sun was obscured. The partial eclipse was also visible from Dakar and several regions of Senegal, with a maximum of around 37% of the Sun's disk obscured towards the end of the day. And to make sure they didn't miss the celestial event, our correspondents in Tunisia and Senegal also put on their special eclipse glasses.France 24 [en]
SCI & TECHAug 13Building Nigeria’s first workforce risk intelligence platform: Lessons from the groundBy OBI IGBOKWE  When we set out to build WellNewMe, the temptation was to call it a “wellness platform” and leave it there. Wellness is an easy sell. Everyone nods along to the idea that healthier employees are more productive employees. But somewhere in the early build, we made a decision that has shaped everything since: […] The post Building Nigeria’s first workforce risk intelligence platform: Lessons from the ground appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
SCI & TECHAug 12Vultures are disappearing in Nigeria - but the 'Vulture King' is fighting to reverse the trendSome see them as sinister or hunt them for ritual use but these birds play a vital role in nature's cycle.BBC World
SCI & TECHAug 12More controversy trails GMO adoption in Nigeria’s agro food system· Nigeria’s soil damaged by GMOs – MOMEF boss · Farmers demand proper labelling of GMO seeds · Weak regulatory safeguards is key – GIFSEP By Gabriel Ewepu As controversy continues in Nigeria’s agriculture sector over Genetically Modified (GM) crops and farm inputs more stakeholders are coming up with divergent narratives and counter-narratives on the […] The post More controversy trails GMO adoption in Nigeria’s agro food system appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria