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Science Technology and Innovation in Africa Day 2023

The Science, Technology and Innovation in Africa Day 2023 is co-organized by the UN’s Department of Economic and Social Affairs and the Economic Commission for Africa. This significant event will take place on May 2nd, 2023, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The event aims to bring together stakeholders from around the world. […]

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Digital Economy Innovation

Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation: 2024 Call

The Royal Academy of Engineering has recently announced that the applications for the 2024 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation are now open! Certainly, this is a significant milestone as the Academy celebrates 10 years of recognizing and supporting engineering innovators in Africa. Rewarding Solutions to Local Challenges The Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation is a […]

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Career Digital Economy Innovation

The Women Techsters Bootcamp

The tech industry offers immense opportunities for those interested in building a career in the sector. However, women in Africa face several challenges in pursuing tech careers, including limited access to training, mentorship opportunities, gender biases, and stereotypes. The Women Techsters Bootcamp, developed by Tech4Dev, aims to empower girls and women aged 16 to 40 […]

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I4G Cybersecurity Scholarship: Bridging the Cybersecurity Skills Gap in Africa

Africa is undergoing a digital transformation, with more individuals and organizations using digital technologies to drive growth and development. However, as African countries increasingly rely on digital technology to drive economic growth and development, they also become more vulnerable to cyber threats.This can slow down the adoption of digital technology, which is necessary for Africa […]

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The NSIA Prize for Innovation: Promoting Innovation and Technology Development in Nigeria

Innovation and technology development are crucial drivers of economic growth, job creation, and resource sustainability in Nigeria and Africa. The Science, Technology and Innovation Strategy for Africa (STISA) aims to accelerate Africa’s transition to an innovation-led, knowledge-based economy through increased investment in science, technology, and innovation. NSIA Prize for Innovation The NSIA Prize for Innovation […]

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Cybersecurity

TikTok Fine: Child protection, data laws crucial for online safety

Child online protection and data privacy have become increasingly important issues in today’s digital age. The recent fine imposed on TikTok by the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) highlights the need for stricter measures to protect children’s online privacy. Nigeria is among the countries that should be interested in national data protection legislation as its […]

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Career Innovation

AIMS PhD in Data Science 2023: Bridging the Gap in Africa’s STISA

Introduction:To achieve sustainable development, Africa must effectively leverage Science, Technology and Innovation (STI), and the Science, Technology and Innovation Strategy for Africa (STISA) has a pivotal role in achieving this transformation. STISA aims to usher in an African continent that fosters technological innovation, scientific research, and economic growth. Data science is a field of considerable […]

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Career Innovation

AI for Science: Unlocking Innovation and Development in Africa

The manner in which Artificial Intelligence (AI) connects with science and the resulting impact has become a hot topic in research and innovation. The potential for AI to transform scientific research and accelerate progress towards sustainable development goals is immense. It cannot be overemphasised. However, AI capacity is an undeniable issue. Reliable access to quality […]

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Cybersecurity Digital Economy

The Italy Ban on ChatGPT, Data Protection Legislation and Balance

The Italian data protection authority has banned ChatGPT, an advanced chatbot created by US start-up OpenAI and backed by Microsoft, over privacy concerns. While millions of people have used ChatGPT since its launch in November 2022 and it has been added to Bing and is set to be embedded in Microsoft’s Office apps, serious concerns […]

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Digital Economy Innovation

Beyond ‘Garbage In, Garbage Out’: The Complexity of AI’s Output

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the power to transform the way we live, work, and interact with one another. The potential of AI is incredible, and as a result, entire industries will be transformed, leading to significant improvements in commerce, health, education, governance, and quality of life. However, it’s crucial not to underestimate the impact of […]