From Lagos to Nairobi

The African Workforce Summit is set to address Nigeria’s critical challenges related to unemployment and skills mismatch, bringing together key stakeholders to find actionable solutions. The summit, a significant event in the continent’s employment development landscape, aims to bridge the growing gap between the skill sets of Nigerian youth and the demands of the labor…

ST Engineering iDirect, a global leader in satellite communications, has announced a strategic partnership with solutions by stc, the enterprise division of Saudi Telecom Company (stc), to enhance satellite connectivity across Saudi Arabia. This collaboration is set to significantly improve the Kingdom’s digital infrastructure, supporting both government and enterprise sectors in alignment with Saudi Arabia’s…

Space42, a pioneering space-tech company, has announced the launch of a new mobile satellite hotspot aimed at expanding affordable and reliable internet access, particularly in underserved and remote regions. This innovative device is designed to connect directly to Space42’s satellite network, providing users with internet access without the need for traditional infrastructure such as cellular…

Nigeria has officially signed a significant investment agreement with a Japanese consortium for the establishment of a cutting-edge startup hub, valued at $51.2 million. The deal, which marks a major step in Nigeria’s efforts to boost its technology and innovation ecosystem, was finalized on the sidelines of the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development…

An expert in mineral exploration has advocated for the use of advanced space-based technology to map Nigeria’s vast and largely untapped mineral resources, valued at over $700 billion. The proposal emphasizes the need for Nigeria to embrace satellite remote sensing and geospatial data tools to efficiently identify, quantify, and manage its solid mineral wealth across…

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) is set to significantly disrupt the corporate job market. In a recent statement, he emphasized that white-collar roles, especially in areas like finance, legal, and human resources, are increasingly vulnerable to automation. Jassy noted that AI tools are already boosting productivity and streamlining operations, enabling…