Nigerian artificial intelligence startup Alchymia AI is exploring a different approach to personal computing with a pocket-sized device designed to project a holographic interface while reducing dependence on conventional cloud infrastructure. Known as the Alchymia Bar, the device is being developed as a compact computer without a traditional physical screen. Instead, it is designed to…

South Africa is seeking to revive its national artificial intelligence (AI) policy process after an earlier attempt failed to deliver the expected results, as the government looks to establish a clearer framework for developing and regulating AI technologies. Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi is pushing to put the country’s AI policy back on…

Nigerian startups seeking investment are facing greater scrutiny as investors increasingly prioritise financial discipline, sustainable business models and clear pathways to profitability over rapid growth alone. The shift signals a more demanding fundraising environment for founders who have traditionally relied on external capital to expand their operations. According to the Managing Director of Sage Grey,…

Africa’s ambition to become a major player in artificial intelligence (AI) will depend on more than innovative startups, skilled developers and access to advanced technology. Reliable electricity infrastructure could prove equally important, as AI systems require substantial computing power to develop, train and operate. Gary Chomse’s argument that Africa’s AI success hinges on power infrastructure…

TikTok has distanced itself from reports of a digital blackout affecting parts of Northern Nigeria, leaving questions about the cause, scope and responsibility for the disruption unresolved. The development has raised concerns about internet access, digital communication and the growing dependence of Nigerian users on social media platforms for information, entertainment and business activities. However,…

Nigerian startups raised $11.3 million in September 2026, marking a sharp 97% decline from the funding recorded in August and highlighting the volatility of investment flows into the country’s technology ecosystem. The reported drop points to a difficult month for founders seeking capital to expand operations, develop products and enter new markets. It also underscores…