Facebook’s parent company, Meta, has entered into a partnership with Safaricom, Kenya’s largest telecom operator, to invest in a new subsea fibre-optic cable project that will connect East Africa to …
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Lagos Moves to Enact Innovation Bill, Targets Inclusive Tech Growth
The Lagos State Government has moved a step closer to enacting a law to strengthen its innovation and technology ecosystem by unveiling a revised draft of the Lagos Innovation Bill. …
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Algeria and Spain Relaunch Economic Cooperation with Innovation
After over two years of frozen trade relations and diplomatic tensions, Algeria and Spain are restoring their economic partnership, this time with a clear focus on innovation, joint development, and …
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Sanwo-Olu to Commission 12MW Rack Centre Data Facility in Lagos, Boosting Nigeria’s Digital Space
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is set to officially commission the new Rack Centre LGS2 data facility in Lagos on Wednesday, April 10, 2025. The facility, which has a …
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Cassava Technologies Partners with Nvidia to Build Africa’s First AI Factory
Cassava Technologies has partnered with Nvidia to launch Africa’s first artificial intelligence (AI) factory, a move set to transform digital infrastructure on the continent. The company, founded by Zimbabwean entrepreneur …