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Lesotho, UNDP Strengthen Partnership on Digital Transformation and AI Development
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Guinea Signs Deal for Second Submarine Fibre-Optic Cable to Expand Internet Capacity
Omantel Launches AI Centre of Excellence to Boost Oman’s Digital Innovation Ecosystem
Lesotho, UNDP Strengthen Partnership on Digital Transformation and AI Development
Kenya, France Partner on New Science and Engineering Complex at University of Nairobi
Ooredoo, du Partner on Landmark Subsea Cable Project to Boost UAE Digital Connectivity
Guinea Signs Deal for Second Submarine Fibre-Optic Cable to Expand Internet Capacity
Omantel Launches AI Centre of Excellence to Boost Oman’s Digital Innovation Ecosystem

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Unlike in Canada, where the company has blocked news content to protest a law that would compel it to pay publishers in the country, Meta says news organizations can continue to post links, Reels and so on to Facebook in those three territories. Users shouldn’t have any issues with accessing news content there either. According to Meta, this effort is to funnel resources toward services and products users care more about, and the changes are set to take effect in early December. Meta says it will honour existing Facebook News deals with publishers in the UK, France and Germany. However, it won’t renew those pacts or enter into new ones in those countries. Moreover, the company doesn’t “expect to offer new Facebook products specifically for news publishers in the future.” As news content currently comprises less than three per cent of the content displayed in users’ Facebook feeds, Meta asserts that users are primarily focused on short-form videos, connecting with others, and discovering opportunities, interests, and passions

Meta Earns $7 Billion Annually from Scam Ads on Facebook and Instagram, Report Reveals

A new report reveals Meta earns an estimated $7 billion yearly from scam ads on Facebook and Instagram, with 15 billion high-risk ads displayed daily…

By: Adamu Garba

Samsung and NVIDIA have joined forces to create the world’s first AI factory, combining advanced chip manufacturing with intelligent computing powered by NVIDIA GPUs — marking a new era in autonomous semiconductor production and digital transformation.

Samsung and NVIDIA Partner to Build World’s First AI Factory, Pioneering the Future of Intelligent Chip Manufacturing

Samsung and NVIDIA have joined forces to create the world’s first AI factory, combining advanced chip manufacturing with intelligent computing powered by NVIDIA GPUs —…

By: Adamu Garba

The Federal Ministry of Education has launched the upgraded NgREN integrated with the TERAS platform, creating a unified digital ecosystem to modernize teaching, learning, and research across Nigeria’s tertiary institutions.

Nigeria’s Tertiary Institutions Gain Unified Digital Ecosystem with NgREN–TERAS Integration

The Federal Ministry of Education has launched the upgraded NgREN integrated with the TERAS platform, creating a unified digital ecosystem to modernize teaching, learning, and…

By: Wura Obadare

Ventures Platform has announced the first close of its $75 million Pan-African Fund II, raising $64 million from investors including IFC, BII, Standard Bank, Proparco, and Nigeria’s iDICE program to back early-stage African tech startups.

Ventures Platform Secures $64 Million First Close for Second Pan-African Tech Fund

Ventures Platform has announced the first close of its $75 million Pan-African Fund II, raising $64 million from investors including IFC, BII, Standard Bank, Proparco,…

By: Wura Obadare

Starlink, a satellite internet service by SpaceX, has announced a price reduction for its hardware in Nigeria. The cost of the Starlink kit, essential for accessing the service, has been slashed by 21%, dropping from ₦378,000 to ₦299,000, effective this October.

Starlink Signs Landmark Global Direct-to-Cell Deal with Veon, Expanding Access to 150 Million Users

SpaceX’s Starlink has signed its largest-ever direct-to-cell partnership with telecom giant Veon, bringing satellite-to-phone connectivity to over 150 million users across Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Bangladesh,…

By: Adamu Garba

Spotify has rolled out a new weekly “listening stats” feature that works like a mini Wrapped, giving users insights into their top songs, artists, and playlists every week. Available to both free and premium users globally.

Spotify Launches Weekly ‘Mini Wrapped’ Feature for Music Lovers

Spotify has rolled out a new weekly “listening stats” feature that works like a mini Wrapped, giving users insights into their top songs, artists, and…

By: Cynthia Okafor

Nigeria’s telecom operators cut 383 jobs in 2024 as operating expenses rose 85% to N5.85 trillion. NCC reports subscriber losses, rising CAPEX, and continued pressures from energy costs, inflation, and multiple taxes.

Nigeria’s Telecom Subscribers Hit 173 Million as Broadband Penetration Reaches Record 49.3% – NCC

Nigeria’s telecom sector continues its steady growth as active subscribers reach 173.54 million in September 2025. Broadband penetration hits 49.34%, driven by expanding 4G and…

By: Wura Obadare

The Nigerian Senate has confirmed a new board for the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), led by Idris Ibikunle Olorunnimbe as Chairman. The appointments aim to strengthen regulatory oversight, expand broadband access, and promote digital inclusion across Nigeria’s telecoms sector.

Senate Confirms New NCC Board to Strengthen Oversight of Nigeria’s Telecoms Sector

The Nigerian Senate has confirmed a new board for the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), led by Idris Ibikunle Olorunnimbe as Chairman. The appointments aim to…

By: Wura Obadare

Senator Ali Ndume has launched a digital empowerment project in Borno South, offering 5,000 free SIM cards and 1,000 POS machines to boost connectivity and financial inclusion across communities recovering from insurgency.

Senator Ali Ndume to Empower Borno South with 5,000 SIM Cards and 1,000 POS Machines

Senator Ali Ndume has launched a digital empowerment project in Borno South, offering 5,000 free SIM cards and 1,000 POS machines to boost connectivity and…

By: Wura Obadare

Cameroon has suffered a nationwide internet blackout following protests over President Paul Biya’s re-election for an eighth term. The shutdown mirrors similar incidents in Africa and raises human rights concerns from Amnesty International.

Cameroon Faces Internet Blackout Amid Protests Over President Paul Biya’s Re-Election

Cameroon has suffered a nationwide internet blackout following protests over President Paul Biya’s re-election for an eighth term. The shutdown mirrors similar incidents in Africa…

By: Ovie George

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