Pearson launches Communication Coach, an AI-powered tool integrated with Microsoft 365, offering professionals real-time feedback on grammar, tone, clarity, and communication skills. Pilot programs begin in 2026.
UAE to Invest $1 Billion in AI Infrastructure and Digital Innovation Across Africa
The UAE is investing $1 billion to expand Africa’s AI infrastructure, modernise public services, strengthen digital identity systems, and support sectors like education, health, agriculture and climate resilience.
Trump Weighs Legal Action Against States Over AI Laws as White House Pushes for One National Standard
The Trump administration is considering an executive order that would direct the Justice Department to challenge state-level AI regulations in court, aiming to replace growing state rules with a unified federal framework.
Meta Finalizes 2Africa Subsea Cable, Unlocking High-Speed Internet Access for Over 3 Billion People
Meta and leading telecom partners have completed the 2Africa subsea cable, the world’s largest open-access internet system. The project will boost connectivity and digital growth for more than 3 billion people across Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and South Asia.
Google Introduces AI Skilling Blueprint to Build Africa’s Future-Ready Workforce
Google has launched its AI Skilling Blueprint for Africa, offering governments a structured policy guide to train AI talent. The initiative also includes $2.25 million to create trustworthy, AI-ready public data sets across the continent.
Google Debuts Gemini 3, Its Most Advanced AI Model With Smarter Reasoning and Search Integration
Google introduces Gemini 3, a major upgrade to its AI ecosystem featuring enhanced reasoning, multimodal intelligence, and first-day integration into Google Search. The new Gemini 3 Pro surpasses previous benchmarks with PhD-level performance.
Nigeria AI Collective Unveils Bold Initiatives to Drive AI Innovation and Collaboration at DataFest Africa 2025
At DataFest Africa 2025 in Lagos, the Nigeria AI Collective launched major initiatives—including a National AI Repository, Hackathon, and Startup Community—to accelerate ethical AI innovation, collaboration, and capacity building across Nigeria.
Google Launches Gemini Pro in Kenya to Transform Education with Artificial Intelligence
Google has introduced Gemini Pro in Kenya — an AI-powered learning platform designed to personalize education, enhance research, and equip students with digital skills for the future.
AI Innovation Centre Bill in Ekiti Passes Second Reading in Senate
Nigeria’s Senate has approved the second reading of a bill to establish an Artificial Intelligence, Innovation and ICT Solutions Centre in Omuo-Ekiti, aimed at boosting AI research, digital skills, and national development.
Cassava Technologies Launches Africa’s First GPU-as-a-Service to Strengthen AI Sovereignty
Cassava Technologies has launched Africa’s first GPU-as-a-Service platform, becoming the continent’s first preferred NVIDIA Cloud Partner to power local AI innovation across South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, and Morocco.