Google Launches WAXAL Open Dataset for 21 African Languages
Google has launched a speech dataset covering 21 African languages to improve voice technology across the continent, the tech giant...
Development & Impact
Development & Impact focuses on initiatives, projects and solutions improving lives across Africa. This section covers health, education, agriculture, infrastructure, climate resilience, capacity building, social development, community transformation and the work of institutions advancing inclusive progress.
Burkina Faso Begins Nationwide Rehabilitation of 100 Dams
Burkina Faso on Saturday launched a nationwide program to rehabilitate 100 dams, aiming to expand water storage capacity and support...
Rwanda Puts Technology at Core of Development, Minister Says
Rwanda has placed technology at the center of national policy design, using artificial intelligence and drone systems to address persistent...
Saving Ghana’s Harvest, One Export at a Time
Florence Tomazia Cossou never planned to become a regional trade leader. She launched her venture with a mission to promote...
Dakar’s Streets Overflow as Lions of Teranga Parade African Cup of Nations Trophy
Dakar’s streets erupted in jubilation Tuesday as Senegal’s national soccer team, the Lions of Teranga, paraded their newly won African...
Liberia’s Infrastructure Push Spotlights Digital Connectivity
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has called for coordinated investment in Liberia’s infrastructure, including digital systems, during the opening of the...
Could Morocco Cite CAF Rules to Challenge AFCON Final Result?
The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has announced it will seek legal clarification from the Confederation of African Football (CAF)...
Morocco Earns Widespread Praise for Hosting ‘Successful’ Africa Cup of Nations
Morocco has earned widespread praise for its organization of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, drawing commendation from players, officials,...
Senegal Calls AFCON Final a ‘Celebration of Brotherhood’ With Morocco
Senegal’s Foreign Ministry has called the Africa Cup of Nations final against Morocco a symbol of unity and long-standing ties...
AFCON Organizing Committee Reject Senegal’s Complaints, Say Standards Were Met
The Africa Cup of Nations Organizing Committee has rejected complaints raised by the Senegalese Football Federation over security and logistical...
Ethiopia’s First AI Startup Incubation Program Graduates Inaugural Cohort
Six-month incubation program equips entrepreneurs with mentorship, technical support and industry connections to bring AI innovations to market.
Luanda Declaration Pushes African Leaders to Turn Blue Economy Plans into Action
Declaration calls for turning Africa's blue economy strategies into measurable action, backed by financing, stronger institutions and regional cooperation
Nigerian Entrepreneur Raises $7 Million for Hair-Braiding Robot
Harvard MS/MBA graduate Yinka Ogunbiyi founded HaloBraid to ease the time and strain of professional hair braiding.
Dangote Refinery Completes $2.5B Private Equity Placement, Says Funds Will Support Expansion
Company says its private equity offering was 3.7 times oversubscribed, resulting in the issuance of about $2.5 billion in new...