Author: Anita Bosman
Kinshasa: TECHz – News Desk The Democratic Republic of the Congo has taken a significant step toward modernising its higher education and research ecosystem with the official launch of a new digital portal dedicated to the Higher Education, University, Scientific Research and Innovation (ESURSI) sub-sector. The initiative, led by the sector’s supervisory minister, Marie-Thérèse Sombo, is designed to address long-standing structural challenges affecting the system. These include fragmented information management systems, limited access to scientific and academic resources, and persistent inequalities in knowledge access between urban and rural institutions. The government noted that the sector has also been constrained by…
Accra: TECHz – News Desk Ghana has taken a major step toward strengthening its digital economy, following Cabinet approval of a $250 million investment to establish a national artificial intelligence (AI) computing centre aimed at accelerating innovation across key sectors. Announced by Samuel Nartey George, Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, the initiative is designed to position Ghana as a leading hub for responsible AI development in Africa. The proposed centre will support research, development, and deployment of AI technologies across industries including agriculture, healthcare, education, and financial services. The announcement was made during a national stakeholder engagement on…
Addis Ababa: TECHz – News Desk Wingu Africa has announced the launch of its Wingu Cloud Exchange (WCX) in Ethiopia, marking a significant milestone in the delivery of secure, compliant, and scalable cloud solutions tailored for East African businesses. The newly introduced platform enables organisations in Ethiopia to store and manage their data locally, helping them meet regulatory requirements while benefiting from enhanced performance, improved operational efficiency, and infrastructure optimized for the local market. According to Demos Kyriacou, the WCX sets a new benchmark for digital infrastructure in the region, providing businesses with the tools needed to innovate, scale, and…
Istanbul: TECHz – News Desk Ebubekir Şahin has highlighted Turkey’s growing momentum in next-generation connectivity, emphasizing the transformative role of 5G in shaping the country’s digital future. Speaking following a high-level gathering at the Presidential Complex, Şahin described the moment as a historic milestone in Turkey’s journey toward technological independence. The event, held under the leadership of Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, underscored the government’s commitment to advancing the “Century of Türkiye” vision through strategic investments in digital infrastructure and innovation. Şahin noted that 5G will go beyond faster connectivity, serving as a foundation for national development across key sectors including healthcare,…
Singapore: TECHz – News Desk Thunes, the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, has launched a direct-to-workforce cross-border payout solution that allows businesses to pay remote overseas teams, freelancers, and gig workers instantly. Thunes enables real-time compensation to be paid into 12 billion bank accounts, mobile wallets, and stablecoin wallets, across 140 countries, 24/7. The solution is accessible via a single API, eliminating the need for multiple relationships or complicated technical setups. Slow and fragmented cross-border payment structures create a challenge for the global digital economy, with 90% of gig workers prioritising quick access to their funds when…
San Francisco: TECHz – News Desk OpenAI has announced the close of a landmark funding round, securing $122 billion in committed capital at a post-money valuation of $852 billion. The investment marks one of the largest capital raises in the technology sector and is aimed at accelerating the next phase of artificial intelligence development, positioning the company as a core infrastructure provider for the global AI ecosystem. The company emphasized that its rapid growth is being driven by a powerful flywheel of consumer adoption, enterprise deployment, developer activity, and access to large-scale compute resources. With platforms like ChatGPT serving as…
Cairo: TECHz – News Desk Egypt is intensifying efforts to position itself as a regional technology hub following high-level talks between government officials and global software firm SAP on expanding investment and digital collaboration. During a meeting with SAP’s Regional President for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, Augusta Spinelli, Egypt’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Raafat Hendy, explored opportunities to grow the company’s presence in the country. Discussions centered on expanding SAP’s outsourcing operations and strengthening its investment footprint in Egypt. A key focus of the meeting was enhancing cooperation in cloud computing to support Egypt’s push for…
Dubai: TECHz – News Desk Standard Chartered Foundation, in partnership with Village Capital, announced the launch of the eighth edition of the Women in Tech Accelerator in the UAE, continuing its support for women-led, tech-enabled startups at a critical stage of growth. The 2026 cohort will equip founders with investment readiness training, catalytic funding, and access to global networks, enabling them to strengthen their businesses and scale. In the UAE, the accelerator will be delivered by C3, a B Corp™ certified consultancy, leveraging its proven expertise in entrepreneur support and ecosystem development. Rola Abu Manneh, Chief Executive Officer, UAE, Middle…
Dubai: TECHz – News Desk Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company, announced the appointment of Michel Nader as General Manager for the Middle East, Turkey & Africa (META). In this role, Nader will be responsible for leading Snowflake’s regional strategy and operations, supporting customer growth, and advancing the adoption of Snowflake’s AI Data Cloud across key markets. Nader brings over 25 years of enterprise technology leadership experience across META and Eastern Europe, with a background spanning data platforms, security, and large-scale go-to-market execution. Most recently, he served as Senior Regional Director at Dell Technologies, where he led the cyber resiliency,…
Abuja: TECHz – News Desk The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has launched the CLHEEAN Mobile App, a digital platform designed to enhance citizen engagement, improve access to government information, and strengthen participation in governance across Nigeria. The Director-General of the National Orientation Agency, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, said the initiative marks an important step in Nigeria’s democratic development by addressing long-standing gaps between citizens and government communication systems. He noted that the platform is intended to make governance more accessible, responsive, and inclusive. The CLHEEAN Mobile App provides a unified system that allows citizens to access civic education materials, real-time government…