From unemployment crisis to opportunity: How Africa can tap into AI, LLM potential to boost workforce
Post AMUGE
July 1, 2024
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Joy Agwunobi The age-old struggle of youth unemployment is now facing a promising contender in Africa, given the rising penetration of Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI. As these technologies continue to advance, industry experts observe that Africa finds itself at a critical juncture where it can redefine the future of employment, unleashing a wave […]
Access Holdings pushes for responsible AI use at Smart Banking Summit
Post AMUGE
May 28, 2024
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Business a.m. Lanre Bamisebi, executive director of IT & digitalisation at Access Holdings Access Holdings PLC, a leading financial services group, has echoed the need for ethical considerations in using Artificial Intelligence (AI), calling stakeholders in the financial industry to factor its sustainability implications. This call to action was driven by a compelling keynote address […]
NITDA ,Cisco join forces to accelerate AI, smart agriculture
Post AMUGE
May 15, 2024
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Joy Agwunobi National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has formed an alliance with Cisco Systems Incorporation, projected to accelerate Nigeria’s digital transformation and provide opportunities for innovation and growth. The partnership will focus on implementing pilot projects in five critical areas which include: – AI and Cybersecurity Experience and Incubation Center, focused on repurposing the […]
Google’s Hustle Academy re-launches with AI Focus to empower African entrepreneurs
Post AMUGE
May 9, 2024
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Business a.m. Google has announced the opening of applications for the 2024 cohort of its Hustle Academy, a programme dedicated to accelerating the growth of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Sub-Saharan Africa. This year, the programme introduces a significant upgrade: business-focused AI training integrated directly into the curriculum. SMBs are considered the backbone of […]
Africa’s $17bn AI market, with 30% growth in 2030 puts continent in global innovation race
Post AMUGE
May 2, 2024
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· AI-related jobs in Africa to grow by 200% by 2025 · Clinify, Nigerian AI healthcare start-up, ranked among global change-makers Ben Eguzozie The Artificial Intelligence (AI) mania that has been transforming business, government and society across the world has caught up with Africa as the continent’s epic AI opportunity is already disrupting digital […]
Kaduna, Google and partners launch AI Learning Series in Hausa to boost tech opportunities for women
Post AMUGE
April 30, 2024
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Business a.m. Google, in collaboration with the Kaduna State Government, and Data Science Nigeria, has introduced the AI for Beginners Learning Video Series, a new initiative aimed at empowering women in Northern Nigeria through AI education. The series presents Artificial Intelligence concepts in Hausa, making complex technology more accessible and culturally relevant for the region. […]
How Google’s Gemini is shaping the future of African music
Post AMUGE
March 20, 2024
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Onome Amuge Amidst the vibrant and diverse world of African music, a new generation of artists are finding their voices and taking flight. Across the continent, musicians are turning to innovative technologies to sharpen their skills and navigate the industry. In an exciting new development, Google has highlighted a powerful story emerging from Africa’s creative […]
Nigerian develops AI-powered writing app, LexiGenius to enhance future of writing
Onome Amuge
October 2, 2023
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By Onome Amuge. In recent years, there has been a growing trend of Nigerians using AI and machine-based applications that are rapidly gaining popularity and transforming every aspect of their lives. From language translation apps to chatbots, these innovations are making it easier and faster to complete tasks that previously required hours of manual labour. […]
AI, game-changing technology revolutionising cybersecurity
Alexander Chiejina
September 13, 2023
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Increasing demand beckons as businesses protect sensitive data By Alexander Chiejina. Advanced security measures are essential in today’s digital environment, where cyber threats are continually evolving and getting more complex. An IBM report titled “Cost of a Data Breach Report 2023” revealed that the global average cost of a data breach in 2023 was $4.45 […]
NDA’s first female professor harps on big data, AI
Omobayo Azeez
February 25, 2020
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By Omobayo Azeez The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), on Thursday, inaugurated its first female professor, Francisca Ugwueleka, a professor of Computer Science and Dean, Faculty of Military Science and Interdisciplinary Studies at the Academy. Ugwueleka, while presenting her professorial inaugural lecture entitled “Redefining the Future Through Big Data and Artificial Intelligence’’ at the Joseph […]