When “AI for Good” Goes Wrong
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When “AI for Good” Goes Wrong

This guest article is adapted from the author’s new book From Pessimism to Promise: Lessons from the Global South on

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Ethiopia Bans The Import of Non-Electric Cars: World’s First

In a significant move towards greener transportation, Ethiopia has made headlines for becoming the first country to ban the import

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Africa and Europe to Join Forces On Sustainable Space Programmes

Cooperation between the European Union and African Union in space exploration was the hot topic at a three-day event that

Major Internet Disruption Hits Several African Countries
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Major Internet Disruption Hits Several African Countries

Several countries across Africa, including South Africa, Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Ghana, and Burkina Faso, have reported major internet disruptions,

South Africa Unveils First Electric Minibus Taxi: A Green Future for Public Transport
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South Africa Unveils First Electric Minibus Taxi

In a groundbreaking move for sustainable transportation, South Africa has officially launched its first electric minibus taxi, dubbed eKamva, at

Alarming Rise of New Drug "Kush" is Causing Havoc in West Africa
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Sierra Leone Declares National Emergency on Kush Drug

Sierra Leone’s President, Julius Maada Bio, has declared a national emergency on substance abuse, particularly focusing on the rising use

African Ministers Endorse AI Strategy to Accelerate Continental Digital Transformation
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African Ministers Endorse AI Strategy to Accelerate Continental Digital Transformation

In a significant move towards accelerating Africa’s digital transformation, African ICT and Communications Ministers have unanimously endorsed the Continental Artificial

Safaricom Ethiopia makes $43,368 in M-PESA revenue three months after launch
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Safaricom Ethiopia Makes $43,368 In M-PESA Revenue Three Months After Launch

Safaricom Ethiopia has made KES 7.2 million ($43,368) in M-PESA revenue three months after it launched in August 2023.  M-PESA

Central African Republic: Central African Republic: New Digital Era Dawns with Debut of High-speed Internet Cable
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Central African Republic: New Digital Era Dawns with Debut of High-speed Internet Cable

Junior is a young student at a technical college in Bangui, capital of the Central African Republic, getting set to