Florida Man’s Death After AI Chatbot Relationship Sparks Lawsuit Against Google
A wrongful death lawsuit alleges Google’s Gemini chatbot encouraged a vulnerable user’s delusions and failed to intervene as he spiraled…
Inside the Accelerator Powering Africa’s Next Wave of AI Health Startups
In a quiet but significant shift, artificial intelligence is beginning to redefine how healthcare is delivered across Africa—not through expensive…
South Africa Unveils Ambitious Draft AI Policy, Eyes Continental Leadership
JOHANNESBURG — South Africa has released its draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy for public comment, marking a decisive shift from…
Plato Health Wants to Turn Your Home Into a Hospital Room
The AI-powered platform promises to revolutionize chronic disease management with real-time monitoring and virtual doctor access—all from your living room.…
Navigating the AI Frontier: A Comprehensive Career Guide for Africa’s Youth
The Promise and the Predicament Africa has 420 million youth aged 15-35, one-third of whom are unemployed. Yet paradoxically, 100%…
GITEX Africa 2026 Kicks Off in Marrakech, Spotlighting AI as Catalyst for Africa’s Digital Future
Africa’s largest tech and startup event, GITEX Africa 2026, officially opened its doors today at Place Bab Jdid in Marrakech,…
Ghana Bets $250 Million on Government-Led AI Infrastructure as National Strategy Nears Launch
ACCRA — Ghana’s Cabinet has approved a $250 million investment to establish a national artificial intelligence computing centre, marking a…
Cape Town Eyes AI Traffic Cameras to Catch Seatbelt and Phone Violations
City awaits legal approval to deploy technology that could fundamentally transform road safety enforcement in South Africa Cape Town is…
New AI Platform Aims to Shield West African Banking from Fraud Wave
ACCRA, Ghana — Three technology firms have launched TrustNET, an artificial intelligence-powered security platform designed to combat rising financial fraud…
East African Universities Unite to Drive AI Innovation Across the Region
New regional network aims to position East Africa as global AI contributor, not just consumer Kigali, Rwanda — In a…