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Orange is betting big on solar to power Africa’s next billion connections
The math has always been complicated for telecoms trying to connect rural Africa. Diesel generators are expensive, unreliable, and climate-hostile. Grid power, where it exists, is erratic. Solar has long been the obvious answer — but obvious answers don’t always move fast in corporate infrastructure. Now, one of the bi...
Telecom chamber warns of surge in fibre cuts, pushes “dig once” policy
The Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications has raised alarm over a sharp rise in fibre optic cable cuts nationwide, warning that the trend is placing growing financial and operational strain on network operators. Chief Executive Officer Sylvia Owusu-Ankomah said the industry is now recording more than 8,000 fibre cuts ann...
African AI must move from vision to execution — AlphaVecta CEO
Africa must stop relying primarily on imported artificial intelligence (AI) systems and begin building technologies tailored to the continent’s own problems, Carlos Amoako, founder and CEO of AlphaVecta Technologies, has said. Amoako said Africa had the talent and a young, ambitious population capable of competing glob...
FiveSixFive Limited unveils PA Conference 2026 focused on tech and influence
FiveSixFive Limited has unveiled the 2026 edition of the PA Conference in Accra, with organisers positioning the event as a platform to deepen professional development while promoting Ghana as a hub for business tourism and regional conferences. The sixth edition of the conference is scheduled for July 23 to 24, 2026,...
Bolt launches electric vehicle category in South Africa
Bolt has officially launched an electric vehicle ride category in South Africa, starting in Cape Town through a fleet partnership with local operator YugoRide. The company is targeting 500 electric vehicles on South African roads by December 2026, with a Johannesburg rollout already in the pipeline. The launch is the n...
Google Launches AI Community Center in Accra to Boost Africa’s Tech Innovation
Global technology leader Google has officially launched its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Community Center in Accra, Ghana, marking a significant milestone in Africa’s digital transformation journey. Backed by a $37 million investment, the new facility aims to accelerate AI research and innovation across the continent. The center will serve as a hub for local researchers, innovators, […]
Sam George Commends TP Ghana’s Tech Growth During Landmark Kente Site Visit
Honourable Samuel Nartey George, Member of Parliament for Ningo–Prampram and Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, embarked on a landmark visit to the TP Ghana Kente Site on Thursday, 24 July 2025, underscoring the Ghanaian Government’s steadfast commitment to nurturing homegrown technological prowess. Flanked by an eminent delegation—including Mr Alex Okosi, Managing Director for Sub-Saharan Africa; Mr Charles Murito, Director of […]
South Korea to Secure 10,000 GPUs for National AI Computing Centre
South Korea on Monday announced an ambitious plan to secure 10,000 high-performance graphics processing units (GPUs) within this year as it seeks to strengthen its artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities amid growing global competition according to a Reuters report. “As competition for dominance in the AI industry intensifies, the competitive landscape is shifting from battles between […]
Google Launches Android 15 with Game-Changing Features
Google has officially unveiled Android 15, and it’s being hailed as the most transformative update in Android history. Packed with groundbreaking features, this version elevates user experience, security, and productivity to new heights. Here’s a look at the seven features that are stealing the spotlight: 1. Gemini AI Assistant: Android 15 introduces Gemini, a built-in […]
Apple Just Launched iOS 18.2, and It’s Totally Insane!
Apple has unveiled iOS 18.2, marking the most significant update in the operating system’s history. Packed with groundbreaking features, this update transforms how users interact with their devices, from creative tools to AI-powered enhancements and unparalleled gaming optimization. What’s New in iOS 18.2? 1. Image PlaygroundBring your imagination to life! This feature allows users to […]
Swiss Ambassador Meets with DEAF CAN TALK Innovators
H.E. Simone Giger, Swiss Ambassador to Ghana, recently held an insightful meeting with Albert Tetteh and Ike Agyei Mensah, CEO of DEAF CAN TALK, an AI-powered mobile app that bridges the communication gap between hearing-impaired individuals and the hearing community. This innovative app, the first of its kind in Ghana, converts spoken speech into text […]
Dell is back with an incredible deal on gaming PCs and laptops.
Dell is back this March with an extensive sale on laptops, gaming PCs, monitors, and more. The company, known for its quality hardware, is offering significant discounts that are too good to miss. Whether you’re in the market for a powerful gaming PC or a sleek laptop, Dell has you covered. Here are some highlights […]