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Mahama announces $250m investment for AI computing centre
President John Dramani Mahama has announced a $250 million government investment to establish a world-class Artificial Intelligence (AI) computing centre as part of efforts to position Ghana as a leader in emerging technologies. Speaking at the launch of the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy on Friday, April 24...
MTN hosts wealth and wellbeing masterclass to drive financial literacy and sustainable success
Telecommunications giant, MTN Ghana, has reaffirmed its commitment to customer empowerment beyond connectivity, hosting the second edition of its Masterclass Series under the theme “Wealth and Wellbeing – Building Sustainable Success.”
Novel consultation process on bill caused public confusion – Acting NITA boss
The Acting Director-General of the National Information Technology Agency (NITA), Ing. Dr Mark-Oliver Kevor, has explained that the ongoing development of the proposed NITA Bill has followed a “novel” and exploratory consultation process, which he says has contributed to public misunderstanding about the status and con...
Telecel CEO speaks on closing Africa’s gender gap in technology at Rwandan summit
The Chief Executive Officer of Telecel Ghana, Patricia Obo-Nai, has called for a concerted and deliberate structural solution to close the gender gap in Africa’s digital economy.
Solar power in Ghana: Is it time to make the switch?
Power outages (‘dumsor’), have become a regular part of life for many homes and businesses in Ghana. Whether it disrupts remote work, entertainment, or simple daily routines, unreliable electricity keeps affecting productivity and comfort. One conversation keeps getting louder: solar power. Here is a simple breakdown o...
Electroland Ghana boosts police visibility with mobile security kiosks
Electroland Ghana Limited has expanded its corporate social responsibility footprint with the donation of mobile security visibility kiosks to the Ghana Police Service. The initiative is aimed at enhancing traffic management, protect officers, and improve public security across key intersections in the Greater Accra re...
Digital Foundation Africa confirms sole ownership and stewardship of the Africa Digital Festival
Digital Foundation Africa (DFA) today confirms that the Africa Digital Festival (ADF) 2026 will proceed under the sole institutional leadership, ownership, and stewardship of Digital Foundation Africa. DFA issues this notice to clarify for its sponsors, partners, host institutions, the media, and the wider public the g...
Technology can stop hackers, but not customers surrendering their PINs – BoG Fintech Head
The Head of Fintech and Innovation at the Bank of Ghana, Elhanan Owureku Asare, says technology alone cannot stop digital fraud if customers are tricked into giving away their passwords and PINs.
SellQuic launches Ghana’s premier online AI assistant to responds to every customer instantly
Today, SellQuic officially launches its online AI Assistant, Ghana’s first and premier AI-powered customer engagement tool built specifically for online vendors.
Lawmakers push for AI ‘kill switch’ after OpenAI goes rogue
US lawmakers want to give the government the ability to quickly order the turning off of artificial intelligence (AI) tools that may threaten the public.
China tightens overseas investment rules after blocking Meta-Manus deal
China issued sweeping new rules on Monday tightening control of overseas deals that involve Chinese investors, technology, data and national security, a month after Beijing ordered Meta to unwind its acquisition of AI startup Manus. The rules, published by the State Council (cabinet), will take effect on July 1. One...
Indian court ruling on Google keyword ads could reshape online advertising
An Indian court ruling that Google infringed the trademark rights of a bathroom fittings maker by allowing rivals to use its name as an advertising keyword could reshape the online ads market, Indian businesses said on Friday.