Tag: #DigitalAfrica
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AFRICA URGED TO LEVERAGE DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION FOR SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
Experts say Africa can leapfrog traditional development pathways by empowering youths, fostering innovation, and strengthening academia-industry collaboration. Africa has a chance to fast-track sustainable development through digital transformation, says Prof. Clement Kolawole. Speaking at the 2026 Trinity University/Industry Management Leadership Production Development Conference in Yaba, Lagos, he highlighted that innovation, youth empowerment, and strong partnerships…
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META AND NDPC SET TO FINALISE $32.8 MILLION DATA PRIVACY DISPUTE ON NOVEMBER 3
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) and Meta Platforms, Inc. are scheduled to adopt the terms of their $32.8 million fine settlement on November 3 at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The court date was set by Justice James Omotosho after Meta’s lawyer, Fred Onuobia, SAN, was delayed in filing settlement documents but confirmed…
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UNILAG HOSTS INDUSTRY LEADERS TO SHAPE AFRICA’S AI FUTURE
Captains of industry gathered at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) to discuss “Equitable Partnerships and the Future of AI in Africa.” Vice Chancellor Prof. Folasade Ogunsola opened the event, stressing that AI is not just the future, it’s the present opportunity for Africa to leapfrog in education, healthcare, governance, and industry through innovation rooted in…
