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South Africa Chooses Digital Literacy Over Social Media Bans
SolutionsJul 20

South Africa Chooses Digital Literacy Over Social Media Bans

While other countries ban kids from social media, South Africa's Communications Minister is betting on education instead. Minister Solly Malatsi says teaching parents and children digital skills will protect kids better than age restrictions that don't work.

Daily Maverick2 min read
Nigeria Plans Digital Training for 50 Million Adults
SolutionsMar 5

Nigeria Plans Digital Training for 50 Million Adults

Nigeria just launched an ambitious plan to teach digital skills to 50 million young adults over the next three years. The government granted full autonomy to its literacy commission to tackle the country's 56 million illiterate citizens through community centers and media outreach.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Nigeria's Digital Safety Program Reaches 54,000 Young People
Acts of KindnessJun 17

Nigeria's Digital Safety Program Reaches 54,000 Young People

After six years of teaching teens to navigate the internet safely, SafeOnline is expanding nationwide and adding AI literacy to help young Nigerians thrive in a changing digital world. The program just launched its seventh edition with plans to reach nearly 9,000 more participants by year's end.

Techpoint Africa3 min read
Nigeria Trains 50 People With Disabilities in Digital Skills
SolutionsJan 27

Nigeria Trains 50 People With Disabilities in Digital Skills

Nigeria's tech agency just completed digital literacy training for 50 people with disabilities, opening doors to careers in the country's growing digital economy. The program tackles a critical barrier: millions of Nigerians face platforms that simply don't work with assistive technologies.

Punch Nigeria2 min read
Nigeria's Southwest Gets 5-Year Digital Skills Partnership
InnovationJun 12

Nigeria's Southwest Gets 5-Year Digital Skills Partnership

Six Nigerian states just secured a major partnership to bring digital skills training and innovation hubs to millions of residents through 2030. The agreement aims to ensure no one gets left behind as the digital economy grows.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Africa Launches Partnership to Shape Digital Future
InnovationMar 25

Africa Launches Partnership to Shape Digital Future

Smart Africa and Rwanda's Certa Foundation just joined forces to help African governments build stronger digital policies and train the next generation of tech leaders. The partnership aims to tackle infrastructure gaps while ensuring Africa controls its own digital destiny.

Google News - Africa Innovation2 min read
Niger State Cuts Red Tape with New Digital Agency
InnovationMar 31

Niger State Cuts Red Tape with New Digital Agency

Nigeria's largest state just replaced an entire ministry with a nimble tech agency designed to move faster. The bold restructure aims to bring digital services to millions without bureaucratic delays.

TechCabal3 min read
Kaduna Brings Digital Classrooms to 1,000+ Rural Students
SolutionsFeb 11

Kaduna Brings Digital Classrooms to 1,000+ Rural Students

A mobile tech classroom is rolling into rural Nigerian schools, bringing AI and digital skills training to students who've never touched a computer. Over 1,000 young people across Kaduna State will get their first hands-on experience with technology that could change their futures.

Punch Nigeria3 min read
Netherlands Launches Plan to Protect Digital Legacies
InnovationJun 24

Netherlands Launches Plan to Protect Digital Legacies

Eight in 10 people haven't planned what happens to their online accounts after death, leaving grieving families locked out of photos, bank accounts, and precious memories. Now the Netherlands is taking action to help people protect their digital legacies.

Dutch News2 min read
Singapore Launches First Digital Twin Guide for Businesses
InnovationJul 21

Singapore Launches First Digital Twin Guide for Businesses

Singapore just made it easier for companies to harness technology that could save them millions in downtime and disruptions. The country's new Digital Twin Playbook turns complex tech into a practical roadmap any business can follow.

Google News - Singapore Technology3 min read
Korean Aid Brings Digital Learning to Ghana School
Acts of KindnessAug 1

Korean Aid Brings Digital Learning to Ghana School

Students at a Cape Coast elementary school now have hands-on computer access thanks to a fully equipped tech lab from Korean aid workers. The 13-computer center transforms how children learn digital skills they'll need for tomorrow's jobs.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Netherlands Grants €50K for Digital Art Exploring Tech & Society
Acts of KindnessAug 19

Netherlands Grants €50K for Digital Art Exploring Tech & Society

The Netherlands is investing up to €50,000 in artists who want to explore how technology shapes our world. The Digital Culture Grant Scheme opens doors for creators to experiment with AI, digital media, and emerging tech while asking important questions about our digital future.

Google News - Netherlands Technology2 min read
Spain Trains 22,000 Seniors in Digital Skills Program
SolutionsJul 13

Spain Trains 22,000 Seniors in Digital Skills Program

Nearly 22,000 people over 60 across Spain just learned how to navigate the digital world, from booking doctor appointments to staying connected with family. The free program proves you're never too old to master new technology.

Google News - Spain Success2 min read
Kenya and AfriLabs Partner to Expand Digital Access
InnovationFeb 4

Kenya and AfriLabs Partner to Expand Digital Access

Kenya is joining forces with AfriLabs to create a more inclusive digital future across Africa, with a special focus on youth, women, and people with disabilities. The partnership promises to connect innovation hubs and spread opportunities more evenly across the continent.

Google News - Africa Innovation2 min read
Kenya's Digital Economy Powers 2026 Growth
InnovationJan 27

Kenya's Digital Economy Powers 2026 Growth

Kenya's economic growth is now driven by digital technology adoption rather than traditional aid or commodities. Small businesses are leading the charge with AI, digital payments, and e-commerce transforming how the nation does business. #

Google: economic growth report3 min read
Ethiopia and Huawei Partner to Boost Digital Economy
InnovationJul 15

Ethiopia and Huawei Partner to Boost Digital Economy

Ethiopia's national telecom and global tech giant Huawei are joining forces to bring affordable smartphones, AI-powered solutions, and digital payment tools to millions of businesses across the country. The partnership aims to transform Ethiopia into a regional digital innovation hub by 2028.

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)2 min read
Gabon Opens Digital Academy to Train Citizens in Tech
SolutionsMar 5

Gabon Opens Digital Academy to Train Citizens in Tech

Gabon just launched a five-year program to teach digital skills to citizens and government workers across the country. The Smart Africa Digital Academy will offer free training, online courses, and tech innovation programs starting this month.

Google News - Africa Innovation2 min read
Rural India Museum Shows Digital Tech Changing Lives
InnovationApr 12

Rural India Museum Shows Digital Tech Changing Lives

A living museum in rural Puducherry documents how digital tools are transforming India's most marginalized communities. The Digital Empowerment Foundation's space combines archives, workshops, and real stories of rural women entrepreneurs and barefoot engineers.

YourStory India2 min read
10 Indiana Schools Hit 95% Literacy in State Reading Test
Daily MixApr 9

10 Indiana Schools Hit 95% Literacy in State Reading Test

Ten schools in Indiana's Senate District 7 achieved a 95% or higher pass rate on the 2025 IREAD literacy assessment, proving early reading programs work. The results show what happens when schools make literacy a top priority.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
18,000 Nigerians Gain Digital Skills Thanks to EU Program
Acts of KindnessFeb 6

18,000 Nigerians Gain Digital Skills Thanks to EU Program

Over 18,000 people in conflict-affected regions of Nigeria just got equipped with digital skills that could transform their futures. The three-year program focused on closing the gender gap in tech and giving vulnerable communities a fighting chance in the digital economy.

Punch Nigeria2 min read

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