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Africa   -   May 29, 2026 Africa’s $100 Million Jobs Bet: Daniel Yu Launches Fund to Tackle Poverty Through Employment
Africa’s $100 Million Jobs Bet: Daniel Yu Launches Fund to Tackle Poverty Through Employment

Daniel Yu has launched the $100 million Africa Jobs Fund to tackle poverty through large-scale job creation. Focused on manufacturing, labour mobility, and productivity, the initiative aims to boost incomes, create economic opportunity, and support sustainable growth across Africa.

Film Making   -   May 29, 2026 From Vision to Global Screens: Tayo Elesin's Journey in Independent Film Making
From Vision to Global Screens: Tayo Elesin's Journey in Independent Film Making

Tayo Elesin is a British filmmaker building a global production company that creates impactful stories, supports emerging talent, and connects audiences across cultures through compelling filmmaking.

AI-Powered Future: EKSU Unveils $728,000 (₦1 Billion) ICT Experience Centre
Nigeria   -   May 31, 2026 AI-Powered Future: EKSU Unveils $728,000 (₦1 Billion) ICT Experience Centre

Ekiti State University has commissioned a $728,000 (₦1 billion) AI-driven ICT Experience Centre to strengthen digital learning, innovation, and technology training. The facility aims to equip students with future-ready skills and support modern academic delivery in a digital economy.

by 1 - Joseph James Udoh
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Nigeria   -   May 31, 2026 AI-Powered Future: EKSU Unveils $728,000 (₦1 Billion) ICT Experience Centre
AI-Powered Future: EKSU Unveils $728,000 (₦1 Billion) ICT Experience Centre

Ekiti State University has commissioned a $728,000 (₦1 billion) AI-driven ICT Experience Centre to strengthen digital learning, innovation, and technology training. The facility aims to equip students with future-ready skills and support modern academic delivery in a digital economy.

by 1 - Joseph James Udoh
Africa   -   May 29, 2026 Africa’s $100 Million Jobs Bet: Daniel Yu Launches Fund to Tackle Poverty Through Employment
Africa’s $100 Million Jobs Bet: Daniel Yu Launches Fund to Tackle Poverty Through Employment

Daniel Yu has launched the $100 million Africa Jobs Fund to tackle poverty through large-scale job creation. Focused on manufacturing, labour mobility, and productivity, the initiative aims to boost incomes, create economic opportunity, and support sustainable growth across Africa.

by 1 - Joseph James Udoh
Film Making   -   May 29, 2026 From Vision to Global Screens: Tayo Elesin's Journey in Independent Film Making
From Vision to Global Screens: Tayo Elesin's Journey in Independent Film Making

Tayo Elesin is a British filmmaker building a global production company that creates impactful stories, supports emerging talent, and connects audiences across cultures through compelling filmmaking.

by 1 - Joseph James Udoh
Education   -   May 28, 2026 From Classroom to Community: Mrs Patience Achenyo Ejiga’s Impact on Education and Parenting
From Classroom to Community: Mrs Patience Achenyo Ejiga’s Impact on Education and Parenting

Mrs Patience Achenyo Ejiga is transforming education and parenting through Lebeni Academy and MyTutor.NG. By combining quality learning, childcare support, and intentional parenting advocacy, she is helping children and families thrive both in Nigeria and abroad.

by 1 - Joseph James Udoh
Africa   -   May 28, 2026 Africa: The Next Structural Frontier
Africa: The Next Structural Frontier

Africa is emerging as a major global growth frontier driven by youthful populations, digital innovation, natural resources, renewable energy, and regional trade integration. Experts believe the continent’s future depends on turning its vast potential into sustainable economic power.

by 1 - Joseph James Udoh
Uganda   -   May 27, 2026 Uganda Seals Congo Border as Rare Ebola Outbreak Sparks Regional Alarm
Uganda Seals Congo Border as Rare Ebola Outbreak Sparks Regional Alarm

Uganda has ordered the immediate closure of its border with Congo as rare Ebola cases surge in the region. Health officials are racing to contain the outbreak while the WHO warns against border restrictions, urging coordinated action to stop the spread and protect lives.

by 1 - Joseph James Udoh
Kenya   -   May 26, 2026 Left Offline: Refugees in Kenya Face Risk of Exclusion in the AI Revolution
Left Offline: Refugees in Kenya Face Risk of Exclusion in the AI Revolution

Refugees in Kenya face growing digital exclusion as AI and technology reshape the global economy. Documentation barriers, poverty, and limited digital access threaten education, employment, and innovation opportunities, leaving many refugee youth at risk of being left behind.

by 1 - Joseph James Udoh
Inspiration   -   May 26, 2026 Through the Darkest Chapters: Director Toka McBaror Reflects on Survival, Growth, and Hope
Through the Darkest Chapters: Director Toka McBaror Reflects on Survival, Growth, and Hope

Nigerian filmmaker, Director Toka McBaror has shared an emotional reflection on one of the darkest periods of his life, speaking about survival, resilience, and hope. His honest message about refusing to surrender to darkness is inspiring conversations about healing and personal growth.

by 1 - Joseph James Udoh
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