The speedy advancement of Artificial Intelligence is changing industries worldwide. This transformation has impacted education massively. In Africa, where traditional education systems face challenges such as overcrowded classrooms, limited infrastructure, and a shortage of qualified teachers, AI-powered learning tools offer a better way for students to learn and a greater…
Author: Mabel Azara Tswanya
The integration of Artificial Intelligence into healthcare has started global conversations about the role of human doctors in the future. In Nigeria, where the healthcare system faces significant challenges; such as a shortage of doctors, misdiagnosis, and lacking access to quality care, AI has the potential to fill the gap.…
The African job market is evolving rapidly, with artificial intelligence (AI) reshaping how people find and apply for work. Technology is making employment hunting easier, from AI-driven work matching platforms to automated resume screening, but not without its downsides. While AI is helping Africans access more opportunities, it also brings…
Nigeria’s healthcare sector is fraught with problems, and of the many, frequent misdiagnoses remain a pertinent issue in the field. These often lead to delayed treatments, unnecessary procedures, and, in some cases, fatal consequences. Many Nigerians have stories of being treated for one illness, only to later discover it was…
Nigerians are always looking for ways to make their daily doing simpler, and this also applies to their financial life. Contactless payments are one of the innovations that facilitate more seamless transactions between Nigerians and their international companions. If this means of payment becomes the norm, there will no longer…
For a few years, Artificial intelligence (AI) has speedily transformed several industries around the world. However, the rate at which AI caused development delayed the adequate regulation of policies and ethics surrounding it. Several continents moved quickly upon noticing, passing legislation that favoured not only the growth of AI but…
The Google search engine has been the preferred content discovery tool for African bloggers for years. This prolific search engine has helped many creatives with SEO and research, making bloggers all over Africa flock to it religiously. However, the rise of AI-powered search engines such as ChatGPT, Perplexity AI, and…
In the past, if the phrase “video conferencing” was uttered, the undisputable reply was Skype. It didn’t matter if someone needed to have a personal chat, business meeting, or an international interview, Skype was seemingly the only application worth utilizing. Today, this standard is evidently different. Platforms like Zoom, Google…
Online shopping was revolutionary at its start. An ingenious invention during its peak, these mobile apps were meant to digitize the experience of going to any sort of physical shop that people frequent. It was simply about choosing an item from an online catalogue, dropping it in the cart, paying,…
In the digital world, it seems that only a handful of social media platforms are given a seat at the table. Whatsapp, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, and, in more recent years, TikTok are often the focus of people’s attention. Because of this excessive focus on the Big 5, people rarely pay…
Unveiled in September 2024, Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro is said to be Apple’s greatest creation yet. With cutting-edge features designed to improve productivity, creativity, and overall user experience, the iPhone 16 Pro is a superior mobile device. But as the cost of smartphones remains on a steady rise, many African…
While the iPhone has proven to be a superior mobile device on several fronts, it has always lacked a strong battery capacity. For years, Apple users have bemoaned the quick drainage of their mobile power, an issue that only worsens with months of use and charging. With the advent of…
The Apple A-series chips have been one of the greatest features of any iPhone since their integration in 2007. These System on Chip (SoCs) use ARM-based architecture to bring processing power to iPhones, iPads, Apple TVs, and even iPods back in the day. However, the advent of the A18 chip…
Artificial Intelligence is changing how Africans approach journalism. AI can help make automated news reports and facilitate the research process. Because of this, technology’s role in the newsroom is spreading across various sectors. While all this seems wonderful, what does it truly mean for African journalism? Is AI a tool…
Like many other social media applications, Instagram has evolved beyond a place to watch reels and like photos. In recent years, there has been a growth in social media shopping, and Instagram is part of this revolutionary way to buy things online. Part of this change has brought what is…
When it comes to human interactions with technology, AI Voice assistants remain unmatched. This ever-improving innovation Can now transcribe what people say with about 85 – 90% per cent accuracy and give immediate, verbal feedback. Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant are most useful in English and other popular languages, but…
Artificial Intelligence was once a sci-fi concept that seemed to only exist in movies and far-away labs. But today, it’s an everyday innovation that is changing how we create and consume content, and writers benefit from it greatly. In Nigeria, AI-powered tools like ChatGPT, Jasper, and Copy.ai are being used…
In the past, if you were looking to do online business on any social media platform, the instant go-to was Facebook Groups. This was a feature on the app known to drive engagement and connect with potential customers who could double as friends and build a community. But it seems…
The cost of data in Nigeria is at an all-time high, with some trusted data services increasing their plans by a whopping 200%. In the face of this injustice, many Nigerians are scrambling to find an affordable plan that still suits their tastes. From this search, many have come across…
Reared in a season of economic recession, Nigerian Gen Z’s have cultivated the fine art of making every activity in their lives a financial venture. This generation has been able to evolve X (Twitter) into more than a space for sharing memes, hot takes, and political conversation. In 2025, the…