Africa tipped on strategies to accelerate AI adoption across the continent
April 8, 2024
With the growing appreciation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across the world, African governments, policymakers and industry stakeholders have been urged to collaborate to advance AI governance and drive adoption across the continent. Speaking during the…
Microsoft ADC kicks off second upskilling cohort for University faculty
March 18, 2024
The Microsoft Africa Development Centre (ADC) has kicked off the second upskilling cohort, which will support university lecturers and empower them to keep in step with advancements in the tech industry. This edition introduces elements…
Microsoft ADC Introduces Mentorship Programme for Tech Women in Universities
March 13, 2024
The Microsoft Africa Development Centre has launched a mentorship program for women pursuing technology studies at universities. The first cohort of the initiative, called Women Inspiring and Nurturing Students (WINS), brings together approximately 70 young…
Africa tipped on four sectors that can benefit from AI
January 25, 2024
Artificial intelligence (AI) and Generative AI offer enormous opportunities for the African continent in areas such as healthcare, education, financial inclusion, and agriculture. During a media workshop on the potential of AI in the African…
AI – How to Reap the Rewards Without Fearing the Consequences
January 2, 2024
By Phyllis Migwi, Country Manager, Microsoft Kenya AI has been one of the most pervasive topics in global headlines over the past year, with experts both extolling the much-anticipated benefits of the technology and warning…
Microsoft is Hiring Software Engineer Interns to be Based in Nairobi
December 14, 2023
Microsoft has opened its doors to welcome interns from around the globe, offering an opportunity for aspiring software engineers to join its team in Nairobi, Kenya. You can apply here. Key Details Microsoft’s mission is…
10 AI terms everyone should know
November 17, 2023
By Susanna Ray, Microsoft Source writer The term “AI” has been used in computer science since the 1950s, but most people outside the industry didn’t start talking about it until the end of 2022. That’s…
Africa’s private and public sectors asked to collaborate to enhance AI readiness for transformative growth
November 10, 2023
There is a need for players in Africa’s private and public sectors to start working together to centre the continent in the global generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) dialogue. This was a key takeaway from a…
Microsoft and M-PESA Africa Join Forces to Empower African MSMEs with Digital Skills
October 4, 2023
Microsoft, through its Africa Transformation Office, has partnered with M-PESA Africa to address the digital skills gap among Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Africa. This collaboration is set to revolutionize the landscape for…