Google Selects 15 Startups for Africa Accelerator Class 9
June 26, 2025
Google today announced the selection of 15 promising tech startups for its Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa Class 9 program. These innovative startups, hailing from Ghana, Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, and South Africa, are…
Google I/O 2025 Recap: 12 AI Features That Will Define the Next Decade
May 30, 2025
Across Africa and beyond, artificial intelligence is becoming a quiet but powerful presence in everyday life. Whether it’s a smart assistant helping you manage your day or personalized suggestions showing up on your phone, AI…
7 Ways Android’s Latest Updates Will Make Life Easier, Safer and Smarter
May 16, 2025
Every year, Google’s I/O developer conference is a sneak peek into the future of Android, and 2025 is no different. With Android powering over 3 billion active devices globally, it’s more than just an operating…
Google Hustle Academy 2025 Opens Applications
April 23, 2025
Back for 2025, the Google Hustle Academy once again offers free, high-impact business training to entrepreneurs in Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa. This year’s program is more focused than ever on helping founders tap into…
Google Opens Applications for 2025 Startups Accelerator Africa Program
April 17, 2025
Google is now accepting applications for the 2025 Google for Startups Accelerator program. This is a three-month program designed to support early-stage startups that are using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to address Africa’s pressing challenges. The…
Google Releases Gemini 2.5
April 2, 2025
Google has announced the introduction of Gemini 2.5, its most intelligent AI model to date. It is designed to tackle increasingly complex problems. Unlike traditional models that rely on straightforward pattern recognition, Gemini 2.5 is…
OPPO Showcases AI-Driven Smartphone Strategy at Google I/O Connect China
August 15, 2024
Following the Google Cloud Next ’24, global leading smart device brand OPPO made an appearance at the Google I/O Connect China today. Kai Tang, President of OPPO’s Software Engineering, shared insights on how generative AI…
5 AI-Powered Creative Tools To Help You Elevate Your Digital Advertising Campaigns
August 7, 2024
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising industries, including digital marketing, by enabling marketers to create targeted, engaging, and effective campaigns. Last week Google Ads introduced a suite of new AI-powered tools that enhance creativity and performance,…
Three Kenyan Startups Join the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa 8th Cohort
August 1, 2024
Google for Startups Accelerator Africa has announced its 8th cohort of 10 startups utilizing AI to tackle challenges across Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, and South Africa. These startups are addressing healthcare, cargo mobility, energy solutions, and…