Kenya played host to the largest Artificial Intelligence (AI) conference in Africa, solidifying its status as the continent’s Silicon Savannah. This significant event, organised by Microsoft as part of its global AI Tour, occurred against a backdrop of rapid AI adoption by Kenyan organisations across various sectors. The conference gathered developers, innovators, and business leaders […]
Fostering a thriving African Startup ecosystem through collaboration
By Gerald Maithya In recent years, Africa has emerged as a vibrant hub of innovation, driven by a new generation of entrepreneurs who are leveraging cutting-edge technologies to address some of the continent’s most pressing challenges. At the heart of this transformation are a range of partnerships and collaborations that bring together the resources and […]
Microsoft announces plans to leverage AI to fast-track growth of start-ups in Africa
Microsoft, through the company’s Africa Transformation Office (ATO), has unveiled an initiative that will accelerate advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and foster collaboration between startups and industry leaders. The initiative will also mark the launch of Microsoft’s strategic collaboration with NVIDIA, aimed at accelerating AI startup development in Africa. The announcement was made building on […]