Author: Joseph Michael

Kenya’s Senate is currently debating the Artificial Intelligence Bill, 2026, a landmark piece of legislation aimed at regulating artificial intelligence, criminalising deepfakes, and establishing a national regulator. The Bill is a response to growing concerns about the misuse of AI technologies, particularly the manipulation of digital content that can mislead the public, infringe on privacy, or disrupt democratic processes. Sponsored by nominated Senator Karen Nyamu, the Bill proposes criminal penalties for individuals or organisations that create or distribute AI-generated content, including videos, images, or audio, without consent and in ways that cause harm, defame, or spread misinformation. Offenders could face…

The Government of Tanzania has introduced a new scholarship programme in artificial intelligence (AI) and data science as part of efforts to build a knowledge-based economy. The initiative, called the Samia Scholarship Extended (DS/AI+), aims to equip students with skills in emerging fields such as AI, machine learning and computational science. It is being implemented by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology in collaboration with national research institutions. Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Adolf Mkenda, said the programme reflects the country’s long-term plan to strengthen local technological capacity. “We are preparing young Tanzanians not merely to adapt to…

Yazi, an AI-native research technology startup built on the WhatsApp messaging platform, has closed its first institutional funding round, valuing the company at R30 million (about $1.6 million) pre-money. The funding round was led by 3 Capital Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm spun out of Allan Grey, the South African investment management group. The startup did not disclose the exact amount raised in the round. Yazi’s platform leverages artificial intelligence to conduct research and market studies directly through WhatsApp, allowing organisations to run surveys, interviews, diary studies and panel research without requiring respondents to download new applications or switch to unfamiliar…

In the race to build smarter, faster, and more capable AI models, one constant challenge remains: data. Real-world datasets are expensive, scarce, and often subject to privacy restrictions. Enter Synthetic Data as a Service (SDaaS)-a game-changing solution that generates realistic, ready-to-use data on demand. From autonomous vehicles to healthcare diagnostics, SDaaS is helping AI models learn faster, test safer, and perform better. Imagine limitless datasets at your fingertips, without compromising privacy or speed. This is not the future of AI-it’s happening right now. The Data Dilemma in Modern AI Artificial intelligence (AI) is only as powerful as the data that…

The GPU Technology Conference (GTC) 2026, NVIDIA’s annual artificial intelligence and accelerated computing conference, opened today at the San Jose Convention Centre. The event runs through March 19 and has drawn tens of thousands of developers, researchers, engineers, and business leaders from over 190 countries. Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA, delivered the opening keynote. He said, “AI is no longer a single breakthrough, or application…it is an essential infrastructure. Every company will use it; Every nation will build it.” GTC 2026 features more than 1,000 sessions covering AI development, accelerated computing, robotics, scientific computing, quantum computing, and enterprise…

Did you know that behind every AI system is a large amount of human-generated training data? Tech companies rely on people around the world to help improve AI models by labelling data, reviewing responses and testing machine learning systems. The good news is that many platforms now allow people to work from home and earn money online by helping train AI models. These tasks can include evaluating chatbot answers, labelling images, recording voice samples, or reviewing search results. If you are looking for legitimate work-from-home opportunities, here are some trusted websites that pay contributors to help train artificial intelligence systems. 1.…

Microsoft has unveiled Copilot Health, a new artificial intelligence-powered feature designed to help individuals better understand and manage their personal health information. The launch marks the company’s latest expansion of its AI assistant ecosystem into the rapidly growing digital healthcare sector. The new tool is integrated into Microsoft Copilot and allows users to connect medical records, wearable device data and other health information in one place. By analysing these datasets, the AI assistant can generate personalised insights and provide explanations for complex medical information. AI Assistant for Personal Health Insights According to Microsoft, Copilot Health is designed to simplify how…

WhatsApp is set to allow rival artificial intelligence chatbots on its platform in Brazil, following a similar move in Europe, marking a major shift in Meta’s control over AI access within its messaging ecosystem. The change comes after regulatory interventions challenged Meta’s earlier decision to block third-party AI services from integrating with the WhatsApp Business API. Previously, only Meta’s proprietary AI assistant was permitted, limiting competition and choice for users and developers. In Brazil, the competition authority CADE intervened to suspend Meta’s ban, prompting the company to provide access to external AI providers. “We are committed to ensuring a level…

Nigeria’s digital landscape has witnessed remarkable transformation over recent years. Young Nigerians increasingly turn to content creation as viable career paths. Musicians, comedians, fashion designers, writers, and digital marketers build thriving businesses through online platforms. The rise of social media and digital payment systems has created unprecedented opportunities for creative individuals. The creator economy represents an ecosystem where individuals generate income by producing and distributing digital content directly to audiences. This economic model differs fundamentally from traditional employment. Creators monetise their skills, knowledge, creativity, and personality through various channels including YouTube, Instagram, podcasting platforms, online courses, and digital marketplaces. In…

Key Takeaways: Young adults between eighteen and twenty-four generate nearly fifty per cent message volume. A vast majority, mostly individuals under thirty, use the tool. OpenAI recently unveiled data on its platform’s growth. The data shows a rapid evolution in India’s digital landscape, driven by significant AI adoption. This indicates a strong desire among students to modernise traditional workflows.It was revealed that those aged eighteen to twenty-four account for nearly fifty per cent of message volume. This shift in technology usage among the next generation is significant. It shows that young adults in the region are prioritising digital innovation in…