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Students are building a bushfire-fighting robot - but can it protect vulnerable farming communities?

Telecel Foundation's DigiTech Academy cohort 3 nears graduation, with students across five regions showcasing robotics, coding, and digital solutions. In Jirapa, a team is finalizing a robot designed to detect and combat bushfires - hinting at the real-world impact of the program.

Tsatsu Tsikata says the worst judicial manipulation in Ghana is receding, arguing that conscience, persistence and the c

Tsatsu Tsikata says the worst judicial manipulation in Ghana is receding, arguing that conscience, persistence and the courts can still deliver justice.

A Ghana-led AI platform just earned global recognition - but what problem is it solving?

Three Ghanaian tech entrepreneurs are making waves with their AI governance platform. Their innovative solution addresses urgent issues in modern artificial intelligence - but what does this mean for the future of AI?

Online blackmail of kids is up - is Ghana doing enough to protect them?

Ghana is seeing an increase in online crimes against children, including blackmail and the sharing of indecent images. Other countries are responding with legislation to protect children online- but where does Ghana stand?

A new US ban on internet routers has been announced - and it could change how you connect at home.

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has made a significant move regarding internet routers. This decision has implications for both consumers and manufacturers - but what could they be?

An AI firm is hiring a weapons expert - but what could possibly go wrong?

AI firm Anthropic is seeking a weapons expert to prevent misuse of its software. This move raises concerns about the safety of using AI systems to handle sensitive information - and the potential implications for international security.

US embassy denies funding Congo's 00m mine guard as Kinshasa shapes a nationwide security force for strategic mineral as

US embassy denies funding Congo's 00m mine guard as Kinshasa shapes a nationwide security force for strategic mineral assets, investors, and stability.

A Tech Expo explored innovative solutions to galamsey - but will these ideas be enough to reverse the damage?

Academic City University's Robotics Club hosted a Tech Expo in partnership with A Rocha Ghana and others- focusing on technological solutions to combat illegal mining. The event showcased student innovations, hinting at a future where technology plays a crucial role in environmental restoration- but what solutions were presented?

Ghana can develop rapidly if it prioritizes engineering, science, and tech - but how can the nation achieve this?

Ing Ludwig Annang Hesse says engineering, science, and technology are critical for Ghana's development. He urges Ghana to emulate Asian countries by prioritizing these fields - but what changes are needed to make this a reality?

A Filmmakers Summit in Kumasi unveiled a GH¢20 million government fund and a unified plan to revive Kumawood through in

A Filmmakers Summit in Kumasi unveiled a GH¢20 million government fund and a unified plan to revive Kumawood through investment and training.

NPP National Treasurer Dr Charles Dwamena suspends his working visit after a convoy accident near Buipe left a driver in

NPP National Treasurer Dr Charles Dwamena suspends his working visit after a convoy accident near Buipe left a driver injured and hospitalised in Central Gonja.

Parts of Accra experienced MTN service disruptions- but the reason might surprise you.

MTN Ghana subscribers in parts of Greater Accra experienced service disruptions- impacting both voice and data. The NCA is closely monitoring the situation and working to ensure full restoration of services- but what caused the outage?

Minority demands answers on Ghana's GH¢1 fuel levy, urging audited disclosures on collections, payments, and outstandin

Minority demands answers on Ghana's GH¢1 fuel levy, urging audited disclosures on collections, payments, and outstanding energy-sector debts in full now.

Why is Ghana's Communication Minister calling for a unified African position on digital standards?

Ghana's Communications Minister is encouraging African countries to unify their positions. This is ahead of the World Telecommunication Standardisation Assembly (WTSA) 2028 - but what does this mean for the continent's digital future?

Authorities have made arrests related to AI-generated videos of President Mahama - but what was the purpose?

Ghana's Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team (CVET) has apprehended 11 individuals, including foreign nationals, amidst allegations of creating deepfake videos impersonating President Mahama. The suspects allegedly leveraged these videos - but to what end?

A viral Snapchat post has led to an arrest - but what sparked this online storm and who is truly involved?

Promise Yayra Asamani, a 20-year-old, has been apprehended by the IGP's Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team. The arrest follows a complaint filed by an Uber driver regarding a damaging social media post - but the situation is more complex than it seems.

Laptops are being distributed across Ghana for a coding initiative - but what impact will this have?

The government has presented laptops to support the national rollout of the One Million Coders Programme (OMCP) - a flagship initiative to equip young people with digital skills. The deployment of laptops to learning centers across the country hints at a strategic move to enhance digital training.

GRA says the Publican AI system is speeding up trade at Ghana’s ports, cutting declaration reviews from two hours to f

GRA says the Publican AI system is speeding up trade at Ghana’s ports, cutting declaration reviews from two hours to five minutes.