What Is ChatGPT? How It Works, Its Evolution and Why It Matters
What is ChatGPT and how does it work? Explore its evolution from GPT-3 to GPT-5, current plans, uses, risks, regulation and implications for Africa.
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Ghana Bans Ghana Card Photocopies for Transactions, Makes Biometric Verification Mandatory
Ghana has introduced new identity verification rules requiring biometric authentication for regulated transactions while prohibiting organisations from relying on photocopies or visual inspection of the Ghana Card. The National Identification Authority says the reforms are designed to strengthen digital security…
MACRA Data Protection Regulations: 7 Major Changes Proposed for Malawi
MACRA Data Protection Regulations: Malawi Consults Stakeholders on New Privacy Rules MACRA Data Protection Regulations are at the centre of a new stakeholder consultation launched by the Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) to strengthen the country’s privacy and data governance…
Telkom Commits R100 Million to Launch AI Institute for South Africa
South African telecommunications giant Telkom AI Institute has committed R100 million (approximately US$6.1 million) to establish a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) Institute aimed at equipping South Africans with practical AI and digital skills, supporting innovation, and creating new opportunities in…
MTN Group CEO Ralph Mupita Joins UN AI Commission in Major Global AI Leadership Move
Why Ralph Mupita AI for Good Global Commission Appointment Matters MTN Group President and Chief Executive Officer Ralph Mupita has been appointed as a founding commissioner of the AI for Good Global Commission, a new United Nations-backed initiative aimed at…
Ghana’s e-visa system launches nationwide after GIS training
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) says the new digital visa platform is expected to speed up traveller processing, strengthen border controls and support tourism and investment. ACCRA, Ghana — Ghana will begin nationwide electronic visa processing next week after the…
Ghana’s digital ID expansion accelerates as government pushes inclusion
Ghana’s digital ID expansion gains pace as authorities aim to boost financial inclusion and public service access, raising both opportunities and data protection concerns. ACCRA, Ghana — 5 May 2026 Ghana’s digital ID expansion is accelerating as the government intensifies…
