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AI could add 4% to Nigeria, sub-Saharan Africa’s GDP, says IMF

The IMF reports that AI could add 4% to Nigeria and sub-Saharan Africa’s GDP over the next decade with strategic investment in digital infrastructure and s Read More: https://punchng.com/ai-could-add-4-to-nigeria-sub-saharan-africas-gdp-says-imf/

The Punch · 21 Jul 2026

UPRS rallies artistes during annual meeting

Members of the Uganda Performing Right Society (UPRS) have reaffirmed that the collective management organisation belongs to every member, not a select few, as they called for greater unity and accountability, as well as adoption of modern technology. This was during their 2026 Annual General Meeting held last Friday at the Uganda Registration Services Bureau […] The post UPRS rallies artistes during annual meeting a

The Observer · 21 Jul 2026

Ugandan youth embrace tech in business, fall short on digital rights

Ugandan youths have readily embraced the opportunities presented by digital transformation, but a growing body of evidence suggests that many remain unaware of the laws governing business and digital rights. With unemployment standing at 12.2 per cent, young people continue to bear the brunt of limited formal employment opportunities. Many have turned to entrepreneurship, using […] The post Ugandan youth embrace tech

The Observer · 21 Jul 2026