#TechFriday n°2️⃣1️⃣3️⃣- Issue of 29/11/2024

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This week, we dive into the heart of African innovation and global digital transformations! 🌍 From the ambitious “Start-up 237” program in Cameroon, which promises an entrepreneurial boom with 1.3 billion FCFA, to the arrival of 5G in Benin 🚀, the continent continues to push the boundaries.

Meanwhile, tech giants like TikTok and Google are redefining their offerings, while Algeria is taking a bold step towards digital sovereignty with its own national operating system 💻.

And because the future of AI also lies in linguistic inclusion, find out how Orange, Meta and OpenAI are paving the way for African languages in technology. 🌟

Ready to explore these inspiring stories and more? Click on your favorite topics and stay connected to tech essentials! 💡

Happy reading and have a great tech weekend! 📰🎉

Innovation: 1.3 Billion FCFA for Cameroonian Startups 🚀

Launched in 2024, the “Start-up 237” program supports 100 Cameroonian start-ups with 1.3 billion FCFA. Funding, mentoring and coaching are aimed at strengthening entrepreneurship among young people and women. Despite 55 projects already funded, challenges remain, including regional disparities and logistical delays. Click here for full article

Agritech in Cameroon: 10 Startups Awarded 🌱

Google Calendar: a new design and finally a dark mode for the web version 🌑

Benin: MTN launches commercial 5G 🚀

MTN Benin launches commercial 5G, marking a major breakthrough for the country with revolutionary connection speeds. This technology will transform the user experience and open up opportunities in sectors such as e-health and education. Accessibility challenges remain. Click here for full article

Algeria launches a national operating system 💻

Algeria adopts a national Linux operating system to ensure data security, reduce technological dependency and stimulate innovation. Designed for local needs, it targets businesses and institutions, promoting digital sovereignty and the development of a competitive digital economy. Click here for full article

Orange, Meta, and OpenAI: A Project to Integrate African Languages into AI 🌍

Orange has signed a partnership with Meta and OpenAI to integrate African languages into AI. The project, launched in 2025, will focus on West African languages such as Wolof and Pulaar. The aim is to improve interaction with customer services and expand the use of local languages in AI. Click here for full article

Education and digitalization: a new challenge for catholic schools in Cameroon 🎓

ONAPEEC held its 33rd general assembly, focusing on the responsibility of parents in the age of digitalization. President Wilfried Donatien Ntolo stressed the need to train parents to guide their children in the digital world.  Click here for full article

20 days to open the App Store to competition in Brazil ⏳

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TechGriot ✌🏾😁