Divam launches "Ubuntu AI" to democratize artificial intelligence in Africa
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The Ivorian firm Divam officially launched "Divam Ubuntu AI" on Friday, April 24, 2026, in Marcory. This platform and certifying program aims to democratize artificial intelligence AI in Africa by training a new generation of talent to integrate these technologies into the continent's realities. "Divam Ubuntu AI" seeks to make AI accessible, practical, and responsible for African professionals, students, and organizations. This initiative follows the deployment of Divam Ubuntu AI Corporate, which was launched in late 2025 to support businesses, institutions, and ecosystems in designing and implementing high-impact AI projects. The platform offers an intensive four-week certifying program with a hybrid format, including video capsules, live interactive sessions, case studies, and a final project, for cohorts of 100 to 500 participants. The program's objective is to enable learners to master AI fundamentals, explore its practical applications in Africa, and understand its ethical implications. During the launch, various use cases were highlighted, such as automation and customer service in businesses, e-governance and fraud prevention in public services, and applications in health, agriculture, and commerce. Leila Dosso, representing the Ministry of Youth Promotion, Professional Integration, and Civic Service, praised the initiative for creating opportunities for young Africans and strengthening their skills. Mohamed Diaby, director of Divam, stated the initiative's ambition is
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The Société Ivoirienne de Banque SIB hosted a high-level meeting on April 16, 2026, with corporate clients and partners from the mining, energy, and hydrocarbons sectors at Palais WIA. This event aimed to foster strategic dialogue and co-construction amidst significant transformations in extractive and energy industries, particularly concerning energy transition, financing structures, and increased demands for performance and sustainability. Mohamed El Ghazi, SIB's Director General, reiterated the bank's vision to be a strategic partner, emphasizing its commitment to supporting these vital sectors for the country's economic development. Yeo Bakary, Deputy Director General for Commercial Affairs, highlighted the bank's evolving relational model, focusing on enhanced client proximity and tailored solutions. Marc Bogler, Director of the Corporate Market, explained the bank's sector-specific approach to address the unique needs of these industries. Hassim Diarrassouba, Director of Specialized Financial Services, underscored SIB's engineering capabilities in providing customized and robust financial solutions aligned with international standards. The meeting facilitated active listening, experience sharing, and identifying new collaboration opportunities. SIB, a subsidiary of Attijariwafa bank since 2009, operates across Côte d'Ivoire with over 1000 employees, offering a range of products and services to individuals, businesses, institutions, and the Ivorian state.
BreakingFighting was reported on Saturday on the outskirts of Mali's capital, Bamako, and in several locations in the country's interior. The Malian army announced in a statement that "unidentified armed terrorist groups" attacked military barracks and other sites in the capital and inland early on April 25, 2026. Witnesses had previously reported assaults in various areas. In Bamako, streets were deserted, and intermittent explosions were heard around 9:00 AM local and GMT time, particularly near the 101 Senou base, which is also close to the airport. Helicopters were also seen flying over the capital. Intense gunfire was also heard in Kati, a town near Bamako that houses the residence of junta leader General Assimi Goïta, according to witnesses, a security source, and an elected official. Residents of Kati and the airport area posted images of damaged homes on social media, with one resident stating, "In Kati, we are still holed up." These attacks had not been claimed as of Saturday. Beyond Bamako and Kati, gunfire was also reported early Saturday in Gao, the largest city in northern Mali, Kidal in the same region, and Sévaré. Mali, a Sahelian country led by a junta, has faced over a decade of conflict and jihadist violence. The country has been led by military regimes since two coups in 2020 and 2021. Since 2012, Mali has been grappling with a severe security crisis fueled by jihadist groups affiliated with Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State, as well as community criminal groups and s
Must ReadAmbassador Aly Touré, spokesperson for the Cocoa Producing Countries of the International Cocoa Organization ICCO, conducted a working visit to the Côte d'Ivoire-Ghana Cocoa Initiative ICCG in Accra, Ghana, on Monday, April 20, 2026. This visit is part of his consultations to address the challenges in the global cocoa economy. The Executive Secretary of the ICCG, Alex Assanvo, received Ambassador Touré, who was accompanied by Michel Arrion, Executive Director of the ICCO. The purpose of the visit was to gather insights, expertise, and advice from the head of the Initiative, particularly regarding the private sector, price-setting mechanisms, and production tools. This consultation is in preparation for meetings of the working group established by the ICCO Producers' College to analyze the market situation and the issue of prices, which often do not adequately compensate small-scale producers. The discussions also covered the challenges and questions related to the sustainability of the global cocoa economy, where producers are often the weakest link in the value chain. The visit follows the "Abidjan Declaration" of March 26, 2018, where President Alassane Ouattara of Côte d'Ivoire and former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo of Ghana reaffirmed their commitment to defining a common and sustainable strategy for cocoa to increase prices for producers in their respective countries.
Must ReadSenegal's Bassirou Diomaye Faye has called for a reinvention of collective security on the African continent. This statement was made on Friday, April 24, 2026, and was reported by Abidjan.net TV.