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OA News: April 29 – May 5, 2013
May 5, 2013 ♦ News
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This week’s African tech news round-up consists of 81 stories from 21 countries.

Fostering interest in robotics for African youth
May 3, 2013 ♦ Education
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Fostering interest in robotics for African youth

A new robotics platform is poised to attract young engineering enthusiasts in Africa to pursue robotics.

Anonymous-aligned groups operate online in support of the African people
May 3, 2013 ♦ Web
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Anonymous-aligned groups operate online in support of the African people

Numerous groups operating in Africa have strong allegiances to the Anonymous hacktivist group. They tend to focus on protecting human rights.

Startup Weekends to be held in Lagos, Antananrivo, Praia, Douala, Khartoum
May 3, 2013 ♦ Business
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Startup Weekends to be held in Lagos, Antananrivo, Praia, Douala, Khartoum

At least 5 Startup Weekends are scheduled for May, June, and July 2013. The events are poised to develop innovative businesses that serve local needs.

Tutorys brings social learning to Africa using online video tutorials
May 1, 2013 ♦ Education & Video
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Tutorys brings social learning to Africa using online video tutorials

Tutorys, a new social learning platform, is bringing ICT skills to Africa using online video tutorials.

OA News: April 22-28, 2013
April 28, 2013 ♦ News
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This week’s African tech news round-up consists of 102 stories from 28 countries.