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iHub Gives Kenya a Boost in Race for ‘Africa’s Silicon Alley’ Title
Ask any Africa Investment Professional which industries have the potential to accelerate Africa’s growth into middle class economies and you’ll hear Information Communications Technologies (ICT), across the board. The industry not only has a seemingly endless shelf life, but it has great potential to create middle class jobs, spur foreign investment, and improve the quality [...]
Zuma, Kikwete and Tsvangarai Feature at Davos
The World Economic Forum, is an independent international organization committed to improving the state of the world. The Forum provides a platform for decision-makers representing all sectors of society to come together and address major issues on the global agenda
2500 leaders from business, government and civil society, representing more than 90 countries are active [...]
Next Generation Sports Broadcasting to Debut in South Africa at The 2010 FIFA World Cup
ESPN will usher in a new era of sports broadcasting at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. The broadcaster owned by ABC Sports announced today that it will film and show 25 of the World Cup matches, starting with the South Africa vs. Mexico match, in 3D.
The announcement came at this year’s Consumer [...]
M-commerce and its Impact on Africa
Until very recently, most Africans did not have access to credit or debit cards let alone ones that were internationally recognized. I recall when credit cards were introduced to East Africa in the early 2000’s, it was a battle to secure one. The bank required that you make a hefty deposit and sign all manner [...]
How Information Communication Technology (ICT) is transforming Africa
This year, the Kenya Information and Communication Technology (ICT) regulator, the Kenyan Communications Commission (KCC) marked its first 10 year anniversary with flamboyant radio, newspaper and television adverts detailing its achievements. Many of the radio stations have been offering cash prizes to listeners who can innovatively detail what life was like before the advent of [...]
Rwanda is the World’s Top Business Reformer
Rwanda is the first sub-Saharan African economy to lead the world in business reforms, according to a recent report by The Doing Business Project. The annual report is published by the International Finance Corporation (IFC).
The country has seen steady improvement in its commercial laws and institutions over the last 8 years. In 2008 it introduced [...]
Kenya Building Africa’s Largest Wind Farm
Kenya recently announced plans to build the largest wind farm in Africa. As energy demands increase and blackouts continue to be commonplace accross the continent, African Governments and private companies alike are constantly looking for new energy technology solutions. Kenya through its main power company KenGen is positioning itself as a leader in [...]
American Inventor Finds Opportunity in Africa
Peter Hansen is in the vanguard of a new breed of American entrepreneurs - those who are eager to do business in Africa.
Hansen is co-founder and chief scientist at PointCare Technologies. His company manufactures a device that helps public healthcare agencies in rural and urban areas with limited resources diagnose AIDS.
The African adventure hasn’t always [...]
‘The Zimbabwean’ Trillion Dollar Campaign
The Zimbabwean newspaper was recently driven into exile by the Mugabe regime and slapped with a 55% luxury import duty, making it virtually unaffordable for the average Zimbabwean. With the survival of the publication on the line, the company responded with a masterful public relations and marketing scheme to raise awareness and gain the funding [...]
Kenya’s Parliament goes Digital on the Orange Network
Telkom Kenya has announced an agreement to provide a digitization solution to all Kenyan Members of Parliament. The deal, sealed today by Telkom Kenya Chief Executive Officer Dominique Saint-Jean and the Speaker of the National Assembly Hon. Kenneth Marende, will see the 222 elected MPs get connected electronically.
The agreement covers provision of laptops and internet [...]
