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Analysis & Features

Zanzibar forum to focus on alternative and sustainable investment options

January 11, 2023 admin 0

Zanzibar is set to host the East and Central Africa Institutional Investors Forum 2023 in February. Under the theme “Rethinking Investment Returns in the New Normal, Investing for Impact”, the forum scheduled for February 22 and [c]

Analysis & Features

Can Africa’s startups keep up record funding run amidst global turmoil?

December 6, 2022 admin 0

By Thabiso Foto Startups have become vital engines of change that can have an outsized impact on an economy. They are crucial in fueling innovation and enhancing economic and digital competitiveness. They improve access to [c]

Analysis & Features

Pros and woes of privatisation and how to streamline the path during this inevitability

November 30, 2022 admin 0

Sammy Ndolo, the CDH Kenya Partner in the Corporate & Commercial practice, provides guidance on how the upcoming privatisation laws are to have a both favourable and unfavourable effect on the Kenyan economy.  For decades, [c]

Analysis & Features

How diaspora remittances have shaped Kenya’s economy

November 7, 2022 admin 0

By Ivan Kanyali  In 2021, remittance inflows to Kenya reached an all-time record of $3.71 billion, an increase of more than ten times since 2005. Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) data further shows that in [c]

Analysis & Features

Why and how has Africa fully embraced cryptocurrency?

April 19, 2022 admin 0

Africa is an interesting continent and one that has shown that it can be extremely diverse. Of course, many may immediately associate the region with poverty and corruption, however there are some that may not [c]

Analysis & Features

The ‘convenience’ economy: How online retailers can ensure they are best in class

April 8, 2022 admin 0

By Karmany Reddy The past few years have sparked significant change in society and the global (and local) economy. Most businesses, where possible, transitioned to working remotely and quickly became the new norm for businesses [c]

Analysis & Features

Micro, Small and Medium Entrepreneurs need innovative support for quicker recovery

March 9, 2022 admin 0

By Joshua Oigara The COVID-19 pandemic has largely been framed as a public health crisis, over one and a half years since it hit Kenya. However, its economic impact has been severe and widespread. The [c]

Analysis & Features

CEOs optimism hits 10-year high as three-quarters expect stronger global economy in 2022

January 19, 2022 admin 0

CEOs continued to face pressure generated by the ongoing COVID pandemic and market conditions such as rising inflation, supply chain disruptions and the ‘Great Resignation’ in parts of the world including Africa. Despite the array [c]

Analysis & Features

Africa Economic Recovery: The role of digital technology in efficient ports and free trade

November 16, 2021 admin 0

As Africa’s economy recovers from the impact of the pandemic, how are ports keeping up? Not quickly enough — according to The Star’s (Kenyan Newspaper) report “Africa’s Ports: Rapid Transformation“. The report points to the [c]

Analysis & Features

How Cloud technology could transform manufacturing in Africa

August 26, 2021 admin 0

By Francis Wainaina Globally, the manufacturing sector plays a significant role in driving c and lifting people out of poverty. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, however, global manufacturing output has been in decline [c]

Analysis & Features

Securing a niche in Kenya’s exploding tech economy

June 27, 2021 admin 0

The tech scene in Kenya is going from strength to unprecedented strength. The Harvard Business Review is the latest in a line of analysts to note the incredible growth of the tech industry, with the impact [c]

Analysis & Features

How Can the News Give You Hints About the Health of the Economy?

June 20, 2021 admin 0

Are you looking to begin trading currencies? It is one of the most lucrative ventures you can try. You might want to buy Iraqi dinar. However, you need to take your time and get enough [c]

Analysis & Features

African firms embrace Digital Economy, key to economic recovery post-pandemic

April 5, 2021 admin 0

The COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has increased the awareness of the importance of digital technologies, and many Sub-Saharan African countries are seizing the opportunity to create conditions for new, better and inclusive jobs. The latest Africa’s [c]

Analysis & Features

Cannabis and Coronavirus: 4 things your business should do right now

July 16, 2020 admin 0

In recent years, the cannabis industry has seen significant success. It has put them in the commercial market and has also seen advancements in the field of studies. With the arrival of COVID-19, the global [c]

Events Noticeboard

Virtual forum to focus on business competitiveness and economic growth in Africa

June 23, 2020 admin 0

The African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) will host its 52nd Plenary Session on “Business Environment, Competitiveness and Economic Growth in Africa” on the June 29, 2020. The sessions will be held virtually where researchers, academics, policy-makers, non-state actors [c]

Analysis & Features

Why I’m resolute in my afro-optimism despite the continent’s challenges

May 19, 2020 admin 0

By Cathy Smith It is becoming clear that most – if not all – our major social, economic and political decisions over the next few years will be made through the prism of the coronavirus [c]

Analysis & Features

Next stage of Uganda’s digital economy to be powered by open APIs

January 18, 2020 admin 0

While about 18 million Ugandans are now able to access services via the internet, only a fraction of the 18 million are able to bank, pay school fees or utility bills, order transport, search for [c]

Analysis & Features

Financial technology key for sustained economic growth in Kenya – ICAEW

April 29, 2019 admin 0

Most African countries have a positive economic outlook, largely due to the positive performance of traditional sectors, according to the Institute of Chartered in England and Wales (ICAEW) latest report, Economic Insight: Africa Q1 2019. [c]

Analysis & Features

Secure, trusted internet critical to growth of Africa’s economy – report

November 23, 2017 admin 0

Many African countries have made significant progress towards creating an internet sector, with broad reforms that focus on increasing broadband availability.  There have been further successes within countries in developing online platforms, fostering growth of [c]

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Tech&PR

Joel Chacha, the GM and Chief Strategist at Tell-Em, named among judges for 2023 PRWeek Global Awards

Friends and advice greatly determine people’s purchase decisions. Not Influencers.

Ogilvy in deal with Savannah Labs to develop Web3.0 solutions for brands and marketers in Africa

Idea Hive taps Muruiki Murunge as MD as it expands operations into East Africa

Ogilvy PR picks Rahul Titus to head new Business Influence unit

Ogilvy Africa wins Statue at London International Awards, a first for a Kenya-based PR firm

East Africa PR Week set for Mombasa County, Kenya, in mid-November

Lesso Lessons, a Roto Tanks project, wins 3 prizes at Loeries Africa and Middle East Grand Prix

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Cybersecurity Bulletin:

Almost 50% of cryptocurrency users fear losing money due to volatility, and no longer use digital currencies

ChatGPT: The impact will be social, not technical

How ChatGPT will influence cybersecurity

Staff in Africa, Middle East, and Turkey fear that a cyberattack may disrupt robotised production for weeks

What cyber confrontation looked like in 2022

StrongPity APT group’s espionage campaign targets Android users with trojanized Telegram app

BlueNoroff, an APT actor, adopts new malware techniques under guise of VC funds as it renews attacks

Sophos ranks top in the Omdia Universe report for comprehensive XDR solutions

Despite being prone to cyberattacks, employees believe robots can control city transport and logistics

Five healthy digital habits for 2023 from Kaspersky

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Joel Chacha, the GM and Chief Strategist at Tell-Em, named among judges for 2023 PRWeek Global Awards

Friday January 20, 2023 is the entry deadline to pitch live at Africa Tech Summit Nairobi

Local African talent set to shine as CHAN 2022 kicks off on StarTimes

Full official trailer released as Single Kiasi S2 starts streaming on Showmax

Zanzibar forum to focus on alternative and sustainable investment options

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With Africa set to become next global tech hub, here’s what it could mean for industries across the board

Top 5 data privacy trends that will rule 2023

Epson partners with dry Fibre Technologies to create designer recycled clothes

ChatGPT: The impact will be social, not technical

Bold digital solutions needed to address health access challenges 

Africa’s fintech revolution offers insight into the possibilities for healthtech 

How ChatGPT will influence cybersecurity

How migrants are helping to improve education standards

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CSR:

With Africa set to become next global tech hub, here’s what it could mean for industries across the board

AVA to assemble BasiGo’s electric-powered buses for Nairobi PSV operators

mTek partners with Kyosk.app and Fin Africa to offer digital insurance services to over 100,000 retail outlets

AFEX names new management changes as it expands operations to Uganda

Kenya Association of Music Producers granted CMO license by KECOBO

LG rolls out color changing fridge with upto 190,000 possible color combinations

Almost 50% of cryptocurrency users fear losing money due to volatility, and no longer use digital currencies

Top 5 data privacy trends that will rule 2023

Epson partners with dry Fibre Technologies to create designer recycled clothes

Kenyan fintech Kyanda Africa among 11 startups picked for Cohort 3 of Africa Startup Initiative Program




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