Tech & Finance
Starlink in Africa: Pricing for different countries
Pricing varies significantly by country, reflecting local economic conditions and regulatory environments. While some countries face challenges in terms of regulatory approval..
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Tech & Finance
Is Tech Saturated Or Just Competitive?
I didn’t necessarily need to read news updates on tech to realize it would be a big deal, considering the increased adoption. From the 9 to 5 guy who suddenly needed Excel for his daily calculations, to the market woman using a POS device to handle transactions.
Social & Lifestyle
This podcast won't solve Africa's Problems but...
This podcast explores the intersection of technology and creativity, a dynamic space where innovation flourishes. Tech, Art & Soul Podcast delves into how artists, technologists, and thought leaders collaborate to challenge and expand our understanding of creativity in today's world.
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Not enough African Tech talent?
I recently came across a vacancy list from a top tech firm in Nigeria that specified recruitment from countries other than where the company was founded. This raises the question: Are African tech talents struggling to meet the quality and speed required to build top-notch products or brands?
Tech & Finance
Is everyone into Podcasting now?
Back in 2019, only 22% of South Africans were familiar with podcasts, a stark contrast to 77% in the United States.
Social & Lifestyle
Should we 'Jakpa' or should we not!
Approximately 24.8% of migration from Sub-Saharan Africa is directed towards high-income OECD countries, which includes many first-world nations. This translates to around 440,000 people emigrating from Africa annually, representing about 0.05% of the continent's total population
Social & Lifestyle
Gen Z Revolt: Kenyan Edition
Online, #RejectFinanceBill2024 trended for days on end, with plans being formulated on how to take a stance against the government on this active revolution. They took to the streets, armed with placards, and a burning desire to revolutionise their beloved country.
Tech & Finance
Investments for Noobs
Each type of investment has different risks, so it's important to understand the different types before diving in. Investment asset classes are categories of investments that share similar characteristics. Knowing these helps you make better investment choices.
Tech & Finance
Building Bytes: Fostering Innovation Through In-Person Collaboration at "Demo Friday."
Ghana has one of the most sound startups ecosystems in Africa. Ranking 4th in West Africa alone, one key factor contributing to this success is the country's refined entrepreneurial talent. Building bytes, a startup podcast hosted by software entrepreneurs Caleb Lamptey, founder of Landlord, Poga Kuofie and Yaw
Finance
The Rise of Fintech in Ghana
According to 2021 data, there are approximately 573 fintech startups across various African verticals.
Founder Story
What it takes to build a furniture business in Ghana; The Inspiring Journey of Bonobo Concept Store
Reflecting on their journey, Celia remarked, "When we began this adventure, we never thought it would bring us here."
Tech & Finance
Unlocking Africa's Financial Future: From Cash Kings to Digital Innovations
In 2017, World Bank figures revealed that just under 43% of sub-Saharan Africans over 15 years old possessed a bank account, lagging behind other regions.
Social & Lifestyle
Habits of Highly Successful People.
Habits are rituals and behaviors that we perform automatically as a result of constant involvement in a particular course of action.
World
The African Union aims to create its credit rating agency. Here's why.
The African Union plans to create a new sovereign credit rating agency that it says could provide more accurate risk assessments for governments across the continent.
Finance
About the Ghana Central Bank Digital Currency
Ghana is piloting a general-purpose Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) called the e-Cedi, which is a proposed digital currency that will digitize the country's fiat currency. The interest in Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) has escalated in the past few years. According to a BIS survey in 2021
Tech
South Africa has the fastest internet speeds in Africa.
In terms of mobile internet speed, South Africa leads the way in Africa with an average download speed of 44.80 Mbps. Other countries in the top ten for mobile internet speeds include Mali, Morocco, Cameroon, Tunisia, Egypt, Mozambique, Nigeria, Senegal, and Kenya.