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Author: Kateule Nakazwe

Bongohive Forum: Developing the ICT Sector In Zambia Featured UNCTAD

By Imanga Kay On February 19, the chief at ICT Analysis section of UNCTAD, Torbjörn Fredriksson, visited Bongohive to speak on the topic of “Developing the ICT sector in Zambia.” UNCTAD and BongoHive organised a multi-stakeholder discussion in order to bring to the fore the challenges and opportunities in the ICT Sector in Zambia. Among… Read more »

GIST Tech-I Competition 2015

Guest blog by GIST The GIST Tech-I Competition is an annual competition for science and technology entrepreneurs from emerging economies worldwide. Aspiring innovators submit their ideas and startups online in an application consisting of an executive summary and promotional video. Their applications are then reviewed by experts and voted on by the global voting public… Read more »

Developing the ICT Sector in Zambia | Thursday, February 19

UNCTAD and BongoHive have organised this multi-stakeholder discussion in order to bring to the fore the challenges and opportunities in the ICT Sector in Zambia. To attend this discussion, please sign up here Developing a thriving information and communication technology (ICT) sector is a priority for many developing and emerging economies. It drives private sector… Read more »

Business associations sign-up to support PEP-Z Business Plan Competition

ZACCI, ZAM, ZCSMBA and BongoHive sign MOU with PEP-Z MOU reaffirms signatories’ objective of creating economic and social development  LUSAKA, Zambia, Thursday, January 29, 2015 – Senior representatives from the Zambia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ZACCI), the Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM), the Zambia Chamber for Small and Medium Business Associations (ZCSMBA), and BongoHive… Read more »

think Application for 2015

Guest blog by think After a first successful intake, Tigo and Millicom’s tech incubator in Rwanda, think, opened applications for the 2nd cohort. think calls for high-potential, Africa-focused technology companies to apply for a 6-month accelerator program in Rwanda. In this second round, think seeks to support exceptional tech startups to develop innovative digital solutions… Read more »

The African Digital Art Challenge “#AfrinnovChallenge”

Guest blog by  The African Innovation Foundation The African Innovation Foundation (AIF) is pleased to announce its launch of the African Digital Art Challenge. The purpose of AIF is to increase to purpose is to increase prosperity of Africans by catalysing innovation spirit in Africa. Through its landmark initiative, the Innovation Prize for Africa (IPA),… Read more »

Join BongoHive’s Pool of Consultants!

BongoHive wants YOU! BongoHive brings technical assistance, advice and expertise to corporate and institutional clients on a range of technology issues. We do this by pooling together top talent from our membership to help organisations develop and implement technology strategies and solutions for long term growth. We leverage local skills to deliver tech innovation to… Read more »

We Have Moved

We have now moved into new offices located at 9169B Nanshila Road, Kalundu, Lusaka. The last 2 years were spent in an amazing space filled with art, that was super friendly and a convenient location. We have good memories of being there but we couldn’t be more excited about our new space. Located near the… Read more »

Startup Weekend Lusaka 2014 Recap

Startup Weekend Lusaka took place from Friday 28th to Sunday 30th of November 2014 at BongoHive. This is the second time BongoHive is hosting this global event that brings together and connects entrepreneurs, developers, designers and startup enthusiasts with mentors and resources. The startup weekend nurtures passionate entrepreneurs and guides them through practical sessions on… Read more »

Startup Weekend Lusaka 2014

Startup Weekend is a 54 hour event that brings together Lusaka designers, developers, entrepreneurs, and experts from all domains to do amazing things. All Startup Weekend events follow the same basic model: anyone is welcome to pitch their startup idea and receive feedback from their peers. Teams organically form around the top ideas (as determined… Read more »