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Across Africa, the intersection of climate change, natural resources, and technology is shaping a new generation of innovators—those building solutions that protect the environment while strengthening economic growth. Among them is Walter, an entrepreneur from the Democratic Republic of Congo whose work is redefining how technology can be applied to some of the continent’s most… Read more »
By Kasiku Kayuma Innovation has always been the engine of human progress. From the printing press to the internet, our greatest leaps forward haven’t just been about the tools themselves—they’ve been about how those tools reshape the way we organize, think, and create. Today, that engine is being fundamentally transformed. Artificial Intelligence (AI) isn’t just… Read more »
Zambia’s green innovators, this is your moment. A new opportunity is about to launch—one designed to move green ideas from concept to real-world impact. Tomorrow, applications officially open for the FACE NDC Innovation Challenge: From Ideas to Impact, a programme created to support entrepreneurs and startups building solutions for a greener, more sustainable economy. Led… Read more »
When Dr. Kayanda Besa joined the Standard Chartered Women in Tech Programme, she brought with her a clear and deeply personal mission: to promote screen-free, play-based learning for children through quality, locally relevant educational resources. Today, WilaWane Store stands as a compelling example of how women-led innovation, when supported by the right ecosystem, can translate… Read more »
When Arthur Abaliwano looked at Africa’s construction and mining landscape, he saw a silent crisis slowing down the continent’s progress: contractors losing days—and money—simply trying to locate the heavy equipment they needed to keep projects moving. “The difficulty in sourcing equipment on time has led to losses for contractors due to project delays,” he recalls…. Read more »
As conversations around Artificial Intelligence gain momentum in Zambia and across the world, BongoHive is playing a leading role in helping the public understand its impact, risks, and opportunities. This week, Aubrey Undi Phiri, a member of the BongoHive Data and AI team, joined Ms. Williams on Hot FM’s Radio After Six for an insightful… Read more »
BongoHive has been awarded €140,561.88 under the EU-funded GreenTech4CE initiative to deliver a 12-month Incubation and Acceleration Programme for 40 early-stage digital enterprises in Lusaka and the Copperbelt. The programme is designed to strengthen startups developing green and circular economy solutions through technical assistance, prototype development, financial and compliance training, mentorship, market linkages, and investment-readiness… Read more »
By Cynthia Kunda As new technologies and customer expectations continue to reshape industries, many organisations rush to adopt the latest tools or trends without first assessing whether they are truly prepared for change. This often leads to stalled initiatives, wasted resources, and missed opportunities. Meaningful innovation is not about reacting to what others are doing—it… Read more »
Last Friday, the Standard Chartered Bank Headquarters hosted a remarkable gathering as the Women in Tech Zambia community celebrated five years of innovation, leadership, and inclusive economic growth. The milestone event drew significant attendance — past winners, mentors, partners, bank leadership, and members of Zambia’s innovation ecosystem — underscoring the programme’s expanding influence and the… Read more »
Lusaka, Zambia — The University of Zambia (UNZA) and BongoHive Innovations Limited have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that strengthens collaboration between academia and industry to turn research, student innovation, and faculty ideas into real-world solutions and scalable enterprises. UNZA Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mundia Muya said the MoU reflects the University’s commitment to becoming… Read more »
