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Last week, BongoHive Consult facilitated an engaging and insightful workshop titled “From Insights to Integration: AI and the Power of Togetherness” at the Mozilla Festival. The session aimed to explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and the crucial role it can play in driving economic and social development in Zambia. The workshop brought… Read more »
Kimberly Bella, Senior Director at Visa’s Global Data Office, recently presented key insights from Visa’s latest consumer study at the Empowering for a Trusted Digital Economy workshop held at BongoHive. The presentation, which focused on building trust in Zambia’s digital ecosystem, shared findings from a representative survey of 1,200 Zambian consumers, shedding light on their… Read more »
Lukonga Lidunda, Executive Director of BongoHive, took part in a key panel discussion at the VISA/Mozilla workshop held at Ciela, which focused on Africa’s fintech revolution. The session, titled Unlocking Fintech’s Power for Everyone, explored important topics such as consumer protection, privacy, and the role of digital and financial literacy in creating a more inclusive… Read more »
Revolutionizing Zambia’s Startup Ecosystem: Hrvst Founder Curtis Madden Reflects on the Power of Collaboration In the world of start-ups, ideas are a dime a dozen. But turning those ideas into thriving businesses—especially in Zambia—is no easy feat. Curtis Madden, co-founder and CEO of the innovative digital platform Hrvst, is among the fortunate few who has… Read more »
Last week’s MentorPitch session brought together a group of ambitious African startup founders for an in-depth exploration of profitability. The Profitability PitchBack session, a key part of the program, encouraged entrepreneurs to analyze their startup’s financial health and present their findings in a concise pitch. It was a vital exercise designed to sharpen the participants’… Read more »
BongoHive Consult had the honor of participating in the Chartered Institute of Customer Management (CICM) Conference, where our Executive Director, Lukonga Lindunda, led an insightful session titled “Where CX and AI Merge for Value Addition in Africa.” The session explored the transformative role artificial intelligence (AI) is playing in reshaping customer experience (CX) across the… Read more »
On 26th October 2024, our Executive Director, Lukonga Lindunda, had the privilege of co-facilitating an insightful panel discussion at the #InterledgerSummit2024 in Cape Town, South Africa. Alongside experts Nandini Harihareswara, Rashmi Pillai, and Jaclyn Carlsen, the conversation centered around the question: Is Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) inherently gender-neutral? Key Takeaways: Broad Design, Gender Impact: DPI… Read more »
BongoHive, in partnership with Standard Chartered Bank, is proud to present Esineya T. Chilumbu, a recent recipient of a $10,000 grant through the Standard Chartered Women in Tech Incubator Program. Now in its fourth cohort, this program supports female entrepreneurs with training, mentorship, and financial resources, helping them turn their visions into market-ready innovations. With… Read more »
Over the past three weeks, the six winners of the Standard Chartered Women in Tech (WiT) Programme took the airwaves by storm on Millennium Radio’s newly launched show, Women’s Lounge. The radio show, which airs every Tuesday in partnership with Standard Chartered Bank, is dedicated to celebrating the remarkable achievements of women across Zambia. This… Read more »
In the vibrant heart of Lusaka, a groundbreaking venture is emerging in the educational landscape—Wila Wane Toys Books and More Store. Founded by the passionate Dr. Kayanda Besa, Wila Wane transcends the boundaries of a conventional retail space; it is a transformative hub where play meets literature, meticulously crafted to nurture young minds in a… Read more »
